Glazed Porcelain Brooksville What are Glazed Porcelain Tiles?

There is a large portion of individuals who do not know much about different types of tile or the materials that they are made from. Most people assume that all tiles are made from some sort of ceramic or stone, which is true, but another popular material used to make different types that people might have seen but not know what it is would be glazed porcelain. Brooksville residents who are unfamiliar with different types of tiles might assume that they are made from a type of ceramic clay, but this is not entirely true even though porcelain is a type clay itself.

What Makes Porcelain Different from Regular Ceramic Clay?

It may be hard to tell from simply looking at a piece of porcelain tile and a piece of ceramic tile that they are made from the same materials, but this is not true. While both ceramic and porcelain have to be fired in a kiln at a high temperature, it takes porcelain to reach a higher temperature for a longer period of time in order to make tiles of glazed porcelain. Brooksville residents should be made aware that this extra time in the kiln makes porcelain tiles a little stronger than that of tiles made from typical ceramic clay. Additionally, Porcelain tiles are denser and less porous, making them a great choice for areas of a home with water.

Where are Porcelain Tiles Placed in a Home?

There is no explicit place where a porcelain tile can and cannot go inside a home, but often times a homeowner will place porcelain tiles in the kitchen or bathroom of a home. This is because water resistance and mold resistance are a common trait of tiles made from glazed porcelain. Brooksville residents might not be aware that porcelain tiles are also used in and around the outside of pools in residential areas for the same reasons. It is most common to see glazed tiles with a clear coat, but it is also possible to color these tiles to match the home decor or preference of the homeowner.

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