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Porcelain tile - the toughest floor money can buy
The toughest floor money can buy - wood-look, stone-look, and large-format porcelain installed across Northern Colorado for life.
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Is porcelain tile better than ceramic for Colorado floors?
Yes for most floor applications. Porcelain is denser, harder, and less porous than ceramic - so it stands up to freeze-thaw on covered patios and heavy traffic in Colorado homes. Schmidt Custom Floors installs rectified porcelain and large-format planks throughout Loveland and Fort Collins.
Why porcelain outperforms every other tile
Porcelain tile is fired at higher temperatures from a denser clay than standard ceramic. The result is a tile that's less than 0.5% porous (effectively waterproof), harder than granite, and rated for commercial-grade traffic. Schmidt Custom Floors installs porcelain tile in homes and businesses across Northern Colorado - and it's the tile we put in our own homes.
Modern porcelain comes in wood-look planks, marble-look slabs, concrete-look squares, and textured outdoor-rated options. You can get the look of any natural material without any of the maintenance.
Where porcelain is the right call
Porcelain is the safest specification for any high-use, wet, or high-value space. It handles freeze-thaw cycles, won't fade in sunlight, and shrugs off everything a family or pet can throw at it.
- Wood-look porcelain planks - all the look of hardwood, none of the water damage risk
- Large-format slabs (24x48, 32x32) - fewer grout lines, modern open feel
- Marble and stone-look porcelain - the look of natural stone without the sealing schedule
- Outdoor patios and pool decks - freeze-thaw rated, slip-resistant finishes available
- Commercial spaces - meets PEI Class 4-5 abrasion ratings for retail and restaurants
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Learn moreInstallation done right
Porcelain demands precision. Large-format and plank-shaped tiles are unforgiving of subfloor unevenness - even 1/8" of dip will telegraph through. We laser-level every floor, use leveling clips on every install, and back-butter every plank for 95%+ mortar coverage.
We also use the right cutting tools. Porcelain dulls a standard wet saw blade in minutes - we run rim-segmented diamond blades and an angle grinder with a porcelain-rated wheel for clean cuts at every outlet, vent, and corner.
Porcelain tile pricing in Northern Colorado
Pricing includes porcelain tile, modified mortar, grout, professional installation, and disposal of old flooring.
| Option | Typical price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard porcelain (12x12, 12x24) | $8.99 - $12.99 / sq ft | Bathrooms, laundry, mudrooms |
| Wood-look porcelain planks | $10.99 - $14.99 / sq ft | Kitchens and living areas |
| Large-format (24x48, 32x32) | $13.99 - $18.99 / sq ft | Modern open-concept spaces |
| Designer marble-look slabs | $16.99 - $24.99 / sq ft | Statement floors and walls |
Floor leveling and Schluter Ditra uncoupling membrane priced separately when required.
Porcelain Tile - frequently asked questions
- Yes - porcelain is denser, less porous, and harder. For floors, wet areas, and any high-traffic space, porcelain is worth the small price upgrade over ceramic.
- Modern wood-look porcelain is remarkably realistic - especially in 8"+ plank widths with textured surfaces. Most guests can't tell unless they get on their hands and knees.
- Porcelain itself is extremely hard, but it can crack if the subfloor flexes underneath. That's why we use uncoupling membranes on plywood subfloors and large-format installs.
- It depends on the finish. We recommend matte or textured finishes (DCOF 0.42 or higher) for bathrooms, entries, and outdoor use. Polished porcelain is best for dry rooms only.
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