Specification

Tile Specifications
STANDARDS &
REGULATIONS
Meier Park Silver Strand
12 in. x 24 in. tile shown in brick pattern
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Breaking Strength Ceramic Tile, ASTM C648-04
Ceramic tiles used on floors and walls must be able to withstand the expected load bearing capacity of various
installations. The tile industry uses ASTM C648-04 to determine the strength and durability of the tile. A
force is applied to an unsupported portion of the tile specimen until breakage occurs. The ultimate breaking
strength is then recorded in pounds. Final selection of the tile should be based upon the breaking strength
and the appropriate installation method. Tile integrity is critically dependent upon proper installation. Dal-Tile
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.
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
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 by or for Dal-Tile meet or exceed
the requirements of ANSI A137.1. See product pages for series-specific technical data.