13 Dec 2021, Read Time : 4 Min

Glossy Finish Vs Matt Finish Tiles – What is the Difference between the Two?

Choosing the correct tiles for a room is an integral part of dictating the aesthetic of a space. The right tiles can make a space while incorrect tiles can break the space. Today the market is flooded with a plethora of tiles in different patterns, colours, designs, styles, materials and finishes, making it difficult to choose the right one for your space.

Among the various finishes available in the market, glossy finish tiles and matt finish tiles are the two most popularly used finishes by homeowners, interior designers and architects.

Glossy finish tiles as well as matt finish tiles are manufactured using similar manufacturing processes and are made using the same raw materials, but each finish comes with a different level of smoothness and shine. They come in vitrified, ceramic or porcelain body.

What is the Difference Between the Two ?

But, what is the difference between the two types of tiles and what are the key features of each finish?

Read on to know more!

1. Glossy Finish Tiles
   1. Key Features
      1. Give The Room an Illusion of More Space
      2. Easy To Clean And Maintain
      3. Give Your Space A Chic Look
      4. Ideal for Use as Backsplashes
2. Matt Finish Tiles
   1. Key Features
      1. Low Maintenance
      2. Rustic Finish
      3. Anti-slip Properties

Glossy Finish Tiles

The basic distinguisher between glossy finish tiles and matt finish tiles is the presence of a durable, shiny and glazed coating of liquid glass on a glossy finish tile that gives the tile a shine that will last you for years. The liquid glass layer that lends the tile sheen also helps enhance the grain as well as the colour in the tile design. This gives the tile a mirror like finish and makes the tile look spectacular.

Key Features

Give The Room an Illusion of More Space

Glossy finish tiles come with a gorgeous mirror like shine. This reflective surface results in light bouncing all around the space, making the room look a lot brighter and bigger. Glossy finish floor tiles are an ideal choice for rooms that receive little to no natural light and for smaller rooms. You can check out the latest Inspire range of vitrified tiles here.

Easy To Clean And Maintain

It is very easy to clean the tile using some soapy water and a mop since the smooth finish facilitates easy cleaning without requiring a lot of scrubbing. The smooth surface also ensures that there are no crevices where dust can accumulate.

Give Your Space A Chic Look

Glossy finish tiles can give the space an elegant and classy touch. For larger spaces like bedrooms and living rooms, marble finish glazed vitrified tiles that have a glossy finish make a perfect glossy flooring choice. These tiles mimic the opulence of marble without the attached maintenance.

Ideal for Use as Backsplashes

Orientbell Tiles’ glossy finish tiles have a surface that is resistant to most scratches and stains, making them ideal for use on kitchen and bathroom backsplashes and walls. These tiles are available in a wide variety of colours, designs, and styles that you can choose from.

Matt Finish Tiles

Matt finish tiles come with a special layer that is added to the top of the tile in order to achieve a subtle, non shiny look. Matt finish tiles are ideal for all spaces since they are anti-slip in nature and can be easily used in the moisture heavy zones of the home like the balcony, kitchen, and bathroom.

Key Features

Low Maintenance

The surface of Orientbell Tiles’ matt finish tiles can easily conceal all kinds of stains and scratches, thus reducing the need for extensive cleaning. Matt finish tiles are ideal for use in high traffic zones due to the fact that they do not require a lot of maintenance.

Rustic Finish

If you are looking to give your space a very traditional, natural, or very rustic unfinished look, using matt finished tiles can help you achieve the look quite easily.

Anti-slip Properties

Owing to their rough surface, matt finish tiles offer better friction than glossy tiles, making them non-slippery. This anti-slip feature makes these tiles the best option for wet areas like the bathroom and balcony. Also, these tiles are a great addition to homes with children and pets, since they help minimise slippage and accidents.

Both the tile finishes come with their own sets of pros as well as cons. You can opt for either finish, depending on the size, lighting, design and décor of the space you want to install the tiles in. You can even use both finishes in a single space to create an interesting juxtaposition of glossy and matt. For example, you can use a matt finish wall tile in combination with simple glossy finish floor tiles.

If using two different finishes in a single space is not your style, you can use the two different finishes in the same home, but in a dedicated different space. For example, you can use glossy finish tiles in the bedroom or living room and matt finish tiles in the kitchen or bathroom.

Ultimately, the choice lies with you as to what look you prefer – there are no set rules that you need to follow.

Give your floors and walls an ultimate makeover with Orientbell Tiles’ huge range of floor and wall tiles that are available in a variety of finishes including matt finish, glossy finish, super glossy finish, lapato finish, satin matt finish, metallic finish, and rocker finish.