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As the composition of glaze varies, different tile styles will exhibit different levels of gloss and a range of surface textures. As you narrow your selection, you should consider two more factors: tile density and moisture absorption.

• Tile density refers to a tile’s weight compared to its size. Denser tiles are also stronger.
• Moisture absorption refers to the amount of moisture that a tile can absorb. As density increases, moisture absorption decreases.

These factors will influence where certain tile products should be installed. For example, areas such as shower or bathroom floors are much safer with a denser, slip-resistant tile that absorbs less moisture.

You should also be aware that solid colored tiles provide a consistent look, however, shade variation is inherent in all fired ceramic products and certain tiles will show greater variation within their dye lots. Shade variation is usually listed on the back of the sample. Shade variation can have a low, moderate, high, or random rating. Color variations will also be present between the manufacturers’ samples. Color consistency is something you should understand and carefully consider when selecting ceramic tile.