The London Tile Co.
AUGUST 24, 2018
It goes without saying that all paving materials will have pros and cons, but with porcelain fast becoming the material of choice for patios we wanted to see how it compares to another popular material: natural stone. Most natural stone paving has a rustic finish that can look out of place when used in modern homes and gardens.
The London Tile Co.
MARCH 10, 2017
We’ve seen the popularity of external porcelain tiles explode over the last year, and it’s no surprise since the list of benefits is a long one. We only recommend tiles that are at least 18mm thick, double the thickness of a standard internal porcelain tile, as this is more suitable for external use. Installing onto Lawns.
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The London Tile Co.
JULY 17, 2017
Traditionally the most popular materials for patios have been natural stone and concrete slabs for many years, but recently porcelain has seen a huge increase. Secondly, the tiles cannot be installed in the same way as paving slabs – this is because porcelain is non-porous and does not adhere to a base of sand or cement.
The London Tile Co.
SEPTEMBER 12, 2016
Porcelain is ideally suited to use outdoors as it is extremely strong and hard-wearing. Often natural stone or concrete slabs are used on patios, however these materials can require regular cleaning and sealing, and can look a little old fashioned. Benefits of Using Porcelain Tiles Outside.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
MAY 27, 2020
Most mimic natural stone, but there are a few that look like wood. Pros: Affordability: Vinyl is relatively inexpensive as compared to other flooring options such as porcelain tile or hardwood. Tough to remove: If installed using a vinyl adhesive , vinyl floors are challenging to remove. Porcelain and ceramic planks.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 17, 2023
—AHF Products introduced Bruce Comfortstone engineered stone tile, featuring the look of natural stone and ceramic. Made with a durable composite material made primarily of crushed limestone, Comfortstone is an innovative alternative to natural stone. “We
The London Tile Co.
AUGUST 3, 2015
Bearing in mind the (rarely) scorching sun, Valverdi Indoor-Out porcelain tiles are 100% colourfast, which means their colour won’t fade. Frost can be extremely damaging to natural stone tiles if they have not been properly sealed. Porcelain is also highly stain-resistant and won’t discolour from algae build-up.
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