What is a Rectified Tile? A Homeowner’s Guide

For sure you have heard of this before, but you may not understand what “rectified” means. The word “rectified tile” simply refers to a tile with sanded or sawn edges. This is done after the tile has been fired to make the overall size of the tile more precise or accurate. These tiles are gaining popularity due to their impressive benefits and applications.

When these tiles are sawn or sanded, the manufacturer minimizes the size variation from one tile to another. When the rectified tile is manufactured there is a precise measuring process to ensure a perfect square or rectangle. This way it fits better with the rest of the tiles.

Impressive and Unique Characteristics

Many people choose this material because it gives the impression of a flawless surface. It appears as if there are no joints between the tiles, which gives us a sense of continuity, especially if we choose a joint in the same color as the tile. When installing a non-rectified product, larger joints have to be made and the final result is not as perfect as with a rectified tile.

Precise, Clean, and Uniform

When we lay rectified tiles side by side, we like the exact, clean, uniform edge that allows us to lay the tiles closer together. This gives the joints finer lines.

Most rectified tiles are made of porcelain. Therefore, they are more durable and easier to maintain than other materials. Also, it should be noted that the cost of this type of material is slightly higher, but this is only an indirect cost, because it provides us with additional value and numerous benefits. For this reason, many professionals and individuals choose to buy corrected tiles.

Variety of Applications

They have a variety of applications, although they are most used for tiling kitchens and bathrooms, where white is required. You can generate a visual impact that makes their grout disappear with this type of solution. They’re also typically found in public areas like living rooms, hotels, and restaurants.

You can get practically any hue you want with corrected tiles. They’re primarily used for kitchen backsplashes in glossy white. They are frequently a little darker or matte white in bathrooms.

How to Lay Rectified Tiles

Keep in mind that the installation of this type of tile has to be more careful and slower than a normal tile. We will be more demanding not to make mistakes, any mistake will be fully visible and that is why we always recommend assistance from a professional installer.