Tiles for terraces, the best options

When choosing a terrace tile, many factors must be taken into account. In addition to their suitability from a design point of view, outdoor surfaces require special technical characteristics. Thickened ceramic tiles meet all quality standards while offering a wide range of looks, colors and formats to adapt to any project.

Advantages of 20mm thick ceramics

Terrace tiles with 20mm thickness have important advantages, both from a technical and design point of view. These are the most outstanding ones: 

• It is a non-porous material that practically does not absorb water, so cleaning and daily maintenance is much easier. It is also unaffected by chemicals and natural elements such as mold and mildew.
• They have greater strength and durability than other exterior paving. The 20 mm tiles hardly deteriorate over time. 
• They are uniformly thick, making them easier to install.
• They have a slip-resistant finish that helps create a safe environment for slips and falls. They are also resistant to frost and the materials, such as salt, that we use to combat it. 
• They enhance visual continuity, as the same collection has different thicknesses and finishes for indoor and outdoor installation. 

One tile, multiple ways of outdoor installation

Thick tiles for outdoor use stand out for their versatility. The different installation systems allow applications that go far beyond terraces and balconies. Let’s see: 

• Dry systems: 20 mm tiles can be laid directly on grass, gravel or sand. In this way, their use goes beyond the terrace and makes it possible to create paths at the entrance to the house, in parks, beaches, swimming pools and public spaces. It also facilitates drainage thanks to the space between the tiles.
• On adhesive: This is the most common installation method for terraces and other outdoor areas. Among its advantages are: high resistance to loads, resistance to chemical and atmospheric agents…
• Raised floors: The raised floor option is perfect for covering terraces and balconies, as it provides a straight surface with optimum drainage. In addition, it is quicker to install and allows for easy checking of the condition of the installations below.

Porcelain tile with stone, wood or cement look for outdoors

Undoubtedly, one of the great advantages of porcelain tile is its infinite variety of designs. Exterior paving is no exception and offers options to suit any project, regardless of its decorative style.

• Porcelain tile 20mm cement look. From urban balconies to minimalist terraces. The 20mm cement look porcelain tile is a safe bet for outdoor spaces. The subtlety in the design of collections such as Acron, Concorde or Midtown proves it. 
• The charm of natural stone. Natural stone has always been one of the most widely used materials for exterior paving. In the hands of porcelain stoneware, it gains in versatility and resistance without losing its ability to integrate a home into its natural environment. Proof of this are collections such as Reload, Borneo or Cronos, which update the design of some of the most appreciated materials in architecture. 
• The warmth of wood, even outdoors. One of the great advantages of porcelain tile is its chameleon-like personality and its ability to reproduce the design and texture of all types of materials. Collections such as Nebraska and Yukon bring the warmth of natural wood to terraces and outdoor spaces. In the case of Yukon, it also has special pieces for use as swimming pool paving.