But it's still amazing to see all the tile varieties available and how they're used.
Ceramic tile is clay that's been hardened by fire.
During that process, it can be left unglazed for a porous, natural finish. Or, tile is glazed for a sealed, durable surface. In most cases, glazed tiles are the best flooring tiles because they're wear-resistant and clean up easily. Porcelain tiles are a bit more expensive because their color and pattern go all the way through the tile. We've built an extensive section on choosing and installing ceramic tile.