Floor tiles on the wall

In this article we are going to talk about floor tiles used on the walls. Porcelain is the most popular material for floor tiles at the minute. Floor tiles have wonderful versatility with high strength, durbility and low water absorbtion.

When used on the walls these can create a seamless and elegant look for commercial or residential property. It is very important to consider the fact that floor tiles are usualy heavier and thicker than wall tiles and appropriate support like boarding has to be in place in absence of the solid wall.

 Porcelain floor tiles have a very realistic print with multiple faces and a special glazing with a long-lasting performance which are the most important benefits on which you should count when you are using floor tiles on the walls.

When and why  you should consider floor tiles on the wall

Porcelain floor tiles are fired at very high temperature which makes them more dense and durable than ceramic tiles.

Let's have a look at the key features for floor tiles:

1. Usually a porcelain floor tile has 0.5% less water absorbtion than ceramic one which means they have higher resistance for the moisture in the wet rooms and kitchen spaces. Their special glazing offers protection agains stains and impregnation.                     
2. Strength and durability- Floor tiles are hardwearing and suitable for heavy traffic. On the walls these will be perfect for against scratches and colour fading.                        
3. Beautiful and very realistic pattern - Nowadays technology excels in creating natural  prints for different materials like stone, travertine, marble and wood and many more.

   Fossil Travertine floor porcelain tiles 60x60cm

                                                                                                                                             Weight consideration: Porcelain floor tiles are thicker and heavier than traditional wall tiles which means the walls have to prepared accordingly with special back-boarding. Backboard is a thin material which is very reliable in terms of strength.

          A flexible adhesive has to be  used for large and heavy tiles.

          Installation has to be done following all the steps: wall preparation with primer and corresponding accessories.

Character Blue Marble gloss porcelain tiles 60x60cm

                                                             Special glazing:

              Floor tiles made from porcelain have their protective glazing against scratching and fading which make them ideal for  shower cubicles, kitchen backsplashes and entrance feature walls.

Norwich Dark Oak Matt Glazed Porcelain 20x120cm.

                                                        A seamless look:

           Using the same tiles on the floor and the walls creates a cohesive and elegant look, for a larger and more spacious look of the area.

Icaro Blue Gloss Marble Effect Tiles 600x1200mm

 The key points to conclude with in this article: Floor tiles can be used on the walls, these will provide  high durability, better water resistance and a hardwearing surface.

These are perfect for family bathrooms, kitchens, living rooms and commmercial spaces. Even if their weight requires more attention at the installation it will pay off with a luxurious feel for a long time.

If you are thinking to revamp your kitchen, bathroom or maybe to transform a space  adding a feature wall, porcelain floor tiles will bring strength and beauty with a versatile and low maintenance material. For more inspiration and ideas have a look through our collections of floor tiles!