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Some shapes tile because they fit together.
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Why do some shapes tile and some shapes don't?
some shapes tile and some don't because if the side angles don't equal a factor of 360 degrees it will not tile and if the side angles do equal a factor a 360 degrees it willtile.
What two shapes will tile a plane?
heptagon and an equilateral triangle
What are some places one could purchase vinyl tile flooring?
There are many places that someone could purchase vinyl tile flooring. Home Depot has many different shapes, styles, and colors of vinyl tile flooring for sale.
Why do some shapes make tilings and some do not?
It all matters what the inside angles measure up to. If the inside angles measure up to 360 degrees, the shape will tile. If the inside angles do not add up to 360 degrees, the shape won't tile.
Can a regular pentagon be used to tile a floor?
No, not if your floor is flat. Regular pentagons do not tile the plane. You will always end up with empty space. You would need to use some other shapes too (or irregular pentagons) http://www2.spsu.edu/math/tile/defs/pentagon.htm
Each tile on a floor has 5 sides and 5 angles. What shapes is each of tiles?
pentagon
What kinds of tile patterns are there?
Tile patterns can come in a great many different shapes and styles. They can even be designed to any individual's specification when they visit a DIY store.
What is a tile installer?
A tile installer is a laborer who installs tile. This can be ceramic or linoleum or some other form of tile
Why do only the triangle hexagon and square tile?
It's not because of a natural law or something; it's inherent in the structure of space, and the shapes of triangles, hexagons, and squares. Your question is like asking, "why does 2 + 2 = 4?" There's not a reason, they just do because that's how things are.Also, they aren't the only shapes that tile, just the only regular polygons that tile.>>M.T.
Why do certain shapes tessellate or tile and others do not?
If their interior angles are a factor of 360 degrees, they will tessellate. Otherwise, they can't.
What are the different categories of tile flooring?
I would like to buy some new tile flooring. What are some different configurations of tile flooring?
What do you call a person who lays tile?
A person who lays tile can be called a tile fitter or tile layer. Some people call it a tile mason, too.
