The Bedrosians Edit Natural Stone vs. Porcelain Tile: How to Choose the Right One (2026)
Porcelain and natural stone compared on durability, cost, maintenance, and room-by-room performance. A project-driven guide from a team with 78 years in tile.
September 4, 2026 Read the ArticleBlog
Luxury You Can Live On
A life-changing kind of porcelain is here! Fine marble is synonymous with luxury. But its maintenance and upkeep does take a little more effort — especially with busy families and active households. However, Bedrosians offers an amazing compromise that marries the look of stunning natural stone with the easy maintenance of porcelain. We call it Magnifica® Porcelain - it delivers high-end looks with all the benefits porcelain tile is famous for! August 24, 2018
Wake Up Your Walls
3D Tile - Taking Walls to New Dimensions Covering your walls with dimensional tile will transform your room into an imaginative, wow-worthy space. The sculpted aspects of 3D tile can change an otherwise flat, plain surface into an eye-catching, light-reflecting accent wall. August 21, 2018
Plano, Texas Grand Opening
With Bedrosians, you will elevate your living space August 2, 2018 marked the Texas-sized grand opening of our new 23,000 square foot, state-of-the art retail store in Plano, Texas, about 20 miles from the heart of Dallas. Over 200 people stopped by our new showroom, regional office and distribution center during our celebration. August 09, 2018
The Sweet Shape of Hexagon
6 Ways to Sugarcoat Your Designs with the Honeycomb Motif The hexagon is sometimes considered nature's perfect shape as it organically occurs in beehives, flowers and snowflakes. The honeycomb pattern lends fits perfectly into interior design, as it adds fresh geometric angles to any surface in any room. From little to large sizes to options in porcelain, glass or stone, the hexagon can be used in classic and unexpected designs. July 31, 2018
We Have This Thing With "Selfeets"
The "selfeet" — where selfies and floors merge — is when you take a selfie of your feet on gorgeous and intriguing floors and post it on Instagram! The result is pure eye candy, from the amazing tile to the pretty shoes. People from all over the world are posting their photos, giving us a window to view the most lovely and unique tile floors in existence. And it all started with a hashtag — #ihavethisthingwithfloors. July 24, 2018
Why Wood-Look Porcelain Works
Love the look of real wood floors, but worry your room isn't appropriate for the material? One of the best alternatives is wood-look porcelain tile, as it can be used in any climate and any room, even water-prone areas like bathrooms, showers, laundry rooms and kitchens. Drawing inspiration from their real wood counterparts, wood-inspired porcelain tiles offer the natural beauty of hardwood, but with the enduring qualities of porcelain tile. Through advancements in digital imaging and high-tech manufacturing processes, this tile option replicates realistic textures and shading variations that make it nearly indistinguishable from real wood. July 17, 2018
Contrast and Color in the Kitchen
There are some kitchens designs that, upon first glance, create a wow factor because its elements are so visually striking, yet still fit together. Contrast is the key ingredient that makes these rooms memorable. When done right, this foundational design principle can add a huge impact to your interiors while simultaneously pulling it together. High contrast tile and countertops, two-toned cabinets and boldly painted islands are exciting ways to mix up your colors and tones to create a kitchen you'll never want to leave. July 10, 2018
Another Brick in the Wall
Whether you're seeking a look that's Scandinavian-inspired, with minimalist design and lots of white; or an industrial haven, or a rustic, Mediterranean feel, then exposed brick is the medium for you. Shades of classic red creates warmth and drama while cool whites and greys provide a subtle backdrop for your individual style. Brick interiors can change an entire room. It's versatility can bring a country, farmhouse style to your home or alternatively, add a raw, loft-like appeal to your space. July 03, 2018
New Daiquiri Bar in Portland
Palomar, a sleek new daiquiri bar in Portland, OR, is causing quite a stir for Bedrosians. First off, we're excited to have a new happy hour spot only a few blocks away from our SE Portland store. Next, Palomar is led by bartender and owner, Ricky Gomez, who was named 2012 Bartender of Year by Diageo's World Class Bartending competition. But most of all, we love the bold and graphic porcelain tile floor! June 19, 2018
Luxurious Marble-Inspired Porcelain
The look of vein-cut marble, with its sweeping and undulating lines, offers an organic and zen element to any design project. The effortless flow of thin layers emulates stone pressed together for centuries. Whether you’re going for a traditional, classical look or a sleek, contemporary design, there’s no substitute for the soft and beautiful banded appearance of vein-cut marble. For a surface that is not only extremely durable, but easy to maintain, we suggest porcelain tile to achieve this look of nature. June 15, 2018