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Different Types Of Designer Tiles

by Simon Johnson Picture Tiles

Tiling is an essential part of home improvement. They are used not only for augmenting the looks of your walls and floors, but they also act as a solid protective covering that can keep your structures safe from dampness, fungus, dust, and temperature variations. While you are undertaking a tiling project for your home or office, you need to know that different types of tiles are used for different purpose. They vary in terms of durability, installation, texture, and appearance. In this article, we will be covering some of the latest types of tiling that are popularly used for decorating homes, apartments, and offices

Painted tiles

Although painted tiles have been around for quite some time, they have become more popular in the past few years owing to their innovative designs and special features. These tiles are painted with a wide range of designs and patterns. They also come as a set where a group of tiles is fixed together to depict a big painting or a portrait. These types of tiles are also popularly known as picture tiles. These pictures are drawn or printed using various techniques and depending on the method used they vary in terms of quality, precision, and pricing.  Based on the material used, picture tiles can be classified into various types like ceramic tiles, glass tiles, Terracotta tiles etc.  You can also find hand painted tiles that are more expensive than the printed ones.

Textured tiles

Textured tiles have different types of attractive textures that are etched on their surface using various machine tools. You can find a wide range of designs under this category. These textures may have multiple colors and varying levels of sharpness. Sometimes painted tiles are further enhanced using textures to bring a more realistic effect. Popular textures are the ones that provide a natural look to the tiles. For instance, textures that resemble rocky surfaces and bricks are some of the most popular designs in this group. And if you look for high-quality picture tiles UK you can find several finely textured varieties. However, they are rather expensive compared to the ordinary printed tiles available in the market.

Carved tiles

These tiles have a quite unique look as they are carved using special equipments. Various attractive designs are carved out on their surfaces. For this reason, they are mainly used for decoration purposes. It is important to note that, various types of materials are used to make such tiles. Sometimes the surface material is different from the base material. For easy carving, several tile makers make use of clay or similar material on the surface of ceramic tiles. Such tiling can copiously add to the aesthetic value of an interior but they are expensive and also require regular cleaning and dusting. This is the reason why most homeowners prefer picture tiles UK over carved ones. 

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