Who doesn’t want that luxury, magazine-covered backyard? But who really wants to spend their Saturday mornings resealing stone or pressure-washing grout? Let’s be honest – No one. That’s where Porcelain makes a practically ideal choice.
When it comes to surviving the Australian climate, it is critical to choose the right material for your pool or patio; because when the sun is relentless and the coastal air is salty, it is not just about looks. It is more about the time you invest in the maintenance.
Let’s see how this connects to Porcelain pavers becoming a popular choice across Australia recently. At Atlas Tile & Stone, we are seeing a massive shift toward Outdoor Porcelain Pavers.
Are you wondering if Porcelain pavers are really worth all the hype? Here is everything you should know to make the right choice for your home!
1. Let your patio work for you – Not the other way around.
It all boils down to the fact that Porcelain is fired at incredibly high temperatures, which makes it a vitrified, non-porous material. That’s why maintenance is the biggest win when you pick Porcelain.
The Zero-Seal Life: Unlike natural stones, i.e., Sandstone or Travertine, porcelain never needs to be sealed.
Stain Resistance: Spilled wine, grease drops, or anything else – with porcelain, it wipes right off! Being non-porous, Porcelain does not let anything soak inside.
2. Walking on it in mid-January?
One of the most common questions we come across at our Melbourne showroom is, “Does porcelain get too hot for bare feet?” Well, while it is a valid concern, high-quality Porcelain pavers have a high Solar Reflectance Index (SRI). These pavers are dense and do not hold onto latent heat like thick concrete or dark Asphalt does.
The best tip is to choose a lighter-toned Porcelain paver from our outdoor collection that would be the most comfortable for you, your kids, and pets, even when the peak summer hits.
