Choosing the color palette, style, and materials for interior design is never easy. There are so many factors to take into consideration and even more options to choose from. Natural stone or engineered material? Black, white, or pink? Modern or traditional? It all depends on your taste, type of project and further usage. To make the whole process easier, Xiamen Aofei Building Material experts have prepared this article. Today, we will discuss the main differences and similarities between two great options: marble and ceramic tiles. Both materials offer a wide range of colors and textures, which makes the choice between them even tougher.

Marble vs. Ceramic: Properties

Marble: a natural stone, quarried from calcite, dolomite, and limestone. Rare and amazingly popular material from ancient times. Marble is a dense and porous material, and the water absorption rate is high. 

Ceramic: composed of baked at high temperatures mix of materials, such as quartz, clay, silica, and feldspar. Ceramic materials are very durable and have a wonderfully smooth texture, with a low water absorption rate.

Marble vs. Ceramic: Usage

Marble: marble tiles are perfect for indoor applications. This royal stone can enhance the beauty of any living room, bedroom, or hall. Even though it is still widely used in bathrooms and kitchens, sometimes polished marble may be a little too slippery and get stained easier than some other building materials. 

Ceramic: these tiles are great for both exterior and interior applications. You can also choose a slip-resistant finish to make ceramic tiles even better for bathrooms and kitchens.

These are just some ideas about marble and ceramic tiles, in our next article we will talk even more about the cost, value, and maintenance of these building materials for an even clearer picture. Do not miss it and visit our blog for more updates in the design and construction industry! 

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