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If we consider the ceramic as a material for construction, it is relatively young. Its production and use began in the 80s of the twentieth century. During this period the granite went to the first position among competing materials, and continues to displace them from the market of building materials.

Ceramic granite is used for fine interior design of banks, restaurants and shops. But it does not mean that it can not be used in private homes and apartments.

Laying porcelain tiles are not only on the floor, the stairs, but also facing internal and external walls. You can also lay on the balcony or terrace.

With regard to technical performance, the granite hardness measured on a scale MOHS, as well as for the stone. Standard hardness matt porcelain tiles - 8-9 units MOHS, and polished - 5-6.

Studies on the strength of the following: a sample that is tested, scratched try different materials, hardness is known in advance. If any of the materials left in a trace, then the model of a score of 1 point below the abrasive.

Ceramic granite has an index of wear resistance, which ranged from II to V. Durability - an important indicator of the use of granite as the flooring. Because, for places that provide the maximum load, should I buy matte ceramic, or glazed with an index of wear resistance IV-V. For floors with low levels of load and trim for vertical surfaces of high strength is not required.

As for frost, then this parameter exceeds the granite too much of varieties of natural stone because of its high density and homogeneity. Jumping temperatures make additional stress in any material in the field of natural fractures and usually, it ends with the destruction of the material. But with the granite of this will come from a homogeneous and well-mixed mass. Because granite successfully resists temperature changes, and to water.

And finally, before installation, I would advise you to carefully align the floor. Granite should settle on a specially prepared solution. And the most important task is to prevent exposure to the ceramic air voids, because it may lead to its destruction. If you followed stacking technology, then this coverage is becoming a real monolith, and it will serve you for many decades.