Products: Tiles
Tiles come in different shapes, sizes and layout arrangements. They can be made of hardened clay, stone, or even hard plastic. The most popular type of tile installed on homes and commercial sites are ceramic, porcelain, stone, and vinyl.
Ceramic Tile - a mixture of clays and other minerals. The clays are mined from the earth, are shaped, colored, and fired at their kins.
Porcelain Tile - a form of ceramic tile that is fired at a much higher temperature (usually 2400F) and is composed of finer porcelain clays. This results in a very dense and strong. It is also less porous and does not absorb stains easily.
Stone - a natural product in the form of marble, granite, travertine, and more
Vinyl - a durable, stain and scratch resistant material composed of several plastic layers
The advantages of installing tile on your floors are endless. Here is a list of why they are a popular choice for flooring.
The "Tile Advantages"
- Great for heavy-traffic walking areas
- Has a great value for decorating because of its ability to complement room aesthetics
- Grout colors (cement adhesive surrounding the perimeter of each tile) are unlimited and can satisfy any creative agenda
- Pattern designs come in a vast number of choices
Tiles floors are beautiful. They contribute so much to a room's personality and decorative theme. That's why it's smart to care for your tile floors as regularly as you can. A little bit of maintenance on a weekly basis will make your tiles last a lifetime.
Tips on Cleaning and Maintaining the Life of your Tile Floors
- Apply a sealant on grout areas to avoid dirt from seeping through
- When mopping, add a few drops of vinegar to mop water to help dissolve dirt
- To clean off red wine from tile, pour white wine and wipe
When choosing between porcelain and ceramic tile, their are several things you must keep in mind.
Since porcelain is made of a much finer clay and is fired at a much higher temperature than ceramic, it does have its advantages.
Here are some situations where porcelain, a much less porous and harder tile, is the better candidate for flooring.
- Outdoor tile installations such as pools, man-made ponds, and gardens
- Bathroom floor installations
- Kitchen floor installations
