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\nImage: <\/em><\/strong>Fantasy Brown Satin Marble Outdoor Bar Countertop, Pietra Italia White 24 x 48 R11 Patio Tile, & Reside Brown 12 x 24 Vertical Cladding from Arizona Tile<\/em><\/p>\n

Creating a comfortable outdoor space can surround you with a sense of peace, as it is ideal for family gatherings or get-togethers with friends. Making the outdoor areas of your home aesthetically pleasing can be just as important as a wonderful home interior design, especially if you love being in the fresh air and sunshine.<\/p>\n

When thinking about the centerpiece of your design, an outdoor bar and eating area adds a comfortable space by simply incorporating wood and similar components for a rustic charm. However, wood comes with maintenance, so this is a great example of where wood-look tile, metal-look tile, and brick-look tile can provide the right ambiance without the worry of laborious maintenance and day-to-day upkeep.<\/p>\n

Outdoor Bar Tile<\/h2>\n

Regardless of your hang-out preferences, having an outdoor bar is a great place to socialize. Be it playing games and drinking lemonade with the kids, a quiet afternoon lunch with your partner, or a late-night party with friends, this amenity will provide endless opportunities to enjoy the good things in life. To begin, you\u2019ll need to decide what type of bar you want – a wet bar vs. dry bar<\/a>. The size and layout of the bar is also important depending on your desired use. So you aren\u2019t hauling items out of the house, storage components under the bar surface are a smart addition. Also, it\u2019s important to use durable, easily cleanable, long-lasting materials in the bar\u2019s construction.<\/p>\n

Porcelain tile<\/a>, even marble tile<\/a>, are all great options to use along the sides of the bar. While it may be common to visualize this area as wood, the placement of tile on the side and hidden surfaces will not only give that rustic look, it will make cleaning a breeze. With the bar\u2019s exposure to the elements in the outdoor environment, you want to be sure wind, rain, dirt, and worse won\u2019t hamper the appearance.<\/p>\n

The front of the bar, the bar wall, is a space that will be \u201chit\u201d by feet whether it\u2019s an accidental tap or kids\u2019 dirty feet rubbing against it. This is a major area where you\u2019ll want to seek durability and ease of maintenance. If you like the look of wood, the More Wood<\/a> series would be a great option. Appearing as natural wood, this porcelain tile will hold up to the typical wear and tear that an outdoor bar might encounter. Not only is More Wood good to use on the bar, but it also makes a wonderful exterior floor, featuring our R11 Finish\u2014 it\u2019s stylish and<\/em> safe. For another fun option that would enhance your rustic bar ideas, the Reflexion series would add texture to your design and make the bar front and sides really stand out. This porcelain tile series has the shimmering look of metal and is suitable for dry, wet, or humid places, and high-traffic areas.<\/p>\n

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\nImage: <\/em><\/strong>Anthea Dark Stack Porcelain Outdoor Bar Tile, & Azul Platino Granite<\/em> Bar top from Arizona Tile<\/em><\/p>\n

Outdoor Bar Flooring<\/h2>\n

As briefly mentioned above, R11 Finish<\/a> is a unique finish that creates a gripping on the tile surface without altering its appearance. This is very important for areas that may be prone to dampness or spills. If you like the appearance of flooring carried through many spaces, tile with R11 Finish can easily be installed from around the pool, to the patio, and then you can carry the standard finish of that same tile right into the interior of the house for a cohesive expanse. To emphasize this look even more, large-format tile enhances an outdoor layout. With stunning options to appeal to many design preferences, here are some great large-format tile choices to increase the functionality, practicality, and aesthetics of your outdoor rustic bar ideas:<\/p>\n