Advantages and disadvantages of porcelain glazed tiles-Foshan TaoTaoYi Building Materials Co., Ltd

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Advantages and disadvantages of porcelain glazed tiles

Analysis of the Advantages and Disadvantages of Porcelain Glazed Tiles

Advantages

Strong Decorativeness
- Rich Colors Surface glaze can achieve various colors, gloss (such as matte, bright) and pattern effects through the process, which can flexibly match the decoration style (such as modern simplicity, retro luxury, etc.) of spaces such as swimming pools and bathrooms.
- Delicate Texture The glazed surface is smooth and flat, with a clean and tidy visual effect, enhancing the grade of the space.
Stable Performance
- Low Water Absorption Rate The porcelain substrate has a dense structure, and the water absorption rate is usually below 0.5%, with strong impermeability, and it is not easy to expand or crack due to long-term soaking or humid environment, especially suitable for humid environments such as swimming pools and kitchens.
- Good Corrosion Resistance The glaze forms a protective layer that can resist the erosion of chlorine and acidic and alkaline substances in the water, extending the service life and making it suitable for swimming pool water environments.
Easy to Clean and Maintain
- The smooth glaze surface does not easily absorb stains (such as scale and dust), and can be wiped clean with water or ordinary cleaning agents for daily use, with low maintenance costs.
Higher Hardness
- The porcelain body is fired at high temperature, and the hardness can reach about Mohs 6, with good wear resistance, and can withstand daily trampling and minor impacts, and is not easy to wear or break.

Disadvantages

Anti-slip Performance Needs Attention
- Glossy glazed tiles have poor anti-slip performance The coefficient of friction of glossy glazed surfaces is reduced in humid environments (such as swimming pool sides and bathrooms), making it easy to slip. Careful selection or anti-slip treatment (such as grooves, matte glaze) should be considered.
- Additional Processing Required in Some Scenarios If used on swimming pool floors or slopes, priority should be given to Matte glaze or products with anti-slip textures, or enhance safety through post-application of anti-slip agents.
Wear Resistance Limitations
- Although the hardness is high, the glaze is a glass layer, and long-term scratching by sharp objects (such as metal tools and gravel) may cause scratches, affecting the appearance.
Sensitive to Thermal Expansion and Contraction
- Porcelain tiles have high thermal conductivity. In outdoor swimming pools, under extreme temperature differences (such as summer sun exposure and winter low temperatures), thermal expansion and contraction may cause the glaze to crack or fall off. Expansion joints should be reserved and the base layer should be properly treated.
Difficult Repair
- If the glaze is damaged (such as cracking or chipping), it is difficult to repair locally, and usually the whole piece needs to be replaced, which is costly and may lead to color difference problems (especially when old bricks are discontinued).
Heavy Weight
- Porcelain tiles have high density and weight, and the requirements for the load-bearing capacity of the wall or floor base are high. High-strength adhesives (such as tile adhesive) should be used during pasting, increasing the construction cost.

Suggested Application Scenarios

Recommended Scenarios Indoor swimming pool walls, home bathroom walls, kitchen walls, non-outdoor floors (such as indoor corridors), etc., where high decorative and waterproof requirements are needed.
Cautious Scenarios Outdoor swimming pool floors, high-frequency friction areas (such as public swimming pool entrances), children's activity areas, etc., should prioritize anti-slip and wear-resistant models or use other anti-slip materials (such as anti-slip mats).

By reasonably selecting the glaze type (matte/glossy) and construction process, the decorativeness and functionality of porcelain glazed tiles can be effectively balanced, so that they can achieve the best effect in humid environments.

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