Tiles are just one of the many options you can use as the floor in your home. There are many different kinds of tiles that you can use, each one has its own advantages and disadvantages. Here we’ll go through each one, to explain the pros and cons and which room will be best to put those tiles in.
Tiles, in general, are great for those living in warmer climates. They will not keep in the heat as carpets do. They will give you that nice cool feeling on a hot summer’s day.
Ceramic Tiles
One of the most amazing things about Ceramic tiles is that they are water-resistant. This means for all those spills your tiled floors can be easily wiped and not be left with damage. Another advantage of tiles is that they are cost-efficient. Making it an easy choice for those who might be on a tight budget. Ceramic tiles are hard to crack and break, therefore, making them long-lasting. However, if something were to break they are easily replaceable.
Ceramic tiles are easy to maintain the grout lines in between the tiles need to constantly be resealed. So as not to get mold or stained. Due to the hardness of the tiles that can take a long time to warm up. This might not be ideal if you live in a cold climate. Ceramic tiles can also be heavy and should be checked if they can or can not be used on the upper level of your house.
Porcelain Tile
Porcelain tiles are resistant to wear and tear and tend to last a lot longer than other types of flooring. These tiles are also low maintenance. They don’t require any special sealing to keep out water and spills can be wiped away without causing damage to the tiles. Another reason for choosing Porcelain tiles is that they can come in a range of designs and patterns. Giving you more of a choice.
However, because of the way it is made it also makes it harder to install. Porcelain is harder to cut through and hard to layout properly on your floor. Porcelain tiles are denser than ceramic tiles, therefore, making them heavier. One should, therefore, be careful when placing them on the second floor of a building. Another disadvantage of these tiles is that if you are on a tight budget they might not be the answer. They are more expensive per tile than Ceramic tiles are. One more thing to note is that these tiles are harder to replace if broken. They are made to last but this is something else just to take into consideration.
Now, that you understand a bit more about each tile it might make choosing which one to use easier. When choosing you also might want to ask yourself if this will work best in every room of the house? Or will you change the tile depending on the room?
Still unsure which tiles to use? or which pattern or design will fit best in your house? Then please contact me for a consultation meeting. I am happy to help you!
