Bathroom Tile. What Type And Material To Chose

category Tile, posted June 8, 2011

Here we are going to talk about bathroom tile. Do you know what the most popular type of the bathroom tile is? If not, you will find the answer in this article.

But at first tell us what the key problem of most bathrooms is. Of course, it is moisture. What will be with linoleum or paint in your bathroom in a few months? You are right, mold will appear on them and paint will begin to crumble. Every house owner knows how it is difficult to fight against mold. But not in case of tile, because it is easily cleaned and resistant to mold. This is the main reason why the bathroom tile is so popular.

The tile finish is not only practical and top quality, but attractive. Most manufacturers offer tile made of various materials. They are marble and limestone tile, slate and travertine tile, granite tile, porcelain and ceramic tile. But you should remember, even if the bathroom tile used for walls and floor is made of the same material, it cannot be replaceable.

Marble tile is great for the floor, as well as limestone tile. If you want a luxurious bathroom tile it is ideal, but do not forget it is very expensive. Marble tile costs about $90 per sq. m.. In turn slate tile is rather cheap, but it is a bit brittle. Comparing with granite, limestone and marble tile feature a higher index of friction.

Granite is porous and that is why it should be polished regularly. And at last porcelain and ceramic tile can be used both for walls and floors. Bathroom tile made of porcelain is more expensive than ceramic tile, but it is more durable. That is why, it is better for the floor. Its price starts at $30 per sq. m. In turn, ceramic tile is cost effective. As for the prices of the ceramic tile, 12x12 inches piece costs from $1 to $15 depending on quality. The price of 4x4 inches piece starts at 60 cents. So, you get to choose.

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