Which tiles are best for home?

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Which tiles are best for home? Tiles are the most popular material used for flooring nowadays. Aside from being strong and durable, tiles will give your home a classy look. Tiles can be maintained easily, they come in a wide variety of colors and designs that can fit in with the décor of your house. Below are the different types of tiles that are common Ceramic tiles: they are available in glazed (polished) and unglazed varieties. Cement/concrete tiles: these types of tiles are extremely durable and strong, making them perfect for driveways and exterior floors. Terracotta tiles: they are highly durable and water resistant. Mosaic tiles: they come in glazed or unglazed versions and are a great way to add color to your room without making it look fuzzy Natural stone tiles: these might be durable or non-durable depending on the material. Vitrified tiles: they are processed in a way that would make them durable and resistant to scratches, stains, and acid. Quarry tiles: are unglazed tiles that are durable and can be used indoors as well as outdoors. Choosing tiles according to their purpose 

Kitchen Tiles

It is advisable to make use of ceramic tiles for the kitchen. Ceramic tiles are durable and they are also available in a wide variety of colors and patterns. Ensure you choose tiles that are durable and scratch resistant, as kitchens are considered to be high-traffic areas 

Living room Tiles

You can choose either ceramic tiles or natural stones for your living room. Terracotta, Italian marble, and porcelain tiles seem to be the preferred choice these days. The designer and textured marble is the best for large and spacious living room, why terracotta tiles are the best for small living room 

Bathroom Tiles

Ceramic tiles are the best-suited choice when it comes to bathrooms. Glazed ceramic tiles work well for bathroom walls but not for the flooring, as they can become slippery when wet. Use natural stones such as granite, sandstone or slate instead. They are safer to walk on when wet, as they offer a good grip.


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