Difference Between Porcelain-ceramic Tiles & Natural Stone Tiles

Stone can be refinished, but scratched or broken porcelain tiles may need to be replaced.

 even the most well-crafted porcelain patterns may not be able to match the depth of design that natural stone tiles inherently possess

There’s no denying that the beauty and texture of the natural stone are unparalleled, and as a completely organic material, no two pieces are the same – which will make your floor tiles wholly unique.

Because natural stone is found in nature, it is highly resistant to weather and wears. It is also more valuable than ceramic tile because it cannot simply be reproduced from synthetic materials. Natural stone flooring increases your home’s market value more than ceramic tile.

 

Porcelain-ceramic tiles	Natural stone tiles
Being man-made and synthetic, there are wide patterns and textures  available	Natural stone textures are unparalleled and even the most premium porcelain pattern cannot be compared with its depth of design.
Not all porcelain and ceramic tiles are weather resistant. So those can't be put in outer space.	Highly resistant to weather and wears and can be suited for any interior or exterior space.
These can never add the same value as natural stone tiles can.	These are worth investing in as they increase the market value of your space.
As these tiles cannot be refinished, they may need to replace if broken or scratched	Natural stone tiles can be refinished easily.

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