Tile, Flooring and Shower Remodeling in Nokomis, FL

A Coastal Community Between Osprey and Venice

Nokomis is an unincorporated community in Sarasota County, on the mainland between Osprey to the north and Venice to the south. Casey Key, a barrier island, lies just to the west, and the Legacy Trail runs through town.

Being this close to the water affects more than the view. Salt air, high humidity and sand all play a role in choosing tile, trim and grout for a Nokomis home.

Trim and Details for Salt Air

Tile edges, outside corners and transitions are often finished with metal trim profiles. Near the coast, the material of that trim matters. Stainless steel and some coated or PVC profiles hold up better in salty, humid air than plain aluminum, especially at doors that open to the lanai or near an outdoor shower.

The same thinking applies to anything metal in a bathroom remodel: drains, niche edges and shower trims. Choosing finishes rated for wet, coastal conditions keeps them from pitting or staining after a few years.

Floors for Wet Feet and Pool Days

In homes where people walk in from the pool or the beach, the floor near the door gets wet often. A polished tile that looks great in a dry living room can be slippery with wet feet. Matte or textured porcelain, and tile with a suitable wet slip-resistance (DCOF) rating, are safer choices for those paths.

Smaller tiles add grip through their grout joints, while larger tiles mean fewer joints to clean. A common compromise is a textured large-format porcelain with a mid-tone grout. See our tile installation page and try different looks in the Pattern Studio.