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Porcelain Tile - About as Tough a Floor as You Can Buy

The toughest floor money can buy - wood-look, stone-look, and large-format porcelain installed across The Denver Metro Area for life.

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Why porcelain outperforms standard ceramic

Porcelain is fired at a higher temperature from a denser clay than standard ceramic, which leaves it less than 0.5% porous - effectively waterproof - and harder than granite, rated for commercial-level traffic. Artisan Custom Flooring installs porcelain tile in homes and businesses across The Denver Metro Area.

Modern porcelain comes in wood-look planks, marble-look slabs, concrete-look squares, and textured outdoor-rated finishes, which means you can get the look of nearly any natural material without the upkeep that comes with the real thing.

Why porcelain outperforms standard ceramic

Where porcelain is worth specifying

Porcelain is the safest choice for any space that sees heavy use, moisture, or has to hold its value over time. It shrugs off freeze-thaw cycles, resists fading, and stands up to whatever a busy household or business throws at it.

  • Wood-look porcelain planks - the look of hardwood without water-damage risk
  • Large-format slabs (24x48, 32x32) - fewer grout lines and a more open feel
  • Marble and stone-look porcelain - the appearance of natural stone without a sealing schedule
  • Outdoor patios and pool decks - freeze-thaw rated with slip-resistant finishes available
  • Commercial spaces - meets PEI Class 4-5 abrasion ratings for retail and restaurant use
Where porcelain is worth specifying

Installation

Porcelain doesn't forgive an uneven subfloor - especially in large-format and plank shapes, where even 1/8" of dip will telegraph through. We laser-level every floor, use leveling clips on every install, and back-butter each plank for full mortar coverage.

We also use the right tools for the material. Standard wet-saw blades dull quickly on porcelain, so we run rim-segmented diamond blades and a porcelain-rated grinder wheel for clean cuts at outlets, vents, and corners.

Installation

Porcelain Tile - frequently asked questions

Yes - it's denser, less porous, and harder. For floors, wet areas, or anywhere with heavy traffic, the modest price step up from ceramic is worth it.

It's remarkably convincing, especially in wider planks (8"+) with a textured surface. Most people can't tell without getting down for a close look.

The material itself is very hard, but it can crack if the subfloor flexes beneath it. That's why we use uncoupling membranes on plywood subfloors and large-format installs.

It depends on the finish. We recommend matte or textured finishes (DCOF 0.42 or higher) for bathrooms, entries, and outdoor use, and reserve polished porcelain for dry rooms only.

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