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Some tile surfaces or glazes will not scratch or scuff even under the heaviest industrial traffic.

Others are only suitable for light residential traffic like bathrooms.

A tile's abrasion resistance will determine where the tile is best applied.

European firms commonly assign their glazed tiles a number from 1 to 4 to indicate their abrasion resistance and recommended usage's.

The following chart will help you determine the proper tile for your home improvement project.

PEI-1 Light Residential Traffic	Tiles suited to areas of the home, such as baths or bedrooms, where soft footwear is worn.
PEI-2 Moderate Residential Traffic	Tiles for general residential areas, except kitchens and entrance halls or other areas subject to direct outdoor traffic.
PEI-3 Residential Traffic	Tiles suited to maximum residential traffic in all areas.
PEI-4 Commercial Traffic	Tiles suited to public areas where moderate to heavy traffic occurs (such as hotel lobbies, restaurants, supermarkets and banks).
NOTE: Laboratory tests to measure the abrasion resistance are made according to the PEI method (Porcelain Enamel Institute) and the MCC method, as indicated in the EN standard. The results of both are comparable.

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last revised: 8/23/02