Amazing Facts Tiles were already used back in the mid 16th century but only for important public buildings and home of the wealthy. Before they were made with hands and were priced expensively. Today it is created using machines and this has greatly reduced it's cost. No wonder why they are not just for kings anymore. Qualities Made from clay ceramic bathroom tiles are popular due to it's water resistant nature. If grout lines are sealed properly and the tile is not damaged,you have a fully water proof shower. In some cases, these tiles can withstand short periods of standing water without being damaged.Due to its durable attributes they are considered a permanent installation that shouldn't need to be replaced at all within the lifetime of the owner unless it becomes aesthetically out of date or damaged. Ceramic tiles are more cost effective than porcelain. | Amazing Facts Porcelain tiles are often extruded, contains less impurtities and often has more kaolin then it's brother. Kaolin is soft white clay added to improve the tiles strength, giving a smoother surface finish, ability to withstand strong temperatures of heat and coldness.
Qualities Porcelain tiles are extremely good for showers because it has a low water absorption rate of 0.5%. Not only can these be used in the shower, it is excellent for the outdoor as well. Due to the way it is made by dust pressing methods and through-body composition it is more dense and durable and are more resistant to wear and damage than ceramic tiles. Chip the porcelain and the colour is on going, an advantage of that is the chip will be nearly invisible so you don't have to worry about tiles looking unpleasant.
| Amazing Facts Acrylic plastic was first discovered in 1877 by two German scientists by the name of Fitig and Paul. This discovery was not on purpose but merely an accident of their lab being set on fire, many chemicals had fused and combusted in the accident. After returning they found a material which we now know as plastic. Qualities Acrylic plastic is light but very hard and durable. It is put into extreme heat than cooled down in water, they are excellent for shower purposes and will not be vulnerable to mould damaging it. A quick wipe down is all that's needed. Acrylic showers usually come with pre-made installation parts and instructions so they are very easy to put together by someone with medium experience. Acrylic showers are mostly installed in ensuites although you can have it in the main shower if you please. |