# Faux Weathered Wood Tiles The Soleras Avana Series by ABK Adds Warmth and Character to Homes By Meghan Young | Published 2013-02-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soleras-avana-series References: [trendir](http://www.trendir.com/archives/006578.html) & [abk.it](http://www.abk.it/en/soleras) The Soleras Avana Series provides unique tiles that will add an abundance of character in people's homes. Focusing on [faux wood panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natural-hardwood), the tile collection nevertheless offers something other companies don't. Their wood tiles are made to look weathered so as to create a rustic finish in homes. Considering how much people are flocking towards the barnyard look of late, the Soleras Avana Series is sure to be a hit. Designed by ABK, the Soleras Avana Series not only adds character, it will also bring a touch of warmth into spaces including bathrooms, kitchens and living areas. Not to mention that people will be able to enjoy the [weathered wood look](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cottomilano) without worrying about its state. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Faux Wood Tile Trend:** Faux wood tile collections with a weathered look provide a unique way to add character and rustic charm to homes. - **Barnyard Aesthetic Trend:** The barnyard aesthetic continues to be popular and can be brought into homes through the use of faux wood tile collections. - **Warmth-adding Tile Trend:** Faux wood tile collections such as the Soleras Avana Series can add a touch of warmth to spaces like bathrooms, kitchens, and living areas. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Design Industry:** Faux wood tile collections with unique finishes can disrupt the home design industry, particularly for customers looking for a rustic aesthetic. - **Building Materials Industry:** The trend towards weathered wood tiles could create opportunities for innovation and disruption in the building materials industry. - **Flooring Industry:** Faux wood tile collections could disrupt the flooring industry by offering a unique and durable alternative to traditional wood flooring. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rusted Patch Porcelain Tiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/erosion-series.md) - [Earthly Toned Tile Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earthly-toned-tile.md) - [Terracotta Style Tiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terracota-collection.md) - [Regionally Inspired Tile Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marble-systems.md) - [Contemporary Stoneware Tiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-imperial-tiles.md) - [Mediterranean-Inspired Terracotta Tile Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/country-floors.md) - [French Countryside-Inspired Tiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roc-ancien.md) - [Sophisticated Spanish Tiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aparici.md) - [Dynamic Outdoor Tile Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outercl.md)