Ceramic tile is one of the most sought-after materials for trimming the bathroom, as it has a number of advantages over other materials. The main advantages of the tile are:
- moisture resistance (protects surfaces from moisture penetration, steam);
- durability (practically not to wear);
- strength;
- resistance to color change;
- a large selection of forms, colors and textures;
- fire resistance;
- Resistance to aggressive media.
Characteristics of tile
For walls, a coating is 6-9 mm thick, and for Paul-9-12 mm. For the bathroom, you should choose a tile with a fine-resistant structure (1-3 group) for better confrontation of high humidity. Marking "AA" indicates the possibility of applying household chemicals to clean the surface. If the bathroom has a window, then the tile should be stable to burn apart. The hardness of the tile should be 5-6 units (this is the optimal indicator for the dwelling). Expandment rate-2-3 group (1 group is no longer produced, 4 and 5 group are used to finish public premises). Slip resistance characteristic is also important for floor covering.
Ceramic tile features to decrypt the table:
Tip: When buying a tile, it is necessary to compare the party number, as various parties may have the difference between the shade.
Selecting material tile
For cladding walls, a ceramic tile is mainly used, and for the floor it is better to choose a porcelain stoneware, as it is stronger and more resistant to mechanical stress.
Porcelain stoneware has a homogeneous color throughout the thickness of the material, the tile has colored coating only in the layer of enamel from above.
In addition, the porcelain stoneware has a lower water absorption in contrast to ceramic tiles, because it has less porosity.
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Tile size
The greater the size of the tile, the better, since there is a smaller number of seams, which will reduce the likelihood of moisture in the space between the tiles. Also large tile is easier and faster to lay.
However, with small size of the room, it is not recommended to buy a large tile, because it visually makes the space less.
Tile color
It is not recommended to use bright colors, as they are very rapidly bored. Bright tile can be used as a supplement to neutral shades. The tile of light tones visually increases the area of the room, and the dark decreases. You can decorate the bathroom with 3D tiles, panels, borders.
Tip: Buy a tile and decor better from one collection for their harmonious combination.
Number of material
Tile is acquired with a stock of 15% of the floor area and walls of the room, which will be fried by tiles. The floor area is considered by multiplying the width for the length. When counting the area of the walls, the floor perimeter (the sum of all sides) is multiplied by the height of the walls, the area of openings (door, window) is subtracted from the resulting value.
Tile texture
The texture of the tile determines its appearance and can be different (embossed or smooth, matte or glossy, rough or smooth). To finish the floor it is better to apply matte rubber stonework. It will not be visible scratches, and it will not reflect light. For walls, a glossy ceramic tile is used. The glossy coating looks brighter and is easier.
Tip: When buying, you should visually assess the quality of the manufacture of tiles. The top layer should be without chipping, cracks, foreign enclosures. The geometric shape must match the sizes on the package.
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