Porcelain deck pavers are one of the most popular materials for outdoor hardscaping. Their versatility in design and functionality make them suitable for most any renovation, residential or commercial, so they’re always in high demand. 

While porcelain outdoor tiles are made to be as user-friendly as possible, we often receive similar questions surrounding the use of porcelain deck pavers. Whether you’re a contractor installing deck pavers for the first time or a homeowner wondering how to DIY their patio remodel, here are answers to the top three frequently asked questions we receive about porcelain outdoor tiles.

1. Are porcelain paving tiles slippery?

Whether you’re using them for pool deck pavers or you’re concerned about their use in the rain, porcelain deck tiles are not slippery and are safe for virtually all outdoor uses. Since porcelain paving tiles are made specifically for outdoor use, they meet specific safety standards for slip resistance, making them safe even in wet conditions.

Porcelain outdoor tiles are much like other natural stone or concrete deck pavers in that there are various finishes available, each with varying levels of traction. You can choose the porcelain paver that’s as smooth or as textured as you like to achieve a level of slip that you’re comfortable with for your project’s needs.

2. What’s the best way to install porcelain outdoor tiles?

There are several common ways to install porcelain deck pavers, including grass, sand, gravel or concrete. The easiest and most cost-effective method, however, is using an adjustable pedestal system.

With Tile Tech’s innovative hybrid adjustable pedestals, you can snap your porcelain outdoor tiles into place and create a seamless outdoor deck in just a matter of hours. Even if you have hilly terrain or a rooftop surface in mind, adjustable pedestals allow you to easily achieve a perfectly level surface.

3. How can I determine if my porcelain paving tiles are high quality?

Poor quality porcelain outdoor tiles can leave you with chips, scratches, flawed glazing, stains and more, so you want to ensure you’re only purchasing the highest quality porcelain deck pavers.

To verify that your porcelain pavers are high-quality, consider how and where they’re made. At Tile Tech, for example, our porcelain deck pavers are created right here in the USA using Italian manufacturing technology. We create our own paving tiles in-house utilizing an Italian-made, state-of-the-art inkjet printer, which allows us to control the quality and create custom finishes. 

Our porcelain outdoor tiles are resistant to frost, fire, thermal shock, mold, moss, salt corrosion, stains, acids, fluorescence and UV color wear. They’re extremely hard-wearing and load-bearing, making them suitable for virtually any outdoor use.

If you want porcelain deck pavers that are easy to install, cost-effective, and made to last, you can’t go wrong choosing Tile Tech for your next project. If you’d like to find out more about Tile Tech or our paving systems, give us a call today at (888) 380-5575 or fill out our online contact form. We’re happy to provide a free project quote, catalog or product sample at your request.