Bathroom Wall Tiles Can Either Make Your Bathroom Or Break It!

Bathroom wall tiles
Tiles are used for floors, walls and roofs for thousand of years. Tiles are usually flat slabs which are made up of hard materials like baked clay or plastic. Tiles are simple and plain or colorful with different patterns on it depending on what purpose they are being used for. Bathroom wall tiles are usually made to resist water. Bathroom tiles are usually sealed with grout which is very fine cement. Popular tile material used in bathrooms is ceramic.

Benefits of bathroom wall and floor tiles
Ceramic tiles are easy to clean, dirt resistant and resistant to any kind of contamination. These tiles are cleaned with just a damp cloth. Even when the tile is greasy a detergent or bleaching powder added with water and then wiped removes the grease or dirt from it. It is also preferbly used in swimming pools, hospitals, kitchens etc. These tiles are hygienic and non allergenic. Due to a ceramic coating it resists dampness resulting in preventing germs and fungal colonies. Once in place they have little maintenance other than normal cleaning. They are fire proof and do not support the spread of fire. High-grade ceramic tiles are extremely resistant to scratching.

Types of bathroom floor tiles
Floor tiles are usually glazed to resist water, dirt and grease. There are five different grades in floor tiles. Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, and Grade 5. Tiles which are used in bathrooms are usually Grade 2 tiles. Grade 2 tiles are usually single-fired "monocottura" tiles. They are made by the process known as "dust pressing. Grade 3 tiles are used where there is excess traffic like kitchens, businesses like a hairdressers etc. Grade 5 tiles are used in industries where there is more exposure to chemicals and heavy loads.

Tile adds style to any room
The design possibilities of ceramic tile can add flair and style to any room or office. Tiling a Wall, floor or counter top is like covering it with a shell: The result is relatively thin, yet durable enough to withstand water, dirt and traffic. Tiles give a rich look especially after they are installed. Tiles are an advancement in this modern day, at the same time, remains an old art. Using tile in your home can create an artistic form to your home and can convey a sense of ancient tradition.

Tile Types
Ceramic tiles come in two basic types. Glazed and Porcelain. Glazed holds up the best for heavy traffic areas and porcelain works well in bathrooms. Porcelain is typically more expensive, so consider your budget and the size of the area you want to tile. Tiles also come in many shapes and sizes. For flooring, however, we would suggest using larger tiles up to 12� x 12�.

Sizes
Today's tile is no longer just the 4 1/4" X 4 1/4" solid color bathroom squares which we usually see. Floor tile styling trends continue toward larger unit sizes. The tiles mostly used are especially the 12" X 12" and up. The larger sizes 16" X 16" and 18" X 18" - are becoming more common throughout the country, and in upscale homes even larger sizes like 24" X 24" are been used.

Adds value
Tiles can increase the value of your home - As well as keeping it cool, especially in warm climates. Ceramic tiles, marble tiles, granite tiles, mosaic tiles, floor tiles all add an extra quality to your home. Tiles can be found throughout a home - in the kitchen, bathroom, hallway, entrance and even the lounge. Finding the right tile for a home with the right color, design, and even pattern can seem overwhelming. It comes in many colors and textures as well as designs and patterns.