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Porcelain Tile vs. Ceramic Tile

Tile Talk

Since launching our new line of Porcelain Pool Tile earlier this month, we''ve been getting a lot of questions about what makes porcelain tile better than ceramic tile. More commonly, the question is simply, "What is the difference between porcelain and ceramic tile?" Porcelain tile is a type of ceramic tile and nothing more.

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Back to Basics: Which material is right for my design?

Architectural Ceramics

Natural stone is harvested from quarries and then cut to various sizes. Porcelain tile is similar to ceramic tile, but is more durable and stain-resistant. Unlike standard ceramic tiles, terracotta is often left in a more natural state though it can be sealed or glazed. Should you choose stone, ceramic, glass or something else?