Opaque glaze of silica or similar material, which is fused onto the masonry at temperatures above 1500 degrees F. Control of the quality is by ASTM Standard C126 that ensures that specified requirements have been met.
Ceramic mosaic tile
Tile formed by either the dust-pressed or plastic method, usually 1/4 inch thick, and having a facial area of less that six square inches. Ceramic Mosaic tiles may be either porcelain or natural clay composition and they may be either plain or may have an abrasive mixture throughout.
Ceramic tile
Kiln fired flat tile that is formed into shape from clay or other silicon materials such as sand or quartz. Available in a variety of shapes, sizes, colors and finishes they are used for countertops, floor and wall surfaces in kitchens, baths, etc. or in decorative places. Impervious to water, stain resistant and easy to clean they are useful in high traffic areas. Installed in evenly-spaced rows they are cemented to plywood and the joints are filled in with grout.
Certificate
Official, written documentation certifying that the fulfillment of certain requirements has occurred on a certain date.
Certificate of beneficial interest
Document stating that someone has an ownership interest but not direct control, in an asset, business or estate.
Certificate of deposit (cd)
Document representing that the bearer has a specified amount of money on deposit in a financial institution.
Certificate of deposit index
An index based on the interest rates on six-month CDs. Is often used to determine the interest rate on some adjustable rate mortgages.
