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Ceramic & Porcelain Tile
Ceramic and porcelain tiles are made from quarried raw materials such as clay, flint, and feldspar. These
raw materials are first granulated, and then formed and pressed into various sizes and widths. They then enter a firing process in
kilns to ensure their hardness. Glazes, or frits, may be applied to the tiles during this firing process thereby
producing their glasslike appearance. Major improvements in the manufacturing process in recent years have
yielded new color and decorative effects that now produce ceramic and porcelain tiles to appear very similar
to natural stone. These tiles are carefully manufactured and engineered to address specific
quality characteristics, which include water absorption, abrasion resistance, impact resistance, breaking strength,
and stain resistance.
Click on the samples below for a detailed image of these porcelain and ceramic tiles.
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Natural Stone
Natural stone is a generic term that includes granite, marble, limestone, travertine,
slate, quartzite, sandstone, adoquin, onyx, and others. These products are mined in quarries from around
the world and then sent to fabricators for polishing, sizing and shipment. Coloring and veining of natural
stone are the by-product of nature's efforts over thousands of years and provide a distinctive addition to any home.
Natural stone products can differ in color, composition, and texture even if
mined from the same quarry.
Click on the samples below for a detailed image of these natural stone tiles.
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Please Note! At America's Tile-Stone & Design we know that there
aren't any pictures on the web that can truly present not only the beauty of tile and
natural stone, but also their distinctive textures. Come by our showroom
and see for yourself our numerous samples of porcelain tiles, ceramic tiles, and natural stone tiles.
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