There are plenty of reasons why more and more homeowners here in Singapore now prefer to use ceramic floor tiles. Known for their good quality, ceramic tiles are not only used on floors, but on wall as well. “Ceramic tiles have quickly become one of the most popular types of materials used in a home but often times home owners don’t understand exactly what they are. Ceramic tile is made up of sand, natural products, and clays and once it has been moulded into shape they are then fired in a kiln. When making ceramic tiles they can either be glazed or unglazed, but the majority of homeowners have glazed ceramic tiles in their home,” remarked Griff Hanning in his article What is ceramic tile for homefixcos.com.
And those are just some of the information you’ll learn about ceramic tiles. But there is more to it. Its increasing popularity is not out of a short-lived fad. People can really attest to its good value and worth, “What I like most about ceramic tiles is that they come in different designs, shapes, and sizes. They are versatile. In fact, the wall and floors of my bathroom are all made of ceramic tiles. The same with my kitchen floors,” shared Leila Menhg from Singapore who only has good words for ceramic tiles.
Here are more reasons to choose ceramic tiles to employ on your own home.
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Known for its durability: There is no question as to how tough and strong ceramic tiles are. They are hard to crack and are very suitable to utilize even on areas that often get drenched with water like the kitchen and bathroom. If installed properly, ceramic tiles can last for 10-20 years.
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Easy to Maintain: Unlike other types of tiles, ceramics are easy to clean and do not require complicated cleaning techniques, “Ceramic flooring is fairly easy to care for. Dirt, stains, and liquids all rest on the surface, allowing you to easily wipe or mop them away. Regular maintenance just consists of sweeping or vacuuming with a soft brush attachment to keep the floor free of dirt and loose debris. If set in stains do occur you can use most heavy duty cleaners without having to worry about damaging the material,” wrote Joseph Lewitin in the article Ceramic Flooring Pros and Cons for thespruce.com
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Color does not fade easily: There must be something about the composition of the ceramic tiles that make their surface retain their colors for a long time, “Flooring can be exposed to a numerous amount of materials ranging from chemicals to sunlight. With that being said, ceramic tiles that are constantly exposed to sunlight will not lose their color or begin to fade. Having color permanence in your flooring helps to ensure that they will remain in pristine condition for their entire lifetime,” further wrote Griff Hanning for homefixcos.com.
No problem with hygienic concerns: Ceramic tile is very advisable for homeowners who are highly sanitary. Because of their hard, solid surface, ceramic tiles tend not to attract dust, pollen, dirt, and other allergens. This is something that sets ceramic tiles apart from other kinds of flooring materials like hardwood or carpet. When small debris particles land on a ceramic floor, what happens is that these particles do not stick on the tile so it is easier to swipe them away. This contributes a lot to keeping the air in your home free from irritating materials that can be bad for people with asthma.
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