About Ceramic TileThis type of flooring is available in sizes anywhere from one square inch to eighteen square inches. The very small, one square inch size is great for very high traffic and moisture prone areas, like swimming pools. The largest tiles aren’t the best choice for high traffic areas, but they are very popular for creating a vast, open feel. Ceramic tile is also available in a huge variety of designs, textures, and colors. Ceramic tile is the most waterproof of all tile types. Ceramic tiles are thin and dense, and can be glazed, matte, embossed, textured, and anti slip.
Why Tile?Tile has a very nice hand crafted look, and is easy to care for. Tile is good for high traffic areas, especially entry ways. Tile can be laid in different patterns, allowing limitless creativity.
How is It Made?Ceramic tile is made from clay, and/or other minerals, and material is fired in a kiln. Then clay tiles are treated in one of two ways: glazed or unglazed. Glazed tile has color added to it after firing, and allows for brighter colors, and increased stain resistance. These tiles are usually used on walls and countertops, because they have a very slick and glassy surface. Unglazed tiles are sometimes referred to as quarry tiles. The pigment and color in these tiles is natural, and these tiles must be sealed for stain resistance.
When you visit a local home store or flooring store or outlet, you will see that there are endless possibilities when you choose ceramic tile. You can get ceramic tiles in nearly any color you desire, even designs that look just like natural stone!
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