Ceramic tiles are difficult to bypass in decoration. Whether to install tiles or not, Xiaoqi will not discuss it here. What I want to say this time is how to distinguish the quality of ceramic tiles, so I'll do it below.

Introduction to 7K spatial thinking:

History and characteristics of ceramic tiles

2. Classification of ceramic tiles

3. How to distinguish the types of tiles?

4. How to choose tiles?

5. Precautions for ceramic tile installation

First, the history and characteristics of ceramic tiles

The history of ceramic tiles dates back to BC, and Egyptians began to decorate various types of houses with ceramic tiles. People dry or dry clay bricks, and then paint them with blue glaze extracted from copper. In BC, tiles were also found in Mesopotamia. This kind of tile was decorated with blue and white stripes, and later more styles and colors appeared. China is the center of ceramic art. As early as Shang and Yin Dynasties, a kind of exquisite white stoneware was produced.

No matter when and where the first ceramic tile originated, ceramic tile is an inherent tradition and custom in home decoration, which is aimed at the whole world. In the floor decoration of home improvement, besides tiles, it is the floor, at least in terms of the current level of science and technology, there is no third choice.

So what are the characteristics of ceramic tiles as decorative materials?

Technology: Ceramic tiles are artificial materials, which are very uniform. And developed for decades, the process is mature and stable.

Appearance: The surface of ceramic tile is rich in colors and patterns.

Quality: The strength and hardness of ceramic tiles are high, and they can be used for a long time. 5- 10 years is no problem.

Second, the classification of ceramic tiles

There are many kinds on the market, but in fact, ceramic tiles are divided into four categories.

(1) ceramic tile

A traditional ceramic tile, with ceramic embryo on the glaze, has loose texture and high water absorption.

Advantages: low price, light weight, suitable for balcony, kitchen and bathroom wall, cabinet back and ground.

Disadvantages: high water absorption, poor durability, easy to hide evil and accept evil.

(2) Glazed tiles

The surface of this brick is not glazed, but the pattern is printed on the blank by infiltration and other processes. The whole brick body is completely magnetized at high temperature, and the water absorption rate is extremely low. Common polished tiles, monolithic tiles and vitrified tiles all belong to this category.

Advantages: extremely high hardness, wear resistance, whole-body brick can slot the edge of the car, moderate price and high cost performance.

Disadvantages: the pattern color is single, the styles selected are few, and the aesthetics of glazed tiles are relatively poor.

(3) Glazed tiles

The surface of this kind of brick is glazed, and various beautiful patterns are printed by ink jet. The blank is also completely magnetized and the water absorption rate is low. Ordinary glazed tiles, semi-glazed tiles and antique tiles all belong to this category.

Advantages: many kinds of colors, beautiful appearance and wide selection range.

Disadvantages: The wear resistance and hardness of relatively unglazed bricks are almost poor, so it is impossible to slot the edges and the price will be relatively expensive.

(4) microcrystalline stone

This kind of brick is actually a kind of glazed tile, but a thin layer of glass-ceramics is pasted on the glazed surface, which is also called glass-ceramics composite board.

Advantages: the surface brightness is extremely high, like a mirror. Hardness and wear resistance are also excellent.

Disadvantages: very expensive, ranging from 500- 1000 yuan. It is difficult to process and cut, because the basic glass layer will collapse after cutting, which will seriously affect the appearance.

Third, how to distinguish the types of ceramic tiles

(1) Tiles are relatively thin, usually about 8mm thick and relatively light, and can be completely absorbed by pouring a glass of water on the back.

(2) Glazed tiles, basically all-in-one tiles, vitrified tiles and polished tiles are called glazed tiles, which are consistent inside and outside and have a single color.

(3) Glazed tile is to make another layer of glaze on the blank. Smooth ones are called glazed tiles, frosted ones are called glazed tiles, and old ones are called antique tiles, with varied patterns.

(4) Microsite, the surface of glass material, is brighter and the pattern is more beautiful.

Fourth, how to buy ceramic tiles

Usually, the characteristics of the purchased tiles should correspond to the space where the tiles are installed. Taking the public space where ceramic tiles are installed as an example, the order is:

(1) living room. Mainly consider wear resistance, dirt resistance, waterproof and non-slip, and the colors will be selected and matched according to the overall decoration style.

(2) The bedroom is a place to rest. This building will add warmth and exquisiteness to the space. The style can be not too fancy, but it should be emotional and comfortable.

(3) The kitchen is the most difficult space to clean in the family. For the kitchen, it should be non-slip, waterproof, moisture-proof, hard and wear-resistant, easy to clean, and the color style is mainly stain-resistant.

(4) It is suggested to choose mosaics in the bathroom to increase the visual sense of the space. The tiles used in the bathroom must be glazed tiles with high density, strong waterproof, anti-slip and wear resistance. The color of the tile style should be light, which can increase the brightness of the space.

Verb (abbreviation of verb) Precautions for tile installation:

(1) Cement mortar is directly laid on the ground, and professional glue is laid on the wall.

(2) There are two things, one is the locator and the other is the sewing agent.

Special note: if you can't stick to the top, there is still the risk of falling. At the same time, if the paste is too high, it must be dry hung or grouted.

Locator: It can make the tiles smoother and the joint thickness consistent. Generally, it is delivered directly in the store.

American sewing agent: about 70 yuan per square meter, Reddy in the United States, Mabei in Italy, Bosch in China (if there is floor heating at home, the sewing agent is too hard, which may cause the tiles to burst if used for a long time).

Tile mosaic:

Of course. But try to cut the tiles on the spot, because there will be bursting edges, which is very ugly. At the same time, if you want to process mosaics, it is recommended not to be too complicated, otherwise the cost of light processing will be higher than that of stone.

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