Quite often, the choice of flooring is accompanied by doubts from the buyer. It is very difficult to choose between ceramic tiles and porcelain tiles. This is due to their qualitative and external similarities.
Porcelain tile is considered one of the most durable materials, which is an analogue of natural stone. Its constituent components are:
- Clay;
- Mica;
- Sand;
- Spar;
- Granite crumb.
Unlike tiles, porcelain stoneware is considered absolutely environmentally friendly. In addition, the material is moisture and frost resistant. The absence of pores prevents the adhesive mixture from penetrating to the surface, as is often the case with tiles. The same quality affects a higher level of strength.
Speaking about the qualities of porcelain, it is impossible not to note its durability. The material is able to maintain its appearance for several decades, even in conditions of intensive use. Correctly laid porcelain stoneware easily transfers a load multiple of several hundred kilograms per 1 m2.
The material is practically devoid of the possibility of cracking and other damage. Comparing it even with designer expensive ceramic tiles, it should be noted that it is prone to chips with minor damage.
Porcelain stoneware is not prone to staining. Even a very aggressive environment of a chemical agent is not able to leave marks on its surface.
Speaking of disadvantages, porcelain tiles, like ceramic tiles, have a cold property. To avoid this, the owner will have to equip the room with a floor heating system.
The cost of porcelain is significantly higher than that of ceramic tiles. However, if you compare between design options, the price tag of which is also on top, the difference is almost equalized. Thus, for the same money you can purchase high-quality, durable and environmentally friendly material that will quickly justify the costs incurred and will please for many years.
To choose porcelain tiles, it is recommended to pay attention to its weight. A good tile with a thickness of 8-8.5 mm can not weigh less than 18.5 kg. You can distinguish a high-quality product by the size of the recesses on the back side. As a rule, it is good for porcelain stoneware to have recesses of shallow depth.
Porcelain tile has several advantages that ceramic tiles lack. A careful choice will allow you to purchase products whose external qualities will not be inferior even to designer ceramics.
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