Tile

Question 1

Quarry Tile

Answer 1

• glazed of unglazed
• stain resistant
• earthy tones

Question 2

Ceramic Tile

Answer 2

• if smaller than 6” square, then a mosaic

- glazed or unglazed

Question 3

Five Basic Types

Answer 3

• Wall
• ceramic mosiac
• quarry
• paver
• glazed

Question 4

Production Method

Answer 4

• 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

Question 5

Density & Porosity of Ceramic Tiles

Answer 5

Non virtreous (highest rate of absorption)
semi-virtrious (lower absorption)
vitreous - low water
impervious tile - virtually waterproof - hospitals

Question 6

Safety Factors

Answer 6

• tests for tiles

- COF (coefficient of friction); at least .50 COF for flooring; kitchen has to have at least .80 wet