How to Know When You Need to Change Your Tiles
Every single person in existence - or at
least most of us today – has a strong desire to save a few extra bucks no
matter how small the amount. As rational beings, we’d do anything to avoid
spending a single cent even if it means putting up with things that are on the
verge of breaking.
One great example of this is the way many
refuse to change their tiles or redo their floorings even though it’s past time
to do so. On some level, we can understand this given how steep the price for tiles in the
Philippines can sometimes get. On the other
hand, it makes very little sense to ignore the problem because there are
hazards – though few – that come with it.
Broken tiles can cause injuries to young children
and pets in your home. It may also be a sign of structural damage and even lead
to more if not taken care of immediately. There certainly are times when you
can get away with a simple restoration, but if the following things happen,
know that it’s best to change or replace your tiles:
Appearance of Molds
One of the biggest tell-tale signs that it’s
time to change your tiles is when mold starts to appear. This usually happens
in bathroom or kitchen tiles where water can get in between the grouts and
allow for the mold to grow. Not only is mold unsightly, it also has a distinct
odor that isn’t very inviting. Let’s not forget the fact that mold can affect
the health of people in the household, particularly those who suffer from
conditions like asthma.
It’s impossible to prevent mold and mildew
growth but it also takes a long time for the problem to become so apparent,
which means it really is time for you to retile your rooms once they do.
Plenty of Cracks and Chips
Any type of flooring – tiles or wood – that
has several deep cracks and little chip all throughout needs to be replaced
immediately. If the problem is ignored, these little problems may evolve into
something big and ruin your entire interior tiling. Cracks and chips can also
wound and/or injure the residents of your home and that is from ideal. If that
doesn’t convince, maybe knowing that the tiny spaces between the cracks can be
breeding grounds for pests will.
Still not swayed? Here’s our final rebuttal –
mold. Cracks and chips can prompt immediate mold and mildew growth and we all
know how dangerous that is as mentioned in the previous point.
Tiles are Coming Loose
When tiles come loose prematurely, it means they
were poorly installed and adhesion issues have started to arise – either the
amount of adhesive used was lacking or completely wrong. Once this happens,
there’s no other way to fix the problem than to retile the entire space.
You’re going to want to do this because loose
tiles pose a lot of safety hazards. Loose times are extremely prone to chipping
and cracking. This may then lead to injuries and wounds and other physical harm
on residents. It may also be the start of mold and mildew growth. Put simply,
when tiles come loose, all the previously mentioned signs will undoubtedly
follow.
Outdated Design
Admittedly, this is more of an aesthetic
problem than an actual hazard, but it’s equally important to improve the design
of your home. Tile designs are constantly evolving and whatever you have at
home may not be trendy or in-style anymore. If that bothers you or you just
want a breath of fresh air, then retiling might be the best solution.
You’re going to be surprised at the effect
new tiles can have. It may have you falling in love with a room you previously
thought was nothing special. You might think that doesn’t mean much, but very
few things in life can elicit the happiness you feel when you look at
newly-tiled rooms.
Key
Takeaway
When molds, cracks, and adhesion problems
start to arise, you know it’s time to change your tiles. You may also want to
consider going for new tiles once you realize that what you have installed is
outdated but you don’t have to do it immediately. There’s enough time for you
to look for a design that’s a little bit more evergreen since there are no
hazards associated with a tile design that’s out of style.
We know that the price of tiles in the
Philippines is holding you back but keep in mind that you may end up dealing
with a lot costlier problems if you choose to ignore your broken and
problematic tiles!
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