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Why choose gres tiles, and if you do, what kind? Parquet- and wood-like tiles - are suitable for much more than just the living
Why choose gres tiles, and if you do, what kind? Parquet- and wood-like tiles - are suitable for much more than just the living room floor.
We like wooden features in our interiors. Wooden floors provide us with a feeling of warmth and harmony, in addition to serving as a pleasant reminder of the atmosphere of our family home. The use of wood is also a shift towards nature, something that we appreciate increasingly often in our modern world. It is a truly timeless material, yet, one that is not completely devoid of flaws. Fortunately, there are certain alternatives that we can consider instead.
What should we choose for our floors - wood, floor panels or wood-like tiles?
Wood-like, gres tiles are becoming increasingly popular. Structured gres tiles, for example tiles covered with tree ring-like structures, are undoubtedly more functional than wood, while at the same time, they are equally aesthetic. And they are certainly a much better choice than wooden floor panels. In addition, they can be used on practically any type of floor and in every kind of room in your flat or house. Due to their resistance to moisture, they can also be installed in places where a classic wooden floor, made of planks or panels, simply cannot be used - e.g. in a kitchen, bathroom or hallway. They can be used in areas around a home fireplace without any worries as well.
What about the floors on balconies and terraces?
Frost-resistant varieties of gres tiles can be installed on terraces, balconies or front steps. This way, both the indoor and outdoor spaces can be connected in an elegant and harmonious manner.
Underfloor heating
Unlike in the case of wooden floors, gres tiles can be used with underfloor heating, as they conduct heat very well.
A floor that is easy to maintain
Maintaining wood-like, gres tiles in good condition is easy, effortless and not time-consuming. The tools needed to do so are already present in every home anyway - all you need is a vacuum cleaner, a mop and regular cleaning products. Gres floors do not require sanding, varnishing or polishing with special chemicals. Thanks to this, if you opt for this type of floor, you can save both time and a considerable amount of money. Gres tiles are also an excellent solution for dog and cat owners since as we all know, such animals can often create a huge mess. Gres floors are also much more resistant to various types of mechanical damage that can occur during everyday use. If you choose highly abrasive-resistant gres tiles, you ensure that your tiles will be more resistant to scratching and loss of colour, even if they are installed outdoors.
Undoubtedly, it is worth considering the choice of gres tiles as a more durable equivalent to wood, which will still provide you with a plethora of arrangement possibilities. Gres tiles allow you to create a modern, warm interior without the necessity of spending large amounts of money on maintaining standard wooden floors in good condition.
