There’s a big difference in texture between the highly polished surface of a smoothly glazed tile and the rougher, irregular surface of an unglazed tile. Smooth or highly polished surfaces suggest more formal and dramatic spaces, and because they reflect light, they can help brighten areas that are dark and make colors more vivid.
Matte or textured finishes absorb light and give a tile more depth and can be used to create an intimate, informal look. Another advantage to richly textured tiles is that they hide dirt and fingerprints much better than a smooth tile, though they can also be a bit harder to clean.
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