13 Top Selling Tiles from 2013

As another year begins, I always like to take stock of went well for Avente and where the company can improve. I also like to review the year's top selling tiles. This informal review provides some insight as to what's trending in tile.

Last year, I reported that for the "first time in three years, a white tile was not our top seller!" That trend continues in 2013; but, white is still a strong contender. In 2013, Avente was sourced for a record number of commercial projects which certainly impacted the top of the sales list. Our top selling tile was tied in the #1 and #2 spots by the same cement tile pattern and colorway: Bayahibe in black and white and the Cluny C. Here's the list!

Top Selling Tiles of 2013

1. Classic Cluny C 8" x 8" Patterned Cement Tile in Black & White
   
   
   
   
2. Traditional Bayahibe Cement Tile 8" x 8" (Black & White Colorway)
   
   
3. Mission Trebol B 8" x 8" Patterned Cement Tile in Black & White.
   
   
   
   
4. Classic LaRochelle - A 8" x 8" Handmade Cement Tile
   
   
   
5. Mission Plain White 8" x 8" Cement Tile
   
   
   
6. Heritage Olive Green 14" x 14" Cement Tile
   
   
   
7. Bruselas B 8" x 8" Cement Tile
   
   
   
8. Arabesque Aragon Spanish Paver Cement Tile
   
   
   
9. Malibu Carrillo B 6" x 6" Hand Painted Ceramic Tile
   
   
   
10. Cuban Heritage Cross Design 110 2B 8" x 8" Handmade Cement Tile
11. Cuban Heritage Medallion Design 110 2B 8" x 8" Handmade Cement Tile
    
    
    
12. Malibu Latigo A 6" x 6" Hand Painted Ceramic Tile
    
    
    
13. Arabesque Sintra Spanish Paver Handmade Cement Tile
    
    
    

Cement Tiles Remain Popular

As you can see, cement tiles dominate our top-selling tile list, with our new Malibu ceramic tile line making two appearances. I think cement tiles will continue to become increasingly popular - especially with the design community because:

• Cement tiles provide stunning designs with straight-forward installation and minimal maintenance.
• Existing patterns can be easily customized with a myriad of colors.
• New patterns can be created and customized for minimal costs.

However, I don't think we will see the growth in cement tiles next year, like we have over the past five years. The market is becoming more mature and cement tile will command a larger market share.

Top Selling Tiles from Previous Years

Here's a look at top selling cement and ceramic tiles from previous years.

• 2012's Top 12 Cement & Ceramic Tiles
• 11 Top Selling Tiles of 2011
• Top 10 Hand Painted Tiles of 2010

I always enjoy re-discovering what tiles were the top sellers. There are always surprises and fond memories. It's very clear that the American market isn't afraid of pattern; but, it is still timid of strong, bold colors. — Written by Bill Buyok, Avente Tile