Why Choose Thin Porcelain Tiles?

A few years ago, a new trend appeared in the tiles showrooms: the thin tiles. They are made in ceramic, and their weight is two times lighter than a standard tile.Get more news about Thin Porcelain Tile,you can vist our website!

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Until recently, floor tiles have been 8 to 12mm thick and tiles less than 7.5mm were not intended for floors. However, tiles engineered to be thinner have now entered the marketplace. Made of porcelain, they are being marketed as “thin tiles.” Are they the same as their thicker brethren, except thinner? Being thinner they take fewer resources to manufacture and ship, but where and when can they be used?
What are Thin Tiles?
There are three categories of products being promoted as thin tiles. All three are 6mm or less, but there are important differences between them.

In the first category, tiles are formed using the traditional dust pressing methodology. Such products are similar to traditional pressed porcelain tiles, except they are only 5 to 6mm thick and have a lower breaking strength.

In the second category, tiles are formed using a lamina process. Lamina tile products are produced in large, thin ceramic sheets, from which individual tiles can be cut. They are 3 to 4mm thick, are much lower in strength, and bend sufficiently to be installed on curved surfaces.

In the third category of thin tiles, lamina products are reinforced with backing materials. These backing materials are fiberglass or polymeric materials woven into a reinforcing mesh. Fused directly to the back of the lamina products with epoxy or other resin adhesives, the reinforced lamina tiles can be bent further and better resist breakage.
Porcelain panels are unique and versatile building materials that are available in extra large formats and thicknesses. Panels are sized up to 5’x10’ with 3mm-5mm thicknesses for walls and floors, and 12mm thicknesses for countertops. Our designers can help you transform your home using thin porcelain clay tiles that are easy to install, eco-friendly, and guaranteed to last. We carry a unique selection, including products from Florida Tile, Cotto d’Este, and Florim.