Specification

TILE SPECIFICATIONS
STANDARDS & REGULATIONS
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the tile should be based upon the breaking strength and the appropriate installation method. Tile integrity is critically dependent
upon proper installation. The manufacturer recommends strict adherence to industry installation guidelines set forth in ANSI
A108, A118 and A136.
Chemical Resistance, ASTM C650-04
Chemical resistance is measured using ASTM C650-04. A tile sample is placed in continuous contact with a variety of
chemicals for 24 hours, rinsing the surface and then examining the surface for visible variation.
Industry Standards
The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) and the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) are nationally
recognized organizations, which identify and develop industry test methods and technical standards.
Neither ASTM nor ANSI establish an industry standard identifying a minimum COF value whereby ceramic tile may be labeled
“slip resistant.” All Standard Grade ceramic tile products manufactured meet or exceed the requirements of ANSI A137.1. See
product pages for series-specic technical data.
Abrasion Resistance, ASTM C1027-99
The durability of glazed tile is measured subjectively by observing the visible surface abrasion of the tile when subjected to the
ASTM C1027-99 testing procedure. The manufacturer evaluates glazed tile recommended for oor applications using this test
method which includes the following classication system:
SHADE VARIATIONS
Tiles range from complete consistency to a more random appearance.
Here’s an overview of color and shading of individual tile selections.
MONOCHROMATIC (V0) | Very uniform, monochromatic color
LOW (V1) | Consistent color within each tile and from tile to tile
MEDIUM (V2) | Color variation within each tile
HIGH (V3) | Some variation from tile to tile, and within each tile
RANDOM (V4) | Considerable variation from tile to tile