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Why Use Porcelain Tiles Outside?

The London Tile Co.

Not all tiles can be used outdoors, and you might have heard about using porcelain paving on your patio or in your garden – but why? Porcelain is the perfect choice for your outdoor paving, but only when 20mm thick or more. Pictured here: Cement effect PorcelPave Cuba Anthracite used outdoors with a modern style pergola.

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Avente Tile Talk: Cement Tile Designs That Impress!

Tile Talk

Cement tiles are often called Cuban tiles because of their ubiquitous use in both residential and commercial applications on the island of Cuba when it was a tropical playground. Handmade cement tiles start as a mixture of natural materials including crushed limestone, Portland cement, aggregate (small stones), sand, and water.

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