Color Body porcelain tiles are extremely hard and impermeable, which makes the tiles highly resistant to moisture, staining and wear. In producing this type of porcelain tile, a color pigment is mixed with the clay body powder, giving the finished tile a consistent color throughout the body of the tile. This type of tile withstands temperature extremes, and may be used in exterior applications, including pool linings. However, before selecting any tile for an exterior application, please review

Unlike the types of tile described above, natural stones are not manufactured. They are cut and honed from large blocks of stone which are mined from large stone quarries. Natural stones are obtained from all over the world, and include granite, travertine, marble, limestone and slate. One beautiful characteristic of natural stone is that there may be extreme variation in color and veining from tile to tile. This characteristic is common in many types of stone, and is part of the inherent beauty of using a natural product in your home. Natural stones may also be cut into slabs for use on countertop applications.

Dal-Tile Goes Green

Dal-Tile believes that its commitment to a Healthy Planet includes safe processes as well as safe environments. Dal-Tile has reduced its employee injuries to record low levels worldwide and employs sophisticated dust collection and other air monitoring systems assuring internal and external air quality. Dal-Tile products as referred to in this disclosure refers to Dal-Tile U.S. manufactured products only and customers are advised to check with their local Dal-Tile representative to verify that products purchased comply with the LEED Green Building Rating System (or an other "green" material requirement) or any other customer-required parameter.

Reduce, reuse and recycle (in that order) are vitally important premises that we employ in our manufacturing processes. Dal-Tile has invested significantly in the modernization of our older manufacturing facilities. Dal-Tile is proud of its achievements in contributing to a healthy planet.

Ceramic Tile Care
Glazed ceramic tile requires less floor care than most other flooring types. However, there are things you need to do to maintain the beauty of your ceramic tile floor.