What are the types of tiles?

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Very popular, tiling is recognized for its ease of use maintenance and longevity increased. Not only is it ultra-practical, but it enhances the decoration of the house.

Tiling is especially suitable for wet rooms such as kitchens and bathrooms. But nothing also prevents you from putting it in your living room, bedroom, hallway, entrance, etc. You can even use it outdoors provided you make the right choice. Here are the main types of tiles currently available on the market.

Types of tiles according to their material

The tiling is actually available in different materials. This is why it is possible to find ceramic, stoneware, terracotta and metal tiles in stores.

There are also various stone tiles, citing only marble, granite, travertine, slate, terrazzo and limestone tiles. Each of these tiles has its own advantages and disadvantages. They have various characteristics, colors and renderings.

Types of tiling according to their laying technique

In addition to the material of manufacture, tiles can also be classified according to their laying technique. You may hear of adhesive tiling, i.e. self-adhesive tiling stick directly to the ground, in particular on a clean and dry surface, using its adhesive. There is also the clip-on tile, a tile model that does not stick together, but fits together laterally. In general, it is sandstone tile, and it can be repositioned according to your needs.

Furthermore, the tiling without joints should also be lifted. Despite its name, this type of tiling has very fine joints which allow obtaining a refined rendering, and elegant. Finally, don’t forget mosaic tiles, very decorative little tiles that allow you to personalize the walls of a shower, a kitchen or the bottom of a swimming pool.

Types of tiles according to their colors and patterns

A wide choice of color and tile patterns is also available to you. On the one hand, there are plain color tiles or tiles with color combinations. And on the other hand, there are themed tiles.

Among the most fashionable at the moment, it is worth mentioning for example: squares geometric patterns, squares floral patterns, vintage checks, checks arabesque patterns and original tiles made by creative makers. There is even what is called “patchwork”, i.e. a mixture of colored and patterned tiles patterns.