Ceramics can be considered as the only flooring that can be used and installed in all rooms and spaces of a building. Ceramics are usually used in kitchens and services, and they are also installed in building lobbies, entrances, and high-traffic spaces. In homes and especially in areas with hot weather, ceramics are used in the bedroom and living room due to its properties and favorable effect. Of course, it may be necessary to cover certain areas of the house with softer and warmer flooring and install a more professional and softer flooring on ceramic and use carpets, rugs, etc. for that. Tiles are made of hard materials such as stone, glass, etc. They are made at a temperature close to 1000 degrees Celsius and finally a specific glaze is placed on it.

Now, if this glaze is made of inorganic and non-mineral materials and is further baked, it is called ceramic or floor ceramic. In any case, ceramic tiles can fill each other's place and be used in different parts of the building depending on people's taste, but it is more common to choose ceramic for the floor and tile for the wall.

The following are the most important differences between ceramic tiles:

• Ceramic is thicker than tile

• The variety in the design and role of tiles is more than that of ceramics

• The design of ceramics is more colorful and shiny than tiles

• Ceramics are more resistant to environmental factors and chemicals.

1. Tiles have the property of absorbing water, and for this reason, they are not used on the floor of the building, especially in bathrooms and kitchens. (Of course, today, bathroom and toilet tiles are also produced in a way that is suitable for this environment, and if you want to use tiles in bathrooms, you can use special models)

2. The resistance of wall tiles is slightly lower than ceramic. It is also more sensitive to environmental factors and should be used mostly in closed environments and away from harmful environmental factors.

3. It is more difficult to clean the tile than the ceramic, and this is another reason why you should not use the tile as a floor covering, and it is a more suitable option for wall covering.

4. The beauty and variety of design in tiles is much more than ceramics. Of course, this option is mentioned in the list of advantages and disadvantages of ceramic tiles in general, and sometimes companies may consider more variety for their ceramics.

5. The tiles have a hard and solid surface and therefore do not attract dirt, dust, pollution and other allergens and do not hold them. When these fine particles are spilled on the ceramic floor and remain on the surface, they are easily cleaned using a sponge, cloth and brush. This action helps that the ambient air is free of harmful substances, especially for patients with shortness of breath and those who are allergic.

6. Tiles are also in the same weight range as ceramics, and from this point of view, there is not much difference between them, and this option from the list of advantages and disadvantages of ceramic tiles is the same for both.

The use of ceramics has advantages and disadvantages, which include the following:

1. Glazed ceramic floor tiles have a protective top layer that makes the ceramics impervious to water and many stains.

2. Glazed ceramic floor tiles make the ceramic naturally resistant to vandalism in environments with high humidity.

3. Ceramic flooring is extremely hard and ceramics are hard to crack. With good quality installation, ceramics will last for years. If a ceramic tile cracks or breaks under hard impact conditions, it can be easily replaced.

4. Ceramic flooring is relatively easy to maintain against dirt, stains, liquids and other harmful substances on the surface and allows you to clean it very easily with a broom, cloth, etc. Ceramic surfaces should be maintained and cleaned regularly. If the surface gets stained and colored, you can use chemical cleaners to remove the stains and don't worry about damaging the ceramic surface.

5. Ceramic tiles can be produced in combination in different patterns and designs based on design. It is also possible to print with the appearance of hardwood and natural stones in the production of ceramic tiles. Finally, ceramic tiles can be cut into different shapes, such as for working in corners.

6. Ceramic tile is one of the most affordable construction flooring materials, and its price starts from 15 thousand tomans per square meter depending on the budget and how it is installed.

7. Ceramic is extremely hard and strong and therefore easy to clean and maintain. Unfortunately, this parameter makes it a little difficult to use and stand on. Unlike flexible synthetic flooring, hard ceramic is not softened by the use of underlays and layers. This means that ceramic is not at all suitable for environments where people have to stand on it for long hours.

8. Although some ceramics retain heat well, all ceramics cool themselves in cold weather, which gives a negative feeling and shock to the fingers and soles of the feet or bare feet when entering the bathroom in the morning. The way to deal with the coldness of ceramics is to use a floor heating system in the lower layers of ceramics.

9. Some ceramic tiles are quite heavy and care must be taken to transport and install them. All ceramics need a strong and smooth floor to be installed on; Otherwise, there is a possibility of breaking and cracking in them. In other words, ceramic is not always a good option, especially for floors that do not have a proper foundation.

Today, ceramic tiles are an essential and integral part of all buildings in the world, and because of this, this industry is always evolving and growing, and you can be sure that any option that was proposed as the advantages and disadvantages of ceramic tiles may change soon.

Considering these things, you can prepare the best option that suits your needs by implementing the basic installation process, and also by using standard ceramic tile installation equipment, enjoy seeing the beautiful and durable effect of your work.