Tile, tile and tile: what do they mean?
In everyday Georgian language, fila, metlakh and fila are often used interchangeably. Sometimes tile is said for a wall, metlach for a floor, and tile is a more general word. When choosing, the main thing is not the name, but the purpose of a specific material.
The same surface on the bathroom wall and floor does not always work. For the floor, sliding control and loading are important, and for the wall, weight, format and overall visual arrangement.
Which tile works where?
In the bathroom, you need a surface that can withstand moisture and is easy to clean. The issue of slipping in the shower area is particularly important. In the kitchen, the wall tile should be able to withstand the cleaning of grease and steam, and the floor should be able to withstand daily traffic.
The tile on the balcony and in the outdoor space must withstand the climatic conditions. Just a beautiful color is not enough. Surface durability, thickness, slippage and application recommendation should be checked.
Format, fugue and visual effect
A large format tile reduces seams and makes the bathroom look more peaceful, but the installation requires a precise wall, a straight floor and good cutting planning. The small format is more flexible in difficult areas, for example in niches, near columns or in a small shower.
The fugue color strongly changes the final visual. A similar color unifies the surface, and a contrasting color shows the lines of the tiles more clearly. A very light fugue requires more maintenance on the floor.
Laying tiles and planning cutting
Laying tiles is not only a craftsman's job. It must be decided in advance where the row starts, where the cut part will fall, how the corner will be covered, where the trap will be and how the line of the glass cabin will coincide with the tile.
If the tile is large or has a decor, the cutting plan is especially important. A poorly cut corner, incorrect symmetry or clumsy attachment to the trap devalues even a beautiful material.
Tiles and tiles: how to choose for the bathroom, kitchen and balcony: related pages
Tiles, choosing a trap, laying tiles are close to this topic. Viewing them together helps you correctly compare size, installation and maintenance details.
Before choosing a tile
- Find out if you need it for a wall, floor, shower or balcony.
- Check the compliance of sliding, damping and load.
- Decide on the format and color of the fugue.
- Plan the cut, corners, trap and continuation of the decor.
- Compare the pattern in real lighting, not just on screen.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between tiles and mortar?
In everyday language, the tile is often called a wall tile, metlach in the floor, but in practice the purpose and technical properties of the specific material should be checked.
What kind of tile is better for the bathroom floor?
A surface suitable for moisture, easy to clean and less slippery is better. This is especially important in the shower area.
What does the tile price depend on?
The price depends on the format, material, collection, type of surface, origin, decor and difficulty of installation.
Compare the tile to the actual sample
Color, texture and stitching show up better in showroom light than on screen alone.
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