According to the American National Standards Institute (ANSI),
porcelain tile is a type of ceramic tile made by the pressed
dust method. Ceramic tile is one of the oldest building products
known. Once available to only the most affluent, through-body
tile is considered one of the most fashionable choices for
floors, walls and counter tops.
Through-body tile is derived from mixtures of clay, sand and
other natural minerals that are shaped into tile and fired at high
temperatures. The pressed dust method results in a porcelain
tile with a density so high that water absorption is less than
0.5%. Depending on project objectives, porcelain tile may be
purchased glazed, unglazed or polished.
USES
• Floors and walls
• Counter tops
• Shower and tub surrounds
• Interior and exterior
WHY PORCELAIN TILE?
• Variety: Porcelain tile adds value. Because it is available in a
wide range of sizes, colors, patterns and textures, it can satisfy
almost any design preference.
• Durability: Porcelain combines both beauty and durability. This
product is durable enough to be used for exterior as well as
high traffic interior applications.
• Stain-Resistance: Porcelain tile is stain-resistant.
• Color Permanent: Porcelain tile is one of the few decorative
building products that does not tend to fade or discolor with
sunlight.
• Dirt-Resistant: Porcelain tile is easy to maintain.
• Hygiene: Porcelain tile is a good choice for kitchens and
bathrooms because it is sanitary. It is also hypoallergenic, given
that odors, mold, mildew, dust, allergens and bacteria do not
tend to get trapped within.
• Investment: Porcelain tile is listed in the Real Estate Appraisal
Guide as a permanent building product that increases the value
of a building.
• Affordability: Thanks to modern technology, unglazed porcelain
tile is now an affordable option for most budgets. Porcelain tile,
due to inherent durability and broad applications, is more cost
effective than most alternative products.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
• Dye Lot: Tile may vary from dye lot to dye lot in size and in color.
MAINTENANCE
While it is not necessary, it is always recommended that
unglazed porcelain tile be sealed.
porcelain tile is a type of ceramic tile made by the pressed
dust method. Ceramic tile is one of the oldest building products
known. Once available to only the most affluent, through-body
tile is considered one of the most fashionable choices for
floors, walls and counter tops.
Through-body tile is derived from mixtures of clay, sand and
other natural minerals that are shaped into tile and fired at high
temperatures. The pressed dust method results in a porcelain
tile with a density so high that water absorption is less than
0.5%. Depending on project objectives, porcelain tile may be
purchased glazed, unglazed or polished.
USES
• Floors and walls
• Counter tops
• Shower and tub surrounds
• Interior and exterior
WHY PORCELAIN TILE?
• Variety: Porcelain tile adds value. Because it is available in a
wide range of sizes, colors, patterns and textures, it can satisfy
almost any design preference.
• Durability: Porcelain combines both beauty and durability. This
product is durable enough to be used for exterior as well as
high traffic interior applications.
• Stain-Resistance: Porcelain tile is stain-resistant.
• Color Permanent: Porcelain tile is one of the few decorative
building products that does not tend to fade or discolor with
sunlight.
• Dirt-Resistant: Porcelain tile is easy to maintain.
• Hygiene: Porcelain tile is a good choice for kitchens and
bathrooms because it is sanitary. It is also hypoallergenic, given
that odors, mold, mildew, dust, allergens and bacteria do not
tend to get trapped within.
• Investment: Porcelain tile is listed in the Real Estate Appraisal
Guide as a permanent building product that increases the value
of a building.
• Affordability: Thanks to modern technology, unglazed porcelain
tile is now an affordable option for most budgets. Porcelain tile,
due to inherent durability and broad applications, is more cost
effective than most alternative products.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
• Dye Lot: Tile may vary from dye lot to dye lot in size and in color.
MAINTENANCE
While it is not necessary, it is always recommended that
unglazed porcelain tile be sealed.
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