If there's one thing about living in the UK that you should be prepared for, it's definitely the bipolar weather and unusual amount of rain we get throughout the year.
This is also something that you need to keep in mind if you ever plan on redesigning your garden and more specifically your patio, as you'll want to make sure the tiles you install are able to withstand anything thrown at them.
Over the years, more and more homeowners are opting for porcelain when it comes to their exterior floor designs but is porcelain a good choice for the UK weather? Are porcelain tiles too slippery for the rain? Well, if you're interested in finding out, AlfrescoPlus is here to help!
Slip-resistant tiles
Now, when it comes to slip-free tiles, we don't believe any flooring product can claim to be completely slip-resistant, however, there is an extensive range of tiles that do offer extreme levels of slip-resistance, perfect for use in any outdoor setting and definitely ideal for combating the British weather.
Our collection of porcelain tiles and pavers have been manufactured with a variety of different finishes and styles that allow them to be used in any outdoor space, regardless of how wet they may get. Textured grip and fine-textured finished porcelain tiles provide ample amounts of grip to be used in several areas of the garden such as poolsides and patios.
Why is porcelain slip-resistant?
So, why are porcelain tiles so slip-resistant? The answer lies in their unique manufacture where a combination of special materials and elements make the finished tile less porous than other flooring products such as ceramic tiles.
With lower levels of porosity, outdoor porcelain tiles absorb significantly less water and instead remains on their surface, where it can quickly evaporate. This means you are far less likely to slip and have an accident. Many natural stone tiles, however, act in the opposite way in that they hold high amounts of water which can cause you to slip far easier.
Therefore, if you're looking for an outdoor tile that is less likely to cause you to slip, porcelain is definitely the best option!
Our slip-resistant porcelain tiles
If you like what you hear and believe porcelain tiles are the right choice for your patio, we have a huge collection for you to browse and shop from. With a wide range of styles and colours, we are completely confident that you will find something you like and something that will suit your outdoor space! Click the button below to browse our entire collection of slip-resistant porcelain tiles.
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Want to know more about our porcelain tiles and why they aren't as slippery like other products on the market? Contact the AlfrescoPlus team today and we can answer any questions that you may have!
