What is a Rectified Tile?

Rectified tiles are tiles that are manufactured with a lot of precision such that the length and breadth of the tile are the same and they form a perfect square.

Rectified tiles, also known as sharp-edge tiles, are ceramic or porcelain tiles that have been manufactured to a very precise tolerance. This means that they are cut to nearly exact measurements and have a nearly perfectly straight edge. Because of this precision, rectified tiles are ideal for fitting with a finer grout joint, resulting in a clean, even, and seamless finish. The cleaner edges also make it easier to create intricate laying patterns, such as basket weave, because you have more flexibility with the grout line width.

Look at some of the Features of rectified tiles.

• During the manufacturing process, one more step of grinding the tile is taken so that the edges have the same precise dimensions and are ninety degrees from each other.
• They are also known as ‘dimensionally stable tiles’ and ‘sharp edge tiles’. They have to be handled carefully as the sharp edges are likely to get chipped in case of rough handling.
• The grinding is only done on the edges hence it is also called ‘edge treatment’. While rectifying the tiles only the length and width are taken into account and not the thickness of the tile.
• These tiles are usually used in areas where grouting forms a design element in the tiles. The tiles are laid with a sleek grout of 1/8’’ which imparts a very smart and appealing look to the tiles. This look has become very popular among architects and designers nowadays.
• Rectified tiles are usually more expensive than non-rectified tiles as they have to go through an extra step in the manufacturing process.

When do people require Rectified tiles?

The main reasons people go for rectified tiles are their size and finish, rectified tiles come in big sizes normally bigger than 15cm, and provide a more premium & clean finish upon installation, for example, you can hardly notice the fine lines between the tiles which are otherwise visible.