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HARFORD CARPET SALES, INC.
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CeramicA mixture of clays that are pressed into shape and fired at high temperatures which gives the tile it’s hardness. The bisque, or body, of ceramic tiles may then be glazed, or left unglazed depending on it’s intended use. |
Group I: Tiles that are suitable for residential bathrooms with light foot traffic. Generally wall tile products fall into this group. Some wall tiles can be used on the floor. Consult the manufacture of the tile for their recommended areas of application.
Group II: Tiles that can be used in residential traffic areas, expect areas with high traffic, such as kitchens, foyers, laundry rooms, etc.
Group III: Products that are recommended for all residential installations.
Group IV: Tiles that are suited for all residential and light to medium commercial.
Group V: These tiles can be in heavy traffic areas and are recommended for wet areas where safety is concern, such as in food service areas, exterior areas, shopping malls and swimming pools just to name a few.
Types
Glazed – The most common style today in floor and wall tiles, as well as for residential and commercial applications. A liquid glass is applied to the body of the tile and fired at high temperatures. The glazing becomes hard and non-porous resulting in a flooring that is:
Unglazed – There is no glazing or any other coating applied to the tile. Their color is the same on the face of the tile as it is on the back resulting in very durable tiles that do not show the effects of heavy traffic. The most common unglazed tiles are the red quarry tiles or the granite looking porcelain ceramic tiles used in heavy commercial areas.
