Porcelain slabs are an innovative product that has become increasingly popular among homeowners and interior designers. Due to its hardness, durability, and low absorbency, it's the ideal material for kitchen countertops. It's a creative and practical choice perfect for the discerning homeowner.
Produced using thinner clay and higher temperatures, porcelain is denser and harder than ceramic. As a result, it's scratch-resistant and heat-resistant. Moreover, it's slightly less porous than ceramic, making it easier to clean and maintain. Already widely used in Europe, porcelain countertops are now becoming popular in the US for good reason.
Porcelain slabs are an innovative product that has become increasingly popular among homeowners and interior designers. Due to its hardness, durability, and low absorbency, it's the ideal material for kitchen countertops. It's a creative and practical choice perfect for the discerning homeowner.
Produced using thinner clay and higher temperatures, porcelain is denser and harder than ceramic. As a result, it's scratch-resistant and heat-resistant. Moreover, it's slightly less porous than ceramic, making it easier to clean and maintain. Already widely used in Europe, porcelain countertops are now becoming popular in the US for good reason.
The uses for porcelain slabs and countertops include bathrooms, workspaces, and kitchens. They can be used in interior areas like kitchen countertops, receptions counters, bathroom vanities, bathroom walls, and more.
Countertops made of porcelain are chosen because they are hardwearing and hold up under daily activities. They can be sized to fit large and small counters, meaning they also offer versatility in spaces of different sizes.
Additionally, porcelain slabs are extremely versatile and are great for wall coverings. Other popular installations include porcelain slab shower walls and porcelain slab backsplashes.
The advantages of porcelain slabs include affordability, versatility, scratch resistance, stain resistance, and heat resistance. Porcelain slabs are also non-porous and making them suitable for use outdoors where they can withstand moisture and heat. Therefore, porcelain slabs work well in showers and other high-moisture areas.
Porcelain slabs come in an incredible number of shades and several sleek finishes. Popular designs include marble-look Carrara porcelain slabs and onyx-look porcelain slabs, which mimic the jaw-dropping beauty of natural stones while offering durability and practicality. They are available in matte, natural, and glossed finishes.
Porcelain slabs have an excellent reputation for being easy to clean and maintain. A mild detergent and warm water are all that is needed for removing most stains. Regular dusting or wiping down with non-abrasive cloths is ideal for keeping dust and debris at bay on porcelain kitchen and bathroom countertops.
Moreover, due to their low porosity, they do not require sealing and are stain resistant.
Our selection of porcelain countertops can be viewed and purchased directly from our website. We also have showroom locations where you can view samples of the tile in person. Otherwise, porcelain slabs and countertops can be purchased from other select hardware suppliers and commercial chains such as Lowes and Home Depot.
Including installation, the cost of porcelain slabs will range between $55 and $125 per square foot. Thicker slabs will usually be on the higher end of this price range.
Porcelain slabs boast high chip resistance. However, they can break if dropped, improperly cut, or if a heavy blunt object is dropped on its surface.
Truthfully, any type of slab or tile can cause slips and falls. Fortunately, porcelain slabs come in both matte and glossy finishes so they offer varying amounts of slip resistance. Glossy porcelain slabs pose a higher risk of slips, so area rugs and mats are recommended in high-traffic areas. Porcelain shower slabs should be high quality and finished to perform well in wet areas.
Porcelain slabs are extremely strong and durable. When properly installed, porcelain slab countertops and more can easily last your home for 20 years or longer.
Porcelain slabs are not as heavy as slabs made of natural stone. They have significant weight, which helps them hold up under daily usage, but they won’t be as heavy as marble, granite, or limestone.
Most of the time, the largest porcelain slabs available are either 118" x 69" or 126" x 63". The thickness of these tiles tends to range from 6mm to 12mm depending on where the slab needs to be used.
