Tile Flashcards
1
Q
Quarry Tile
A
- glazed of unglazed
- stain resistant
- earthy tones
2
Q
Ceramic Tile
A
- if smaller than 6” square, then a mosaic
- glazed or unglazed
3
Q
Five Basic Types
A
- Wall
- ceramic mosiac
- quarry
- paver
- glazed
4
Q
Production Method
A
- dust-press (large presses to shape tile out of dry clay)
- extrusion (uses machines to cut tile from a wetter and more melleable clay extruded through a die)
- slush-mold
- ram-press
5
Q
Density & Porosity of Ceramic Tiles
A
Non virtreous (highest rate of absorption)
semi-virtrious (lower absorption)
vitreous - low water
impervious tile - virtually waterproof - hospitals
6
Q
Safety Factors
A
- tests for tiles
- COF (coefficient of friction); at least .50 COF for flooring; kitchen has to have at least .80 wet
