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The 6 Most Common Tile Varieties

You’ll see many different flooring and tiles when you walk into a tile showroom. You probably know about ceramic and porcelain tiles, two of the most common types of tiles. But have you seen tiles made of granite or glass lately?

1. Ceramic Tile

Ceramic tile is a popular choice for home improvement projects because you can use it for many different things. Ceramic is a great choice for any room in your home, including the bathroom, kitchen, and front entrance, because it is cheap and lasts a long time. Glazed ceramic tile is better than wood, carpet, or even vinyl plank flooring at protecting against stains and damage.

2. Porcelain Tile

Porcelain is a type of clay ceramic tile that is more beautiful. Porcelain tiles are more durable than red clay ceramic tiles because they have a higher ratio of silica and quartz and are baked or fired at a higher temperature. However, porcelain tiles are often more expensive.

Porcelain tile is like a chameleon because it can be made in many colors and patterns. When glazed, etched, and textured, porcelain tiles can look like expensive marble, wood planks, or even bricks used in factories. Remember that installing porcelain tile as a do-it-yourself project can be tricky because it is stronger and denser than ceramic and needs a special tool, a diamond blade wet saw, to cut it.

3. Glass Tile

Sparkling glass tiles look great as a backsplash or in a shower. Compared to other tiles, glass tiles are the most resistant to stains. Even red wine and lemon juice can’t get through them. One problem with glass tile is that it’s easy to chip and crack if something is dropped, so it’s best to use it on your wall.

4. Marble Tile

Marble is often considered one of the more expensive natural stone tile materials. However, it is a bold and elegant choice because it has a level of elegance and style that is hard to find in other materials. Marble is made under a lot of heat and pressure, which gives it natural mineral lines and deep veins. It can handle the heat and pressure of everyday life very well.

No other kind of tile can make a room look so much better than marble tile. Natural stone has a lot of depth and contrast and comes in many colors, including green, grey, beige, white, black, and many more. When choosing marble tiles or slabs, look for rough spots. Since marble is porous, these spots may need extra sealing to protect them from stains.

5. Granite Tile

Granite is another natural rock tile that you can use for both countertops and floors. It has spots and dots of color that are there naturally. Granite is much harder than marble, which makes it less likely to chip or break.

Granite is a great choice for wet areas or countertops because it is mostly waterproof and won’t soak up water or stains. Granite usually comes in large slabs, so it’s not a good choice for people who want to save money.

6. Other Tiles Made Of Stone

Marble and granite are two types of natural stone used to make tile. Slate, limestone, travertine, and sandstone are all porous, so if you want to use them as flooring in your home, you will need to seal them often to keep stains and discoloration from happening. Still, you can use these stones well for some of your other home projects.

In Conclusion

The professional flooring experts and installers at Hutardo’s Tile and Stone can help you check that off your list in the blink of an eye. With the newly added remodeling division, they can even help you make bigger changes to your home’s layout or design.

Whether you want to add a stylish ceramic backsplash tile or install tough granite bathroom floor tiles, knowing about the different kinds of tile and the best ways to use them will help you make your ideal interior.