What's the matter with small color tiles? Why are small color tiles so cheap?

We all know that ceramic tiles are a common decoration material, and many people will lay ceramic tiles in their homes. There are many types of ceramic tiles on the market, with different colors, styles and sizes, and people can choose according to their preferences. So what is the matter with small color ceramic tiles? Let's take a closer look!

What are small color tiles?

During the firing process of ceramic tiles, due to slight differences in temperature, the glaze surface will have different depths, and this phenomenon will occur in every batch of ceramic tiles. Although ceramic tiles are now industrially produced with the same ingredients and production process, slight differences in temperature are unavoidable during the firing process. There will be a problem that the color and pattern of the same batch of ceramic tiles are uniform overall, but some ceramic tiles have slightly different depths.

Usually for each batch of tiles, the inspector codes the color close to the main color as the standard color, that is, the large color number, and codes some colors darker or lighter than the main color as small color numbers. Because they are now fired in electric kilns, the temperature is relatively uniform, so most of the colors are uniform, and only a small part will be different. For example, if 2,000 tiles are fired, there will be 1,700 standard colors and 300 non-standard colors. The standard color number is 40, the lighter ones are coded as 39, and the darker ones are coded as 41. Among them, 39 and 41 are small color numbers.

According to relevant national standards, tiles must be qualified if there is no color difference when viewed from 2 meters away. Therefore, tiles with obvious color difference are unqualified, so small color tiles are considered unqualified in color.

Why are small color tiles so cheap?

Because of the small quantity, it is difficult to replenish the stock if there is a problem, and there is no special production. The color of each batch of tiles is different, so the price is cheaper. Usually it can only be used for small area decoration, or sold as miscellaneous tiles.

In the actual ceramic tile sales process, some merchants will mix small-color ceramic tiles with standard colors for sale, so you should pay more attention when buying, check the packaging, inspection certificate, etc., and inform the workers to pay attention to color differences when paving. In addition, different degrees of water soaking during construction will also cause color differences in ceramic tiles.

Where are small color tiles suitable for laying

Currently, there are people who specialize in making color-difference bricks. Each brick is different, which makes it look more natural, de-industrialized, and returns to nature.

I personally recommend not choosing small color numbers for large-area tiles, as it will be troublesome to repair and patch tiles later. However, it can be used to cover areas blocked by furniture or as skirtings, which can save some decoration costs.

How to choose tile color

Color: Light-colored bricks are the most popular tile color, including light yellow, light brown, light gray, etc.

Neutral color: Antique tiles are more likely to choose this color. Glazed tiles are less likely to choose neutral colors. They are mostly used for mosaics and waveguides.

Dark colors: rarely used. Not resistant to dirt and affects indoor lighting.

Generally, the color of floor tiles is selected according to the decoration style of your home, the color of the furniture, the color of the wall, and the overall matching. There are many color matching schemes, so you can choose tiles that meet the decoration needs of your home and the color you like.

For the living room, choose tiles and colors with simple patterns, which are sturdy, durable and easy to maintain. For the kitchen, choose light colors that are dirt-resistant. For the bathroom, choose tiles that are dirt-resistant and non-slip.