Page 6 - Tiling Guide September 2023

2 TILE TYPES
There are many different types of tiles on the market and they have different properties such as porosity, density and durability, etc.
It is important to understand these differences and choose the right product for the job intended.
Glazed Porous Body Ceramic Tiles
Glazed porous body, e.g. BIII ceramic tiles consist of a porous bisque body with a decorative glazed surface.
Unglazed Tiles
Generally used in domestic and industrial installations, they are available with a slip resistant surface profile for floor tiling in wet areas.
Porcelain Tiles
Highly attractive and very hardwearing tiles that have extremely low water
absorbency.
Available as wall or floor tiles, sometimes glazed often with good anti-slip properties, they can be used internally, and providing they are of sufficient slip resistance, externally, these tiles are, depending on thickness, suitable for domestic and commercial use.
They typically require the use of polymer enhanced cement based adhesive. The use of a ready-mixed adhesive is not recommended.
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