Ceramic & Porcelain Tile FAQ

Include the product or effect, preferred size and finish, estimated quantity, destination country or port, intended application and company name. Model numbers or screenshots make comparison faster.

Yes. Share the products or series you want to review. Record the approved sample together with its model, finish and written specification before confirming a bulk order.

TCNA defines porcelain tile as ceramic tile with water absorption of 0.5% or less when tested using ASTM C373; non-porcelain ceramic tile is above 0.5%. Low absorption alone does not prove suitability for every floor, exterior or wet-area application..

Matte and polished describe appearance, not a guaranteed slip rating. TCNA’s ANSI A326.3 summary associates the Interior Wet category with a wet DCOF of 0.42 or higher , or a manufacturer-declared classification. Traffic, contaminants, wear and maintenance still matter..

Yes. Some Ceraglow products list several available dimensions. As a nominal-area example, 600×1200mm covers 0.72m², 750×1500mm covers 1.125m² and 800×800mm covers 0.64m² per tile before joints and waste.

Rectified edges are mechanically finished for more consistent dimensions, but they do not mean jointless installation. MAPEI guidance citing UNI 11493 states that butt joints are not allowed and joints below 2mm are not permitted. Local standards and the installer’s specification take priority..

For tiles with at least one edge of 15 inches (0.38m), CTEF summarizes an ANSI tolerance of about 3mm over 3m , with no more than about 1.6mm over 0.6m. The installer must verify the project’s applicable standard..

Start with the declared use, water exposure, slope, climate, traffic and cleaning plan. A 0.42 wet DCOF figure is used for certain level interior wet applications in ANSI guidance, but exterior areas require project-specific assessment and manufacturer guidance.

Confirm the approved sample, model, size, finish, shade expectations, packing, inspection criteria and documents in writing. ISO 13006:2018 defines ceramic-tile classifications and characteristics; ask which specific test method and reported result applies..

The selected model, size, finish, quantity by model, packing, OEM requirements and destination all affect quotation preparation. Share these details instead of requesting a target price without a specification.

Send the requested product, estimated quantity, packaging concept and target market. Availability should be confirmed for the specific order before artwork or production is approved.

Compare product data, sample consistency, test-method references, communication, packing, inspection process, order follow-up and documentation—not only unit price.