Gauged Porcelain Tile Panels
Better known as GPTP. This style of tile is quickly becoming the latest trend in home renovation. GPTP are porcelain tile panels that range from 3ft x 3ft to 5ft by 10ft! GPTP has many benefits including endless design options, ability to be used in any space, eco-friendly material, ease of cleaning, and visually appealing (who doesn’t love no grout lines?). Seems too good to be true right? The only catch is you need someone who has been trained and certified along with owning the proper tools to install panels of this size. After all, they’re not your average tile. Luckily, Platow Tile has both the training and the tools to complete GPTP installation and we’re here to break down why GPTP should be your choice when considering your next remodel.
Endless Design Options
GPTP is available in a wide range of looks that span from the most coveted marbles and onyxes to classic and modern stones, as well as concrete looks and full colors. The material has a controlled shade and pattern range. This allows for consistant quality and appearance. No surprises-unlike natural stone. This combination of physical and mechanical characteristics, great aesthetics and huge format opens a new, virtually limitless world of design possibilities for designers, architects and homeowners.
Manufactured For Use In Any Space
GPTP is extremely strong, durable, scratch-resistant, easy to maintain and clean, UV-stable and much more. It has a very low water absorbtion therefore, it can be installed virtually anywhere-indoors, outdoors, on floors, walls and countertops in both commercial and residential applications. This goes back to reiterate the point that there endless design options!
Eco-friendly Material
GPTP is a green product. As in all high quality porcelain, it is made from all natural raw materials without added chemicals and artificial bindings. It is resistant to liquid and acids, thermal shock and frost as well as being safe because it is fireproof.
Ease of Cleaning
At the very simplest advantage-GPTP is stain and water resistant. Because GPTP can mimic any stone or tile out there you can select any design aesthetic you desire without the hassle some of those materials bring with them like mold, mildew, rust etc. Porcelain is one of the most hygienic materials and is easy to maintain and clean.
Visually Appealing
It’s no argument that GPTP is unlike any other materials on the market today. It can mimic any stone, tile, wood and the ability to be installed in any place allows it to mimic other items like furniture and even wallpaper! We can’t say it enough-the design options are endless! The large porcelain panels offer limited grout lines which expand the space making it look wider without the repeated break up of joints. It offers a seamless, clean, harmonious look that brings an eloquent aspect to any space.
While GPTP is the best option on the market for any remodeling project, not everyone can perform these installations. The TCNA spent several years developing guidelines for installing panels of this size. When deciding to install GPTP panels you must select a contractor who has the specific tools as well as the training and certifications to install these panels. Failure to secure the proper contractor will result in an unfinished project, thousands of dollars wasted and months of your time. Our company offers services for GPTP installations and have been certified by the NTCA as well as own the tools necessary for installation. For a free design consultation please call us at (346)-573-2816 or go to our contact page to submit a request.