But marble look porcelain does not impact resale value to the degree of natural stone marble. Porcelain is waterproof, stain-resistant, scratch-resistant, fade-resistant, and can withstand outdoor climates. All natural stone is porous, thus has application limits (we do not recommend outdoor use), and requires sealing before use and yearly resealing. For cost and easy maintenance, marble look porcelain is better than marble. It is a porcelain click tile that installs 2 times faster than regular tile.įor property resale value, yes, real marble is better than marble look porcelain. To address the installation cost, RevoTile was developed.
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Marble look porcelain is more expensive to install but is virtually maintenance free. On the other hand, it must be sealed before use and resealed on a regular basis. Real marble tile is easier and less expensive to install. However, other costs should be considered. Typically, high-quality marble is more expensive than marble look porcelain. Is marble tile more expensive than porcelain?īecause it is mined and sourced throughout the globe, natural stone marble varies widely in quality and price. With porcelain, none of these precautions apply as it is impervious to water, stain-resistant, scratch-resistant, and easily maintained as it does not require sealing. For those who feel this sounds like too much work, marble look tile may be a better option for you. Natural stone marble should be thoroughly dried after every use.
Avoid using acid-based cleaners as they cause etching and compromise sealants. Depending on the iron level of the marble (which varies widely), consistent exposure to moisture and humidity can cause discoloration. Therefore, real marble tile and slab must be sealed before use and resealed on a regular basis (at least once a year). Marble is a soft stone that is very porous with natural fissures. Natural stone marble can be used in showers and is gorgeous, but comes with some caveats. Apply natural marble on countertops, floors and walls unlikely to sustain damage (such as a fireplace, feature wall, or residential entry way) and marble look tile in heavy traffic areas (like the kitchen, bathrooms, or outdoor patio). Perhaps a mix of real marble tile and marble look tile would offer the best of both worlds.
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We recommend professional installation for both (a good installer is worth their weight in gold!) but with marble slab, a professional fabricator and installer is a must.
Marble look porcelain tile is very durable, requires very little maintenance, and can go into areas that are not suitable for marble however, it has little impact on resale value.
Natural stone marble offers one-of-a-kind design (no two are alike) that increases a property's resale value, but can be more easily damaged, requires regular maintenance, and is more expensive. While is it often more expensive than ceramic and porcelain, the additional cost for this luxurious natural stone is typically not substantial. The advent of marble look tile has put downward pressure on the price of genuine marble. Marble is offered at very competitive prices today. Because Daltile quarries genuine marble in addition to manufacturing ceramic and porcelain tile, our natural marble beauties serve as a template for producing the most realistic-looking faux marble tile on the market today. However, with advancements in tile design and production, ceramic and porcelain tile can be made to look virtually indistinguishable from real marble. Tile is manufactured so there is no type of tile that inherently looks like marble. Marble is found throughout the globe but primarily is quarried from the United States, Italy, Spain, China, and India. It is comprised of recrystallized carbonate calcite, dolomite, and other minerals. Marble is a metamorphic rock formed from limestone that has undergone thousands of years of extreme heat and pressure.
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