Myths and truths about ceramic tiles

Can they be installed in the swimming pool? And the grills? See answers to frequently asked questions about ceramic tiles

When it comes to home renovations, there are countless questions from customers ceramic coatings🇧🇷

To talk about this type of material so present in Brazilian homes, Cerâmica Atlas brings a special with basic questions and answers on the subject, as well as inspirations for decorating any room with style. Check it out below!

Are they only suitable for indoor environments?

Myth! Ceramic coverings can be applied indoors and outdoors, practically in every room of the house, even on the facades! They are also welcome to integrate spaces, contributing to the visual unity of the project.

For those who prefer creative furnishings, the advice is to create compositions together with different materials. For this, you should consult a specialized professional.

Can they be used in damp and wet environments?

Yes, they can be installed bathrooms, kitchens and laundry rooms.

“It is a coating that has very specific technical characteristics, such as low water absorption and low moisture expansion (EPU), being very resistant. That is why it can be used in different places, not just indoors. In very warm, helps to improve the thermal sensation of the environment and, finally, facilitates installation, maintenance and daily cleaning”, says Cristina Ricciardi Brisighello, director of Atlas.

Can they be installed on floors and walls? And on the barbecue?

Yes, they are perfect for all these cases. As far as walls are concerned, the application is allowed for both masonry constructions and masonry structures drywall. Thanks to its high technical quality and resistance, Atlas stoneware ceramic can also be used in gourmet areas.

To give you an idea, during manufacture, these parts are subjected to a combustion process, in which temperatures exceed 1,100 degrees. In this way the lines are indicated for covering barbecues and wood stoves.

Even the small square and rectangular models are practical for application, as both cutting and adjusting the pieces are easy.

Can they be installed inside swimming pools?

Yup! In this regard, the novelty for the pool areas are the high-definition ceramic tiles, which recall natural materials such as stone.

After the shaping/pressing of the formats and the application of the glazes, the pieces receive a printed surface on their surface, from the images transmitted via computer to the digital printer.

With this it is possible to reproduce details such as veins, textures and variations in shades similar to natural materials, perfect for those who want to create a more rustic environment.

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