Ceramic tiles are essentially made of earth, water, air and fire. Thanks to the manufacturing process, with a firing stage at high temperatures, tiles with a low porosity are achieved, ideal for use in extreme conditions or spaces in constant contact with water.
With their waterproof properties and resistance to weather changes, ceramic tiles guarantee outstanding performance, even in places subject to sharp temperature changes. Indeed, their durability, resistance, imperviousness and non-slip options make them perfect for outdoor areas. They are not damaged by exposure to temperature changes, frost and ice, or sunlight, and their colors and properties remain unaltered. Here are a few ideas on how to extend the use of ceramic tiles to all areas of the home and to take them beyond the indoors and even below the
waterline.
ROSA GRES, Serena Mix series, Serena collection.
BESTILE, Pools series, Eunoia Collection.
Ceramic tiles are perfect
for places in contact with
water, such as pools or
outdoor spaces.
REALONDA, Tangram Wood series. Photography: Konstantinos Pileidis.
With the arrival of summer, a dip in the pool is one of the best ways of cooling down, coping with soaring temperatures, and having fun. Tiles are the perfect material for the construction of swimming pools, thanks to technical properties such as their high resistance, durability and hygiene, preventing the spread of mold and bacteria and hence keep the water and surrounding area in optimum conditions. Added safety is also guaranteed by the wide variety of available non-slip options.
CERÁMICA MAYOR, Crosscut & Tropic collections.
The advantages of ceramic tiles are not just limited to technical aspects. They also stand out for their endless variety of different looks, since they come in a broad range of different colors and designs, allowing you to add your own personal style to projects, depending on your preferences.
DECOCER, Digs series-collection.
It is easy to create seamless transitions between indoor and outdoor areas of the home and to infuse living spaces with a more spacious feel. Just use the same tile model indoors and out and choose large formats so that there are fewer tile joints.
NATUCER, Aneto series.
CICOGRES, Aspen series, Maderas collection.
SETTING SPACES APART
Terraces also deserve to be dressed up in exclusive tiles conceived to enhance the beauty of their immediate surroundings. A tiled wall or floor can be used as a special feature to add a whole new appeal to an outdoor space. Large-format tiles or more unusual models can bring a new chic elegance to terraces.
SALONI, Blending series-collection.
AZTECA, District 120 series, Stonecrete collection.
Given the high-performance properties of tiles, such as their endurance and non-slip, they are also perfect for pathways and paving in places like gardens, covered terraces, patios, streets, squares and boulevards.
TERRAKLINKER – GRES DE BREDA, Natural & Lava collections.
MIJARES, Montesa series, Piedras Irregulares collection.
WHAT A FAÇADE TELLS YOU
Façades are the outer image of a home and, at the same time, a protective shell. They must be made of superior quality materials, with an aesthetic design that fits in with the home’s interiors. Large-format tiles are ideal for façades and they come in hundreds of different finishes and colors to suit all kinds of decorative projects and other needs.
STN CERÁMICA, Chantal series, Stone collection.
PERONDA, Cluny 4D series, Cluny collection.
This article was published in the Ceraspaña Magazine, #52. Access our online library to read the full issue:
