One of the symbols of the home and comfort in the house was a fireplace . In order for it to serve as long as possible without creating problems, it is necessary to approach very carefully the choice of the material from which it will be made. A very important aspect is the selection of the facing tiles for the fireplace.
Facing materials must be selected taking into account the design of the fireplace, the style of the room, but, most importantly, this functional purpose. Taking into account that the temperature in the fireplace is very high, the tiles for facing the fireplace must meet certain technical requirements.
Ceramic and heat-resistant tiles
There are several types of ceramic tiles that meet the operational requirements and are suitable for facing furnaces and fireplaces, such as: porcelain tiles, majolica, terracotta, clinker tiles, tiles. All these listed species have a thickness of 6 to 8 mm, have increased heat resistance and low-porosity structure, they are durable and resistant to mechanical damage. Differences between them only in the design and way of laying.
To date, the most popular and well-proven material for furnishing furnaces and fireplaces is clinker heat-resistant tile, its thickness reaches 12 mm. When it is produced, the calcination temperature reaches 1000 degrees, this is the main factor contributing to its durability and strength. For a long time such a tile is not deformed due to the temperature difference, does not lose the brightness of the colors and the clarity of the picture. It is better to choose a tile with a matte surface, without using glass in its composition.
Heat-resistant facing tiles have increased heat transfer, so its efficiency is very high. It does not require special cleaning and is easy to clean, easy to clean, so keeping the fireplace clean is not difficult.
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