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Ceramic Tiles Makes all the Difference

From the ground up, tile offers homeowners a simple yet distinctive way to dress up their homes. Whether it’s on the floors, walls or counters in the kitchen, bathroom or hallway, tile provides added dimension to any space.

To get the best effect with tile, make sure you have the right tile to suit your needs. Not sure which tile to select? Read on for Tile Basics 101.

First and foremost, there are a variety of tile types available for residential interior use. To decide which tile to select, think about where and how you plan to use it. Is it a high-traffic area? Will it be exposed to moisture? Will food come in contact with the tile? Knowing the answers to these questions will help you choose a tile with the correct durability, porosity (how much water is absorbed) and maintenance requirements for your project. One of the most popular tile type is ceramic tile.

Ceramic tiles are made of clays that have been shaped and fired in a kiln. They may be glazed or unglazed (also called quarry tiles). A glaze is a liquid glass that has been sprayed or poured onto the surface of the tile. This glaze adds color and stain resistance to the tile.

Unglazed tiles retain the natural color of the clay. These tiles require sealing for stain resistance. Unglazed tiles are true inlaid—they are simply baked pieces of clay whose colors run throughout the body. This is an advantage with wear and durability.

Ceramic tile makes a great choice for a variety of uses: floors, walls, countertops, backsplashes, etc. “Ceramic tile can be inexpensive and is still extremely durable. The tiles are practically stain proof. There are numerous colors, sizes, textures and gloss levels to choose from with ceramic. Also, ceramic tile requires little maintenance other than regular sweeping, vacuuming and mopping for floors and general wiping for countertops, backsplashes and walls.

Come see our superb selection of sumptuous and elegant ceramic tiles. For more information about ceramic or any other products contact us.


Source: HomeImprovementMag.com