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Choosing wall and floor tiles

Choosing wall tiles and floor tiles can create a dilemma, with so many tile materials, styles and designs, home owners certainly have lots of choice. The first aspect of choosing wall and floor tiles is the suitability for the room you are installing them in and there are certain aspects to consider. If you are installing floor tiles in a high traffic area such as the kitchen then it is a must to opt for a strong and durable tile that has low maintenance levels.

If you are redecorating the bathroom area, any wall tiles and floor tiles you choose need to be suitable for areas where there is water and moisture. It is also really important that they are easy to clean and maintain.

Marble tiles are popular and there is no doubt that they have an elegant presence, however they are not often installed on kitchen floors because they are a higher maintenance tile and if your kitchen is a busy family kitchen, it may be more suitable to opt for an alternative tile material. Marble tiles can be used in small areas of the kitchen such as borders and small islands in the centre of the kitchen and if you have an area that you want to make a real focal point of, marble tiles are great at bringing elegance and style. Marble mosaics are also great and will work really well with other tile combinations.

Ceramic tiles are ideal solutions for walls and floors; they are strong, durable and easy to clean. Many home owners find there to be an abundance of style and design when looking for ceramic tiles and they are certainly a tile that will last the test of time.

Many natural stone combinations work well in kitchens and bathrooms but some types of natural stone are not really suitable for particularly wet areas. Natural stone floor tiles will make an impressive addition to kitchens and there are many different types in which to choose from. Slate tiles in particular are good, strong tiles that are very popular at the moment and the darker shades work really well on kitchen floors.

Glass tiles are also a tile that is strong, durable and will make an impression in both kitchens and bathrooms. Glass tiles work well on backsplash areas, around baths, showers and as borders. Glass tiles come in various colours and shades and can make a room appear larger because they reflect the light really well and for this reason they are excellent for smaller rooms and awkward spaces. Glass tiles are very durable and the colour will remain bright and new looking because it is applied during the manufacturing process unless you opt for hand painted tiles which will give the home owner a wider choice of design, hand painted Glass tiles may fade if harsh chemicals are applied often.

Quarry tiles are gaining in popularity and work really well on kitchen floors and hallways where there is a high level of traffic because they are strong and durable, quarry tiles come in rich reds and browns which work really well in traditional and modern settings.

Always consider your tile choices wisely to ensure they are ideal for the place they are being installed, this ensures that your tiles will last for many years and will stay looking as good as new.

 

Tile choice offer a wide variety of tile choice for the walls and floors, we also supply underfloor heating systems. http://www.tilechoice.co.uk

Porcelain floor tiles and wall tiles.

Porcelain floor tiles will be commonly seen over larger expanses of floor in large shopping centres and places where a hard durable tile is necessary. Porcelain tiles are largely strong and durable due to the manufacturing process they go through and this is what makes them so popular over large expanses of floor.

Porcelain tiles have a large design and style choice which gives home owners the chance to find a style and design that suits the decor within the home and their personal preferences. Porcelain tiles have been used for years as a flooring material but their design and style choices were once quite limited, over the last decade however advancements in technologies have brought forward new and innovative tile designs.

Porcelain tile are incredibly strong, they are virtually scratch proof, heat resistant, stain proof and they are also frost proof.  Porcelain floor tiles also have a very low absorbency rate which means they will not absorb moisture easily, they are also very easy to clean and maintain and there are many cleaning solutions which are ideal for porcelain floor tiles. Some floor tile materials such as many natural stone tile materials are susceptible to damage when certain substances are used but porcelain tiles will not become damaged easily which makes hem incredibly attractive to home owners for both wall tiles an floor tile installation.

It is very acceptable and great design to have both porcelain wall tiles and porcelain floor tiles in one room. The advantages of porcelain wall tiles are much the same as floor tiles and they offer the home owner both fantastic functionality and design solutions.

There are both glazed porcelain tiles and unglazed porcelain tiles and this can confuse home owners a little. There are a few differences that home owners should be aware of but it is always best to check with the manufacturer or the tile store you purchase the tiles from to ensure you know the exact type of tile you have purchase and their functionalities.

Glazed porcelain tiles are incredibly strong and durable and no holes are usually present as any holes are filled, they will certainly not stain and have a very low absorbency rate. The unglazed variety may be more slip resistant than the glazed varieties but both glazed and unglazed varieties are very strong durable tiles that offer great functionality for the home owner.

Although porcelain tiles are generally described as frost resistant, there may be some varieties that are not and this aspect must be checked before purchase to ensure you have the right tile.

Porcelain tiles whether for floor tile or wall tile application make great additions to the home and they will offer both functionality and design style, they will last the test of time and are easy to clean and maintain which is very important for busy homes.

 

Crown tiles supply a wide range of floor tiles and wall tiles,we also supply advice and information on tiles and tiling. http://www.crowntiles.co.uk

Bathroom wall tiles and floor tile choices.

The most important aspect of choosing floor tiles is the material you choose. If you are working towards a budget this will also play a huge role and the size of the area you are tiling is also important. There are many floor tile options in which to choose from and all good tile stores have an abundance of tile materials, styles and designs in which to look at. The first aspect is to visit some good tile stores and make a choice on the material you would like.

Bathrooms are wet and moist areas and it is always important to choose a tile that is ideal for wet areas. Ceramic wall tiles and porcelain wall tiles are the first tile materials that come to mind because they are ideal for bathroom areas. Glass wall tiles are also excellent choices although they are a little more expensive than other tile materials but they can be confined to certain areas such as the shower, around the bath and backsplash areas. Glass mosaic borders also work well combined with other tile materials.

Natural stone tile varieties cover a large selection of tiles including travertine tiles, granite tiles, slate tiles, limestone tiles and marble tiles. In general natural stone tiles are the more expensive option but if the area you are tiling is reasonably a small area, natural stone solutions might be an ideal choice. Natural stone floor tiles can also be sourced at reasonable prices especially if the particular tile and style is no longer being produced. In this instance home owners need to ensure that the tile store has enough of the particular floor tile to complete the job and a little extra for breakages.

Marble tiles often remind us of chic, elegant spaces and marble certainly has the ability to really add chic and design. Marble wall tiles can work well in certain areas. There is also the option to use mosaic marble tiles and again confine the marble tiles to certain areas to keep costs down.

The wall tile material you choose will also differ in the maintenance levels they require, marble tiles for instance are a higher maintenance tile that need to be cleaned and maintained regularly in order to keep them looking good. Ceramic wall tiles and porcelain wall tiles are versatile low maintenance tiles that are easy to clean and maintain.

Home owners are longer confined to design varieties and there are an abundance of choices in which to choose from. The first aspect is to visit a good tile store and get some inspiration and ideas before making your choice.

 

 

 

Tile choice offer a wide variety of tile choice for the walls and floors, we also supply underfloor heating systems. http://www.tilechoice.co.uk

Advantages of ceramic wall and floor tiles.

There are advantages and disadvantages to all tile materials and ceramic tiles are no different, one of the main advantages of the ceramic tiles is that it is suitable for both wall tile and floor tile installation and they come in a fantastic range of colours, styles and sizes, this ensures that there is a ceramic tile that will suit all tastes and environments.  The other massive advantage is the durability and strength that ceramic tile offers, they will certainly nor break easily and they will last a lifetime, they are incredibly easy to clean making them great for family homes where time is short but home owner still want a fantastic designed floor area.

Ceramic wall and floor tiles are also resistant to almost every substance you can think of as well as being heat resistant, they are scratch proof, frost proof and they are incredibly slip resistant which makes them ideal for bathroom and kitchen areas where there is likely to be water and moisture.

Ceramic wall and floor tiles are now available in a wide range of colours and styles and their colour will not fade even when in direct sunlight, often home owners are concerned that over time the colour and quality of their floor tiles may degenerate but ceramic floor and wall tiles do a good job of holding onto their colour brightness.

There are also many ways in which ceramic tiles can be installed, ceramic floor tiles can be arranged in many different pattern forms which gives home owners the chance to have a unique and individual floor tile design. There are an abundance of ceramic floor tile patterns on the internet such as the basket pattern that is an alternative to installing the floor tiles in a standard row pattern.

Ceramic floor tiles are also very durable and great for decorating kitchens and bathrooms; they can be installed on the body of the bathroom wall, around the shower and bath areas with great success.

The ease at which ceramic wall tiles and floor tiles can be cleaned and maintained is also a massive advantage and having a tile that is easy to clean is really important for busy home areas.

The kitchen is one room that is used all the time and wall tiles are naturally going to become soiled but regular cleaning of ceramic tiles ensures they stay looking fresh and clean. There are many ceramic tile cleaners on the market that are suitable for all eventualities from cleaning heavily soiled tiles to more regular cleaning, always ensure any product you use is suitable for the tile material you are cleaning.

Crown tiles supply a wide range of floor tiles and wall tiles inclduing bathroom tiles and kitchen tiles. http://www.crowntiles.co.uk