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All you need to know about Vitrified Tiles

by Sakar Granito (India) Private Limited Tile Manufacturer & Exporter
The evolved version of ceramic tiles, i.e., Vitrified Tiles are now widespread because of its attractive appearance. Not only residentials but public buildings and corporate spaces are also getting inspired towards using Vitrified tiles. "Vitrified tiles are the type of ceramic tiles with low porosity. The vitrified tiles are a glass-like substance made using the process of vitrification (providing heat exposure)" says one of the famous vitrified tile manufacturers of Morbi Gujarat. Let us know some common FAQs about Vitrified tiles to identify its properties and uses in detail.

Composition:

What is Vitrified Tile made up of?
Vitrified tiles, as mentioned above, are a glass-like substance that is composed of a mixture that includes- silica, clay, feldspar, and quartz. And this mixture is further baked in heat where the elements of the mixture start fusing to form a glass type product.

Where can one use Vitrified Tiles?
Most oftendue to its sizeable sized area, it is widely used for outdoors. But nowadays, a trend of using vitrified tiles for indoors is also pleasing to everyone. But its characteristics are suitable for areas where the floor is likely wet in comparison to other regions. So, people try to use vitrified tiles in the kitchen or bathroom.

What is the texture and look of Vitrified Tiles?
Having an artificial look compared to ceramic tiles, vitrified tiles on the other side are glossy and smooth. It provides an aesthetic look, and it is comparatively easier to clean than other clays.“However, the glossy and glazing surface needs to be given with manual polishing," says GVT Tile Manufacturers from Morbi Gujarat.

Strengths and properties of Vitrified Tiles.
Compared to ceramic tiles, the durability of vitrified tiles is more. The flexural strength and breaking strength are low but are stronger than ceramic tiles. Generally, the flexural strength is 22N/mm2, and low breaking strength is 200N.

The water absorption capacity is negligible due to its non-porous surface. So, it is mostly used in wet areas And as its water absorption is less, the frost resistance capacity is high compared to ceramic tiles. Resistance to scratches is more favorable, and staining is easier to remove due to its glossy finish and low porosity texture. Besides, there are no effects of sunlight, and the color of tiles will remain intact till long.

The maintenance and installation processesare straightforward and don't require any complicated procedures. But the manufacturing and material designing needs to be done by experts to avoid the chances of accidents. There are many vitrified tiles manufacturers in Morbi Gujarat, who are famous for the high-quality manufacturing of vitrified tiles.

You can count upon SakarMarbo one of the prominent manufacturers of digital glazed vitrified tiles. Our manufacturing also includes digital prints crafted on glaze coating to develop aesthetically appealing designs. Contact us to know more about our manufacturing processto designelegant spaces indoors and outdoors.

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