Porcelain, Glass or Ceramic Tiles: Pros and Cons

Your choice of material for your bathroom floor tiles is vital to the overall quality and comfort of your bath. Porcelain, glass and ceramic are generally the most popular options. However, determining the best material mainly depends on your specific needs.

In this article, walk-in tub conversion contractor Total Bath Systems talks about the pros and cons of each of these bathroom floor tiles.

Porcelain

Porcelain tiles are highly durable, and they’re sometimes considered artistic creations. If sturdy tiles that add aesthetic appeal sounds good to you, porcelain might just be a good match.

Typically baked at extremely high temperatures, porcelain tiles are often regarded for their hard, moisture-proof surface. They’re made of purified and refined clay, so they’re generally denser than glass tiles.

Glass

Glass tiles are a little more expensive than porcelain tiles even though porcelain is often regarded as the upscale version of glass. One of the main advantages of glass over porcelain tiles is the variety of designs, patterns and sizes. It’s easier to create a unique appeal with glass tiles rather than with porcelain.

Walk-in bath companies and other bath remodeling experts, however, recommend a thorough inspection of the quality of the glass tiles you’re interested in getting. Since the quality of glass tiles range from low to high, buying glass tiles can sometimes be tricky. If you’re not careful, you may end up with glass tiles that break or get chipped easily.

Ceramic

Ceramic tiles are usually more affordable than porcelain tiles. And since they’re less dense than porcelain, they are easier to cut. Their durability and performance are at decent levels, but generally porcelain tiles are considered to be better when it comes to these aspects. Nevertheless, both ceramic and porcelain are great options to consider. Perhaps, the main deciding factor between these two would be your budget.

With our keen attention to detail and craftsmanship, you can have peace of mind that your project will be done to a high standard. This is what makes Total Bath Systems one of the most trusted tub-to-shower conversion contractors in the area. Call us at (860) 410-6950 or fill out our contact form to schedule a consultation.