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	Choosing Bathroom Tiles

If you have been thinking about redesigning your bathroom or want to make it look new, then you can think about including tiles in your design. These tiles look good on the floor, walls and in the shower. They are found in vibrant array of styles and designs so you have various options to select from and there will surely be something to fit your bathroom decor plans. Ceramic tiles are the oldest tiles used throughout the world and are great means of including some texture and pattern to your bathroom.

There are variety of ceramic tiles sold in the market. First there are glazed ceramic tiles that are right for bathroom walls and work surfaces or countertops. As this tile becomes very slippery when wet and hence should be your last choice for a bathroom floor. The tile is manufactured using clay and water and then "fired" or baked to make it harder. After it is over, it is provided with a colored glaze for a glossy finish, thus making it slippery when wet.

Porcelain is another kind made from a blend of fine-grain clays and other minerals, making it very moist and a stain-resistant product. This makes these tiles withstand years of hardship while retaining their color and intrinsic beauty.

One of the good things about tiling your bathroom is that you can play around with vibrant colors and exotic designs. You can experiment with wall patterns and shapes to get a wonderful look for your bathroom. Think about using a solid background of tiles along with brighter accent tiles. Or consider including a few decorative tiles on a solid tile background like classic floral or seascape or funky art mosaic to get a really unique look for your bathroom walls.

Tiling the bathroom floor is the most time consuming task. It normally takes 2 - 3 days to complete right from start to finish. An excellent tip while thinking about kinds of tiles for a bathroom floor is that tiles are graded for wear resistance on a scale from 1 (lowest) to 5 (highest). A PEI-1 or Light Traffic rating is best for places like bathrooms where shoes are not used regularly. Use this as a base for you to make your choice.

The best options for your bathroom floor are granite, slate or sandstone for finish and safety. They prevent you from slipping easily, making them safer to walk than ceramic tiles. They also give a touch of "earthiness" to the room and make you feel more "homely".

Few people worry that tiling the room makes it slightly colder - both literally and metaphorically. If you are worried about it, then just fix a tile warming system to keep the floor warm during the winter. With hardly any expensive ductwork or plumbing requirements, installing this system is quite simple.

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