Myths about cheap bathroom tiles

by | Nov 19, 2020 | DIY Tips

Tiles are generally assumed to be expensive. It does not always have to be so. We take a look at some of the myths surrounding cheap bathroom tiles.

There is a lot to consider when you choose your bathroom tiles. You will have to take into consideration everything, starting from budget and material to the style and finish of the tiles, all of these come into play when you are choosing bathroom tiles. The last thing you would want to do is to install tiles which you know will need repairs or replacements pretty soon. Tiles should be picked and installed in such a way that they provide us with plenty of years of usage without issues. This whole process can be quite an expensive one. This is the very reason why a lot of homeowners look for tiling options that are more affordable and fit into their budget more easily.

Ideally, for bathrooms, you would want to pick tiles that are well suited for environments that get wet a lot. This can, however, seem like a very difficult task, the task of finding tiles for bathrooms that are of proper quality and ones that also have a price tag that is reasonable. Tiles are the perfect solution in maintaining the new sparkle of the bathroom. The fact that there are competitively priced tiles which are also of extremely high quality is good news for most homeowners looking to install tiles in their bathrooms. Also, just because they are priced reasonably and competitively, does not automatically make these tiles be of poorer quality. In this article, we are here to bust some of the myths about budget tiles. Once you go through this write-up, you will see that low-cost tiles can also make a very nice and big impact visually without the need to break the bank.

 

Myth 1: Cheap tiles lack quality

This is a very simple fact of nature, whenever we find something that seems too good to be true, it usually is too good to be true. That is not the case at all with budget bathroom tiles. Decorating bathrooms can be expensive. Many homeowners think that because of the expenses they will have to go for cheaper tiles which will be compromised in terms of quality. In actual fact, there are a ton of options available in the market which does not adhere to the above statement, they are within a reasonable budget and also of pretty decent quality. While installing tiles can be an expensive process, with the availability of so many high quality tiles that are affordable, you can quite easily get tiles which fit your budget and will leave the guests of your home and bathroom being none the wiser. Tiling technology has gotten that good. Most people will simply not be able to tell that you have cheap tiles installed in your bathrooms. They will instead be left in awe of your awesome decoration and design skills.

 

Myth 2: Budget tiles weather much more easily

The fact that tiles are so tough and also durable, especially tiles made for the bathroom, makes them the perfect choice for bathrooms that experience a lot of traffic. Tiles are able to absorb minor shocks and the fact that they are waterproof makes them much more ideal than paint. It also means that tiles will last longer than just simple paint. The fact that there are so many tiles available in the market these days, means that you can get some pretty amazing tiles for your bathrooms at prices that are very affordable and reasonable. So just rest assured; installing tiles in your bathrooms is a wonderful idea and an idea that you will not regret anytime soon. It does not matter what your budget is.

Myth 3: Low-cost tiles are difficult to clean

Just how regularly you may need to clean your tiles depends completely on your choice of tiles. It depends on whether you choose to go for a polished or matte finish but this does not mean that they will be difficult to clean and to maintain. The fact of the matter is that tiles are much easier to clean than other alternatives such as paint or wallpaper. This makes them perfect for the wet and humid conditions of the bathroom. If you do go for the glossy finished tiles, you will need to take regular care of them. But the best part is that even these tiles are extremely easy to clean which means that scuffs and spills can be managed and wiped away very easily and quickly. If you got for the matte finish tiles, these tiles will camouflage all minor marks. Then there is also the added benefit that these tiles have anti-slip properties which is another highly desirable trait when designing bathrooms.

 

Myth 4: They crack easily

As a general rule of thumb, just know that tiles are meant to last a very long time indeed. When you combine durability and their scratch-resistant properties, you get to understand just how hard-wearing tiles are. Therefore cracks and abrasions are very much not common and most are anomalies. It is true that accidents are bound to happen at some point or another and in domestic bathrooms that experience a lot of traffic, there is bound to be some wear and tear. This does not, however, mean that replacing a cracked tile will be something that is too demanding. You should ideally always make sure that you have several spare tiles available just in case. Then, with a bit of DIY and TLC, you can make any amendments necessary to any areas that are facing problems.

As you can see, many of the common assumptions that many homeowners have regarding tiles of the cheaper variety are simply not true. With so many different options available in the market, you can find plenty of tiles for your bathrooms that will suit both your design and also your budget.

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