Porcelain stoneware

It is a type of ceramic tile that excels with its technical and aesthetic characteristics.

The standard EN 14411, published in October 2012, provided the porcelain stoneware definition: “fully vitrified tile with water absorption coefficient less than or equal to a mass fraction of 0.5%, belonging to groups AIa and BIa”. Consequently, only the products belonging to the Bla group with ≤ 0.5% water absorption can be classified as porcelain stoneware.
This characteristic guarantees excellent resistance to thermal fluctuations, to wear over time and to chemical products and confers compactness to the tiles.

Today porcelain stoneware represents the type of tiles that are most sold.

Porcelain stoneware is safe and attentive to environmental sustainability, it does not contain plastic and is completely recyclable.
It is one of the most hygienic and easy to clean materials and does not leave any odours.
It is a durable material and its characteristics and appearance do not change with the passing of time.
In the event of a fire, it does not give off harmful substances because it does not burn.
It is highly resistant, does not deform, does not freeze and is resistant to the most aggressive chemicals.
Porcelain stoneware flooring is practical and stable and can be installed in any type of setting, allowing continuity between indoor and outdoor.
It is the ideal solution for underfloor heating thanks to its good heat conductivity.

INSTEAD CERAMIC
Unlike any types of flooring whose characteristics of healthiness and resistance are conditional on particular methods of use and maintenance, ceramic is hygienic and has a high resistance.
Ceramic does not contain plastic, is fire-resistant, does not give off toxic fumes, does not expand, does not promote the growth of fungi, moulds or bacteria and is recyclable. Professional standard installation ensures in the long term stability and hygiene for the flooring, walls, work tops and surfaces in any room of the house and work places.