Much has been written regarding ceramic tile and the subset porcelain tile, but much of that info has to do with durability with floor traffic. My question is about a very specific issue pertaining to tiles in the shower that hasn't been covered.
After a demo and all the appropriate prep, i.e. cement board, sloping shower pan, etc. etc., I want to install tile in our shower. I want to install unglazed porcelain that looks like natural stone, but I have an issue that may prohibit this. As many middle-aged woman in the world today, I color my hair in the shower. The dark auburn color would certainly stain some types of tile. My understanding is that porcelain is vitreous and would not stain. I don't want the glazed tiles if possible because I like the look of the natural stone... I don't want a glossy appearance. Are there any porcelain tiles that are unglazed that will withstand hair color? Thx!
After a demo and all the appropriate prep, i.e. cement board, sloping shower pan, etc. etc., I want to install tile in our shower. I want to install unglazed porcelain that looks like natural stone, but I have an issue that may prohibit this. As many middle-aged woman in the world today, I color my hair in the shower. The dark auburn color would certainly stain some types of tile. My understanding is that porcelain is vitreous and would not stain. I don't want the glazed tiles if possible because I like the look of the natural stone... I don't want a glossy appearance. Are there any porcelain tiles that are unglazed that will withstand hair color? Thx!