Tile & Materials guides

Choosing Shower Tile and Grout That Survives Idaho Water

In hard-water areas the finish matters as much as the tile. Highly polished surfaces and dark, glossy glass show scale within weeks; through-body or matte porcelain, mid-tone grout and factory-treated glass stay looking right far longer. On floors, choose smaller formats or textured tile for slip resistance, and check the manufacturer's published figures rather than assuming.