I have to admit I love tile and stone. Any time I get to Lowe's or a design store, I am eventually to be found looking at tile or stone of some color, shape, and style.
Fortunately, there is a style and color to suit almost any outdoor design plan you have in mind. From slate gray to brick red and every color in between, tile is the new "brick" as far as its place in outdoor patios and terraces. Unfortunately, none of these great products are available within shouting distance (or an easy drive,) from my location.
It is a lucky day then when I've found a supplier who will ship me up to 5 samples completely free, and who will also work with me to identify the best product for my next renovation scheme.
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Here are some great examples of multi-purpose tile:

Porcelain Tile - Travertine Series Travertine Walnut / 12"x12"
Versatile and elegant, Cabot Porcelain tile is designed for both residential and commercial applications.
The Travertine Series brings you lightly colored tiles that have moderate color variation on each tile.
Manufactured in China, these tiles are an excellent choice for floor, counter and wall tile applications.

Legends Collection Full Body Porcelain Tile - Made in Italy Caramel /
The Legends series from Takla offers a PEI 5 rated porcelain tile with a slip resistant matte finish that adds the finishing touch to all kinds of interiors and exteriors.
A supremely durable porcelain tile, all selections in the Legends series are rectified for a uniform look after installation, and ready for all kinds of applications in residences, and commercial spaces.

Porcelain Tile - Roma Travertino Collection Travertino Light / 13"x13"
Takla's line of porcelain tile is noted for attractiveness and durability.
These excellent tiles are suitable for commercial and residential uses for both interior or exterior applications. Their low water absorption rate of 0.04% and resistance to stains makes them a perfect choice for high-moisture areas.
BuildDirect has around 680 other tile options for you on their web site. Plan on spending some quality, relaxing time there reading up on the functionality and versatility of tile for any project.
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