200*1000mm Full Body Porcelain Wood Plank Indoor Carrelage Hotel House Home Wooden Floor Tiles

Products Description

Wood tiles have clear surface textures and are visually appealing. Matte finish, providing a more textured feel, visually appealing, and sophisticated.

The surface of wood tiles is glazed, which allows for a highly realistic replication of wooden textures and grains.

Right straight angle, good flatness, easy to lay, good clean up

Full body porcelain wood tiles have excellent moisture-proof, waterproof, and anti-corrosion properties, as well as outstanding resistance to acid and alkali.

Wood tiles exude a natural, warm, and unpretentious vibeMatte finish, providing a more textured feel, visually appealing, and sophisticated.

The full-bodied porcelain body originates from Foshan and features low water absorption, excellent flatness, no need for soaking, high hardness, and increased durability.

Smooth texture, resistant to dirt, and easy to maintain.

No formaldehyde, good environmental protection, wood grain tiles itself is the raw material of natural clay, after high temperature firing and become, there will be no formaldehyde presence, has a very good environmental performance.

**I. What are Wood Tiles?** Wood tiles, as the name suggests, are high-end ceramic split tiles with a realistic wood texture on their surface. They outperform solid wood flooring in various aspects, serving as an excellent substitute. Their surface texture and lines are clear and distinct, giving them an incredibly appealing appearance. Since wood tiles are essentially tiles, they can be categorized into three types based on their surface gloss: matte, glossy, and soft-gloss. **II. Classification of Wood Grain Tiles** 1. Full Porcelain and Semi-Porcelain Full porcelain wood tiles have a cleaner body, higher density, and very low water absorption, making them durable and not requiring soaking before installation. Their lifespan is long. On the other hand, semi-porcelain tiles are generally less hard and less flat, prone to cracking, and must be soaked before installation, with a limited lifespan. 2. Square Edges and Round Edges The main difference between these two lies in the size of the gaps after installation. Square edges are easier to lay, resulting in smaller gaps, while round edges can lead to gap as wide as 3-4mm, which looks unappealing. Can be avoided? Absolutely not, as wood tiles are tiles and require gaps between them to accommodate expansion and contraction due to temperature changes. Without gaps, they could crack under heat expansion. **III. Advantages of Wood Tiles** 1. Clear texture and high aesthetics: Their glazed surface presents like wood textures and grains, naturally warm and unpretentious, avoiding the drawbacks of wooden floors like monotonous textures and color fading. 2. Moisture-proof, waterproof, and corrosion-resistant: Being porcelain, they have excellent moisture-proof, waterproof, and corrosion-resistant properties, as well as good resistance to acids and alkalis. 3. No formaldehyde and good environmental friendliness: Made from natural clay and fired at high temperatures, they contain no formaldehyde, ensuring high environmental friendliness. 4. High surface hardness and good wear resistance: Their surface is highly resistant to wear and scratching, and they won't buckle or deform. 5. Easy maintenance and long lifespan: Wood tiles are easy to maintain, requiring no regular waxing like wooden floors. They also have good flame retardancy and can last 10 to 20 years. 6. Good thermal conductivity: As porcelain materials, wood tiles conduct heat well, providing a comfortable temperature in spaces with underfloor heating. **IV. Comparison with Solid Wood Flooring**1. Gap: Wood tiles, being tiles, have noticeable and relatively large gaps between them, while wooden floors fit tightly, with no visible gaps. 2. Flatness: Wood tiles may be less flat due to the necessary gaps, while wooden floors generally have higher flatness. 3. Environmental friendliness: Wood floors, made from glued wood layers, often contain more formaldehyde, whereas wood tiles are environmentally friendly, made from natural clay. 4. Performance: - Wood floors are less wear-resistant, less resistant to scratches and impacts, and can be easily damaged. They require regular maintenance and are not suitable for humid areas. - Wood tiles are more wear-resistant, resistant to scratches, water, and moisture. They are flame retardant, require no maintenance, and have a longer lifespan, but feel colder underfoot with less natural texture. **V. Installation Process of Wood Grain Tiles** 1. Leveling: Before installation, level the ground using a mixture of semi-wet cement and sand. 2. Mortar: Mix cement mortar, usually using 32.5-grade cement. Soak the wood grain tiles before applying the mortar, which should be 20-30mm thick on the bottom. 3. Laying: Determine the layout, lay the tiles on the leveled surface, and gently tap them down with a wooden mallet. Place heavy objects on any lifted tiles. 4. Check for flatness and grouting: Before the mortar dries, check the tiles' flatness and the gap size (usually 1.5-2mm). Correct any issues promptly. After cleaning the gaps, apply grout. This comprehensive guide covers all aspects of wood tiles, from their definition and classification to their advantages, comparison with wooden floors, and installation process.