Top 5 Benefits of Porcelain Tiles

Porcelain tiles are a cost-effective solution for those looking for a long-lasting, durable material used across your home, be it regal porcelain tile flooring for your bathroom or a flamboyant kitchen backsplash. These tiles give your home a contemporary look with a multitude of designs and colours, and you may recognise some popular patterns from decades ago too. 

 

 

Is porcelain ceramic? What are porcelain tiles made from exactly? Contrary to popular belief, porcelain is actually made from several different types of clay, sand, and feldspar. While ceramic is also made from clay and sand, porcelain is naturally more dense, giving it the delicate structure you’ve heard about. However, that doesn’t stop it from being a top material. 

 

You’ve probably been thinking, ‘but isn’t porcelain fragile?’ There isn’t an easy answer to this question. The truth is, the ancient Chinese pottery you’ve seen in museums is in fact very fragile, but not all creations have to be. For example, the porcelain tile flooring you’ve seen in the same museum that you’re walking on and not a scuff in sight! 

 

So, what are porcelain tiles good for? 

 

 

Are porcelain tiles porous? No! Porcelain tiles are easy to maintain and naturally hygienic. Unlike laminates, porcelain tiles don’t accumulate dirt. So not only will you have less time scrubbing, you can save on cleaning supplies too. In fact, they shun harmful chemicals. 

 

 

Porcelain tiles are extremely heat resistant. They’re unable to burn, so there’s no toxic chemicals or smoke in the event of a fire. Knowing this, you can have peace of mind that porcelain tiles are one of the safest materials out there. 

 

 

Porcelain won’t crack even under extreme heat. The material is used across high-traffic buildings across the world, so if heels and even a granite statue can’t scuff or scratch porcelain, nothing can. 

 

 

Are porcelain tiles slippery compared to other materials? Porcelain is made with a gritty top layer. Whether you’re coming out of the bath or water is dripping from your sink, the texture of your porcelain tiles continues to look polished without ruining its non-slip feature. 

 

 

Porcelain has been used for generations, whether it’s a priceless artefact or a luxury tile for your home. It can imitate other materials, such as wood, marble, and granite, so you can have a better quality material with the appearance of a different one. Porcelain can also be personalised, or supplied in an already-made colour or pattern. 

 

As surface specialists, we now have large format porcelain tiles up to 3200x1600, where our qualified and experienced team will install them following the latest regulations. We are partnering Atlas Plan, one of the most reputable porcelain suppliers in the world, to bring you this sustainable feature to help you match your porcelain tile flooring to your walls. 

 

Now that you’ve found the best porcelain tiles and material for your renovation, view our online gallery to see what your dream home could look like. If porcelain isn’t for you or you’re looking to match your countertop to your walls, take a look at our granite worktops for more inspiration. 

 

Contact us today to get started on your project and receive a no-obligation quote. Watch as your space becomes an elevated treat for the whole family, whether that’s a warmer environment while cooking, a royal entry into your home, or the perfect Instagram photo.