Tile: 3x12 Antique | Design: Fireclay Tile | Image: Kofa Boyah
Choosing the right floor tile for your commercial space can be a pivotal decision. It sets the tone, offers necessary traction, and plays a crucial role in creating a lasting impression on customers and visitors. But with so many options available, where do you begin?
Fear not, fellow design enthusiasts–we're here to guide you through the world of commercial tiles, offering expert insights and inspiration to help you make the perfect choice.

Tile: 6x6 Feldspar + Basalt, 1x1 Feldspar + Basalt, 2x8 Evergreen | Design + Installer: Fireclay Tile | Image: Kofa Boyah
Why Tile is the Top Choice for Your Commercial Floor
Commercial floor tile offers a unique blend of aesthetics and functionality that's hard to beat. Here's why Fireclay’s commercial tile flooring reigns supreme:
Durability: Tile is built to last, withstanding heavy foot traffic, spills, and the wear and tear of everyday use. Say goodbye to scuffs and scratches!
Easy to Clean: Maintaining pristine floors and walls is a breeze with tile. A simple sweep and mop are all you need to keep them looking their best.
Slip Resistant: Safety first! All of our matte tiles come with slip-resistant finishes, crucial for commercial environments especially where spills and moisture are common.
Variety of Colors: From subtle neutrals to vibrant hues, choose from a wide range of colors – or customize your own – to match any brand aesthetic or design vision.
Endless Design Possibilities: With a variety of colors, patterns, and sizes available, our product lines allow for endless creativity. Create intricate mosaics, geometric layouts, or classic herringbone patterns to make a statement.
Meet Ceceily, Your Commercial Tile Expert
Navigating the world of commercial tile flooring can be daunting, but you don't have to do it alone! We have an expert team ready to assist with everything from sampling to product specs, customization, and beyond. Today we brought in Ceceily Invongthep, one of our Inside Commercial Sales Representatives, to share some of her expert insights on commercial floor tile.
Ceceily covers Southern California and the Mountain States, serving San Diego, NM, AZ, NV, MO, WY, ID, UT, and CO (not in these areas? Find your commercial rep here). With a degree in Interior Design from Oregon State and years of experience in the tile industry, she's passionate about helping clients find the perfect tile solutions for their projects.
What are the best Fireclay tile options for commercial floors, and why?
For commercial flooring, the top Fireclay Tile options are the matte finishes from our Original Ceramic collection. These options are slip-resistant and meet DCOF standards for commercial applications. You can explore our slip-resistant glazes here!
How does Fireclay ceramic tile compare to porcelain tiles?
While both Fireclay ceramic tiles and porcelains are durable options for commercial settings, Fireclay Tiles are known for their artisanal craftsmanship and quality, showcasing unique, handmade features that add charm to any space. Unlike mass-produced tiles, Fireclay ceramic tiles are made from recycled and natural materials using eco-friendly methods, making them a more sustainable option.
What are popular floor tile trends you’re seeing right now?
Currently, popular flooring trends I’ve noticed feature earthy tones, like Antique and the use of bold patterns and accents that create focal points within a space.
What are the benefits of using Fireclay for commercial projects?
Fireclay Tile offers several key benefits for commercial projects, including a wide array of colors and sizes. We also offer design packages that include samples, photorealistic renders and pattern sheets to support various projects and can offer customization through our innovation lab to help bring your vision to life. You’ll also have access to supporting documents such as HPD, EPD and LEED for our products. As a certified B Corporation and U.S Manufacturer, an added bonus is that you can be confident your tiles positively contribute to the environment.
Anything else you want to share about commercial tile floors?
When selecting tiles for commercial floors, important factors to consider include durability, slip resistance for safety, and ease of maintenance for long-term upkeep.

Tile: 6x12 Morning Thaw, Brick: Norman Great Smoky | Design: A Green Haus | Image: Stylish Detroit | Installer: Detroit Achievement Academy
Fireclay is Your Partner in Commercial Design
At Fireclay, we understand the unique needs of commercial spaces. That's why we offer a dedicated Commercial Team and a selection of commercial-grade tiles designed to meet the demands of high-traffic environments.
Here's how we can help bring your commercial vision to life:
Competitive Commercial Pricing: We offer attractive trade discounts for professionals as well as multiple tiers of volume prices for larger quantity orders.
Free Samples & Renderings: As Ceceily mentioned above, Fireclay Tile Trade Members receive unlimited free samples and Design Packages, including photorealistic renderings, to ensure that your project is executed flawlessly.
Custom Capabilities: From custom colors and sizes to murals, our agile team collaborates directly with you to conceptualize, visualize, and execute your ideas.
Scalability: We have the capacity to meet the needs of any project regardless of size. Whether it's a bar or a sports stadium — we are experts in scalability and national roll-outs.
Domestic Manufacturing: Domestic manufacturing ensures best-in-class environmental and labor standards, supply chain transparency, and quality control.
Dedicated Trade Portal: From order history and tracking to open quotes to your own estimated carbon savings, our comprehensive Trade Portal brings everything you need in one convenient place, so managing your projects with Fireclay has never been easier.
Commercial Tile Flooring Ideas
See our commercial tiles in action in the inspiring spaces below.
Retail Spaces
Create an inviting and stylish atmosphere in your retail store with our durable and eye-catching tile.
Tile: 6" Hexagon Antique | Design: Fireclay Tile | Image: Kofa Boyah

Tile: 2x2 Ember, Sorbet, Tuolumne Meadows, Lichen, Aegean Sea + Daisy | Design + Installer: Mokuyobi | Image: Jude Garcia

Tile: 1x1 Ivory, Basalt, Sunflower + Antique | Design: W Design Collective | Image: Lauren Lee
Restaurants
From cozy cafes to upscale bistros, our tile sets the stage for memorable dining experiences.

Tile: 4" Triangle Daisy, Peacock, Morning Thaw, Sunflower, Sea Glass + Hunter Green | Design: Studio Banaa | Image: Mikiko Kikuyama | Installer: Voyager Craft Coffee
Tile: 3x12 Antique | Design + Image: Madelynn Furlong | Installer: Myriel Restaurant

Tile: 6" Triangles in custom colors (for a similar look, try Clover, Turquoise + Ivory) | Image: Bethany Nauert | Installer: DUST & Co.
Hospitality
Make a lasting impression on guests with our elegant and easy-to-maintain tile in lobbies, hallways, and common areas with high foot traffic.
Tile: 12x12 Basalt + Daisy | Design: Autumn Hachey, Jillian Smith-Moher | Image: Lauren Miller Photography | Installer: Hotel Julie

Tile: 4x4 Clover, 4" Hexagon Pyrite, Basalt + Sunflower | Design: Carleton Hart Architecture | Image: Josh Partee | Installer: The Joyce Hotel

Tile: 2" Hexagon Ivory, Mesa, Vintage Leather + Evergreen | Design: Mendil + Meyer Design Studio | Image: White Unicorn Agency

Tile: 8x8 Fallow in custom colorway | Design + Image: Sara Combs + Rich Combs | Installer: Posada Inn
Take the Next Step
Interested in specifying Fireclay’s floor tile for your next project? Join our commercial program for unlimited free samples and renderings, expert tile assistance, and more.