- Porcelain- are generally made
by the dust pressed method from porcelain clays which result in
a tile that is dense, impervious, fine grained and smooth, with
a sharply formed face. Full body porcelain tiles carry the color
and pattern through the entire thickness. Porcelain tiles are
available in matte, unglazed, or a high polished finish.
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- Slate- is a natural material
created from tremendous pressure deep in the earth over thousands
of years. It comes in an array of colors from greens to pinks to
blue-gray shades. It is a naturally slip resistant tile as well.
Each tile has a subtle texture variation that will make each floor
unique.
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Frequently Asked Questions: |
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Will
Ceramic tile chip and crack?
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to installation, ceramic tile is a very brittle product; but
once it is installed, it becomes a permanent part of your
construction. It will not chip or crack unless hit with a heavy
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How
durable is Ceramic tile?
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right product is selected, installed, and maintained properly,
it should last the lifetime of your home. |
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What is the difference between glazed and unglazed tiles?
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Glazed tiles are
coated with a liquid glass which is then baked into the surface
of the clay. The glazed provides an unlimited array of colors
and designs as well as protects the color from staining. The
unglazed tiles are pretty much the same as the glazed, except
that their surface is not coated. Unglazed tiles do not show
wear because their color extends throughout the tile, making
them ideal for commercial applications. |
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Is Ceramic tile slippery?
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Tile is about as
slippery as vinyl or wood. Naturally, if the floor gets wet, any
of these hard surfaced materials will become slippery. There are
many tiles that have slip resistant surfaces but keep in mind,
that the more abrasive the surface is, the more difficult it
will be to maintain. You might consider using a mat in wet
areas. |
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Should Ceramic tile be waxed?
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Glazed tile should
never be waxed. The purpose of the glaze is to give you a
maintenance free floor. If you wax the glaze, all you are doing
is creating more work for yourself. |
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Should a sealer be used on ceramic tile?
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A glazed tile is
already stain proof, so there is no purpose to putting on a
sealer. You may put a penetrating sealer on your unglazed tile
or your grout joints. The penetrating sealer is an invisible,
stain resistant shield that is absorbed into the surface. |
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Is Ceramic tile cold on your feet?
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Many people assume
this, but it is not true. Ceramic tile is a thermal product that
absorbs both heat and cold, depending on the room temperature.
The tile stays cool in the summer and warm in the winter. |
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Is Ceramic tile too hard underfoot?
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The surface of the
tile is naturally harder than carpet, but no harder than vinyl
or wood. Also, the surface construction is designed for comfort
underfoot. |
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