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Not always. porcelain uses a certain type of clay, where ceramic is all clay. Ceramic tiles are called porcelain when they are non-porous. Another term with the same meaning is fully vitrified. These tiles can be used outside without being damaged in frosts, when any water that had soaked in would expand and damage the tile.
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What factors did the engineers consider when designing the ceramic tiles for space shuttles?
i know two heat and price im actually doing the same ? for extra credit in science
Should you install ceramic floor or wall tiles first?
Having tiles untold bathrooms I always do the floor LAST this saves dropping tiles etc on to the nice new expensive tile. However, when tiling the walls first leave out the bottom row of wall tile (here you can place your straight edge datum, put in the floor tile then set that last row of wall tile and leave a 1/8" gap between the floor and wall tiles and fill with same water proof grout as the floor tiles have
Does buttressed mean the same thing as reinforced?
Yes, they can mean the same thing.
Is asphalt the same as blacktop?
Yes. These are two different names for the same thing.
Is switch yard and substation are same thing?
no
Is it worth paying more for porcelain tiles?
That depends how much more and how much you like the look. If on the wall, wear and tear means little. (added to original answer): Porcelain is harder and denser than ceramic tile. It will take more abuse without cracking, and can be used outdoors in harsh climates because it will withstand freeze/thaw cycles that ceramic cannot. So your answer depends on how you're going to use it. If you're putting the tile on a kitchen floor or billiards room where hard things are likely to be dropped on it, then yes, porcelain is worth paying more. But if you're installing tile on a bathroom floor, where the hardest thing to hit the floor are plastic shampoo bottles, then no - the higher price of porcelain isn't worth it unless you just happen to like the look of your porcelain choice better than a ceramic choice. There are different kinds of porcelain, too - which might make a difference when used outdoors or in rooms where there will be much heavy use. Some porcelain tiles have a dense gray body and a glazed color top coat; others are "color-through" or "color-body" porcelain - in these, the same color of the surface is the same color throughout. They cost more than glazed porcelain. If you chip a glazed porcelain tile, the gray body will show through. If you chip a color-body porcelain tile, the chipped area will likely be insignificant or nearly invisible.
Is porcelain a ceramic?
CERAMICS The word ceramic is derived from the Greek word κεραμικός (keramos). The term covers inorganic non-metallic materials which are formed by the action of heat. Up until the 1950s or so, the most important of these were the traditional clays, made into pottery, bricks, tiles and the like, along with cements and glass. Clay-based ceramics are described in the article on pottery. A composite material of ceramic and metal is known as cermet. The word ceramic can be an adjective, and can also be used as a noun to refer to a ceramic material, or a product of ceramic manufacture. Ceramics may also be used as a singular noun referring to the art of making things out of ceramic materials. The technology of manufacturing and usage of ceramic materials is part of the field of ceramic engineering. China The Chinese perfected porcelain by using kaolin, a white clay, mixing it with china stone and firing it at high temperatures. That was in the 10th century and it took another 800 years before true porcelain was developed in Europe. China, in this context, originally refered to a ceramic dinnerware coming out of the country of China which was particularly fine and exceptionally white. It was a standard of quality unknown elsewhere at the time. To answer the question then, China is a ceramic product but of a very fine quality and it should more accurately be called porcelain.
Why do wood floors feel warmer than ceramic tiles to bare feet?
The Ceramic titles draw heat away from your body faster than the wood floors. **Note: They are both the same temperature
How do you inexpensively clean paint off of older beautiful tile?
If it is vinyl tile and it's latex paint, rubbing alcohol will remove it. If it is a ceramic or porcelain tile, you can carefully scrape it off or if it is also latex paint, the same thing,,,alcohol will remove it.
How does a Radiant burner differ from a ceramic glass cooktop?
A radiant burner is made out of ceramic glass. It's essentially the same thing.
How might one apply ceramic wall tiles?
One might apply ceramic wall tiles by using either of 2 products: tile mastic or thinset mortar. The application process is the same for both products. One could use a V-notched trowel to spread some of the mortar onto the wall, covering an area just big enough to lay in about 8 tiles.
What factors did the engineers consider when designing the ceramic tiles for space shuttles?
i know two heat and price im actually doing the same ? for extra credit in science
Why was the octopus vase made?
Octopus Vases were ceramic and clay.
What is homogeneous tile?
Homogeneous TilesWith much lower water absorption rate and higher density, Homogeneous is definitely a much tougher tile compared to Ceramics tiles, and therefore more long lasting.It's surface can be polished to make it reflective shine like those of a mirror, but the ceramic can only be glazed to make it shiny and it's not as long lasting as compare to the polished surfaceThe whole piece of homogeneous is made up by the same material and therefore it can be round edged at the sides, without showing a different material beneath the tile(Ceramic tiles are made of red clay with a thin layer of "coloring" on the surface. Chamfering the edges of the tile will reveal the red base below - PVC strips will be need to cover the edges of ceramic tiles)Homogeneous tiles are generally 30 - 50% more expensive than Ceramic tiles, although polished homogeneous of bigger size may cost much more.Homogeneous tiles have almost become the choice for kitchen flooring and stove in Singaporean homes (although ceramics tiles are just as feasible).In an unlikely event of breakage due to fallen object, Homogenous will not leave a big crack line and it will not show a different material/ color beneath the surfaceBetween these 2 materials, only Homogeneous tiles will be considered for the flooring of any commercial project, as Ceramic tiles will not be able to withstand the kind of load produced by high traffic of human flow.Ceramic TilesCeramic tiles are more common and have a wider variety of colors, tones and texturesThe usual range of Ceramic tiles is inexpensiveFor a tile layer, it is a material which is easier to work with, compared to Homogeneous tiles (it does not "pop" out after few years)
Where can one find ceramic wall tiles?
Charbhuja Tiles is one of the top associations in India which is known is the Best Tiles Shop in Delhi and We are furthermore know as Best Ceramic Tile Dealers in Delhi tile suppliers, wholesalers in Delhi. In case you are searching for Tiles shop close to me your inquiry will end at our Showroom. Since we have heaps of astounding and excess variety the same. Understand more: - 09810533367
Whats the difference between Italian porcelain and Chinese porcelain tile?
I have just spent two weeks shopping for tile and have discovered Chinese porcelain tile. Many salespersons and tile installers told me there was no difference in Italian and Chinese tile. The fact is that many Italian companies have relocated to China or have subsidiaries there. One salesperson who visited a Chinese tile factory saw his Itlalian tile company representative obviously arranging to have Italian tile made in China. I decided to use Chinese porcelain tile and it will be installed in January. If I have any problems, I will post the results. Both tile installers from whom I got bids had no problem with the tile and in fact thought it was a good quality and an excellent reproduction of marble. It is cheaper than Italian tile of the same grade, but isn't everything made in China. It was the Chinese who introduced porcelain to the West many years ago and we still call fine dinnerware China, so after centuries of making porcelain dishes, what could be wrong with floor tile. ----- I have discussed the differences between the Italian, Spanish, Turkish and Chinese tiles with a number of salespeople. I am told that the Italians founded the porcelain tile and they are the most expensive. The Italian marble tiles are super expensive and ceramic tiles are not recommended for high traffic areas so the porcelain tile is an excellent choice. There are polished, glazed and matte. be sure to find out the difference and to choose what's best for you. The quality of the Spanish porcelain tiles are supposed to be of similar quality. The Turks got smart and instead of working for the Italians they began producing their own tiles and they are among the world's largest tile makers. The advanatage of tiles from these countries is that they adhere to a strict code of standards . The Turkish porcelain tiles are pof excellent quality and are less expensive that the Italian and Spanish tiles. The Italians also produce tiles in China in order to bring the cost down. These tiles also follow the same codes. The Chinese tiles can be as much as 1/2 the price of even the Turkish tiles but as they are not required to follow a code of standards, you must be careful, as they may not be as good quality. ---------------- I just had some porcelain tile installed in my shower and bathroom floor. I noticed when it chipped it was a different color underneath. Not like my porcelain tile in the kitchen and main bathroom. So when I checked a box of left over tile, it was made in China. After, comparing the 2 tiles, the more expensive ones I bought, to the ones made in China, the color does not go all the way through as does the more expensive porcelain. One of the reasons I liked porcelain tile was the color goes all the way through and if chipped, no one is the wiser. So I hope the cheap China tile holds up well and doesn't chip easily, as it will be quite noticeable. As always, you get what you pay for. NEW USER: I just used different tiles for 2 bathrooms in my house. After shopping for 3 months for tiles and designs and qualities I have learned the following information. I was looking for spanish porcelain tiles. I fell in love with Porcelanosa (one of the nicest, most unique and well known) They have the thickest and heaviest tile in the market. Their prices vary and if you find the right distributor you will get a great price. Porcelanosa is rather expensive, but their styles are 1 of a kind and their colors and textures cannot be matched or found anywhere else even remotely similar. Italian porcelain is nothing special. It is nice, and might have some beautiful designs but the spanish tiles are far better and much alike in prices. I then found an array of Chinese Porcelain. The display looked of spanish quality and honestly after learning so much about all the different kinds I can honestly say the Chinese was way too impressive to pass up on for $1.50 per sq less than Spanish tiles. The difference: Spanish tiles: Very thick, and very high quality colors and textures, it looks as if the designs are natural. The cornes and edges of the tile are fine cut and very straight and sharp. Their are no rough edges or chips on a spanish tile. Underneath a spanish reads MADE IN SPAIN. Chinese tiles: Also thick in depth and pretty designs, but they like creativity in the tile. Unlike the spanish tile you can only create a color and design, not a theme. Spanish tiles look very European and mdoern designed. The Chinese tiles are great for a bathroom with modern furniture but cannot create a theme. They mock a European look but for the few extra $$ you will get European taste and theme with the spanish tiles. The Chinese tiles are a little bit easier to cut and a few percent more delicate and can chip away if not cut professionaly. For the price difference I would recommend the Chinese tiles without thinking twice. If you want to spend the extra money then you will appreciate the spanish tiles more. Use Porcelanosa spanish tiles and you will not go wrong. In my opinion The Chinese tiles are not bad. The Italian tiles are too thin and are just as delicate as Chinese tiles. No difference and the Chinese are less in price. If you would like to see photos, contact me. Thanks R
What are square tiles?
They are tiles whose length is the same as their breadth.
