Cement-sand tiles in its properties are like ceramic tiles. But unlike ceramic tiles, cement-sand tiles are made from a mixture of sand and cement. As a dye, iron oxide is added to this mixture. Cement-sand tiles are not burned, it simply hardens under a certain pressure. It can be in the form of a profile and in the form of a flat sheet. It can be glazed and unglazed. The weight of one square meter of such a tile is from 35 to 45 kilograms. The conditions for the installation of cement-sand tiles are exactly the same as that of ceramic tiles. But under this tile you need to lay waterproofing on the crate. And you know that a heat -processed geotextile for the foundation of the house is often used now.
You can choose a sand-cement tile of any color. In addition, she becomes stronger every year and does not lose her properties. Sand-cement tile is not subject to aggressive media. She does not fade. It is frost -resistant, excellent warmth and noise insulation. The price of such tiles is much lower than ceramic. But she is just like ceramic tiles, very fragile. In addition, it is more massive than ceramic tiles. Sand-cement tiles are used to arrange a roof of both wooden and brick buildings.
