Porcelain or ceramic tile flooring: Which is best?

You’ve probably been hearing a lot about porcelain tile flooring lately. So, you might be wondering if that’s better than ceramic.

Well, that’s best answered with another question. How are you going to use it?

How porcelain tile behaves differently

First, know that porcelain is a type of ceramic. Anything that includes clay in its composition is considered a ceramic, even if that composition also includes sand and glass.

Actually, porcelain does contain sand and glass, as well as kaolin, a non-absorbent clay. It’s also fired at higher temperatures than other ceramics.

As a result, it is heavier, more dense, and great for floors, making tile flooring a great choice in busy, highly trafficked rooms like the kitchen. Since the clay is non-absorbent, it can also be used outside on the patio, deck, and poolside floors.

As beautiful as it is hard-wearing

Porcelain comes in many colors and styles. It can be made to look like anything, including fabric and leather; in fact, it’s often preferred for wood and stone looks.

Large format tiles are trending. Porcelain tile flooring can go as big as 24-square and can be glazed or unglazed.

About ceramic tile

Choose the right category, and you'll have long-lasting beauty. The professionals in our showroom will help you find the right tile in St. Croix Falls, WI.

In a nutshell, ceramic tiles include:

1.The 4 X 4 square: highly designed, often glazed, thinner, but durable. Best for indoor moderately trafficked rooms, countertops, and backsplashes.

2.Mosaics: Trending for bathroom floors.

3.Terracotta bricks: can be used indoors or out. Highly durable.

4.Subway tiles: Best for indoor, low-traffic rooms.

Premier flooring sources in the area

Love design? You’ll love tile flooring! Since 1979, the professionals at Cascade Flooring have been helping people express their personal style with flooring.

When you visit our tile flooring store, you’ll find a wide assortment of colors and designs, such as Revalia or Retro Rounds by Daltile. Visit us today in St. Croix Falls, WI, especially if you live or work in St. Croix Falls, Balsam Lake, Taylors Falls, Osceola, or Amery.