How to Choose the Right Ceramic for Your Garage

4 Key Tips on Choosing Ceramic for Your Garage

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Resistance and Durability

First and foremost, durability and resistance are key.

The floor in a garage must be of high quality to withstand the weight and movement of vehicles and people, as well as constant friction between tires and the floor surface. Therefore, ceramic suitable for indoor use is not always appropriate for a garage.

The ideal option in these conditions is PEI 5 ceramic. This code (Porcelain Enamel Institute) indicates the floor's resistance level, where 0 is the most fragile and 5 is the most durable.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Tile in a garage should also be easy to clean and maintain. This is because such floors are constantly exposed to dirt from the vehicle itself and the surrounding environment, including rain, dust, and various types of mud.

Therefore, avoid floors with hard-to-clean details and many joints. The larger the tiles or the more monolithic the floor, the easier it is to keep it clean and maintain accordingly.

The ideal option in these conditions is PEI 5 ceramic. This code (Porcelain Enamel Institute) indicates the floor's resistance level, where 0 is the most fragile and 5 is the most durable.

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Non-Slip

Ceramic for a garage must also be non-slip. This prevents accidents such as slipping and even vehicle skidding.

This type of ceramic protects the garage not only from rainwater but also from possible oil drips that typically run off vehicles. This combination can be very dangerous for people moving around this space.

Another advantage of non-slip ceramic in a garage is that it prevents falls and slipping during car washing or garage cleaning, not to mention how this type of ceramic reduces the unpleasant noise usually made by tires when contacting hard smooth surfaces. Non-slip ceramic is generally more textured and rough compared to polished floors, where the surface is completely smooth.

Another option for non-slip ceramic in a garage is rubberized ceramic tile. Both options serve the purpose of protecting people moving through this space.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Tile in a garage should also be easy to clean and maintain. This is because such floors are constantly exposed to dirt from the vehicle itself and the surrounding environment, including rain, dust, and various types of mud.

Therefore, avoid floors with hard-to-clean details and many joints. The larger the tiles or the more monolithic the floor, the easier it is to keep it clean and maintain accordingly.

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