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Understanding Floor Tiles - Kalafrana Ceramics Tiles Sydney

Floors tiles can be one of the most misunderstood products on the market.  There are different formats, textures, glazes and materials to choose from.  At
Kalafrana Ceramics
Sydney showroom, we take our time to make sure that clients are fully aware of all the pros and cons of there choice of floor tile. Floors can be classified as glazed and vitrified, with either a matt, honed or polished finish. 

Glazed tiles can come with either a clay/ceramic body or a porcelain body with a hard wearing coating applied to it.  These tiles are durable, require no ongoing maintenance or sealing, easy to clean, greater scope in design and look, and most cost effective.  They generally come in matt, satin and gloss finishes for walls and matt/satin finishes for floors.  A semi polished lapato version is also being introduced.  Great for all internal applications be it wall or floor. 

Vitrified tiles are a porcelain-based body with hardly any porosity.  They are an extremely hardwearing, durable surface.  The solid colors and dotted (salt and pepper) range are true vitrified tiles with the same color through the body.  The lines with any movement or design in the top face are generally double charged - where the design is only on the top layer, with a similar base underneath.  The benefit of vitrified tiles is that they can come in matt, honed, textured (outdoor), and polished finishes.  The major drawback is as the tile has no actual glaze they can be harder to clean in the matt finish, and may require sealing in the honed or polished version. 

A new product from Spain is the
glass coated range
of tiles.  They are a porcelain tile with a glaze, then a final glaze of glass.  As the glass is polished, not the tile as in a typical polished porcelain, there is no need for sealing as no pin holes open up on the polishing stage.  Also as it's a glaze print, the manufacturers can imitate stone to such a degree it's hard to tell the difference to the real thing.  The glass finish also gives a higher shine and adds depth to the shine.  These are ideal where a client wants polished stone(marble, travertine, etc) but does not want the maintenance required with the real product. 

So as you can see there are a few things to consider.  When you visit our showroom we take the time to go through all the above with you - so you make the correct choice, and select a tile that suits you.

Wm Zinsser, William 03688 Covers UP Stain Sealing Ceiling Paint
Wm Zinsser, William 03688 Covers UP Stain Sealing Ceiling Paint
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A low odor aerosol that is a stain killer and ceiling touch up paint in 1. Zinsser stain blocking primer has been incorporated into this new generation product. The flat white finish matches most new acoustical ceiling tiles and white ceiling paints. Its

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  • Rust-Oleum
  • 3688
  • Stain & Finish
  • White
Rejuvenate Floor Cleaner Seal & Restore - Floor Cleaners for Cleaning Hardwood Linoleum Tile
Rejuvenate Floor Cleaner Seal & Restore - Floor Cleaners for Cleaning Hardwood Linoleum Tile
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Remove and neutralize the residue left by other floor cleaners. Most floor cleaners leave a chemical residue that builds up over time. Rejuvenate Clean & Revive is specially formulated to prepare your floors before you apply Rejuvenate for a smooth, flawless finish. It's safe for use on top of Rejuvenated surfaces too! The Clean & Revive Maintenance Concentrates makes up to 54 additional spray bottles so you'll never run out!

Features

  • Keep your floors looking showroom new!
  • Prepares floors before you Rejuvenate
  • Neutralizes & removes other cleaner residue and leaves surface film free
  • Safely cleans surface
  • Maintains & prolongs shine & luster when used weekly.
Dap 18001 White Kwik-Seal All-Purpose Caulk 5.5-Ounce
Dap 18001 White Kwik-Seal All-Purpose Caulk 5.5-Ounce
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All purpose sealer and caulk, paintable, permanently flexible, waterproof. Sticks tight to any tile, wood, porcelain, metal, plaster, glass, and other construction materials. No. 18001: White, 5.5 oz. tube No. 18008: Clear, 5.5 oz. tube No. 18013: Almond,

Features

  • Flexible, paintable, all-purpose caulk professionals trust for an easy to apply, long-lasting seal
  • Flexible tub and tile caulk
  • White
  • 6 oz
Tile and Grout Sealing Company
Tile and Grout Sealing Company
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Still Life Drawing Board, Pipe, Onions and Sealing-Wax By Vincent Van Gogh Tile Trivet
Still Life Drawing Board, Pipe, Onions and Sealing-Wax By Vincent Van Gogh Tile Trivet
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Still Life Drawing Board, Pipe, Onions and Sealing-Wax painting by Vincent Van Gogh on a ceramic tile! The tile with Still Life Drawing Board, Pipe, Onions and Sealing-Wax painted by Vincent Van Gogh is a perfect gift for any lover or collector of art. The high resolution image is imprinted onto a ceramic tile through heat, therefore the painting of Still Life Drawing Board, Pipe, Onions and Sealing-Wax by Van Gogh will never fade away.

Features

  • Ceramic Tile Trivet
  • Great Gift - Great Quality - Imprinted in the USA
  • Measure at 4.25" x 4.25" x .25
  • Can be used as a coaster, tile trivet, hot plate, decorative piece
  • High Gloss Finish, High Quality with Lasting Durability
Aquamix 20372 Penetrating Water Based Sealer for Ceramic Tile and Stone, Quart
Aquamix 20372 Penetrating Water Based Sealer for Ceramic Tile and Stone, Quart
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Aqua Mix Penetrating Sealer is a no-sheen, natural-look penetrating sealer designed to protect against stains.Aqua Mix Penetrating Sealer is recommended for dense, smooth, or polished surfaces, including: natural stone such as granite, limestone, marble, slate and travertine, porcelain, quarry, saltillo, terra cotta, cement pavers, masonry surfaces, and other porous tile and grout where a natural look is desired.

Features

  • Penetrating sealer
  • Lasts up to 5-Year
  • Natural look
  • Safe water based
  • Economy grade
Dap 18372 Ready-To-Use Kwik Seal Grout Repair 4-Ounce
Dap 18372 Ready-To-Use Kwik Seal Grout Repair 4-Ounce
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DAP 18372 Kwik Seal Grout RepairA ready-to-use, water-resistant compound for small interior ceramic and mosaic wall tile installation and repair jobs. It offers superior stain resistance and requires no sealing. Cleans up easily with soap and water. Non-sanded.DAP 18372 Kwik Seal Grout Repair Features:; Water resistant compound for small interior ceramic and mosaic wall tile installation and repair jobs; Offers superior stain resistance and requires no sealing; Cleans up easily with soap and water; Non-sanded; Ready to use formula; 4 ozDAP 18372 Kwik Seal Grout Repair Specifications; Unit Size: 4 oz; Color: Arctic White

Features

  • Water resistant compound for small interior ceramic and mosaic wall tile installation and repair jobs
  • Offers superior stain resistance and requires no sealing
  • Cleans up easily with soap and water
  • Non-sanded
  • Ready to use formula
Rejuvenate Porous Surface Renewer & Sealer - Floor Sealer For Outdoors, Concrete, Vinyl, Basements, Patios, Garage Floors, and Driveways. Excellent Product For Sealing Pourous Surfaces.
Rejuvenate Porous Surface Renewer & Sealer - Floor Sealer For Outdoors, Concrete, Vinyl, Basements, Patios, Garage Floors, and Driveways. Excellent Product For Sealing Pourous Surfaces.
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Now you can simply spray on instant protection against stains, oil, grease, salt and moisture to keep your surfaces looking brand new! It creates a barrier on your surface to lock out water and moisture to help prevent cracking in colder climates. Although this is not a fungicide, it will aid in the retarding of growth of mold and mildew in warmer climates.It also seals small cracks and crevices on sidewalks and pavers to help stop weed growth and puts on a beautiful long lasting shine. Environmentally friendly and safe to use around plants and pets.

Features

  • Seals & protects all porous surfaces
  • Easy spray-on application
  • Earth-friendy, animal-safe & non-toxic
  • Low VOCs
  • Odor & fume free
Express Sealing and Professional Caulking Kit -Pro Caulk
Express Sealing and Professional Caulking Kit -Pro Caulk
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Pro Caulk- Professional Caulking KitPro Caulk is the answer to all your sealing needs. It's the only tool that guarantees a perfect finish in seconds! Its the only hassle free way to a perfect, professional seal in seconds.Whether you are using silicone, acrylic plastics, or other filler compounds, Pro Caulk will quickly create a neat, durable seal every time!Pro Caulk - Apply silicone with a perfect finish! The only hassle free way to apply silicone with a perfect finish.Features:Great for bathrooms to smooth tile grout, seal joints on basins, showers and toilets Great for the kitchen to seal joints on counter tops, smooth tile grout, seal joints on sinks and taps Great for working on cars, trailers and boats Ideal for hobbies like model making and sealing joints on aquariums Choose from a variety of sealing edges, sizes and shapes (90 degree angles, 45 degrees, concave seals, in between tiles etc) Kit includes:Tool 1 with 4 edges for larger sealing tasks Tool 2 with 4 edges for smaller sealing tasks & grouting Mini-tool for hard to reach places Silicone remover tool to remove old silicone 1 tube of silicone (for larger jobs you may want to purchase extra tubes from you local building supply store where it will come in different colors as well as formulations for different uses)

Features

  • Pro Caulk is the only hassle-free way to apply silicone with no mess
  • Perfect finish every time
  • Makes finishing easier
Stonetech Grout Sealer - 1 Qt.
Stonetech Grout Sealer - 1 Qt.
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Always test in a small inconspicuous area with a 24-hour cure time to determine ease of application and desired results. Allow new grout installations to cure for a minimum of 72 hours prior to application. Make sure surface is clean, dry and free of waxes and coatings. Mask off and protect any baseboards or adjacent areas to avoid splashing and overspray onto surfaces not intended to be treated. Liberally apply using a paint pad, low-pressure chemical-resistant sprayer, narrow roller or natural hairbrush, focusing on the grout joints. Allow sealer to completely penetrate into the grout, 5-15 minutes. Liberally apply a second coat following steps 3-4. Wipe up all sealer from the surface of the tile. Use a clean, dry, lint-free, cotton towel or mop to remove excess sealer. If sealer was not completely wiped off and a residue appears, wipe entire surface with a towel dampened with sealer. Use a white nylon pad to loosen residue and follow with a clean, white absorbent towel to remove. A full cure is achieved after 24-48 hours; foot traffic may begin in 4 hours. Cover with red rosin paper, if foot traffic must resume before the recommended time periods have passed.

Features

  • Provides heavy duty, natural look protection for grout on ceramic and porcelain tile.
  • Advanced, water-based fluorochemicals to protect against tough oil & water-based stains.
  • Grout will be easier to clean and stay clean longer.
  • Water-based low-solids coating
  • Interior & Exterior Quart: 150-250 sq. ft.
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