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Tile can be glazed or unglazed. Unglazed bathroom ceramic tile is simply
baked pieces of clay whose colors are determined by the mineral content of the
clay. These tiles are the workhorses of the industry. Generally thicker and
denser than glazed tiles, they include products such as quarry tiles and
porcelains. The toughness of unglazed tiles make them ideally suited (but not
limited to) heavy commercial installations.
Here are tips for using ceramic tile in a bathroom:
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1. Consider using unglazed bathroom ceramic tile if you want to have the most
slip-resistant surface. The rugged surface texture and matte finish of these
tiles give them good slip-resistant qualities for use in wet areas. If you buy
and install unglazed tiles for your bathroom floor, they will need to be cleaned
frequently because they absorb oil and stains quite easily. Examples of unglazed
tiles are quarry tiles, porcelain tiles and terra-cotta tiles which can be
handmade or machine-made. 2. If you are using a white or cream ceramic tile for your
bathroom, using a different color grout like "blue" will give your bathroom a
more dramatic look.
3. Make sure you apply sealers to grout lines in areas of
heavy wear, like countertops. Sealers will protect and preserve grout colors.
4. For a floor surface that is virtually stainproof, use glazed bathroom
ceramic tile. Glazed bathroom ceramic tile is made the same way as unglazed
tile, but it undergoes an additional process. A glass layer is applied, then
subjected to tremendous heat in a kiln. This process liquefies the glass and
fuses it to the bisque. Glazes offer an unlimited array of beautiful colors,
textures and designs and create a surface that is practically stainproof and
very wearable. While most glazed tiles are for light residential to medium
commercial traffic uses, recent technological advances produce glazed tiles that
are hard and durable enough to stand up to the most demanding commercial
applications.
5. To make your bathroom floor more exciting, add patterns, floor accents or
small splashes of color using ceramic custom tile pieces. Or consider using
large rectangular decorative sections placed in the middle of the floor. Custom
ceramic tile or art tile can be found with Victorian, Mexican or Moorish styled
designs and they can also be used as bathroom backsplashes, tub surrounds and in
showers.
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6. For countertops and backsplashes, make sure the tiles are glazed and can
withstand household cleaners. And backsplashes are a great place to add
decorative tile.
7. To tie it all together, pay attention to the available bathroom
accessories. Towel bars, ceramic soap dishes, toothbrush/cup holders -- you'll
want these to blend in well with your bathroom ceramic tile.
With all the choices that await you today, have fun as you select the styles,
colors, patterns and sizes of bathroom ceramic tile and related details for your
bathroom. You'll want your bathroom to be a fun, cozy room to spend time in, and
bathroom ceramic tile can help create that kind of atmosphere. Bathroom ceramic
tile is decorative and lasting -- use it in the ways you want for having the
bathroom that you can enjoy every day.
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