subject: Choosing the Perfect Floor Tiles [print this page] Choosing the floor tiles has always been a difficult task for everyone who wants to decorate their home in a unique manner. It takes some time to cover all aspects like what size and type will suit your requirements and how much you have to spend on the task of decoration.
First we will consider the size. With larger floor tiles you need a lot less grout which makes the tiles much quicker to lay and easier to keep clean and maintain. With larger tiles, you also have the advantage of fewer tiles. While this will not save you money, it does make laying them much less prone to error.
Before opting for large tiles, you should ensure that your floor is completely flat. Even a minor irregularity in the floor will leave corners of larger tiles protruding from the floor. So you know how large your tiles are going to be.
Now have a look at different types of tiles. Today, porcelain and ceramic tiles have become the most popular choices among the masses. They come in a wide range of different colours, sizes and shapes. Their durability and prices also make them the first choice for the users. Hard glaze finished ceramic tiles are a better choice if you are tiling a wet area.
If you are seeking for that sparkly ultra clean look then you may be interested in glass tiles. They are very easy to clean and maintain, although as easy as dirt comes off, so do feet when they are wet. If placing these on your bathroom floor invest in some non-slip mats or you could be left with a bump on your head and a broken shower curtain.
The cost is considered to be one of the most important factors while choosing your tiles. As noted above, Porcelain and Ceramic tiles are the most cost effective tiles, available in hundreds, if not thousands of styles, colours and shapes, you can pay as little as 9p per tile to over 15 per tile.
In comparison to ceramic and porcelain tiles, glass tiles are slightly more expensive. The prices of other tiles vary from reasonable to very expensive. You can compare the prices over the internet or going to your local tile retailer.
Along with the high cost of purchasing and installing these tiles, you should also expect to spend a bit on maintaining them if you want to keep them looking their best.
It is always worth a bit of bartering while buying your Floor tiles, often, you will find that the listed price is not the best that the outlet can do. A plenty of stores sell off end of line tiles for much cheaper than the listed price. There is nothing wrong with end of line tiles and you can save a packet.
