Ceramic Tile Grades
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Ceramic tile ratings are set up in a grading system of 1 to 5, based on the tile's toughness and durability. It's a good thing to educate yourself on the different tile grades, as choosing the right ceramic tile for a specific application can be make or break when it comes your tile lasting as long as possible.
An Explanation of Ceramic Tile RatingsThe 1 to 5 tile rating applies only to one aspect of tile: visible surface abrasion resistance, which is fancy talk for how readily scratches show on the tile's surface. A tile rating of 5 is the toughest in terms of standing up to scratching, dirt and traffic, one is the easiest to damage. See below for a quick breakdown of the 1 to 5 ceramic tile ratings system:
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Which Grade Is Best for You?
There are two questions to ask yourself, here. The first is how much money you have to spend? The second is how paranoid you are about the toughness of the tile you're purchasing?
If you're the kind of person who buys a Rhino truck liner for your pickup even though you rarely haul more than the family dog, then maybe you want to get Grade 5 tiles for your kitchen floors and countertops. But, truthfully, these ceramic tile ratings are pure, so you're best bet is to look at where they're going to be installed, and go with the lowest grade possible. They'll hold up, and by not overdoing it, you'll be saving yourself costs when it comes to materials as well.
Talk to a contractor experienced in installing ceramic tile about which tile grade is going to best for your particular project.More Tips & Advice For Your Home
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