How important are the ceramic ratings ?
The wear, or quality rating tells you what to expect and is represented with the PEI number. What is P.E.I.? This is a measurement of the durability of the glazed finish on the tile.
PEI 1 - Is not suitable for high traffic floor surfaces. Just think of the little tiles around your shower.
PEI 2 - Is only suitable for light residential traffic, such as a bathroom floor. This is usually the least expensive tile for floors, but works well on walls.
PEI 3 - Is suitable for general residential and light commercial floors. This is a common grade for most areas in the home and is still an “inexpensive” tile.
PEI 4 - Is suitable for all residential and medium duty commercial floors. This includes many of the better tiles. This is tile in the upper end for residential use and many of the styles in this category come in various sizes so that different designs and patterns can be created.
PEI 5 - Is suitable for heavy traffic in commercial areas. This is the best rating, and will wear very well for business with a high volume of foot traffic and can even be used in many industrial applications.
Just remember, much of the ceramic tile installed in older homes is to the lighter end of the ratings, so, depending on your budget, and how long you plan on living in this home, get the best tile you can afford.
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