FLOOR TILES

    Floor tiles such as those in an entrance way, can vary from home to home and traffic in these areas usually sustain the greatest amount of abrasion due to the constant walking.  The abrasion also depends on the actual location of the tiles.  For instance, if you have an entrance by a sand or cobblestone walkway the sand and dirt carried in by your shoes will slowly wear away the floor's finish.  Also, in the kitchen, the floor gets the greatest wear and tear.  Grease, chemicals, liquids, dirt and more importantly pots, pans and plates can fall and damage the tile resulting in the glaze to pop or chip.  Based on the floor's possible wear and tear,  it is important to choose a tile that is both resistant to chemicals and abrasion (must have a high P.E.I rating,  usually in between 4 to 5).