Is Porcelain Paving Durable?

Posted on 9th August 2022

When it comes to porcelain paving slabs, there are a lot of well-known benefits that set them aside from natural stone paving. Porcelain tiles are easy to clean, low maintenance as well as water, stain and slip-resistant. But is porcelain paving durable?

The definition of ‘durable’ is being able to withstand excessive pressure, wear or damage. So the question is, how well does porcelain paving fit this definition?

Porcelain paving slabs are manufactured to demonstrate extreme levels of strength with longevity in mind for the product.

All of our porcelain paving is made with clay and other elements such as quartz, feldspar and silica which is then heated at very high temperatures to create a durable glass substrate throughout the body of the tile.

This process is known as vitrification and means that the end product showcases incredible strength and is non-porous; it will generally absorb less than 0.05% of surface water.

Vitrification also provides porcelain paving slabs with a sturdy structure that is resistant to all kinds of damage that can occur from heavy footfall, changing weather conditions, and unprecedented accidents.

Porcelain paving can endure a significant amount of force and still remain intact; they are even resistant to denting, chipping and cracking.

To answer the question ‘Is porcelain paving durable?’, yes! Porcelain paving is extremely durable. If you want to see for yourself just how hard wearing our porcelain paving products really are, why not order some free samples to try?

Each sample box allows for the choice of approximately two to four tiles; however, you can order as many as you need! They will just come in multiple boxes. Each sample is wrapped with an information card, so you have a quick guide to the size options. The Samples clearly display the typical colour and texture of the chosen porcelain paving slabs, which will give you an idea of the overall aesthetic of the slabs.

If we haven’t yet convinced you that porcelain paving is the right investment for you and your home improvement project, get in touch with us and we will be happy to help with any queries you may have.

With valuable experience, we are able to help you achieve the perfect patio, garden, or home interior with our products.