How to Make Concrete Floor Tiles

Concrete tile, dyed with stones mixed in.

Concrete tiles make for a modern, yet rustic, look and come in a variety of styles. However, making your own concrete floor tiles allows you the freedom to design exactly what you want according to your own taste and usage needs. All you need are some basic tools and a free afternoon.

Things You'll Need

• Wood
• Reinforcing Wire
• Concrete
• Decorative Additives (if desired)

Instructions

1. Make a mold for the tile. Use a piece of plywood and screw sides on it to form the mold for the concrete floor tiles. Caulk the joint where the sides meet the plywood. To save time, make several forms.

2. Mix the concrete and add any color additives, gravel, stone or other decorative elements.

3. Lay the forms out with the plywood side down and fill them with concrete. Use a concrete trowel to smooth out the top of the concrete. For larger tiles, add some reinforcing wire to the middle of the tiles.

4. Let the concrete cure for several days and remove tiles from the molds by turning them over and unscrewing the sides from the plywood.

Tips & Warnings

• Make the tiles a minimum of 3/4" thick or they run the risk of breaking.

• Have your children make a hand or foot print, not too deeply, in a few of the tiles.

• Or have a pet step in the concrete after it has hardened for a while.

Resources

• Order Concrete Dye Here