The biggest impact on the long term appearance and maintenance cost of your floor or other surface is determined based on the tile or stone selected for the application.  Looking at a high traffic or wear area?  Granite may be your best bet.  Seeking to tile a surface where spills and acidic foods are going to be used?  Granite and Ceramic will work well but not marble.  Looking for the luxury and beauty?  Marble offers beautiful options. 

Check out these informative titles before making your investment, and tiling your next floor, room, home, or office.