Tile Industry Glossary

Common terms used in tile manufacturing and digital visualization.

3D Tile Visualization

The process of creating a realistic 3-dimensional digital preview of how a specific tile will look when installed in a room. It helps customers see textures and light reflections.

Digital Catalogue

An interactive version of a physical product brochure, often hosted online and searchable. Our software specializes in high-speed, SEO-friendly tile catalogues.

360-Degree Preview

A virtual reality-style viewer that allows a user to rotate and explore an entire room scene. This gives a comprehensive view of the tile's pattern across the floor and walls.

Ceramic vs. Porcelain

Ceramic tiles are made from red or white clay and are kiln-fired. Porcelain is a type of ceramic, but it's made from denser clay and fired at higher temperatures, making it more durable and waterproof.

Grout Lines

The space between tiles filled with grout. Our 3D visualizer accurately renders grout color and thickness to show how the final installation will appear.

PEI Rating

The Porcelain Enamel Institute (PEI) rating measures a tile's resistance to wear. Our digital catalogue allows manufacturers to display these technical details alongside high-res images.

Rectified Edge

A tile whose edges have been precisely cut or ground to a uniform size with sharp, 90-degree corners. This allows for very thin grout lines.

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