Defects found in tiles part 1

Porcelain tiles usually have a sense of unparalleled quality; however there are many people who are not satisfied with the poor quality of the tile, defects on surface and having unrealistic expectations. Among all surface defects, below is the most common surface defects are as follow:

·         Variation in tile surface

·         Color and shade variation

·         Slippery tiles

·         Visual hazing

·         Cleaning and staining problems

·         Tile dimension tolerance

·         Rough grinding marks

·         Lippage

The future of home decoration

Glazed porcelain is very similar in appearance to conventional ceramic tiles. It is no coincidence, since they finish going through exactly the same application in the process of firing a special glaze. Due to this, porcelain tile has a glossy surface with a variety of patterns. Unlike ceramics, tile has better mechanical strength. However, the scope of the porcelain tile is in enclosed spaces in which it is not subject to heavy abrasion. Both species can have both porcelain matte and polished surface. Polishing usually undergoes technical ceramic, whereby the surface becomes mirror view. In this case, improving its appearance, but significantly reduces the quality.

Porcelain tiles are much more susceptible to mechanical wear and due to violation of micro pores increases its absorbency. Polished tile found its application in decorating the walls, but the floors quickly lose their luster and beautiful appearance. Mainly polished tiles are imported from two origins China and Turkey and majority of porcelain tile manufacturer produces different types of porcelain tiles with different sizes, patterns and colors.

TILING TO PERFECTION

It has become the habit of wealthy people to tile their houses so as to imply to others how rich they are. Tiling is considered the epitome of peoples wishes and those places where it is applied are considered to be very ‘posh’ and ‘modern’. Great households and other buildings look spectacular when the light shines off those amazing tiles and gives even a small flat the look of ease and luxury of a palace.