TECHNICAL CORNER

Bathrooms are no longer functional spaces: today they have become a haven of relaxation, a place to fill you with energy for the day ahead, featuring contemporary designs. Yet it must also be remembered that together with the kitchen, this is the room where cleanliness and hygiene top the list of requirements.

Ceramic tiles are the logical choice for this crucial area of the home thanks to their anti-bacterial and hygienic properties. They are far easier to clean than other materials: all it takes is a damp cloth, and if the surface is stained with dirt or grease, cleaning agents such as detergents or bleach will soon get the tiles looking like new, without damaging them or altering their appearance in any way. Their anti-allergenic properties and impermeability help to prevent the appearance of damp and the development of colonies of germs and fungi.

Non-slip ceramic floor tiles are also the perfect choice for creating accessible shower trays for people with reduced mobility or indeed for the entire bathroom floor, as they are the best way of preventing accidents and falls.

All this, plus the host of design alternatives, makes ceramic tiles the perfect material for bathrooms of all types and styles

The living room lies at the heart of the home; the space where we enjoy our leisure time and welcome friends or guests that visit us in our home. It’s the room where much of our everyday life unfolds, and where we enjoy the comfort that only the home can provide. And that’s precisely why it’s so important to create a setting we feel at home in; one which is not only functional, but is also capable of reflecting our tastes in decor and our personality.

In this sense, ceramic tiles are the perfect choice, as they have developed in keeping with changing design trends and adapting to contemporary avant-garde tastes. The boom in large formats; the minimalist purity of straight lines; the sobriety of metallic finishes; the warmth of wood effect tiles; the appearance of tiles in seemingly countless volumes and formats capable of creating new senses of proportion and relief patterns (; references to elements associated with nature; elaborate Neo-Baroque styles; revamped rustic looks; imaginative styles reflected in innovative textures these are just some of the sources of inspiration that have influenced the ceramic tile collections designed for the living and dining spaces of today.

Yet ceramic tiles also offer a series of technical advantages that make modern-day living easier. They are more durable than other materials and the surfaces are low maintenance and resistant to wear and tear, chemical products and kids! They can even contribute to keeping spaces healthier by eliminating static charge and preventing the accumulation of mites.

In any home, bedrooms should be a haven of calm and comfort, a space in which to unwind after a busy day.

Ceramic tiles are an innovative choice in bedroom decor, with a product for each style: minimalist, baroque, natural, rustic, etc.. They are also the perfect solution for studio-type apartments or multi-purpose spaces, which also feature desks and dressing areas, etc. Their many virtues include their anti-allergenic and easy cleaning properties, as well as their high level of resistance.

Although they may vary in appearance, terraces are essentially rooms without walls and often without roofs -, and are far more spacious than balconies. Terraces are incredibly functional spaces and are ideal for a wide range of activities: they are a place for getting together, having fun, relaxing, sunbathing and even for eating.

Ceramic tiles are the perfect choice for terraces thanks to their durability, resistance to wear and tear and low maintenance. In addition, the wide range of formats provides countless solutions for all types of terraces and balconies.

Gardens are another space where ceramic tiles can enhance the setting. Their high level of resistance makes them idea for use on garden paths. Non-slip paving is also highly recommendable as the ground is often wet and this material can prevent unfortunate accidents. High porosity ceramic paving is another option here; this type of paving allows moss to grow, creating a more natural look.

Ceramic tiles are also highly recommended for use in other spaces around the home such as swimming pools, inner patios and staircases. Indeed, this material stands out for its extensive choice of formats and finishes, which range from highly polished tiles, to grooved and rough styles, to large volume three-dimensional tiles used as wall coverings.

There is also a wide selection of special tiles for those tricky spaces and which complement the field tiles, including angles, corners, steps and banisters, etc.
Ceramic tiles also look fabulous on other surfaces such as shelves, kitchen worktops and bathroom vanity tops and cupboard interiors.