I. PRODUCT ATTRIBUTES
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Floor Tile |
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Tile meets all criteria for use on floors; however, it may also be used on vertical applications such as walls, countertops and fireplace surrounds. See Abrasion Resistance, Coefficient of Friction and Frost Resistance for installation-specific details. |
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Wall Tile |
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Tile meets all criteria for use on vertical applications such as walls, backsplashes and fireplace surrounds. See Abrasion Resistance and Frost Resistance for installation-specific details. |
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Modular Tile |
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Smaller sized tiles feature standardized units or dimensions and can be installed individually or in conjunction with Field Tile or Wall Tile to create more elaborate, custom patterns. |
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3D Technology |
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State-of-the-art 3d printing technique which uses the latest in
digital print technology, allowing for infinite design capabilities unique to Marazzi.
Marazzi is the only manufacturer in the U.S. that can
digitally print up to 360 dpi, directly to tile. At this maximum
resolution and with the unique grayscale printing technique, Marazzi
reaches finer, crisper and smoother definition for printed designs
than other digital products. A stunning palette of more than 100 square
feet with no repetition, at maximum resolution, can be achieved.
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Rectified Tile |
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Tile that has had all edges mechanically finished to achieve a more precise facial dimension. |
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Decorative Tile |
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Specialty tiles designed to enhance floor and wall tile when used as inserts, borders and special accents. |
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Trim Available |
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Various complementary pieces designed to finish edges of field tile. |
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Suitable for Outdoors |
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The combination of Frost Resistance and Coefficient of Friction results for this series makes it
appropriate for exterior horizontal (flat) surfaces.
See ADA criteria for ramps.
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II. TECHNICAL ATTRIBUTES
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Abrasion Resistance |
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Class 0
Tile in this class should not be exposed to wear/traffic or aggressive maintenance practices and is generally used on walls. See Frost Resistance for installation-specific details. |
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Class I
Tile in this class may withstand soft-soled foot traffic, provided that dirt and/or other abrasives are not present on the wear surface. Class I tile should not be used in areas with direct access to the outside or large amounts of foot traffic. See Frost Resistance for installation-specific details. |
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Class II
Tile in this class may withstand soft-soled and some normal foot traffic provided the dirt and/or other abrasives are kept to a minimum. Class II tile should not be used in areas with direct access to the outside, large amounts of foot traffic, or areas exposed to abnormal footwear. See Coefficient of Friction and Frost Resistance for installation-specific details. |
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Class III
Tile in this class may withstand normal footwear and regular traffic, with some dirt and/or other abrasives present in limited quantities. Tile in this class may be used in light commercial installations with limited foot traffic and with no direct access to the outside including residential kitchens and hallways, with limited traffic from the outside. See Coefficient of Friction and Frost Resistance for installation-specific details.
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Class IV
Tile in this class may withstand heavier amounts of traffic with greater amounts of dirt and/or other abrasives present including commercial kitchens and areas with regular traffic from the outside. See Coefficient of Friction and Frost Resistance for installation-specific details.
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Class V
Tile in this class may withstand constant foot traffic with larger amounts of dirt and/or other abrasives including airports, malls, and other commercial walkways subject to high volumes of foot traffic and constant traffic from the outside. See Coefficient of Friction and Frost Resistance for installation-specific details.
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Coefficient of Friction |
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< 0.5 Not a slip resistant product
≥ 0.5 Meets OSHA recommendation for slip resistant walking & working surfaces
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≥ 0.6 Meets ADA recommendation for slip resistant accessible routes (0.8 recommended for ramps).
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≥ 0.7 Higher level of slip resistance for special situations
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Coefficient of friction may vary within and between production runs because of the inherent characteristics of fired clay products. COF can also vary considerably from the original state due to the presence of contaminants, water, floor finishes and other factors.
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Shade Variation |
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V0 - Very Uniform Appearance
Pieces of the same shade value are very uniform and smooth in texture.
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V1 - Uniform Appearance
Differences among pieces from the same production run are minimal.
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V2 - Slight Variation
Clearly distinguishable differences in texture and/or pattern within similar colors.
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V3 - Moderate Variation
While the colors and/or texture present on a single piece of tile will be indicative of the color and/or texture to be expected on the other tiles, the amount of color and/or texture on each piece may vary significantly. It is recommended that the entire range be viewed before selection.
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V4 - Substantial Variation
Random color and/or texture differences from tile to tile, so that one tile may have totally different colors and/or textures from that on other tiles. Thus, the final installation will be unique. It is recommended that the entire range be viewed before selection.
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Frost Resistance |
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Industry criteria dictate that tile shall not exceed 5% water absorption to be recognized as frost resistant. To be recognized as Porcelain tile, the water absorption rate cannot exceed 0.50 % (impervious). Wall tile must not exceed 20% water absorption and is not frost resistant.
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Meets ADA Requirements |
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The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) recommends a minimum static coefficient of friction of 0.60 (wet and dry) for accessible routes and 0.80 (wet and dry) for ramps. |
III. ENVIRONMENTAL ATTRIBUTES
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Minimum Pre-Consumer Recycled Content |
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Material that is diverted from the waste stream during a manufacturing process which is then bought or traded and incorporated into another manufacturing process. |
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Certified No VOC |
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Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are emitted as gases from certain solids or liquids; they include a variety of chemicals, some of which may have short- and long-term adverse health effects. This series has been tested by a third party laboratory and certified free of VOC emissions. |
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U.S. Green Building Council Member |
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Partner with U.S.G.B.C. in pursuing sustainable solutions to modern building and business challenges.
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Contributes to LEED credits |
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Incorporation of recycled material during manufacture may contribute to LEED credits for Recycled Materials. |
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Made in USA |
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Domestically produced tile; tile may contribute to LEED credits for Regional Materials. |
