Quarry Tiles
Clay-based tiles have been used in and around homes for centuries. As various cultures developed techniques for producing tiles and advanced technologies, different types of clay tiles emerged, each with its characteristics. This group includes ceramic tiles and quarries. Both are made by the hand of clay fired at high temperatures, but they have many differences between them. Moreover, both can satisfy your needs to cover your home design.
The Quarry Tile is a tablet that has been specially developed to be used on floors and walls and has a very striking design that you can use to create special environments in different places in your home or workplace. It is a coating that is used for various indoor and outdoor surfaces.
Manufacturing And Trends Of Quarry Tiles
Quarry Tiles are made of red clay that is either machine or hand shaped. The tiles are dried before being fired in large beehive-style ovens. Clay is heated to extremely high temperatures, much higher than ceramic tiles, making quarries naturally dense, non-porous, and water-resistant with a low water absorption rate.
Generally, the underside of a Quarry Tile is scored to promote adhesion to the grout. The upper part of the tile has a thick surface because it is not glazed; This surface promotes traction, which can be very useful in environments such as paths and kitchens. When the tile is laid, it is applied over a layer of grout and then grout is passed between the tiles to encourage them to bond.
While Quarry Tiles can be glazed, most are left in their natural finish. The tiles can be laid in various areas of the ovens to produce a variety of colors, ranging from tan to dark brown, as well as the markings are known as "iron point" and "gleaming" tiles. Chips can be sorted after shooting by color or left mixed for variety.
Quarry Tile Special Features
It looks great in spaces like the kitchen, dining room, living room, bedrooms, and anywhere else inside and outside the house. It can also be used in other places, such as offices, clinics, and commercial premises. The substrate on which you want to stick this product must be properly prepared and leveled.
It is a square-shaped piece that has a special print on its upper face and a matte finish. This tablet is made from cement-based and has a smooth textured surface that has been specially treated to provide protection and to facilitate cleaning and maintenance.
Quarry Tile Appearance And Use
Quarry Tile can be installed on walls but is most often used in tile applications, both inside and outside the home. Quarry Tiles have very low moisture absorption rates, making them ideal for wet areas, high-traffic areas, and kitchens.
Quarry Tiles are thick, 3/8 to 1/2 inch, depending on size, and are available in sizes ranging from small mosaic sheets to 12-inch squares. Hexagons, rectangles, and some octagonal shapes are also available. Quarry Tiles can be smooth or slightly textured, depending on the color and finish. They can vary dramatically in color or markings from one to another, or they can be more uniform, depending on the manufacturer. Quarry Tiles require very little maintenance. No sealing required, just sweep and wet mop as needed.
As Quarry Tile ages, it takes on a natural color and can also pick up stains. Since tile color varies naturally, stains are sometimes difficult to detect, and this can be advantageous in a kitchen, where food that falls off can cause staining. The durability of the tile makes it less prone to chipping and scratching that can be caused by wear and tear.