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What is the primary reason why porcelain tiles are more suitable for outdoor installations than ceramic tiles?
What is the primary reason why porcelain tiles are more suitable for outdoor installations than ceramic tiles?
- They are easier to cut and install
- They are fired at higher temperatures (correct)
- They are made of finer clays
- They are less dense and more porous
What is the benefit of glazed porcelain tiles in terms of maintenance?
What is the benefit of glazed porcelain tiles in terms of maintenance?
- They have a more vibrant color
- They are harder to clean than unglazed tiles
- They seal the microscopic pores, making them easier to maintain (correct)
- They are more prone to scratches and dings
What is a characteristic of unglazed porcelain tiles in terms of coloration?
What is a characteristic of unglazed porcelain tiles in terms of coloration?
- The color only appears on the surface
- The color goes all the way through from top to bottom (correct)
- The color is only visible on the edges
- The color is inconsistent throughout the tile
Why is it important for consumers to select a tile appropriate for their project?
Why is it important for consumers to select a tile appropriate for their project?
What is the difference between rectified tile and regular tile?
What is the difference between rectified tile and regular tile?
Why might porcelain tile be a better choice than natural stone products in some cases?
Why might porcelain tile be a better choice than natural stone products in some cases?
What is the purpose of shackling the face layer in the terrazzo tile manufacturing process?
What is the purpose of shackling the face layer in the terrazzo tile manufacturing process?
What is the recommended ratio of cement to sand in the mortar of the back layer of terrazzo tile?
What is the recommended ratio of cement to sand in the mortar of the back layer of terrazzo tile?
What is the minimum thickness of the face layer of terrazzo tile, exposed to friction, after grinding and refining?
What is the minimum thickness of the face layer of terrazzo tile, exposed to friction, after grinding and refining?
What is the primary material used in the manufacturing process of ceramic tile?
What is the primary material used in the manufacturing process of ceramic tile?
What is the purpose of hydraulically pressing the layers of terrazzo tile together?
What is the purpose of hydraulically pressing the layers of terrazzo tile together?
What is the maximum percentage of pigment weight in relation to cement weight in the face layer of terrazzo tile?
What is the maximum percentage of pigment weight in relation to cement weight in the face layer of terrazzo tile?
What is a key advantage of ceramic tiles for do-it-yourself installers?
What is a key advantage of ceramic tiles for do-it-yourself installers?
When working in an area with unusual shapes, which type of tile is more suitable?
When working in an area with unusual shapes, which type of tile is more suitable?
What is the purpose of the EN ISO 10545 norms for ceramic tiles?
What is the purpose of the EN ISO 10545 norms for ceramic tiles?
What instrument is used to measure the length and width of ceramic tiles?
What instrument is used to measure the length and width of ceramic tiles?
What is the formula used to calculate the deviation from rectangularity of a ceramic tile?
What is the formula used to calculate the deviation from rectangularity of a ceramic tile?
What is measured to determine the surface flatness of a ceramic tile?
What is measured to determine the surface flatness of a ceramic tile?
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