Engineered Tile Flooring Kinder to Feet

AHF Products has expanded its Armstrong Flooring Alterna collection to include 10 additional designs in stone and marble. The new assortment includes a subtle terrazzo, soft striated looks as well as multi-directional stone and travertine.

The collection was inspired by a trend that originated in fashion called ‘quiet luxury,’ which has become increasingly popular on Pinterest, social media and in interior spaces.

Alterna looks like traditional tile, but it’s engineered stone that includes more than 75 per cent limestone. As a result, it feels entirely different — warmer, softer and more comfortable underfoot. It’s also more forgiving to anything dropped on it, says AHF Products.

In addition to being scratch and stain repellant and crack resistant, the tiles are 100 per cent waterproof, making them suitable for high-moisture areas like kitchen, bathrooms, laundry rooms and basements.

They are also groutable for a true tile look and feel. Armstrong Flooring S-693 FlexStrong premixed sanded acrylic grout is available in 12 colours. There are recommended colours available for each tile selection. No seam sealer necessary.

Alterna can be installed over minor subfloor irregularities without the risk of cracking. These floors can be installed and lived on the same day, unlike traditional porcelain and ceramic tiles, which can take three or more days to install.