Porcelain Tile Characteristics
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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?

  • 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?

  • 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?

    <p>Because different tiles have different wear-rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between rectified tile and regular tile?

    <p>Rectified tile is ground or sawed after firing to achieve a more precise tile size</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might porcelain tile be a better choice than natural stone products in some cases?

    <p>Because it's less porous and less prone to cracking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of shackling the face layer in the terrazzo tile manufacturing process?

    <p>To allow the entrapped air to exit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended ratio of cement to sand in the mortar of the back layer of terrazzo tile?

    <p>1:3-3.5 by weight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum thickness of the face layer of terrazzo tile, exposed to friction, after grinding and refining?

    <p>8 mm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary material used in the manufacturing process of ceramic tile?

    <p>Clays and natural materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of hydraulically pressing the layers of terrazzo tile together?

    <p>To combine the face layer with the back layer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum percentage of pigment weight in relation to cement weight in the face layer of terrazzo tile?

    <p>3% of the cement weight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key advantage of ceramic tiles for do-it-yourself installers?

    <p>They require fewer special tools.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When working in an area with unusual shapes, which type of tile is more suitable?

    <p>Ceramic tile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the EN ISO 10545 norms for ceramic tiles?

    <p>To ensure tile quality and performance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What instrument is used to measure the length and width of ceramic tiles?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula used to calculate the deviation from rectangularity of a ceramic tile?

    <p>δ/L × 100</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is measured to determine the surface flatness of a ceramic tile?

    <p>Center curvature, Edge curvature, and Warpage</p> Signup and view all the answers

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