Types of Tiles

🔸 1. Ceramic Tiles

One of the most widely used tiles for walls and floors in homes.

✅ Pros:

• Affordable

• Easy to clean and maintain

• Comes in many colors, patterns, and sizes

• Great for walls, bathrooms, and kitchens

❌ Cons:

• Less durable than vitrified tiles

• Can chip easily if heavy objects fall

• Not ideal for high-traffic floor areas

Best For: Wall tiles, bathroom floors, kitchen backsplashes
Popular Brands in MP: Kajaria, Somany, Orient Bell

🔸 2. Vitrified Tiles

A popular choice for flooring across Madhya Pradesh homes and apartments.

✅ Pros:

• Very strong and long-lasting

• Scratch and stain resistant

• Low water absorption

• Available in glossy, matte, and textured finishes

❌ Cons:

• Slightly more expensive than ceramic

• Can be slippery when wet, if glossy

• Requires skilled labor for a perfect finish

Best For: Living rooms, bedrooms, balconies
Ideal Sizes: 2×2 ft or larger for seamless flooring
Popular Brands: Johnson, Nitco, Simpolo

🔸 3. Porcelain Tiles

Technically, a type of vitrified tile, but denser and more water-resistant.

✅ Pros:

• High durability, even outdoors

• Low maintenance

• Good for wet areas like bathrooms, balconies, and terraces

❌ Cons:

• Heavier and harder to cut during installation

• More expensive than ceramic tiles

Best For: Bathroom floors, outdoor decks, heavy-use areas
Available Finishes: Matte, anti-skid

🔸 4. Terracotta Tiles

Traditional clay-based tiles, still used in rural and rustic homes of MP.

✅ Pros:

• Natural earthy look

• Eco-friendly

• Keeps floors cooler in hot climates

❌ Cons:

• Porous — needs regular sealing

• Not suitable for wet areas

• Limited designs

Best For: Verandahs, courtyards, village-style homes
Where Found: Local potteries and rural tile markets in MP

🔸 5. Marble/Granite Lookalike Tiles (Glazed Vitrified Tiles – GVT)

Used as an alternative to natural marble/granite.

✅ Pros:

• Cost-effective compared to real stone

• Easy to maintain

• Wide range of natural textures

❌ Cons:

• Gloss may fade over years in high-traffic areas

• May not replicate exact luxury feel of real stone

Best For: Drawing rooms, feature walls, temples
Preferred Finish: High gloss or polished matte

🔸 6. Mosaic/Designer Tiles

Used for decorative areas.

✅ Pros:

• Adds artistic appeal

• Easy to create patterns or borders

• Great for washbasins, wall niches

❌ Cons:

• Costlier per sq. ft.

• Requires experienced labor for design fitting

Best For: Bathroom walls, kitchen accents, stairs risers
Use Sparingly: To add style without breaking budget

🛠️ Final Tips Before Buying Tiles:

• Always buy extra 5–10% quantity for cutting and future repairs

• Choose anti-skid tiles for bathroom floors

• Use matte tiles for stairs and balconies

🎯 Conclusion:

Each tile has its own strength. Depending on your room type, budget, and aesthetics, the right tile can make your home beautiful, functional, and easy to maintain.

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