Porcelain tile is highly resistant to wear and tends to last better over the years than standard ceramic tile does. ... Your porcelain tile floors are less prone to breaking, and they are designed to hold up really well.

Does porcelain tile crack easily?

Hard, dense, and solid, porcelain is resistant to most heavy stresses and can even be used in commercial environments. Be aware, though, that the hardness of porcelain can make it slightly more brittle than standard tiles, which means they can be more susceptible to cracking.

How do you keep a porcelain tile from breaking?

Because of the compressed, fragile nature of tile, it can crack, break and fragment when you try to cut it. The best way to keep tile from cracking is to use a score-and-snap tile cutter or a diamond wet saw.