Ceramic and Porcelain Tile

Ceramic and Porcelain tiles are very versatile flooring products, perfect for both indoor and outdoor living spaces (with outdoor tile offering non-skid, frost-resistant finishes).

In addition to the 3 basic styles of tile - glazed, un-glazed and porcelain, the type of grout used to provide support in the joints also comes with options - sanded and unsanded.

Sanded grout is recommended for joints wider than 3mm, with unsanded grout reserved for gaps smaller than 3mm.

Both grout types can be made of either cement or epoxy, and can be tinted to any desired colour to match or contrast with the appearance of the tile.

In addition to styles and options, you can also choose from countless combinations of decorative inserts, medallions and mosaics to complete the new floor and/or wall space.

 
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GLAZED:
Glazed ceramic tiles are coated with glass-forming minerals and ceramic stains, and they have a matte, semi-gloss or high-gloss finish. They can offer better stain and moisture resistance than unglazed tile, and can also have different finishes: high gloss finishes can be more slippery and scratches can become more visible, while matte or textured finishes help with traction and scratches

UNGLAZED:
Unglazed tiles are very hard and dense, available in various surface treatments and textures. Typically, these are installed outside your home as they do not offer much protection against stains compared to glazed ceramic tile. Sealing of unglazed tiles provides excellent slip resistance.

PORCELAIN:
Porcelain tile is fired at a much higher temperature than regular ceramic tile, and contains a high percentage of feldspar, two additional steps in the making of tile that make porcelain much harder than other tile products. In addition, porcelain is non-porous, making it highly resistant to staining. The color of a porcelain tile sinks through the tile, making it much harder to notice chips and scratches than on other tile styles.