Porcelain

General Information

Porcelain is a fine yet strong and translucent ceramic. It is vitreous and resistant to dirt and stains. Due to porcelain's density, tiles made from this material have a low absorption rate, making it a hygienic material. Its vast qualities make them suitable for flooring, walls, tableware, toilets, and decorative pieces. It is also highly resistant to the passage of electricity making it great for insulation.

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Porcelain is made with china stone and kaolin which is a fine white clay that is first fired at a low temp. and then fired again at a higher temp. Kaolin comes from a decomposition substance of granite feldspar while china stone can be found in one area of Cornwall in the UK. This mixture is finely ground, pressed, and fired at an extremely high temperature. 

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Porcelain tile should be installed on a clean, level, and rigid floor. When laying the tile, start at the center of the room and leave enough packing for grout joints. Spacers help with straight grout lines.

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Porcelain tiles are easily cleaned with common household materials but typically only need water and a soft sponge. Constant exposure to solar rays does not change its color.