Selecting Your Tile

Porcelain tile is an excellent surfacing choice.  With its superior strength and heightened performance properties, it’s durable, natural and simple to maintain.  Also, it adds value to your home or workplace. 

By definition, porcelain tile has a .5% or less water absorption rate.  Additionally, porcelain tile is rated based on common criteria, as are all tile products:  water absorption, strength, slip resistance, and resistance to scratch and abrasion.

As you search for the right product, consider where the tile will be used: kitchen, bath, living area, inside or out.  Project what kind of foot traffic will come through the area, and determine if there will be moisture or other elements.  Also, if anyone in the family has special needs, factor those into your selection; slip resistance will be of particular concern.
 
Tile adds value to any space, so treat your selection as a true investment.  Today’s tile products come in unique sizes and shades, with decorative trims, mosaics and finishing touches.  A beautiful tile installation is not only enjoyable for you, it’s a motivating factor for potential buyers when you are looking to resell.  Select and install wisely now, and go for the mosaics and trims to complete a custom look.  You’ll reap dividends for years to come.