Pros and Cons of Matte and Gloss Tiles

 

Both natural stones and porcelain tiles are available in a variety of surface treatment or finish. Matte and gloss are two most finishes for stones and tiles.

This blog compares the upsides and downsides of tiles with these surface finishes.

Matte Tiles –

Stones and tiles with matte finish give a low sheen appearance to your floors and wall. They help you create a smooth surface, but not as smooth as gloss tiles.

Pros –

• These tiles do not require extensive and exclusive maintenance. They have a smooth yet strong surface that is able to avoid daily wear. However, they should not be abused on purpose just to check their potential.
• The best part of matte finish is its rustic look. You can use these tiles to achieve a classic, worn out look in your home interior.
• Anti-slip is another attractive feature that makes these tiles a great pick for bathrooms, kitchens, and laundry room where slippery on wet floors is a major concern.

Cons –

• Matte tile floors often get difficult stains.
• These tiles do not reflect, and because of that, they might not be a wise choice for smaller rooms.
• Scratches are also common, but these tiles can hide minor scratches to some extent.

Gloss Tiles –

Tiles with gloss finish have a glass like shine. They are smooth, shiny, and reflective.

Pros –

• These tiles are super easy to clean. Stains do not absorb, and you can wipe them even if they have dried and hardened.
• Gloss tiles make smaller rooms appear larger. Thanks to their reflect!
• They are highly water resistant. Meaning, they can be used in bathrooms and kitchens.

Cons –

• Gloss tiles are highly slippery too. That means, using them for the flooring of your bathroom might cause accidents and injuries. They should better used on walls.
• Due to shine and reflect, the dust and dirt on the tile surface is easily visible.
• You will need to remove dust more often to maintain the shine and look of your tiles.

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