Bathroom Tiles – Ceramic or Porcelain

This article looks at the potential areas of usage for ceramic tiles and trys to explain the difference between porcelain and ceramic tiles.  Some of the practical issues about choice of tiles: eradicating dampness and bacteria are also explored to inform tile buyers about what their primary considerations need to be when choosing tiles.  This will help enormously when decorating bathroom areas.

Ceramic tiles are a very popular choice for bathroom tiles, because they are extremely versatile.When we talk about ceramic tiles in the UK, it is worth noting, that we are probably referring to procelain tiles.  Despite the name and the fact that we associate porcelain with being very fragile, porcelain tiles are usually stronger and more durable than ceramic tiles.The name ‘ceramic’ has simply evolved due to it’s production within the ceramic industry!

Ceramic tiles are suitable for bathrooms because they have a variety of applications which make them perfect; they can withstand the conditions that bathrooms are subjected too such as wetness, humidity and steam.When we are thinking about tiling a bathroom, we usually think about the wall, but floor tiles are these days exceptionally popular.

Tiling in a wet room simply finishes off the look of a contemporary and modern room, whereas if vinyl flooring is installed it can look fairly basic and as if corners have been cut to save money.  It may also be less durable than providing a tiled floor and can soon look somewhat dated.

Tiles come in different sizes, with different shapes and varying from the very large to tiny mosaic tiles.  They can often be single coloured or patterned and many now have Spanish or Moroccan influences, although some traditional floral tiles do still exist.A tiny bathroom would not suit some of the very strong colours, but a larger than average room would look stunning.

Tiles will peel off the walls if you have chosen to buy a standard tile for the bathroom as the reality is bacteria and damp can linger behind them.  This is simply not a good idea.  The bathroom is the wettest area of the house so it is one room where you have to eradicate dampness in order to stop it getting hold.A shabby chic appearance should be over-ruled for a timeless elegance!

The sheer range of ceramic bathroom tiles available now means that any taste and preference can be catered for.So that your bathroom achieves a co-ordinated and harmonious look you need to give careful consideration to exactly what you are looking for. Because there are so many to choose this can in many ways be a downside.