In recent years, the range of materials for construction and repair has expanded significantly. From the variety of options, eyes run up, and sometimes it can be very difficult to determine what is best suited for your specific case. In this article we will consider such a popular material as ceramic granite (porcelain tiles). This finishing material has very impressive characteristics, and as a result of improving production technology in recent years, it has become even more durable, durable and reliable.
So, the first advantage of ceramic granite is the low level of moisture absorption. This means that he is able to withstand even the most severe frosts. That is why it is often used for decoration of facades, loggias, terraces and sidewalks.
Porcelain stoneware is very resistant to wear and abrasion. It is ideal as a flooring, even for places where there are many people daily, such as shops, hotels, offices, banks, etc.D. Its hardness is comparable to similar quartz indicators, which means that ceramic granite can be used to decorate garages, car services and other technical premises.
Features of the production technology of this material allow you to make a variety of colors and drawings – from plain slabs to slabs with imitation of marble, granite or other types of natural stone. The color and pattern of ceramic granite is uniform and uniform in the entire thickness.
Depending on the purpose, manufacturers offer several variants of the surface of porcelain tiles:
- Matte. This is a prodigy of unprocessed ceramic granite. This type of plates is excellent for use in adverse conditions, as it has high hardness and frost resistance.
- Grinded. Plates that have passed only the primary processing stage, unlawful.
- Polished. There are two types of such plates: with a mirror of 80% and 20%. Despite the attractive appearance, the level of wear resistance and moisture absorption does not allow the use of such plates for exterior decoration.
- Satinated. The upper layer of such plates is covered with a film of mineral salts, which allows you to get a smooth shiny surface and at the same time preserve the high technical characteristics of the material.
- Glazed. Plates are covered with a special composition – glaze.