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- Paper and Wire
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A tile installation method which involves using wire mesh and tar paper as a backing.
- Paver Tile/Pavers
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Dust-pressed porcelain or clay tiles that are similar to ceramic mosaic tiles. Also may be vitreous stone, glazed or unglazed.
- Pin Holes/Pin Lines
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Tiny holes or lines in finish caused by finish sinking into low or less dense areas. This can be corrected by applying an additional coat of finish.
- Plucked Finish
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A finish texture that is achieved by plucking small particles out of the surface.
- Plumb
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A truly level surface.
- Polished Finish
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A finish that has a high degree of shine or gloss and strongly reflects light.
- Porcelain Tile
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Very dense and smooth dust-pressed mosaic or paver tile.
- Porosity
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The amount and size of tiny holes or pores in a flooring surface.
- Pre-Grouted Tile
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Tile that is pre-grouted in sheets and bonded together usually using an elastomeric material.
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