Polished Tiles

Polished Tiles FAQs

• What is a polished tile finish?

  A polished tile has a shiny and almost-reflective finish. 

  
  

  The finish is created by firing the tile with a chosen colour and pattern to give them the desired style. 

  
  

  After this, they are fired again with a clear layer that protects the colouring and visual elements of the tile. 

  
  

  Polishing wheels are used, first with water and then a polishing substance to achieve the smooth, shiny look that is associated with polished tiles. 

  
  

  Finally, they are sealed to keep the finish protected.

  
  

  The end result of this process is a clean, sleek finish. 

  
  

  These polished tiles are glamorous and so smooth that they are notoriously easy to clean. 

  
  

  With polished concrete look tiles, you don't need to waste your time scrubbing and labouring over nooks and crannies in tiles or spending hours vacuuming.

  
  

  With polished tiles, you can simply wipe the dirt away.

• What is the difference between polished and honed tile?

  The key difference between polished floor tiles and honed tiles is the visual aspect. 

  
  

  Polished tiles have a much shinier and smoother look to them. 

  
  

  They catch and reflect the light giving them a striking feel. 

  
  

  On the other hand, honed tile has a more matte finish. 

  
  

  This satin-like tile doesn't reflect light so much and has a more subtle, natural feel to it.

  
  

  Another difference is that fully polished tiles benefit from being much easier to clean due to the nature of their surface which means you can simply wipe them down. 

  
  

  Honed tile is harder to clean as it is not entirely polished.

• Are polished tiles slippery?

  Due to their finish, polished tiles can be quite slippery. 

  
  

  You may be wondering, 'are polished porcelain tiles slippery when wet?' - the answer is yes. 

  
  

  Their smooth finish means they can be quite dangerous and aren't best used for bathroom flooring. 

  
  

  However, being so slippery and water resistant also means that they are easy to clean and great for rooms where there could be frequent spillages or a lot of contact with water since it won't easily damage them.

• What is the difference between glazed tile and polished tile?

  The process of creating glazed and polished tiles is different, therefore creating unique results. 

  
  

  Glazed tiles are coated in a glossy finish which can pool in different areas. 

  
  

  This means that the light reflects differently depending on where the gloss is thicker, creating a pattern that varies for an interesting effect. 

  
  

  Polishing, however, is done with a polishing stone and creates a beautifully consistent finish, leaving your tiles smooth and matching.

  
  

  Both methods leave your tiles shimmering and coated with a dazzling finish, so either could look great as an addition to your room.

• Do polished tiles scratch easily?

  Honed tiles are more scratch resistant than polished so if you have children or pets, or live in an environment where damage is likely to occur, an option like honed tiles may be best for you. 

  
  

  However, polished tiles are still very durable. 

  
  

  As well as this, there is an inevitable risk of damage no matter what tiles you opt for when it comes to flooring. 

  
  

  This is due to the natural wear and tear of daily use.

• Are polished tiles hard to keep clean?

  Polished concrete tiles, or any other polished tile, is remarkably easy to clean since, due to their smooth nature, they are very simple to wipe down. 

  Their glossy finish means you can remove any dirt fairly simply as there aren't any groves or gaps in the materials that will need extra attention or scrubbing. 

  Simply make sure to wipe down your tiles whenever there is a spillage or you notice that they are dirty and they should remain in great shape for you for years to come.

• Questions About Polished Tiles?

  If you have any further questions about polished tiles or our services, make sure to contact us today to make sure you get your ideal tiles as soon as possible! 

  We are tile experts at Amber and are on-hand to answer any questions or queries you may