Is there any difference between indoor and outdoor porcelain tiles?
There are only a few landscaping materials on the market that you can use both outdoors and indoors. One of those is porcelain. Porcea Stone's collection of porcelain tiles is exceptionally hardwearing and can add versatile beauty to your home. Moreover, they don't need sealing or polishing and are highly resistant to staining and scratching; enabling you to use our outdoor porcelain tiles anywhere on your property.
If you've finally decided to use porcelain for your home, you are making the right choice. But which tiles should you use outdoors and which are perfect for indoor use? Keep on reading to find out.
Tile Thickness
The thickness of indoor porcelain tiles is usually 1cm, while outdoor porcelain pavers are 2cm to 3cm in thickness.
When installed correctly, thicker tiles are less likely to break even with vehicular traffic. Porsche Stone’soutdoor porcelain tiles are time and weather-tested to be exposed to various weather conditions, from the sun's heat to frigid temperatures.
Our products, such as Porcea Grigio and Porcea Greige, are available for both indoor and outdoor applications.
Texture
When looking for an outdoor porcelain paver, choose a tile with a textured surface. The feature helps resist slips and falls. Rugged porcelain tiles can help prevent accidents, especially during the rainy months. Having friction under your feet will make your pool or outdoor living area safer for the entire family. Porcea Coast, with its sandblasted texture finish, makes it highly slip resistant for pool decks and high pedestrian traffic areas.
Meanwhile, textured porcelain tiles for indoor use are an option for appearance and aesthetic purposes.
Indoor porcelain tiles are usually more of a matte finish and are considered non-structured. This means they are less bumpy to the touch and can be either glossy or matte, however they will be slippery when wet. These types of porcelain tiles are more suitable for indoor kitchens and bathrooms. For areas that will be exposed to more water and bare feet, such as an indoor pool, many clients will opt for an outdoor porcelain tile from Porcea Stone’s Elite Collection.
Slip Ratings
Porcelain tiles undergo a testing method to determine its traction and slip resistant attributes. The slip rating of tiles can help you determine which is more suitable for your landscaping projects.
An outdoor porcelain has a higher slip rating of R11 or R12. Indoor porcelain typically has a rating of R9 or R10. Porcea Stone porcelain tiles have great traction, a DCOF (dynamic coefficient of skid resistance), and slip resistance ratings that exceed R11.
All of Porcea Stone’s outdoor collection is designed with a minimum anti-slip rating of R11, making it suitable for landscape architects to specify on commercial and residential applications.
Glaze
Outdoor porcelain should be resistant to frost and unglazed. These attributes can help prevent slipping accidents, withstand freeze-thaw cycles during winter seasons without cracking, and sustain everyday wear and tear. Our Elite Collection of outdoor porcelain tiles go through rigorous testing in Scandinavian countries, where temperatures range from -40°C to +40°C.
Depending on your preference, you can use both glazed and unglazed porcelain inside your home.
Grout Used
The purpose of grout is to fill the spaces between the tiles to keep moisture and dirt out. Keep in mind that the finished product will last longer if the grouting is done the right way.
Grout for indoor tiling are available in numerous varieties. However, you need to be mindful when choosing a grout for your outdoor area. Make sure to choose a grout rated for exterior use. Premixed and cement grouts are the recommended options for exterior surfaces. Always consult our Porcea Stone Installation Guide as a reference, however it is based on the guidance of your contractor or installer which product to use for your specific project application and area. Site conditions will vary often and require proper drainage to ensure a long-lasting installation.
Designing With Porcea Stone Porcelain Tiles
There is a plethora of design opportunities with Porcea Stone porcelain outdoor and indoor tiles. A good example is wood. It is likely it'll be challenging to find a wood flooring for your patio that will also look great in your dining area. But that is not the case with Porcea Ash Timber.
What's more, we have a wide array of premium porcelain tiles you can choose. That means, you don't have to repeat a design or two across an entire area. Our collection ranges from porcelain that replicate the look of natural stones such as Porcea Seashell which appears similar to a Turkish natural stone, and also porcelain tiles that imitate the appearance of concrete like Porcea Almond.
Choosing the perfect outdoor or indoor porcelain for your landscaping project can be overwhelming. Our expert team is just a click and a phone call away to answer all questions you have in mind.
Is there any difference between indoor and outdoor porcelain tiles?
There are only a few landscaping materials on the market that you can use both outdoors and indoors. One of those is porcelain. Porcea Stone's collection of porcelain tiles is exceptionally hardwearing and can add versatile beauty to your home. Moreover, they don't need sealing or polishing and are highly resistant to staining and scratching; enabling you to use our outdoor porcelain tiles anywhere on your property.
If you've finally decided to use porcelain for your home, you are making the right choice. But which tiles should you use outdoors and which are perfect for indoor use? Keep on reading to find out.
Tile Thickness
The thickness of indoor porcelain tiles is usually 1cm, while outdoor porcelain pavers are 2cm to 3cm in thickness.
When installed correctly, thicker tiles are less likely to break even with vehicular traffic. Porsche Stone’soutdoor porcelain tiles are time and weather-tested to be exposed to various weather conditions, from the sun's heat to frigid temperatures.
Our products, such as Porcea Grigio and Porcea Greige, are available for both indoor and outdoor applications.
Texture
When looking for an outdoor porcelain paver, choose a tile with a textured surface. The feature helps resist slips and falls. Rugged porcelain tiles can help prevent accidents, especially during the rainy months. Having friction under your feet will make your pool or outdoor living area safer for the entire family. Porcea Coast, with its sandblasted texture finish, makes it highly slip resistant for pool decks and high pedestrian traffic areas.
Meanwhile, textured porcelain tiles for indoor use are an option for appearance and aesthetic purposes.
Indoor porcelain tiles are usually more of a matte finish and are considered non-structured. This means they are less bumpy to the touch and can be either glossy or matte, however they will be slippery when wet. These types of porcelain tiles are more suitable for indoor kitchens and bathrooms. For areas that will be exposed to more water and bare feet, such as an indoor pool, many clients will opt for an outdoor porcelain tile from Porcea Stone’s Elite Collection.
Slip Ratings
Porcelain tiles undergo a testing method to determine its traction and slip resistant attributes. The slip rating of tiles can help you determine which is more suitable for your landscaping projects.
An outdoor porcelain has a higher slip rating of R11 or R12. Indoor porcelain typically has a rating of R9 or R10. Porcea Stone porcelain tiles have great traction, a DCOF (dynamic coefficient of skid resistance), and slip resistance ratings that exceed R11.
All of Porcea Stone’s outdoor collection is designed with a minimum anti-slip rating of R11, making it suitable for landscape architects to specify on commercial and residential applications.
Glaze
Outdoor porcelain should be resistant to frost and unglazed. These attributes can help prevent slipping accidents, withstand freeze-thaw cycles during winter seasons without cracking, and sustain everyday wear and tear. Our Elite Collection of outdoor porcelain tiles go through rigorous testing in Scandinavian countries, where temperatures range from -40°C to +40°C.
Depending on your preference, you can use both glazed and unglazed porcelain inside your home.
Grout Used
The purpose of grout is to fill the spaces between the tiles to keep moisture and dirt out. Keep in mind that the finished product will last longer if the grouting is done the right way.
Grout for indoor tiling are available in numerous varieties. However, you need to be mindful when choosing a grout for your outdoor area. Make sure to choose a grout rated for exterior use. Premixed and cement grouts are the recommended options for exterior surfaces. Always consult our Porcea Stone Installation Guide as a reference, however it is based on the guidance of your contractor or installer which product to use for your specific project application and area. Site conditions will vary often and require proper drainage to ensure a long-lasting installation.
Designing With Porcea Stone Porcelain Tiles
There is a plethora of design opportunities with Porcea Stone porcelain outdoor and indoor tiles. A good example is wood. It is likely it'll be challenging to find a wood flooring for your patio that will also look great in your dining area. But that is not the case with Porcea Ash Timber.
What's more, we have a wide array of premium porcelain tiles you can choose. That means, you don't have to repeat a design or two across an entire area. Our collection ranges from porcelain that replicate the look of natural stones such as Porcea Seashell which appears similar to a Turkish natural stone, and also porcelain tiles that imitate the appearance of concrete like Porcea Almond.
Choosing the perfect outdoor or indoor porcelain for your landscaping project can be overwhelming. Our expert team is just a click and a phone call away to answer all questions you have in mind.
Is there any difference between indoor and outdoor porcelain tiles?
There are only a few landscaping materials on the market that you can use both outdoors and indoors. One of those is porcelain. Porcea Stone's collection of porcelain tiles is exceptionally hardwearing and can add versatile beauty to your home. Moreover, they don't need sealing or polishing and are highly resistant to staining and scratching; enabling you to use our outdoor porcelain tiles anywhere on your property.
If you've finally decided to use porcelain for your home, you are making the right choice. But which tiles should you use outdoors and which are perfect for indoor use? Keep on reading to find out.
Tile Thickness
The thickness of indoor porcelain tiles is usually 1cm, while outdoor porcelain pavers are 2cm to 3cm in thickness.
When installed correctly, thicker tiles are less likely to break even with vehicular traffic. Porsche Stone’soutdoor porcelain tiles are time and weather-tested to be exposed to various weather conditions, from the sun's heat to frigid temperatures.
Our products, such as Porcea Grigio and Porcea Greige, are available for both indoor and outdoor applications.
Texture
When looking for an outdoor porcelain paver, choose a tile with a textured surface. The feature helps resist slips and falls. Rugged porcelain tiles can help prevent accidents, especially during the rainy months. Having friction under your feet will make your pool or outdoor living area safer for the entire family. Porcea Coast, with its sandblasted texture finish, makes it highly slip resistant for pool decks and high pedestrian traffic areas.
Meanwhile, textured porcelain tiles for indoor use are an option for appearance and aesthetic purposes.
Indoor porcelain tiles are usually more of a matte finish and are considered non-structured. This means they are less bumpy to the touch and can be either glossy or matte, however they will be slippery when wet. These types of porcelain tiles are more suitable for indoor kitchens and bathrooms. For areas that will be exposed to more water and bare feet, such as an indoor pool, many clients will opt for an outdoor porcelain tile from Porcea Stone’s Elite Collection.
Slip Ratings
Porcelain tiles undergo a testing method to determine its traction and slip resistant attributes. The slip rating of tiles can help you determine which is more suitable for your landscaping projects.
An outdoor porcelain has a higher slip rating of R11 or R12. Indoor porcelain typically has a rating of R9 or R10. Porcea Stone porcelain tiles have great traction, a DCOF (dynamic coefficient of skid resistance), and slip resistance ratings that exceed R11.
All of Porcea Stone’s outdoor collection is designed with a minimum anti-slip rating of R11, making it suitable for landscape architects to specify on commercial and residential applications.
Glaze
Outdoor porcelain should be resistant to frost and unglazed. These attributes can help prevent slipping accidents, withstand freeze-thaw cycles during winter seasons without cracking, and sustain everyday wear and tear. Our Elite Collection of outdoor porcelain tiles go through rigorous testing in Scandinavian countries, where temperatures range from -40°C to +40°C.
Depending on your preference, you can use both glazed and unglazed porcelain inside your home.
Grout Used
The purpose of grout is to fill the spaces between the tiles to keep moisture and dirt out. Keep in mind that the finished product will last longer if the grouting is done the right way.
Grout for indoor tiling are available in numerous varieties. However, you need to be mindful when choosing a grout for your outdoor area. Make sure to choose a grout rated for exterior use. Premixed and cement grouts are the recommended options for exterior surfaces. Always consult our Porcea Stone Installation Guide as a reference, however it is based on the guidance of your contractor or installer which product to use for your specific project application and area. Site conditions will vary often and require proper drainage to ensure a long-lasting installation.
Designing With Porcea Stone Porcelain Tiles
There is a plethora of design opportunities with Porcea Stone porcelain outdoor and indoor tiles. A good example is wood. It is likely it'll be challenging to find a wood flooring for your patio that will also look great in your dining area. But that is not the case with Porcea Ash Timber.
What's more, we have a wide array of premium porcelain tiles you can choose. That means, you don't have to repeat a design or two across an entire area. Our collection ranges from porcelain that replicate the look of natural stones such as Porcea Seashell which appears similar to a Turkish natural stone, and also porcelain tiles that imitate the appearance of concrete like Porcea Almond.
Choosing the perfect outdoor or indoor porcelain for your landscaping project can be overwhelming. Our expert team is just a click and a phone call away to answer all questions you have in mind.
Is there any difference between indoor and outdoor porcelain tiles?
There are only a few landscaping materials on the market that you can use both outdoors and indoors. One of those is porcelain. Porcea Stone's collection of porcelain tiles is exceptionally hardwearing and can add versatile beauty to your home. Moreover, they don't need sealing or polishing and are highly resistant to staining and scratching; enabling you to use our outdoor porcelain tiles anywhere on your property.
If you've finally decided to use porcelain for your home, you are making the right choice. But which tiles should you use outdoors and which are perfect for indoor use? Keep on reading to find out.
Tile Thickness
The thickness of indoor porcelain tiles is usually 1cm, while outdoor porcelain pavers are 2cm to 3cm in thickness.
When installed correctly, thicker tiles are less likely to break even with vehicular traffic. Porsche Stone’soutdoor porcelain tiles are time and weather-tested to be exposed to various weather conditions, from the sun's heat to frigid temperatures.
Our products, such as Porcea Grigio and Porcea Greige, are available for both indoor and outdoor applications.
Texture
When looking for an outdoor porcelain paver, choose a tile with a textured surface. The feature helps resist slips and falls. Rugged porcelain tiles can help prevent accidents, especially during the rainy months. Having friction under your feet will make your pool or outdoor living area safer for the entire family. Porcea Coast, with its sandblasted texture finish, makes it highly slip resistant for pool decks and high pedestrian traffic areas.
Meanwhile, textured porcelain tiles for indoor use are an option for appearance and aesthetic purposes.
Indoor porcelain tiles are usually more of a matte finish and are considered non-structured. This means they are less bumpy to the touch and can be either glossy or matte, however they will be slippery when wet. These types of porcelain tiles are more suitable for indoor kitchens and bathrooms. For areas that will be exposed to more water and bare feet, such as an indoor pool, many clients will opt for an outdoor porcelain tile from Porcea Stone’s Elite Collection.
Slip Ratings
Porcelain tiles undergo a testing method to determine its traction and slip resistant attributes. The slip rating of tiles can help you determine which is more suitable for your landscaping projects.
An outdoor porcelain has a higher slip rating of R11 or R12. Indoor porcelain typically has a rating of R9 or R10. Porcea Stone porcelain tiles have great traction, a DCOF (dynamic coefficient of skid resistance), and slip resistance ratings that exceed R11.
All of Porcea Stone’s outdoor collection is designed with a minimum anti-slip rating of R11, making it suitable for landscape architects to specify on commercial and residential applications.
Glaze
Outdoor porcelain should be resistant to frost and unglazed. These attributes can help prevent slipping accidents, withstand freeze-thaw cycles during winter seasons without cracking, and sustain everyday wear and tear. Our Elite Collection of outdoor porcelain tiles go through rigorous testing in Scandinavian countries, where temperatures range from -40°C to +40°C.
Depending on your preference, you can use both glazed and unglazed porcelain inside your home.
Grout Used
The purpose of grout is to fill the spaces between the tiles to keep moisture and dirt out. Keep in mind that the finished product will last longer if the grouting is done the right way.
Grout for indoor tiling are available in numerous varieties. However, you need to be mindful when choosing a grout for your outdoor area. Make sure to choose a grout rated for exterior use. Premixed and cement grouts are the recommended options for exterior surfaces. Always consult our Porcea Stone Installation Guide as a reference, however it is based on the guidance of your contractor or installer which product to use for your specific project application and area. Site conditions will vary often and require proper drainage to ensure a long-lasting installation.
Designing With Porcea Stone Porcelain Tiles
There is a plethora of design opportunities with Porcea Stone porcelain outdoor and indoor tiles. A good example is wood. It is likely it'll be challenging to find a wood flooring for your patio that will also look great in your dining area. But that is not the case with Porcea Ash Timber.
What's more, we have a wide array of premium porcelain tiles you can choose. That means, you don't have to repeat a design or two across an entire area. Our collection ranges from porcelain that replicate the look of natural stones such as Porcea Seashell which appears similar to a Turkish natural stone, and also porcelain tiles that imitate the appearance of concrete like Porcea Almond.
Choosing the perfect outdoor or indoor porcelain for your landscaping project can be overwhelming. Our expert team is just a click and a phone call away to answer all questions you have in mind.
Is there any difference between indoor and outdoor porcelain tiles?
There are only a few landscaping materials on the market that you can use both outdoors and indoors. One of those is porcelain. Porcea Stone's collection of porcelain tiles is exceptionally hardwearing and can add versatile beauty to your home. Moreover, they don't need sealing or polishing and are highly resistant to staining and scratching; enabling you to use our outdoor porcelain tiles anywhere on your property.
If you've finally decided to use porcelain for your home, you are making the right choice. But which tiles should you use outdoors and which are perfect for indoor use? Keep on reading to find out.
Tile Thickness
The thickness of indoor porcelain tiles is usually 1cm, while outdoor porcelain pavers are 2cm to 3cm in thickness.
When installed correctly, thicker tiles are less likely to break even with vehicular traffic. Porsche Stone’soutdoor porcelain tiles are time and weather-tested to be exposed to various weather conditions, from the sun's heat to frigid temperatures.
Our products, such as Porcea Grigio and Porcea Greige, are available for both indoor and outdoor applications.
Texture
When looking for an outdoor porcelain paver, choose a tile with a textured surface. The feature helps resist slips and falls. Rugged porcelain tiles can help prevent accidents, especially during the rainy months. Having friction under your feet will make your pool or outdoor living area safer for the entire family. Porcea Coast, with its sandblasted texture finish, makes it highly slip resistant for pool decks and high pedestrian traffic areas.
Meanwhile, textured porcelain tiles for indoor use are an option for appearance and aesthetic purposes.
Indoor porcelain tiles are usually more of a matte finish and are considered non-structured. This means they are less bumpy to the touch and can be either glossy or matte, however they will be slippery when wet. These types of porcelain tiles are more suitable for indoor kitchens and bathrooms. For areas that will be exposed to more water and bare feet, such as an indoor pool, many clients will opt for an outdoor porcelain tile from Porcea Stone’s Elite Collection.
Slip Ratings
Porcelain tiles undergo a testing method to determine its traction and slip resistant attributes. The slip rating of tiles can help you determine which is more suitable for your landscaping projects.
An outdoor porcelain has a higher slip rating of R11 or R12. Indoor porcelain typically has a rating of R9 or R10. Porcea Stone porcelain tiles have great traction, a DCOF (dynamic coefficient of skid resistance), and slip resistance ratings that exceed R11.
All of Porcea Stone’s outdoor collection is designed with a minimum anti-slip rating of R11, making it suitable for landscape architects to specify on commercial and residential applications.
Glaze
Outdoor porcelain should be resistant to frost and unglazed. These attributes can help prevent slipping accidents, withstand freeze-thaw cycles during winter seasons without cracking, and sustain everyday wear and tear. Our Elite Collection of outdoor porcelain tiles go through rigorous testing in Scandinavian countries, where temperatures range from -40°C to +40°C.
Depending on your preference, you can use both glazed and unglazed porcelain inside your home.
Grout Used
The purpose of grout is to fill the spaces between the tiles to keep moisture and dirt out. Keep in mind that the finished product will last longer if the grouting is done the right way.
Grout for indoor tiling are available in numerous varieties. However, you need to be mindful when choosing a grout for your outdoor area. Make sure to choose a grout rated for exterior use. Premixed and cement grouts are the recommended options for exterior surfaces. Always consult our Porcea Stone Installation Guide as a reference, however it is based on the guidance of your contractor or installer which product to use for your specific project application and area. Site conditions will vary often and require proper drainage to ensure a long-lasting installation.
Designing With Porcea Stone Porcelain Tiles
There is a plethora of design opportunities with Porcea Stone porcelain outdoor and indoor tiles. A good example is wood. It is likely it'll be challenging to find a wood flooring for your patio that will also look great in your dining area. But that is not the case with Porcea Ash Timber.
What's more, we have a wide array of premium porcelain tiles you can choose. That means, you don't have to repeat a design or two across an entire area. Our collection ranges from porcelain that replicate the look of natural stones such as Porcea Seashell which appears similar to a Turkish natural stone, and also porcelain tiles that imitate the appearance of concrete like Porcea Almond.
Choosing the perfect outdoor or indoor porcelain for your landscaping project can be overwhelming. Our expert team is just a click and a phone call away to answer all questions you have in mind.
