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

2012's Top 12 Cement & Ceramic Tiles

Before we get too far into the new year, I want to share our most popular selling tiles of 2012. For the first time in three years, a white tile was not our top seller! In fact, you won't see a white tile until position #8. In 2012, our top selling tile was a Heritage Olive Green cement tile in a 14" x 14" format - the largest format available in cement tile. So without further ado, here's Avente Tile's Top Selling Tiles of 2012!

1. Heritage Olive Green 14" x 14" Solid Color Cement Tile (Polished Finish)

   
   For your trend-spotters, there's something to be said about large format tiles and Pantone's color pick for 2013, Emerald Green.
   

2. Traditional Anillos Cement Tile 8" x 8" (Polished Finish)

   
   

3. Classic Athens A - 8" x 8" Cement Tile

   
   

4. Traditional Bayahibe 8" x 8" Cement Tile (Polished Finish)
   Note: This tile ranked #5 in 2012

   
   

5. Cuban Heritage Design 230 3A - 8" x 8" Cement Tile

   
   

6. Cuban Heritage Design 140 1A - 8" x 8" Cement Tile

   
   

7. Portuguese Ruan - 6" x 6" Ceramic Tile

   
   

8. Classic Solid Color White 8" x 8" Cement Tile

   
   

9. Traditional Bayahibe 8" x 8" Cement Tile (Raw Finish)
   Note: This tile ranked #5 in 2012 & takes 2 positions this year.

   
   

10. Classic Cluny - C 8" x 8" Cement Tile

    
    

11. Geometric Pattern #09 8" x 8" Cement Tile

    
    

12. Geometric Pattern #10 8" x 8" Cement Tile
    Note: A tie for #12 (same pattern, different colorway)

    
    

    
    

Cement Tiles Remain Popular

As you can see, cement tiles continue to remain very popular and dominate this year's list. Cement tile's popularity continues to grow for several reasons:

• 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.

For these reasons, I expect cement tiles to remain popular among homeowners, designers, and architects.

Nevertheless, our timeless ceramic tile patterns are not to be outdone! At least one choice from our Portuguese, Spanish or Antigua Colonial lines makes an appearance in each year's list. This year wasn't any different.

Top Selling Tiles from Previous Years

If you liked this post, you might enjoy seeing what tiles have been top sellers in previous years.

• 11 Top Selling Tiles of 2011
• Top 10 Hand Painted Tiles of 2010

I always enjoy re-discovering what tiles were the top sellers. Do you have a favorite cement tile or hand painted ceramic tile? Let us know by adding your comment below.

— Written by Bill Buyok, Avente Tile

Top 10 Hand Painted Tiles of 2010

It's our official salute to the top 10 best-selling hand painted ceramic tiles and cement tiles of 2010! Drum roll, please….

1. Yucatan Blanco 6" x 6" Hand Painted Field Tile
   I know, it's even hard for me to believe we sell more white tile than anything else.

   

2. Classic Cluny – Colorway A 8" x 8" Patterned Cement Tile

   

3. Portuguese Oporto 6" x 6" Hand Painted Deco Tile

   

4. Mission Alcala 8" x 8" Patterned Cement Tile

   

5. Spanish Cadiz 4" x 4" Hand Painted Ceramic Deco Tile

   

6. Spanish Andalucia 6" x 6" Hand Painted Ceramic Deco Tile

   

7. Heritage Neon Green 8" x 8" Solid Color Cement Tile

   

8. Portuguese Oporto 4" x 4" Hand Painted Deco Tile

   

9. Barcelona La Merced Small 3" x 3" Hand Painted Deco Tile

   

10. Gossamer 6" x 6" Soft Crackle Field Tile in Honey

    

Which one is your favorite? Let us know, we'd love to hear from you.

Ranking is determined by actual sales by tile (excluding molding and trim) for calendar year 2010.

What's Hot This Week at Avente Tile

A favorite for pool sideboards, a panel from our Reef Mural moves up to the #1 position. Our new Classic Cement Tiles continue to be hot. This week a new pattern, Fez, takes the #2 spot and was recently featured in the Remodelista Daily blog. Our classic Portuguese Oporto Tile in 6" x 6" has been a top seller and rounds out what's hot this week with only a few pieces left in stock!

The most-visited product pages at Avente Tile for the week are:

Reef Mural Fish & Coral Ceramic Tile - Panel 1 of 5 (6" x 6")


Classic Fez Cement Tile (Colorway A) 8" x 8"


Portuguese Oporto 6" x 6" Handpainted Ceramic Tile

All tiles can be purchased online. If you have questions, please call us toll-free at 888.739.4972 (9-5 PST M-F) or info@AventeLLC.com.

What's Hot This Week at Avente Tile

Our Classic Cement Tiles continue to be hot. Different Classic Cement Tile patterns take the top two spots this week. And, a favorite for pool sideboards, a panel from our Reef Mural maintains the #3 position.

The most-visited product pages at Avente Tile for the week are:

Classic Alhambra Cement Tile (Colorway A) 8" x 8"


Classic Provence (Colorway A) 8" x 8" Cement Tile



Reef Mural Fish & Coral Ceramic Tile - Panel 1 of 5 (6" x 6")

All tiles can be purchased online. If you have questions, please call us toll-free at 888.739.4972 (9-5 PST M-F) or info@AventeLLC.com.

What's Hot This Week at Avente Tile

The new additions to our Classic Cement Tiles are hot. We added nine new designs and they quickly climbed to the top of the list. Here are the most visited product pages at Avente Tile.

Classic Cluny Cement Tile (Colorway A) 8" x 8"


Classic Sofia (Colorway A) 8" x 8" Cement Tile



Reef Mural Fish & Coral Ceramic Tile - Panel 1 of 5 (6" x 6")