Porcelain slabs are one of the most intense trends to come in a long time. It’s no wonder: they have a sleek, ultra-modern look that’s both futuristic and timeless. Laminam porcelain tile panels have become extremely popular for their ability to completely change the tone of a space. Best of all, these slabs are so thin they can be installed over pre-existing tile. This cuts down on tearing up old floors or walls, yet the installation remains strong and durable.
Changing an Entire Wall
How are these porcelain slabs being used in the home? One of the most popular approaches is to use the tile as a kind of wallpaper, which is particularly effective in bathroom spaces. The large-format slabs are easily installed floor-to-ceiling. Any design and texture at all can be applied to them. Marble, stone, wood – you name it – and the digitally printed porcelain can evoke the right look.
Porcelain Slabs as Murals
The digital printing technique is so detailed and accurate, many have even taken to having artwork, murals, or complex designs printed. This can add an unparalleled degree of class and comfort to a space.
Complex Designs with Minimal Maintenance
Laminam porcelain tile panels can be installed in large-format slabs that reach lengths of more than 10 feet. The porcelain slabs are often utilized as waterfall countertops. In addition, because the slabs allow complex patterns to be achieved without the same degree of complex installation and painstaking maintenance, the porcelain tile panels are used as flooring.
Parquet flooring is a popular choice, and an extremely realistic digital print on a porcelain slab achieves the same textured, fine-grained look.
What are the benefits? It takes a fraction of the installation time, saves on money, and saves drastically on cleaning time and maintenance cost down the road.
Resisting Allergens, Mold, Mildew
An added benefit is that porcelain slabs are hypoallergenic. They don’t emit VOCs (volatile organic compounds), and they’re resistant to mold and mildew. This is an exceptional advantage in humid spaces that would otherwise warp and wear down wood flooring – especially more complex wood designs.
The flexibility in custom designs is unparalleled. Changing up the look of a room – or an entire home – has never been so easy with porcelain slabs.
