Definition Of porcelain tile
Most ceramists would consider the following material-based definition: a tough white body containing any triaxial combination of quartz, clay, and feldspar that is fired at temperatures ranging from 1200 to 1400-degrees Celcius. Many porcelain tile products fit this description; however, the ceramic tile industry has a broader definition, one that generally describes porcelain as being any ceramic tile that is impervious, regardless of composition. Often, porcelain tiles are formed by pressing light-colored clay that contains minimal impurities and are rich in kaolinite. However, porcelain tile can also be extruded, and can even consist of red clay, so long as the water absorption of the fired product is less than 0.5%.
What is the difference between Vitrified tiles and porcelain tile?
Vitrified tiles are unglazed tiles. Their polish is achieved by very hard materials and they are very very strong and durable, whereas porcelano tiles are glazed tiles and their durability is as good as the durability of the glaze applied over them. And glaze are not hard and scratch resistant as the vitrified tiles. |
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