(4) the degree of vitrification or fusion of the tile body

after firing, as indicated by the extent to which it

absorbs moisture

Finish:

Unglazed tiles are composed of the same ingredients throughout and

derive their color and texture from the materials of which the body is

made.

Glazed tiles have a glassy surface of ceramic materials fused upon their

face to give them a decorative appearance and to make the surface

impervious to moisture.

Glazes are produced in a large variety of colors, ranging from pure white

to jet black. Glaze finishes are of two general classes in their light

reflecting qualities:

1) bright glazes, which have a highly polished surface

and reflect an image clearly; and

2) matte glazes, or those which do not clearly reflect an

image or are entirely without sheen.

Types of Ceramic Tiles:

a. Glazed interior tiles

are non-vitreous product made by the dust-press-

process .