Tiles are economical, durable and environmentally friendly. They’re a popular choice for flooring and walls.
Made from natural clay or recycled materials means tile manufacturing doesn’t require use of heavy chemicals. Unlike other flooring manufacturing where harmful substances are often used.
Stone, metal, terrazzo, clay and quartz are a few of the types of tiles used for residential and commercial interiors. However, the most popular floor tiles are ceramic, porcelain and natural stone.
The tile you choose in a room, whether used on the floor or wall, can transform the feel of the space. And today there are tiles to suit every style and budget.
Ceramic tiles are light-weight, clay-based tiles. They’re pressed and fired at lower temperatures than porcelain and are often finished with a durable glaze. This glaze can be either gloss or matte.
Ceramic tiles are cost effective but still give a superior look. They’re great for use on both indoor floor and wall applications.
Available in so many types, colours, textures and sizes makes the design possibilities seem endless for ceramic tiles.
Porcelain is more expensive and can be harder to work with. However, it offers great durability, natural stain resistance, minimal water absorption and has a large selection of colours and styles. All these options make it a great choice for walls and floors in any bathroom, kitchen or outdoors area.
Porcelain tiles contain a white dust called ‘Feldspar’. They’re pressed and fired at high temperatures making them very dense and durable.
As the name suggests, stone is a natural product. They don’t go through manufacturing processes like ceramic and porcelain tiles. Instead these tiles are produced from natural materials which are quarried, slabbed, finished and cut to size. Each type has thousands of varieties and different characteristics depending on where and when the stone was quarried.
Natural stone can be relaxed with a rough organic look, or it can look more formal with a beautiful, refined finish.
We recommend consulting with a stone fabricator to determine the best surface finish for your project. It’s important that the type of natural stone you choose is suitable for its intended application.