Avaire vs. Traditional Tile
Avaire simply outperforms traditional porcelain and ceramic tiles due to its innovative features and design. Below are the most common characteristics of comparison. Avaire clearly has the advantage.
| CHARACTERISTICS | AVAIRE | PORCELAIN | CERAMIC |
| Durability | Excellent | Excellent | Moderate |
| Stain Resistance | Excellent | Excellent | Moderate |
| Frost Resistance | Excellent | Excellent | Moderate |
| Moisture Resistance | Excellent | Excellent | Moderate |
| Warranty Offered | Yes | Occasionally | Occasionally |
| Cuts w/Wet Saw | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Installs Over Radiant Heat | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Floating Floor | Yes | — | — |
| Easily Installed by Anyone | Yes | — | — |
| Can Be Installed in a Day | Yes | — | — |
| Installs Directly Over 3/4" Plywood or OSB | Yes | — | — |
| Installs Directly Over Vinyl/Hardwood | Yes | — | — |
| Requires No Thinset | Yes | — | — |
| Resuable | Yes | — | — |
| Easily Replace Tiles | Yes | — | — |