Porcelain Patio Paving Slabs

Make a Style Statement With Outdoor Porcelain Paving Slabs

Keeping your outdoor areas look immensely beautiful, porcelain paving works wonders, especially if you wish to transform your patio and garden space by injecting a natural grace to exteriors. With attributes like anti-slip finish, easier to clean, earthy look, resistant to changing weather conditions, and high durability, these porcelain paving slabs are preferred to cover floors with layers of aesthetics and strength. With an eye-catching contemporary look and splendid textural feature, porcelain floor tiles are an ideal choice to achieve modernity. Your search for ‘porcelain paving slabs near me’, has finally come to an end with The Stone Flooring. With a huge variety of designs, patterns, natural effect finish, and colours, here you will be spoilt for choices as we host an enormous collection of tiles to give your home a striking makeover.

Whether you want grey floor tiles for the bathroom to create a subtle look or white porcelain paving for outdoor space, you simply wish for it, and we will make it come true. To amp up the elements of style and robustness in your spaces, you can never go wrong with vitrified porcelain paving that is made from pure kaolin clay mixed with other minerals. Perfect for lavish porcelain patio slabs, outdoor areas or garden pathways, these tiles evoke a sense of natural charm with ethereal effects. Speaking of maintenance, it doesn’t need to be sealed like natural stone paving. Resistant to dirt and staining, you can keep it looking luxe and exquisite using light washing. Lighter and easy to install, you should certainly buy porcelain paving slabs for outdoor application.

Design Exteriors of Your Dreams Using Porcelain Paving Slabs

The outdoor areas are as important as the indoors, and thus a well-designed outdoor space all decked up in porcelain paving is exactly what you need. To create a brilliant inside-outside connect and transform your garden or patio into a great spot for relaxation, flooring plays a significant role. Adding class and elegance to your space, porcelain wall tiles complementing the glamorous floors are also used extensively these days. Durability, aesthetically-pleasing, less maintenance, and slip-resistance, porcelain ticks all the boxes.

At The Stone Flooring, we firmly aim to build a living space that reflects your personality and luxe lifestyle choices, and that is why, we offer supreme quality floor & wall tiles in materials like sandstone, limestone, marble, quartzite, granite etc. Whether you are looking for limestone bathroom tiles or marble kitchen tiles to get a royal appeal, we have something special for every nook and corner of your home.

For a high-end modern look, our store is flooded with a multitude of options for indoors and outdoors. If you’re worrying about the size, then fret not. We have 900x600 porcelain slabs for you to cover maximum area without the probability of damage during installation. For comparatively smaller spaces, you can opt for 600x600 porcelain slabs in any colour of your preference. As porcelain is less prone to absorbing heat, its surface can get hotter if it gets direct sunlight. Therefore, make sure you choose lighter tones like beige, grey, white, cream to avoid burn feet. So, what are you waiting for? Discover our latest collection and shop porcelain patio slabs online from The Stone Flooring to impart warmth and rich-textured effect in your abode.

FAQs

1. Are porcelain paving slabs suitable for pool areas?
   Yes, they are. Porcelain paving tiles are a relatively new option for outdoor spaces. But they have various properties that make them an ideal choice for outdoor porcelain paving for pool decks, landscaping, etc. Their uniformity in color and pattern is one of the advantages. This is because they are manufactured and not natural stones. This leads to a clean, seamless look. Another factor is that porcelain is durable, slip-resistant, and easy to clean. They are also resistant to pool chemicals, which makes them last longer. Porcelain paving slabs can surely prove to be an excellent option for pool areas with proper installation.
   

2. Are porcelain paving slabs suitable for all climates?
   Yes, porcelain paving slabs are suitable for all climates. But you must keep a few things in mind when using outdoor porcelain tiles in certain climates. In colder climates, porcelain holds up well to freezing temperatures. And they won't crack like natural stones. However, the porcelain tiles need to be laid on a concrete base that is below the frost line to prevent shifting. In hot climates, porcelain performs better than most pavers. Due to its light color and non-porous nature, it does not retain heat. In addition, porcelain resists water absorption and staining from rain, snow, and other precipitation. These make porcelain patio slabs perfect in all weather conditions.
   

3. How do I clean and maintain porcelain paving slabs?
   Porcelain paving slabs require little maintenance, but you cannot ignore cleaning and maintenance. You must sweep porcelain slabs regularly with a stiff broom to remove dirt and debris. For a deeper clean, you must use a pressure washer on a low setting to avoid damaging the surface. Also, avoid harsh chemical cleaners which can stain porcelain. Mild soap and water should suffice for the cleaning needs of porcelain slabs in the UK. You can also consider sealing pavers annually to protect them from staining and enhance longevity.
   

4. Can porcelain paving slabs be used for driveways?
   Yes, porcelain slabs are an excellent choice for driveways. They are highly durable, which makes them ideal for withstanding vehicle traffic and harsh weather. You can also use them without worries for driveways as they are resistant to fading, stains, and scratches. It won't crack or chip easily under pressure like concrete. We have the best porcelain driveway slabs in the UK to complement any home. With proper care, porcelain pavers can last for decades on a driveway.
   

5. Do porcelain paving slabs come in different sizes and designs?
   Yes, porcelain paving slabs come in a wide variety of sizes. The Stone Flooring has diverse porcelain paving slabs sizes like 300x600x9mm, 600x600x9mm, etc. There are many shape options like rectangles, squares, and hexagons that allow creativity in laying patterns. Colors range from solids to natural stone looks, with smooth, sandy, or rippled textures. You can find the best porcelain patio paving tiles in white and grey colors with matte finish in our store. The wide range of options makes porcelain a versatile paving material when properly installed.
   

6. Can porcelain paving slabs be used on sloped surfaces?
   Yes, porcelain pavers can be installed on gentle slopes with proper planning. To prevent shifting, you must use a compacted aggregate sub-base. The key is to prepare the ground well and use adequate materials and adhesive to ensure that porcelain patio slabs stay without moving. You also need to give proper care to containment edging and textured pavers for traction. While paving, pay attention to the manufacturer's slip resistance ratings for safety. With good installation techniques and attention to detail, porcelain pavers can work well on many sloped landscapes. That’s also why a porcelain patio in the UK is a great option for sloped surfaces.
   

7. What is the price range for porcelain paving slabs?
   The price of porcelain paving slabs can change according to the brand, style, finish, etc. At The Stone Flooring, we have three price ranges. It starts at £10 - £20 to £20 - £30 and £30 - £50. That’s how much our porcelain slabs cost in the UK. This helps us meet the budgetary requirements of every customer as per their outdoor décor requirements.
   

8. What is the average lifespan of porcelain paving slabs?
   Well, it depends on how you take care of the porcelain outdoor tiles and maintain them. It also depends on how well you have installed it while laying it for the first time. However, the expected lifespan of porcelain outdoor tiles is over 50 years with proper care. As they are made from refined natural clays and minerals under high temperatures, porcelain pavers are dense, non-porous, and highly durable. Hence, you can confidently buy porcelain paving slabs to stay for years without worrying about replacing it.
   

9. Does porcelain scratch or stain?
   No, porcelain tiles are highly resistant to scratches and stains. Its dense, non-porous composition prevents liquids from penetrating and causing marks. Further, porcelain is also very hard, making it difficult to scratch, even under heavy usage. While no material is completely scratch or stain-proof, outdoor porcelain paving is one of the most durable options available. And The Stone Flooring has numerous options you can try.
   
   
10. Is porcelain paving slippery?
    While they are not slippery, porcelain patio pavers can become slippery when wet if proper precautions are not taken. You can use textured, non-slip porcelain to avoid instances of slipping. Along with that, ensure that your service team uses proper installation techniques like roughened backs, wider grout lines for drainage, containment edging, etc., to prevent slipping. Using an annual penetrating sealer will provide needed traction and reduce slipping. We also suggest you maintain the outdoor porcelain slabs timely to avoid slipping.