Ceramic tiles are one of the indispensable materials for building decoration. However, due to their wide variety and diverse styles, they have become one of the decoration materials that consumers are most confused about when purchasing. There are many reasons why consumers are confused when purchasing ceramic tiles, and size is one of them.
Because the specifications and sizes of ceramic tiles will ultimately affect the construction costs in the later stages of decoration. If the specifications are too large or too small, the cost of laying ceramic tiles will be increased. If the specifications are too large, the construction and laying requirements will be higher and more stringent. If the specifications are too small, the cost will be increased. It greatly increases the paving construction time of construction workers, resulting in higher final construction costs.
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It doesn’t matter whether the tiles are too big or too small, so how should you choose them when decorating? Next, Zhongtaojun will introduce the mainstream ceramic tile specifications in the current market and teach you how to choose ceramic tile specifications for different space scenarios.
What are the mainstream ceramic tile specifications?
At present, there are many specifications of ceramic tiles on the building materials market, and each specification has its own decorative effect. The current mainstream ceramic tile specifications are 300×600mm, 400×800mm, 600×600mm, 800×800mm, 900×900mm, 600×1200mm, 750×1500mm, 900×1800mm, 1200×2400mm, 1600×3200mm, 150×800mm, 200×1000mm, 400×1200mm, etc.
300×600mm: Ceramic tiles (interior wall tiles) are widely used. Compared with large-sized ceramic tiles, construction and paving are simpler.
400×800mm: Commonly referred to as mid-board, the application on the wall is an extension and supplement of the 300×600 specification, and the application on the floor is the filling of square-sized ceramic tiles; and Because of its 1:2 ratio, its application on the ground can greatly enhance the three-dimensional feel of the overall space, and it is also quite effective in construction and paving.Convenience.
600×600mm: The ceramic tile specifications used in small spaces can well reduce the loss rate of ceramic tiles. The specifications are square and the paving method is relatively simple.
800×800mm: The most common and most frequently used ceramic tile specification has the highest popularity in the market, and the plasterers are the most skilled in its construction and laying.
900×900mm: Compared with 800×800mm, it has a larger specification, uses less bricks, has higher paving efficiency and lower cost; the specification is suitable for cutting at will, and is more convenient than other sizes. Various cutting processes can meet different styles of paving effects.
▲900×900mm (Lee Home Ceramic Tiles)
600×1200mm: Personalized long strips of ceramic tiles, suitable for walls and floors; there are various paving methods, and you can choose horizontal, vertical, I-shaped, staggered, mixed and other paving methods according to the scene. The visual effect is more dynamic, design and fashionable; compared with other products with larger specifications, it is more cost-effective; it can be cut in various ways, greatly reducing the loss rate of ceramic tiles, and can be cut into 600×600mm, 1200×300mm, 600× 900mm, 600×300mm and other specifications, the matching methods are more diverse.
750×1500mm: The mainstream specification of golden ratio greatly reduces post-processing; it can be freely cut and processed to meet a variety of design and construction needs, and can achieve mutual integration in terms of style, color, specification and matching. The combination and matching of large-sized ceramic tiles can minimize the traces of collage when laying, making it easier to take care of later. Compared with other large-sized ceramic tiles, it is easier to transport, handle and construct.
▲600×1200mm (Hongyu Ceramics)
▲750×1500mm (Hongyu Ceramics)
900×1800mm: The most common and widely used large board specification, suitable for both upper and underground walls; large specifications leave fewer seams when paving, and large-area paving makes the overall space look more grand; large specifications can carry more The colors and textures of different elements can be used as background walls to increase the sense of space. It has a wide range of uses and can be used as countertops and home decorative panels.
1200×2400mm and above: Larger slabs/rock slabs with stylish decorative effects; healthy and environmentally friendly, formaldehyde-free, moisture-proof and wear-resistant, and widely used.
▲900×1800mm (Douglas tile)
150×800 (600, 900) mm, 200×1000mm: Mostly wood grain bricks, more used in bedrooms, study rooms, restaurants, or other public decoration applications; if you want to apply this Similar specifications of ceramic tiles require careful attention to match the overall space.
How to choose ceramic tile specifications?
The selected ceramic tile specifications for interior decoration are closely related to the space scene, space area, ceramic tile price, and paving construction cost. Their relationship can be summarized as the following points:
·Different space scenes are suitable for different ceramic tile specifications;
·Generally speaking, if the space is large, larger ceramic tiles can be used for better decorative effect, but if the space is small, it is not necessary.Use large format ceramic tiles;
·The larger the ceramic tile size, the higher the price;
·Too large specifications of ceramic tiles may lead to increased paving construction costs and transportation and handling costs (too small ceramic tile specifications will also lead to increased paving construction costs, but this article is based on the mainstream ceramic tile specifications listed above) , these tile specifications are not too small).
According to the above summarized relationship, the idea of selecting ceramic tile specifications is quite clear.
1. Living room
The living room can be said to be the face of the house, so this area receives the most attention during the decoration process.
What specifications of tiles should be laid on the living room floor? Currently, the mainstream ceramic tile specifications suitable for living room floor paving on the market include 600×600mm, 800×800mm, 900×900mm, 600×1200mm, 750×1500mm, etc. Taking into account the price factor of ceramic tiles, Taojun directly excludes specifications above 900×1800mm. Yes, of course rich people can choose. If the space area is less than 30㎡, you can choose 600×600mm. The most cost-effective specifications are 800×800mm and 900×900mm. If you want a good decorative effect, you can choose 600×1200mm or even 750×1500mm.
▲800×800mm (Huapeng Ceramics)
The living room background wall can choose 750×1500mm, 900×1800mm or the common specifications of slate background wall 800×2600, 1200×2400mm, 1200×2700mm, etc.
2. Kitchen and bathroom
The kitchen and bathroom are relatively special spaces. The walls and floors need to be paved with ceramic tiles. The requirements are high water absorption and non-slip and wear-resistant. The available ceramic tile specifications are 300×600mm, 400×800mm, etc.
In recent years, more and more consumers choose to do&l"Floor tiles on the wall" means cutting 800×800mm or 900×900mm floor tiles and laying them on the wall. The advantage of installing floor tiles on the wall is that they are moisture-proof and stain-resistant, easy to care for, and beautiful. However, installing floor tiles on the wall generally requires more complicated work. The paving construction method or the use of tile adhesive may increase the cost. If you have a tight budget, please consider it accordingly.
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3. Bedroom/Study
Paving wood grain tiles in the bedroom/study is a very popular choice nowadays. It is healthier and more environmentally friendly than wooden floors, moisture-proof and durable. The specifications are usually 150×800 (600, 900) mm, 200×1000mm, etc. You can also choose stone pattern tiles for bedroom/study tiles. For specifications, please refer to the tile specifications applicable to the living room.
Bedroom wood grain tiles and stone grain tiles (IMOLA tiles)
4. Balcony
The balcony space is generally small, but it is the area with the greatest space for decoration design. Choosing balcony tiles carefully can unlock a variety of decoration styles. You can choose small-sized tiles, antique tiles or wood-grain tiles. It should be noted that choosing large-sized tiles may require cutting and modification, which will cause a certain amount of waste. If you want a more economical budget, then the balcony area determines the size of the tiles; if you have a sufficient budget, then preference comes first.
@VisualChina
In recent years, in order to meet more diversified decoration needs, ceramic tiles have been made in more and more specifications, dazzling consumers who do not understand the ceramic tile industry and may accidentally step on the wrong side.
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