Glass tiles, what are its properties?
To date, glass tiles account for only 5% of the total market share of finishing materials. Meanwhile, it has a number of characteristics that ceramic tiles have, plus some of its features. Now even a special glass-ceramic tile has already been produced, which has the properties of both. For example, it is equipped with a ceramic base and glass lining.
So, back to the topic, what are the characteristics of the glass sheet itself?
- First, this mechanical strength and high wear resistance .She practically does not wear out and struggles with difficulty.
- Secondly, is resistant to detergent chemicals .Also, you can not be afraid, if this or that drink is spilled, the surface will remain untainted.
- Third, the absolute security .Even if the glass breaks, it does not have sharp edges, so it does not hurt. Also safe and tile for the floor is glass, as it is completely non-slip, therefore, will not let slip and fall.
- Fourthly, is able to create incredibly beautiful interiors of .The glass is volume, has many colors, can be painted in various shades and decorated with interior decoration.
Glass tiles for kitchen and bathroom, what is the secret of beauty?
One of the most modern trends in the design of the kitchen is the manufacture of an apron of glass or mosaic tiles. Due to the transparent background, droplets and water splashes are less visible on such a surface. The material itself can be of various shapes, colors and sizes. Typical size is usually 20x20, 10x10 mm. The shape can be hexagonal, rectangular, square, angular and even round.
Separately, the glass mosaic tile stands out - these are small squares gathered together. Each square has its own color, and in some cases a feeling of "absent-mindedness" of the space is created, as if it dazzles in the eyes. Therefore, the glass mosaic tile should be carefully selected according to color. At the same time, these same squares reflect the sun's rays in a unique way.
The main advantage of both tiles is the magnificent design. That is why it is used for finishing modern interiors. The surface can be smooth, matte, fluted. It can also imitate silver, ice, marble, granite, gold and other materials. There are even special design projects, when inside the glass are placed those or other images( for example, flowers).
Laying of glass tiles
The installation of mosaic tiles, as well as typical glass tiles, has a number of features. But for the beginning the base is leveled, shpatlyuetsya and primed. Further on the surface to be removed, the center should be noted. For example, this is a room, then mark the middle from one edge of the wall to the other. If this is an apron of the kitchen, then the most obscured part is selected. This place is marked by a horizontal and vertical line. With it, and the application will begin.
Further in a special container the solution for tile application is diluted. It consists of 3 parts of sand, 1 part of cement and 1.5 parts of lime dough and water( added to the eye until a viscous liquid is obtained).The mixture is laid on the base with a thickness of about 3-4 mm. After this, the tiles are attached alternately( from the center).
Grouting is also done with a special mortar consisting of lime and cement( with an approximate ratio of 1.5: 1).The joints between the tiles should be small - about 3 mm. At the final stage, after drying the grout, the surplus composition is washed off, the tile is washed.