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Aug 22, 2011

Bathroom Tile Options


If you think about flooring options for your bathroom, you might want to consider using bathroom tiles. When it comes to that there are several options available. Today, we will tackle that subject. You will learn that these tiles are very attractive and are the most popular choice when it comes to flooring options for the bathroom. So what are the different tiles options for your bathroom that are available at your disposal? Here is what you need be able to take a decision for your flooring solution.

In terms of tile options for your bathroom, we have three main choices that manufacturers sell on the market these days. They are:
Glass 
1.     Much more expensive than ceramics but cheaper than natural stone materials.
2.     Mid range option.
3.     Standard size 4x4 squares.
4.     On specialty tiles stores, you can find other size and color options.
Ceramic 
1.     Standard size is 12x12 and 18x18 inches.
2.     It is the cheapest option.
3.     Does not give you a lot of color option.
Natural stone 
1.     It is the most expensive option.
2.     Different natural stone types
Natural stone material like marble, travertine, granite, and soapstone are very popular when it comes to bathroom flooring. Marble and granite are often sold by slabs. Travertine is sold with a standard size of 12 by 12 inches.
These three options are definitely perfect in terms of looks, feel and function but they differ in price. Pricing is an important factor that you should consider when choosing bathroom tiles. Always remember that it depends on your budget. If you have the money to spend for natural stone, which is the most expensive among the three options, then go ahead. But if you could, do not be contained in using just one type of tile. Try to experiment and mix them up. Keep in mind that you should do that in an artistic way. Create something that would look well and be original. You can get many different ideas from browsing related Internet sites or home decoration specialized paper reviews.
When it comes to strength and durability each of these options are remarkable. The toughest option would be the natural stone. Very often the durability of the tile does not just rely on the tile itself but also on how it was installed. Proper installation could improve its durability while sloppy installations could do the opposite. For this particular reason, when you want bathroom tiles installed in your bathroom, you should always seek professional help. Nobody can stop you from doing it yourself but the safest option is to let the people who make a profession out of it do their job.

ARTICLE SOURCE: EZINE ARTICLES

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