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Porcelain tiles

Very dense tiles fired at high temperature, absorbing almost no water.

Porcelain tiles: illustration
Illustration

What it is

Porcelain tiles are harder and less absorbent than ordinary ceramic tiles. Vitrified tiles sold in India are of this dense family and are used for most floors.

Key points

  • Very low water absorption
  • Hard and scratch-resistant
  • Large formats available
  • Indoor and outdoor grades

Why it matters

Large dense tiles need a level base and tile adhesive rather than thick mortar.

How Elamentt handles it

Large tiles are laid on adhesive over a level screed for a flat, hollow-free floor.

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