If you are remodeling your kitchen or bathroom and are considering flooring tiles, you’re options will probably be narrowed down to ceramic or porcelain.  Which to choose depends on your personal preferences and the function of your floor covering.  Ceramic and porcelain tiles are manufactured by using the same process.  The difference in the final produce has to do with the fact that the material used in porcelain tiles is more refined than that of ceramic tiles.  Consequently, being subjected to higher temperatures than ceramic, porcelain tiles are denser, creating a tougher tile. 

CERAMIC FLOOR TILES
Ceramic tiles are less expensive that porcelain ones.  Ceramic tile comes in a variety of colors, styles and designs.  Also ceramic tiles give you some versatility options for bordering your floor.  Ceramic tile lends itself to being combined with wood and carpet to create a unique look, and may be installed in outdoor and indoor areas.
On the negative side, ceramic tiles are subject to wear and tear because they absorb water, are subject to breakages in high traffic areas, require regular maintenance, and are quite slippery when wet.

PORCELAIN FLOOR TILES
With its high resistance to moisture, porcelain tile is a great choice for bathrooms and kitchens.  Because of this moisture resistance, porcelain is less susceptible to stains than are ceramic tiles.  Porcelain tile is durable and resistant to allergens and bacteria.  Porcelain requires a minimum amount of maintenance and is durable when subjected to heavy foot traffic.

Cons of porcelain floor tiles are that porcelain tiles cost more than ceramic, are cold and hard on bare feet, and heavy.

While both ceramic floor tile and porcelain floor tile are both attractive, considerations of which to choose for your bathroom or kitchen remodeling project should take into consideration how hard you and your family are on flooring.  While less expensive, ceramic floor may not be your ideal option as the cost of future repairs and maintenance expenses may prove to be a more costly in the long run. 

Whichever route you go, contact a licensed Atlanta plumbing contractor for an installation estimate of your ceramic or porcelain tile floor project.

Blog Post provided by:  Atlanta Bathroom Plumbers