Decorative Materials

Glazed tile is a type of ceramic tile with a glaze layer applied to the surface and fired at high temperatures. Its core structure consists of the body and the glaze layer — the body may be earthenware or stoneware (less commonly porcelain), while the glaze provides the tile with rich colors, patterns, and surface textures such as glossy, matte, or satin finishes. The glaze layer effectively prevents moisture penetration, enhances stain resistance, and makes the tile easy to clean. By adjusting the glaze formulation, it can simulate a variety of decorative effects such as stone, wood grain, or metallic finishes, offering high aesthetic appeal. Based on usage, glazed tiles can be subdivided into wall tiles (typically earthenware with higher water absorption, suitable for dry wall surfaces) and floor tiles (typically stoneware with greater strength, suitable for flooring). They are widely used in kitchens, bathrooms, living rooms, and other spaces for wall and floor coverings, making them a mainstream tile category that combines beauty and practicality.

Full body tile is a type of ceramic tile whose body and surface share the same color and material composition. It is made by mixing raw materials, forming, and then firing at high temperatures without applying a glaze. As a result, the texture and color are consistent throughout the tile, so even if the surface wears down, it will not reveal a visibly different layer underneath. Full body tiles are dense and durable, with low water absorption (typically porcelain or stoneware), and offer good wear and stain resistance. They are ideal for high-traffic and abrasion-prone areas such as living room floors, shopping mall walkways, and corridors. The surface can be treated to achieve various finishes — such as matte (retaining a natural texture) or polished (offering enhanced gloss). Common types include stone-effect and wood-grain full body tiles, which provide the look of natural materials while maintaining durability, making them a practical and visually cohesive option for both residential and commercial interiors.

Polished tile is a type of full body tile whose surface is mechanically polished to achieve a high-gloss finish, making it much smoother and shinier than regular full body tiles. During production, the tile body is formed using a hydraulic press applying thousands of tons of pressure and then fired at temperatures exceeding 1200°C, endowing it with numerous good properties. It features high hardness, with a Mohs hardness typically between 6 and 8, and good abrasion resistance, generally rated above PEI Grade 4, enabling it to withstand long-term, high-frequency foot traffic and friction, making it ideal for high-traffic areas such as shopping malls and hotel lobbies. Its water absorption rate is badly low, usually below 0.5%, offering good waterproof and moisture resistance, which makes it suitable for moisture-prone spaces like kitchens and balconies. Aesthetically, polished tiles also perform exceptionally well — through techniques such as ink infiltration, they can mimic a wide variety of patterns, including stone and wood textures, in color ranges from pure white and beige to deep gray and black, making them suitable for modern minimalist, light luxury, and European-style interiors.

Water-based paint is a type of coating that uses water as the diluent and waterborne resins (such as acrylic or polyurethane resins) as the primary film-forming substances, with a core feature of outstanding environmental friendliness. It dries relatively quickly and forms a paint film with good flexibility, weather resistance, and strong adhesion. By adjusting the formulation, it can produce various finishes such as matte or gloss, making it suitable for a wide range of substrates including wood, metal, and walls. Based on application, it can be further classified into interior wall latex paint, water-based wood paint, and water-based metal paint, among others. It is widely used in home decoration, furniture finishing, and interior applications where eco-friendliness is a priority, and has become a mainstream category in the coatings industry aligned with the trend of green and sustainable development.

Solvent-based paint is a type of coating that uses organic solvents (such as aromatic hydrocarbons, esters, ketones, etc.) as diluents and oil-based resins (such as alkyd resin, polyurethane resin, epoxy resin, etc.) as the primary film-forming substances. Its key characteristic is the high volatility of solvents, which evaporate during the curing process to solidify the resin and form the paint film. Compared with water-based paint, solvent-based paint offers faster drying speed, higher film hardness, better gloss, stronger adhesion, and good resistance to water and chemical corrosion. It is widely used in applications where high-performance coating properties are required, such as automotive finishes, metal corrosion protection, outdoor equipment coating, and high-gloss wood finishes. Solvent-based paint remains an indispensable category in both industrial and decorative coating sectors.

Special function coatings are a category of paints designed to meet specific protective or functional requirements. By using specialized film-forming materials, additives, or formulation techniques, these coatings provide performance beyond conventional decoration and basic protection. Their functions are highly targeted—for example, fire-retardant paints form an intumescent barrier that delays substrate combustion, buying time for evacuation and rescue; anti-rust paints prevent metal corrosion through chemical passivation or physical isolation; high-temperature resistant paints maintain film stability under bad heat, suitable for equipment like boilers and chimneys; insulating paints block electrical conduction to ensure the safety of electrical systems. Other types include anti-slip paints (increasing surface friction), anti-fouling paints (preventing marine organism adhesion), and camouflage paints (reducing object visibility). These coatings are widely used in industries such as construction, transportation, military, and heavy manufacturing. While they are not focused on aesthetic appeal, they are essential for ensuring equipment safety and enhancing operational performance under demanding conditions.