National Tile Day

National Tile Day is an annual American holiday dedicated to tiles. This building material has been popular for centuries. It allows you to create an original interior in an apartment or house, which cannot go unnoticed. It is on February 23.

History

It is believed that tiles were invented thousands of years ago, in ancient Egypt. The material was originally used as a decorative material. The remaining archaeological evidence in the form of mosaics and frescoes on the walls confirms the use of tiles. The people of ancient Egypt used brick tiles to decorate their homes as early as the 4th millennium BC. Glazed tiles were common in ancient Babylon. Later, this material began to be actively used in Asian countries.

Today, tiles are used in manufacturing buildings, hospital wards, and residential areas. The scope of application of tiles is huge. The modern market offers a large number of varieties of building materials: on the shelves, you can find porcelain, ceramic, stone, granite tiles, and more.

Interesting Facts

• Wall tiles are produced by the “double firing” method. After the first firing of the base, the tiles are glazed and painted, and then fired a second time.
• In modern apartments and houses, tiles are most often used to decorate the kitchen and bathroom. This is due to their practicality and ease of care.

How to Celebrate

Decorate your home on National Tile Day. With this material, you can create entire paintings on the walls or on the floor. Learn more about the existing varieties of tiles, their features, strengths, and weaknesses.

Spread the word on social media. Ask other users what types of tiles they prefer. Exchange photos of your interior.

When is National Tile Day in 2025?

National Tile Day is observed on February 23 each year.

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