Features of granite tiles
Granite is one of the most durable rocks in the world, so tiles and other products made of this material are extremely resistant to damage and almost indestructible.
Due to this fact, granite tiles are extremely versatile and can be used in all types of rooms and on the exterior of public and private buildings.
An undoubted advantage of granite is also its variety of colors. We can find tiles in shades of black and white, yellow, beige, gray and even red. This large discrepancy makes granite tiles fit into any room.
Types of granite tiles
Granite tiles come in many finishes, which determine their texture and specific properties.
Flamed tiles, which are manufactured by exposing granite to very high temperatures with the use of specialized burners, are very popular. These tiles are characterized by a rough surface with non-slip properties.
For this reason, they are very often used in frequently visited places, such as terraces, stairways or driveways.
The anti-slip surface increases the safety of movement on the floor of this type of tile and reduces the risk of falling in the event of ice formation.
Unfortunately, the radiation process of granite opens the pores of the stone, so it is worthwhile to impregnate the tiles with a specialized preparation that protects the tiles from damage.
Granite tiles on the exterior
The use of granite tiles outside buildings is becoming extremely popular recently. This is due to their durability and resistance to mechanical damage and all weather conditions. They are not easily damaged by falling objects, frost, rain or high temperatures.
Therefore, they are an ideal material for finishing exterior stairs, terraces or driveways.
The best choice for this type of finish are flamed tiles, with a non-slip surface that protects against falls in case of rain or ice.
Polished granite tiles
Another equally popular type of granite tile finish is polished. It consists of leveling the surface of the tile and grinding to obtain a smooth surface. The result of this treatment is extremely decorative and bright tiles with extremely saturated colors.
Due to the undisputed decorative character of this type of tiles, they are mainly used in interiors such as living rooms, kitchens and home offices. Polished tiles optically enlarge the room, additionally illuminating it. This material is also ideal as flooring in public places, such as offices, stores or restaurants.
