1. Cost. Ceramic tile is affordable. Ceramic tile is available at a wide variety of price points. However, unlike other floor coverings, a low price for a particular tile does not necessarily indicate that it will yield low-end performance.
2. Durability. Tile will not mildew, burn, or fade. Moisture won't affect it. It will never shrink or expand. High traffic areas, such as entry ways and hallways, are ideally suited for ceramic tile.
3. Stands up to dirt, stains, and chemicals. Ceramic tile requires only sweeping or vacuuming and mopping to maintain its cleanliness and it never requires buffing, waxing, polishing, or shampooing. The glaze on a ceramic tile, which will never wear off or be compromised by exposure to household chemicals, is impervious to staining and soiling. Tile will not absorb smoke, odors, grease, bacteria, or grime.
4. Improves indoor air quality. Dust mites, dirt, bacteria, and other allergens are often harbored in alternative floor coverings. Tile does not hold in nor give off allergens.
5. Cool to the touch. Tile will always feel cool to bare feet because tile is at room temperature. In warm summer months, a nice cool floor is a big advantage. In the winter, a small area rug can be placed where people go barefoot. Or, even better, a tile consumer might consider one of the various floor warmer systems now available.
6. Easy to repair. Any tile installation is intended to provide years of problem-free use and enjoyment. Today's ceramic tile resists chipping, wearing, and cracking. However, in the rare instance when a tile becomes cracked or damaged, it is suggested to have tile on hand for the repair. The damaged pieces can be removed and replaced.
7. Versatility. Tile can go just about anywhere! It's not just for floors. It can also go on walls, countertops, patios, in showers, pools, and more!
8. Value. The kitchen and bathroom are two of the most important rooms in your house when it comes to home sales value. Installing tile or stone in these rooms is an easy and cost-effective way to increase the value of your house.
9. Variety. There are many styles, colors, and textures to choose from. So you can find the perfect tile to compliment your decor.
