Non Rectified Ceramic Tiles
Rectified tiles are ceramic or porcelain tiles that have been precisely ground and machined to give them near perfect straight edges and exact dimensions.
Non rectified ceramic tiles. Precise edges mean that the grout joint can be smaller so wood look tile can have a grout joint as narrow as 3 16 of an inch. Find rectified tile at lowe s today. The non rectified edges round out the casual feel of this tile. These tiles provide a very clean symmetrical look and allow for extremely fine grout lines of 3mm or less typically using unsanded grout which is most appropriate for thin grout lines.
Non rectified tiles. This keeps the tile lines from moving and prevents the tiles from damaging. Both porcelain and ceramic tiles can create up to a 1 5 variation in size during the firing process. The edges of the modern tile are sharp corners are exactly 90 degrees and every porcelain tile is perfectly flat.
Rectified tile is fired tile ceramic or porcelain tile that has been mechanically cut or ground down to an exact size. If you are going for that smooth seamless look. The first non rectified or pressed tile back has a regular border around the edges. Because rectified tiles may be more prone to edge chipping a very fine bevel is added to the edge for protection.
Additionally the edges are usually precisely cut at a square. The look is reminiscent of reclaimed barn wood slightly weathered and distressed in shades of beige and taupe. These next two images focus on the back of the tile. What it is.
These salvage musk porcelain tiles deliver the beautiful eye pleasing ambiance of antique hardwood without the worry. Many of the wood look tiles available have rectified edges which means that their edges are very straight and consistent. Since it applies only to the tile s edges it is called an edge treatment. Non rectified tiles have not undergone additional grinding processes and are usually sorted according to their real dimensions and calibers after firing along the edges tiles present a slight bevel which is why we recommend laying non rectified porcelain stoneware with 3 to 4 mm grout joints.
Non rectified tile are tiles with natural uneven edges that require a wider grout line. Non rectified tile is less expensive due to the extra manufacturing processes. Rectification simply affects the kind of edges the tile has which in turn means that rectified tile is ideal for specific types of tile installation. Rectified tiles are porcelain or ceramic tiles that have been ground down to be perfect and uniform in size and shape.