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Using Ceramic Tile on Outdoor Projects

15 years ago

Can I use ceramic tile outdoors on pots or a birdbath? I have some 4 x 4 tile that I want to use, but I've read in some places that these are not for outdoors. Does that apply mainly to places that get hard freezes? I live in Dallas area. I'm tempted to go for it, but thought I'd check here first. Thanks.

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texaswild
15 years ago
Go for it. My DD lives in Carrollton, and her tower I made has lots of ceramic pieces, even the chalky stuff, and it's standing well after two or more yrs. Dallas weather isn't considered extreme IMO.
texasfern
15 years ago
Once again I ditto Slow. I have used lots of low fire ceramic (chalky) and porcelain tiles with no problems.
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