Pool Tiles Ridge Manor What Makes Pool Tiles Different from Other Tiles?

Tiles that are used in pool and spas are actually designed a little different from regular flooring tiles that you would use in your home. When it comes to pool tiles, Ridge Manor residents are more likely than not going to purchase glazed tiles because they are acid resistant as well as fade resistant. Glazed tiles are also great at dealing with the two factors that affect pool tiles the most which are water and sunlight. Inside tiles used for backsplashes and flooring do not need to worry about being changed by outside forces because they are inside a controlled room.

Exposure to Sunlight

We don’t really think that sunlight has the ability to alter the condition or color of floor tiles, but it does happen. When it comes to pool tiles, Ridge Manor residents should use Glazed tiles because they are great at stopping UV rays and Infrared rays that can damage and change tiles. Oftentimes tiles that go around the outside of your pool will not be glazed or treated with anything to make them more affordable without lacking in functionality. This goes for the same with home tiles for building.

Exposure to Water

Some home tile can afford to get a little wet like backsplashes that are in kitchens or bathrooms, but they are not set up to be permanently submerged in water. With glazed pool tiles, Ridge Manor residents should know that unlike normal tiles used in home improvement, pool tiles need to be made with less than .5% water absorption in order to stay submerged. What happens is water forms a bond with the tile adhesive which prevents damage to the tile while it is under water. As a good real of thumb, pool tiles are often the most durable kinds of tiles you can get.

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