Ceramic Tiles

The history of ceramic tile can be traced back to 4000 years ago, whether it is the decorative tile work of Persia, majolica floor tiles of the Italian renaissance, the mosaics of Spain, or the tile iconography of the Netherlands. Although our modern ceramic tiles have had humble beginnings, as plain white or beige color square tiles often seen in kitchens and bathrooms, they eventually evolved into all sorts of shape, sizes, color, and design so that they can finally make their way across other parts of our home.

The best thing about ceramic tiles is that they are made of natural, recyclable, and biodegradable materials. Their innate nature as being water proof and mold and mildew resistant have made them highly regarded.

There many types of ceramic tile products you can find in the market which can be used for floors, walls, and even for roofing. There are literally thousands of styles you can choose from. Ceramic tiles are categorized based on its material and properties.

Vitrified Tiles – these are ceramic tiles that are compact, scratch and acid resistant. They possess great strength and are ideal for replacing stone and marble flooring.

Porcelain Tiles – these are ceramic tiles that are very versatile. They come in plain, rough, and polished finish and are highly suitable for interiors as well as for outdoors.

Mosaic Tiles – these ceramic tiles are up to about an inch in size and are mounted on paper sheets or latex mesh for quick and easy installation. Mosaic tiles are perfect for murals, swimming pools, and floors with low traffic.

Glazed Tiles – these ceramic tiles have smooth surface and are non porous making them stain proof. These tiles are convenient to have on countertops because they won’t stain should food and liquids spill on them.

Quarry Tiles – these ceramic tiles are both thick and dense and are suited for commercial establishment with heavy traffic.

Terracotta Tiles – these ceramic tiles are either handmade or machine made and are used as roof tiles. They give a house a rustic look at the same time makes the house cool during summer and warm during winter.

Overall, ceramic tiles are almost everywhere and in every house. The technological innovations on their design have allowed designers to incorporate them with many of their interior as well as exterior designs.