While porcelain has a history that goes back centuries – it was developed by the Chinese during the Yuan dynasty in the fourteenth century – it has become an increasingly popular material for a multitude of surfaces in the home. In other words, it’s by no means a modern material, but it’s a relative newcomer as a surfacing material. From indoor and outdoor floor tiles and wall tiles, to kitchen benches and bathroom vanities, porcelain is proving its power. Here are several ways to take advantage of the possibilities of porcelain in your home. Indoor floor tiles Porcelain floor tiles are denser and harder wearing than ceramic tiles due to the pressing and firing process. Porcelain is fired at higher temperatures and uses a more refined clay mixture than traditional ceramic tiles . This means the finish is harder and the material denser, giving a more sophisticated and long-lasting finish that is ideal for high-traffic areas. An additional bonus is that porcelain