Below you will find some general information about ceramic tile to help you to better understand your options. Stop by any of our store locations and we will be happy to help guide you with your ceramic tile selections. Glazed Tile - Most of the common ceramic floor tiles have either a glazed, or unglazed surface. The glazed tiles have a special ceramic coating that is applied to the body of the tile and then fired under tremendous heat. The glazing becomes hard and non-porous. Glazed ceramic tiles offer many benefits, including:
Unglazed Floor Tile (Pavers) – There is no glazing or any other coating applied to these tiles. Because these tiles are porous it is recommendeded that a special penetrating sealant be used to maintain this type of floors and to help prevent stains from seeping into the pores of the tiles. Their color is the same on the face of the tile as it is on the back resulting in very durable tiles that do not show the effects of heavy traffic. Marble – Marble is a natural product and is not made in a factory. For this reason no two pieces of marble look the same and the veining is a natural characteristic in all marble. There are special marble sealants to help protect from staining of the face. Extra care should be used when cleaning and all abrasives and acidic cleaners should never be used when cleaning. Even colas, some juices, and possibly ammonia may destroy the marble finish. Granite – This is another natural stone and is not manufacturered in a factory. Granite can be used indoors or outdoors and is less porous than marble. It is still recommended that you use a sealant to protect the finish from staining. Grout – Grout is a mixture of cement and a color additive. For tile floors with wider spaces between each tile sand is added to the grout. Also, a liquid latex additive can be added to the grout to give better resiliency to the grouted areas. For ease of maintenance a penetrating sealant should be used on the grout. It should be noted you may see a change in color of your grout over time. Some other important factors to consider when selecting ceramic tiles are slip-resistance, tile size, grout colors, tile thickness, height variations between rooms, subfloor suitability, preparation and tile care. |
Ceramic tile offers timeless beauty, extraordinary durability and unlimited design possibilities. If you have never considered ceramic tile before, you will be amazed at the variety of colors, patterns, sizes, shapes, and textures available for you to select from. 
Today's ceramic is much easier to maintain, much more affordable, and can compliment any interior design. At Cinderella Carpet One we offer a wide selection of quality ceramic and porcelain cermaic floor tile from around the world. With every sale we offer expert installation and our exclusive Carpet One warranties.
