Types of Tile

An almost infinite number of alternative styles, colors and price ranges await you…

Ceramic Tile
Ceramic tile is a mixture of clays and minerals that has been shaped, pressed, then fired at temperatures exceeding 2,000 degrees (F), resulting in a hard surface. The protective glaze that is applied before firing gives the ceramic tile added color and finish and makes it resistant to stains, odors, bacteria, and scratches.

Ceramic TileCeramic tile from The Floor Store...

  • offer a variety of colors, textures, and designs
  • provide natural fade- and stain- resistance
  • are perfect for kitchens, bathrooms, entryways, and other areas of the home
  • are available with coordinating trim, transition pieces, and decorative accents.

Glazed Tile
Colored, opaque, or transparent finish fused to the body of the tile by the firing process.

Unglazed Tile
No protective finish on top.

Quarry Tile
Unglazed tile manufactured from clay or shale by extrusion.

Porcelain Tile
Porcelain tile is a type of ceramic made of a very fine mixture of clays and minerals similar to those found in fine dinnerware. These special clays allow porcelain tile to be fired at temperatures even higher than ceramic tile, typically exceeding 2,400 degrees (F). The higher temperature results in a very dense tile which gives it a higher resistance to moisture.

Like ceramic tile, porcelain tile from is resistant to stains, odors, bacteria, and scratches. It is also...

  • denser and harder than most other tile
  • highly stain and water resistant
  • naturally hygienic with easy to clean surfaces that can be smooth, textured, or polished
  • beautiful and durable, both in the home or in commercial applications

Terra Cotta Tile
Made of red clay

Mosaic Tile
Manufactured through a dust-pressed or plastic process, using porcelain or a natural clay composition.