How to find the right tile flooring

Each type of tile flooring has different characteristics. Styles available, durability, upkeep, and water resistance are some of the factors you may want to consider when making a purchasing decision. The flooring specialists at Flooring Express, a tile store in Cooper City, Florida, can help you find the best product for your home improvement project.

Ceramic

Since ceramic is porous, only glazed ceramic tile is waterproof. Typically, this budget-friendly floor covering comes in standard sizes and neutral colors. Sometimes it is paired with colored grout. Ceramic is made of coarse clay that is kiln-fired at a lower temperature than porcelain.

Porcelain

Porcelain is made of fine kaolin clay and is harder and denser than ceramic. It is also inherently waterproof. Color body porcelain tile has a glazed design on the surface and a solid-colored body. Through body porcelain is unglazed, and the entire tile is the same solid color.

Natural stone

Popular quarried stones include marble, travertine, slate, and granite. Most stones are porous, so a stone floor must be sealed and then resealed throughout its lifespan. Installers can advise on the feasibility of heavy stone tile for a particular application.

Glass

Glass mosaic tile is installed on the floor and walls to create spa-like bathrooms, and it’s commonly used to design colorful backsplashes. Glass tile captures and then reflects light. Mesh sheet mosaic tile is available in many patterns, colors, and shapes.

Flooring Express has been serving communities in South Florida since 1986. Pembroke Pines, Dania Beach, Southwest Ranches, Plantation, Davie, and Fort Lauderdale is located in our service area. Our tile shop boasts a highly skilled installation team, allowing us to back each flooring upgrade with a satisfaction warranty. We invite you to stop by our state-of-the-art showroom in Cooper City to view the latest floor tile styles.