Modern tiles differ in type and area of use. This article will allow you to find out what types of facing tiles exist and for what types of work each of them is used.
Majolica (metlakh tile) is an extremely popular facing material. It perfectly resists mechanical stress and cracking in the glaze. The moisture absorption of majolica usually varies in the range of 15–25%.
Cottoforte is in demand when facing mainly floors, less often than other surfaces. The main advantage of this tile is its high strength. The surface of this material may be silkscreened.
Porous tiles obtained by a single firing of clay are in demand when performing both external and internal finishing work. It is characterized by high rates of moisture absorption.
Facing porous tiles on a white mass is widely used in finishing work outdoors and indoors.
Clinker is one of the most popular types of tiles. It easily tolerates various external influences, including mechanical damage. Clinker is in demand when decorating tracks in the exterior and decorating floors in the interior.
Of particular interest in recent years is porcelain stoneware, or ceramic granite. This is a popular material for building floors.
Porcelain stoneware is characterized by a low level of moisture absorption and the ability to withstand large mechanical loads.
Natural wood imitation tile is ideal for decorating bedrooms, hallways and living rooms.
Terralia is notable for its small size (15x15 cm). Use this cladding for interior decoration.
Cotto, or “Florentine” tiles, or “Tuscan” tiles, is a large-format cladding material used to decorate indoor floors.
Traditional tiles are gradually being replaced by large-format cladding (100x60 cm). Such material is used exclusively for exterior wall decoration.
Tiles made of artificial stone are in demand when decorating floors and walls of various rooms, including kitchens and bathrooms, as well as when creating window sills and stairs.
Ceramic tiles are in great demand today. It perfectly resists various chemical influences. Such a lining does not accumulate water on itself, is slightly polluted, does not require special care and does not absorb odors and vapors.
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