Durable Ceramic Tile

Ceramic Tile flooring is the most popular decorating choice for durability and colour selection.

 
 

Ceramic tile is easy to care for, more durable than other flooring options.

Ceramic tiles come in two finishes; unglazed and more common the glazed.

Glazed ceramic floor tiles have a thin coat of glass-like material fired onto the top side. This coating is very durable, comes in an endless number of colours and a wide variety of finishes including non slip.

For home decorators, no other floor covering offers a wider variety of colours, sizes and styles. Hand painted floor tiles and custom colours are readily available.

Characteristics:

Durable - ceramic tile will outperform and outlast nearly any other floor covering product.

Easy to care for - glazed ceramic tile resists stains, odours, and dirt and can be cleaned up with a damp mop.

Scratch resistant - glazed ceramic tiles are extremely resistant to scratching.

Environmentally friendly - ceramic tile is manufactured using natural materials and does not retain odours, allergens, or bacteria.

Beautiful and versatile - an unlimited number of colours, sizes, styles, shapes, and textures.

Fire resistant - ceramic tile doesn't burn.

Water resistant - most glazed ceramic tile permits little or no accumulation of moisture.

Unglazed floor tile or pavers is just that - unglazed. Because the unglazed ceramic tile does not have a second layer, the true colour of the clay runs through.

It is recommended that a penetrating sealer be applied to non glazed tiles to help avoid staining. With the consist colour of these tiles, scratches and wear pattern are non existent.

While an unglazed ceramic tile offers a beautiful rich look to any room, the natural colours of the clay limit the colour choices in this tile.


 
   
 

  source: janice anderssen - home-dzine.co.za - images: mannington