Ceramic tile verses Porcelain

I have been asked to give a brief summary of the difference between Ceramic and Porcelain Tile. The simple answer is price, composition, and durability. Ceramic tile averages about $2-$4 per square foot and is made of clay with a baked color finish placed on top of it. When it chips, the layers below show through. Because Ceramic Tile is not as durable as Porcelain, I do not recommend ceramic tile for floor surfaces.

Porcelain tile is $3-$5 per square foot and has color all of the way through the tile. When Porcelain chips, it does not tend to show like Ceramic Tile. Porcelain is a durable tile and withstands floor traffic well.


B & R Hardwood and Tile is located in Chanhassen Minnesota and serves the metro area. Kurt Kuhlmann is the owner of B & R Hardwood and Tile. He would love to hear from you. He can be reached at 612-644-8779 or on the web at www.brflooring.biz.




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