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Why are tiles with rough surface safer than tiles with smooth surface?
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∙ 13y ago
Think about it. If the tiles are wet, then you are going to have more grip if it is rough then when it's smooth so you won't slip and break something as easily.
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Name any 5 smooth and 5 rough surfaces?
smooth:- surface of the mirror , floor of the room when polished , surface of wet soaps,glazed tiles & surface of a oily pot . rough :- soles of shoes , surface of a ply board , unpainted wall, surface of a brick & surface of tyres .
Why do balls bounce high on tiles?
Well it is hard to explain but i will give it a try. It actually depends on what type of ball your talking about. Baseball, Basketball, Waffle balls, etc you looking at a bouncy ball its actually because of the rubber used when you bounce the ball hard do you here that slamming sound? That is the sound of the tiles and the ball meeting and since the tiles are a hard smooth surface rubber works well on it so that's how i think of it.
What surface uses the least amount of friction?
wet surfaces like tiles have the least amount oof friction
Why do bathrooms have small tiles?
because all the large tiles were used in the kitchen
Why do carpets feel warmer than ceramic tiles?
ceramic tiles feel colder because it kind of takes the warmth from you but the carpet doesn't as it can 'store' heat whereas the tiles can't
Name any 5 smooth and 5 rough surfaces?
smooth:- surface of the mirror , floor of the room when polished , surface of wet soaps,glazed tiles & surface of a oily pot . rough :- soles of shoes , surface of a ply board , unpainted wall, surface of a brick & surface of tyres .
Are snails faster than slugs?
I dont think anyones too sure. Lets race them!
Can you cover rough slate tiles with linoleum?
Linoleum must be on a firm flat surface. It is recommended that the tile be removed.
Why is quartzite used for tiles?
Because they are smooth
How do you clean grout off rough tiles after laying down tiles?
there is a special cleaner at lowes in the cleaner isle.
Do you need to prime floor before screeding over ceramic tiles?
Might try to rough up the surface with a power sander & emory cloth but a primer wont do much good, wouldn't waste my time or $$
Difference between pool tiles and regular tiles?
Pool tiles have a harder surface. They can tolerate being in constant contact with water and harsh pool chemicals
What are the things to consider when shopping for tiles?
The method of application is an important factor. The location of the tiles is also an important consideration. Smooth tiles should not be placed in areas where the floor can get wet because it can cause an accident. Another consideration to be made is where the tiles will require a lot of maintenance.
Can you put tile over tile on a shower wall?
no the tiles have too smooth of a finish and other tile will not stick to them need to remove old tiles and then lay new
What are the tiles on the space shuttle called?
You are likely thinking of the High-temperature reusable surface insulation (HRSI) tiles. These are part of the larger thermal protection system (TPS) which also includes the Low-temperature Reusable Surface Insulation (LRSI) tiles, Toughened unipiece fibrous insulation (TUFI) tiles as well as the Felt reusable surface insulation (FRSI) blankets and Flexible Insulation Blankets (FIB).
Who is The Best Matt tiles Supplier In Canada?
Now days matt tiles are very popular, and they provide a classic look to your kitchen or bathroom. The reason why matt tiles are famous now is that they are rough in texture and they are not slippery at all that is why they are best for bathroom and kitchen. Alice tiles offer the best matt tiles at a very affordable price, Alice tiles are leading Matt tiles manufacturer in Canada.
Why do balls bounce high on tiles?
Well it is hard to explain but i will give it a try. It actually depends on what type of ball your talking about. Baseball, Basketball, Waffle balls, etc you looking at a bouncy ball its actually because of the rubber used when you bounce the ball hard do you here that slamming sound? That is the sound of the tiles and the ball meeting and since the tiles are a hard smooth surface rubber works well on it so that's how i think of it.
