неделя, 27 юли 2014 г.

The Various Kinds Of Wall Tiles Available

By Alex D White


There has been increasing need for people to utilize different items to enhance the beauty of the areas around them. Tiles in particular have attracted immense following due to the different benefits they provide including being easy to clean, durability and the way they enhance the beauty of different surfaces. Tiles could broadly be classified into wall tiles and floor tiles, each of which requires tiles with different features. Wall tiles in particular are widely used in bathrooms and kitchens although they are also used in other parts. Different types of wall tiles exist, which can be used in different situations.

When you wish to install tiles for bathroom and kitchen use, you should use glazed ceramic tiles because of remarkable ability to resist wetness and the fact that they may be designed to be nonslip. Glazed ceramic tiles are constructed with clay and therefore are usually glazed using different levels of glaze. The only difference between these tiles is the quantity of gloss on such surfaces. The accessible kinds of glaze include matte glaze, slip resistant glaze and gloss.

Mosaic tiles are also made of clay with each tile having different color pigments and nice designs that make whatever surface you have tiled very attractive. They are unique in that you can notice various color pigments on such items even when the tile is chipped ensuring that you retain the same beautiful appearance for ages. These are handy tiles when you want to break the monotony of other tiles.

Individuals are also using vinyl tiles greatly because of the number of benefits that such usage brings. They are commonly known to as PVC tiles and are fixed with glue unlike other tiles like ceramic tiles that need some type of cement to install and repair them. You can actually transfer the tiles when you wish. Vinyl wall tiles are usually affordable.

Glass is also a common material for making contemporary tiles that bring out a bright reflection or shimmer in any room they are used. Their ability to illuminate the room and create a visual illusion of a large indoor space makes them a preference for many people. You can choose between the frosted and bubble glass varieties based on your preferences.

Many people are also switching to marble tiles due to the attractive nature of such tiles, their durability and a host of other characteristics. The great thing about such tiles is the fact that they come in a variety of designs, colors and textures that makes it easy for someone to choose something that works for them. Many of them will even withstand usage in high traffic areas and places where they may be exposed to corrosive substances.

Wood is another common material to make wall tiles. You will be able to produce very attractive tile designs and shapes from wood because of being able to be chopped into different pieces. When utilizing such products, you have to ensure that they are free from water.

It is also common for people to use metallic tiles on various walls. This is quite common in areas that are exposed to moisture and corrosive substances. Metallic tiles can actually last long when not exposed to such harsh conditions.




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