Ceramic tiles in Melbourne are chiefly made with a mixture of clay and sand, quartz, and water. These are usually used in domestic residences, offices, restaurants, bathroom walls, and kitchen floors.
Why ceramic tiles are broadly used?
Ceramics are fundamentally tough, resistant to abrasive materials, and can easily withstand high temperatures. They are structurally tough but brittle in nature. Apart from floor tiles, ceramics are used in pipes, sanitary ware, gas and fire radiants, knife blades, disc brakes, and biomedical implants.
The demand for ceramic tiles and their easy availability
Ceramic tiles are an indispensable part of construction work which is why they are in high demand by the construction industry around the world. The expansion of the construction industry in emerging economies like India, China, Brazil, and South Asian countries are predicted to be the primary consumers of ceramic tiles as a whole. Technological advancements in the manufacturing procedures of these tiles and virtually unlimited raw materials are two considerable factors that promote the use of ceramic tiles.
Advantages of ceramic tiles
1. Ceramic tiles are affordable
Flooring constitutes a major portion of any building construction and installing porcelain tiles or marble could turn out a significantly costly venture. Not everyone can afford to install marbles on their house floors. Ceramic tiles in Melbourne are made of clay and the clay is less refined than typical porcelain tiles and they cost as low as $5-10 per square foot. Also, the commendable durability of these flooring materials makes them strong enough to last for a decade or so, thus minimizing the need for replacements and repairs. So, a one-time minimal investment could turn out economic in the long run.
2. Ceramic tiles are durable
Flooring materials should be durable enough to withstand the weight of large appliances and human footfalls. Ceramic tiles in Melbourne are durable enough to withstand frequent footfalls due to which they are installed in commercial spaces like malls and offices. When compared to other similar tiles, these are a lot durable, cheap, and resistant to abrasion.
3. Ceramic tiles don’t need high maintenance
While marble floors do not need frequent maintenance, spilling acidic materials could severely damage them. On the other hand, hardwood floors have a list of ‘do nots’ (restrictions) and need a bit of maintenance. Failing to maintain such floorings will result in their diminishing glamor and quality. Ceramic tiles only need regular soap water cleanup to look shiny and fresh for a good period of time.
Unlike most other floorings, ceramic tiles have a smooth and non-porous surface. As dust mostly gathers in crevices and pores on a surface, ceramic tiles gather none. Due to the smooth surface, all resilient stains and spills can be cleaned easily with a few mops. Commercial spaces mostly have ceramic tiles which make the cleaning job easy and quick.
Oily smudges coated on kitchen walls could be impossible to clean if the walls are uncovered. To make the cleaning job easy, ceramic tiles are installed on kitchen walls. As the surface is non-sticky, the tiles don’t get as dirty as a generic wall. The need for maintenance is thus diminished.
Also, bathroom walls are subjected to water spills for quite a while. Water alone does not do much damage to the tiles. But water containing a huge amount of iron could put some light spots.
4. Ceramic tiles are available in countless designs
As ceramic tiles are easily manufactured, tile brands make them in attractive designs and colorful graphics to make them appealing. Prospective buyers may find it hard to not buy a shiny and colorful tile that would look swell when installed on, let’s say, the kitchen wall. Due to the availability of countless designs and patterns, ceramic tiles can be installed in both homes and commercial locations and be further customized to obtain a desirable theme.
5. Ceramic tiles are easy to cut
Although tiles, in general, are available in various shapes and sizes. But building construction cannot be done considering the size and shape of tiles. For the spaces or corner that needs a piece of an unconventionally shaped tile, you can cut them into any shape.
