Ceramic tile floors are one of the oldest building materials used in home construction because of its irreplaceable properties. Although it is usually used in bathrooms almost exclusively, ceramic tile now used for kitchen floors and is becoming very popular because it is so durable. It is ten to twenty times more durable that cement. The great thing about ceramic tile is that it does not bend or warp under very heavy loads.

Floors and backsplash that are finished with ceramic tile are also fire resistance. Ceramic tile does not burn and protects wall when heated and does not emit toxic fumes. Wherever ceramic tile is used, in the kitchen it is not subject to destruction from chemicals and is one of the most hygienic materials that is easy to clean and resist germs. Floor tile is constructed with minimal porosity, which ensures its durability, longevity and resistance to chemicals.

Ceramic kitchen floor tiles are available in many different sizes and color patterns. Ten, twelve and fifteen inch square tile is commonly used on kitchen floors but smaller tiles will work just as well.

Laying out kitchen tile is quite easy whether it is laid in a regular square pattern or a diagonally pattern. Tile floor are always laid over a back board, usually made of cement, to insure a rigid and flat floor. Regular tile adhesive cements the tile to the backboard.

Although many DIY homeowners have laid their own ceramic tile floors it is better to hire a tile specialist if you are not comfortable with laying tile floors. A tile specialist will do a professional job taking into account all the individual characteristics of the tile you choose and the complexity of the job.

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