Outdoor tiles - what features should they have?

Although tiles can usually be found in rooms such as kitchens and bathrooms, their use is much broader. There is a special type of tile that can be used outdoors, such as on terraces, balconies, and stairs. Check what characteristics this type of tile should have.

What should I pay attention to when choosing tiles from the outside?

When choosing tiles for a terrace, balcony or staircase, you need to remember that in addition to the appearance, you need to pay attention to many very important factors, namely, the purchase of a particular type depends on them.

Outdoor tiles can perform their functions well if they have the appropriate characteristics. Of course, they should be aesthetic and match the style of other elements, but the appearance itself is not so important. Firstly, outdoor tiles should be easy to clean and non-slip, but that's not all.
When choosing a tile from the outside, it is necessary to make sure that it is made of a material with such technical parameters as:

frost resistance - its low level can cause damage and peeling of the base; frost-resistant tiles should be low-porous: this reduces the risk of damage to tiles due to freezing of water penetrating into the material,
water absorption (no more than 3%) - the higher the percentage of water absorption, the greater the risk of cracking and damage to tiles,
non-slip - marked with the symbol "R" on the tile packaging, choose those with an R10 mark or higher (the higher the numerical value, the lower the risk of falling on the floor made of them),
hardness and abrasion - tiles with hardness 5 or 6 on the Mohs scale and with grades IV and V of abrasion are considered the best.
Which tile is best suited for the exterior?
The most popular tile for outdoor use is porcelain stoneware. They are most often placed on balconies and terraces, because the material is durable, frost-resistant and slightly absorbent.

It is worth remembering that when searching for floor tiles, you need to pay special attention to its water absorption. If it exceeds 3%, the tile is not considered a terrace or balcony material. Unpolished and unglazed tiles are best suited for outdoor use because they are resistant to abrasion and scratches, as well as difficult to keep clean.

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