Differences between tiles and porcelain

In this post we are going to explain the differences between a tile and a porcelain tile, where and how each of them should be used, their characteristics and average price.

But We are also going to disprove other myths that exist in the construction sector such as:

What is the difference between bathroom tiles and ceramic tiles? for kitchen? Why do we distinguish between indoor and outdoor floors? o How to lay a rectified tile without a joint.

How a tile differs from a porcelain tile.

Although many people believe that it is the same and many online searches are do with the term porcelain tiles, you must know the differences to know what use and resistance each one can provide.

Ceramic is a very broad concept and we not only distinguish between tiles and porcelain. Rather, within the tile there are different possibilities such as rectified tiles or white-paste and red-paste tiles.

On the other hand, within porcelain floors there are also rectified and non-rectified tiles , indoor flooring and outdoor porcelain stoneware, 20mm porcelain floors and many more.

The tiles can only be used as wall covering. Moreover, it is only recommended to place it on interior walls, bathrooms or kitchens. In case of placing a tile as an exterior wall covering, you must make sure that the climate in the area is reasonably stable, with moderate temperatures and above all that frost is not expected during winter.

On the other hand , the ceramic tile can only be used on the wall because it is not prepared to support the transit of people, furniture or machinery. And although it would not happen the first day, with the passage of time and with use it would be very likely that some tiles would begin to break.

Porcelain stoneware, on the other hand, can be placed both on terrace floors and on house floors. Of course you can also use porcelain tile on the walls.

Porcelain stoneware is still a much more resistant material than tile, withstanding both extreme temperatures and high traffic without suffering deterioration.

That is why it is not recommended to place porcelain tile on the bathroom wall. The tile is completely suitable for this use, and in this way we will facilitate the placement of the mason. Both for cutting the tiles and for drilling them to place bathroom accessories.