What is a ceramic tile?
A ceramic tile is made from fired sand, clay and other natural minerals. It is therefore a mechanical product and not a natural rock.
A ceramic floor tile is an excellent alternative for many types of floors: hard-wearing, easy to maintain and available in all colors and sizes .
Ceramic floor tiles fit in any property.
An additional advantage when it comes to terraces: moss formation and green deposits have no chance thanks to the hardness of the stone.
Ceramic tile floor: advantages
Extended offer
Current technology in the production of tiles makes the possibilities inexhaustible in terms of finish , design , size and color . The range of ceramic tiles is incredibly wide.
Classic , rustic, contemporary, industrial, Scandinavian, modern , … in all colours, sizes, structures and price categories.
Large tiles can make a small room appear more spacious.
The extra large 100x100cm tiles are easy to maintain and are also a perfect alternative for polished concrete.
Did you know that all floor tiles can also be laid on the wall ?
This makes the finishing options for your interior even more extensive. Ceramic tiles are suitable for all spaces : from the living room, hall and kitchen to the bathroom and storage room.
If you can buy an end of series or a large batch , ceramic tiles are already available from 10 to 15 € / m² .
A nice and affordable solution for your new bathroom, kitchen or living room. Especially when you compare the price with a normal PVC or wooden floor.
Tendency
With their many dimensions (ceramic parquet), their patterns and their colors , ceramic tiles fit perfectly into interior trends .
Dramatic is, as are the dark interiors, the marble and concrete look and the raw materials .
In terms of color , all derivatives of the trend colors green, peach pink and terracotta score. The playful effect of the herringbone pattern is also very popular.
If you want a little more ” panache ” in your interior, how about a hexagonal floor tile . Or create a cozy living room by lining one wall with strips of stone
Have you also considered natural stone ? Be sure to look at ceramic imitations , these are often barely distinguishable from real natural stone.
Sustainable
A big advantage of ceramic tiles is their long durability . The tiles remain beautiful for a long time because no dirt can penetrate. The latest generations of tiles can also be beaten.
Ceramic tiles are the ideal solution for underfloor heating . It can be used in any room, as it conducts heat well.
Your floor (eg: 60×60 tiles) will not heat up too much and will remain at a pleasant temperature. Save on your energy bill too !
The same tile for indoors and outdoors
If possible, we want to enjoy the outdoors, also in winter.
The garden is a place to meet or relax with luxurious accents such as a swimming pool or a “welness”.
The distinction between interior and exterior is discoloration , which is reflected in the same choice of tiles for interior and exterior .
Ceramic tiles respond perfectly to this trend.
Because many tiles have a high anti- slip value , you don’t have to worry about slipping.
Easy maintenance and very solid
Low maintenance is always nice. A ceramic tile consists of tiny granules of clay, minerals, ores and pints. These are compressed in ideal proportions. A balanced high temperature firing process makes it a hard tile.
Hygiene is very important at home for most people.
Ceramic floors are ideal for this. With children or pets, dirt gets inside quickly.
Because floor tiles are rock-hard, dirt and moisture do not penetrate the ceramic and you can easily sweep it up or clean it with a mop.
Antistatic
Many floors cause static electricity by rubbing or walking on them. It gives you an unpleasant shockwhen you touch certain materials. A few downsides…
Cleaning product
When cleaning ceramic floor tiles , it is best to avoid soap or oily cleaning agents . They leave a film on the tile that exposes footprints and handprints and makes dust, hair and other debris adhere more easily to the tiles.
Grooves
For example, if you lay floor tiles with a low PEI (wear value) value in your yard, you’ll get a lot of scratches in no time from weather and traffic .
There is a lot of difference in quality in ceramic tiles, consider where you are using it and determine the wear value (PEI value) based on that.
Unlike a laminate floor, you can not easily remove a tiled floor, a tiled floor is also a bit colder than laminate.
