The difference between Porcelain and Ceramic are noticed by the differences in density and glazing processes.  Porcelain is more water resistant, durable, dense, and pure than Ceramic.  Based on the toughness of Porcelain tile, it puts this material into a category of being more robust and durable.  It’s more resistant to impacts and has great place in commercial applications.  Porcelain is typically rated at four to five on the PEI rating charts.  This makes the material much more economical for using in high traffic commercial walkways, malls, and even at home.  It has the ability to withstand discoloration or staining, which makes this a commercially viable building material.  Porcelain is also a kiln-fired and glazed tile, much like ceramics wood look only with higher purity and more refined processes.

  A plan should be in place to allow for extra time during the installation process.  Porcelain itself is quite impervious to mold, moisture, and mildew.  However, grout is used to seal the joints and lines between the tiling.  Grout is susceptible to deterioration, so extra care and maintenance is required to keep the grout sealed over the years.