Technical porcelain - Nicholls And Clarke Glass

Technicalporcelain

Nicobond

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ExperienceIn the manufacture of tiles, adhesives and screeding systems. We have been supplying the construction industry withtechnical porcelain for over 25 years andhave used this experience in the creation ofthis comprehensive document, which offers an unrivalled choice of technicalporcelain tiles to suit any type of project.

Inventors & InnovatorsN&C Nicobond invented ready mixed tileadhesive in 1958 and continue to be market leading Innovators. We have spentmore than 50 years developing innovativeNicobond products that solve the challenges faced in today's construction industry. This catalogue contains the latestinnovation in the technical porcelain industry being 'Nicobond Steelker' a product with a thickness of only 5mm thatoffers the ability to use porcelain tiles incompletely new areas.

Research & DevelopmentThe chemists in our factories highlyequipped laboratories are constantly engaged in research and development. Investment in the latest laboratory equipment allows us to make use of new,innovative raw materials and manufacturingtechniques that lead to the production of unique products that offer distinct advantages to the specifier, contractor orclient.

Total Solution ProvidersWe don't just manufacture tiles, sanitarywareand healthcare products. 'Tiling Products -The Directory' offers the specifier and contractor 68 pages of products and systems that create solutions for the most demanding of environments. We are stillunique in being the only British manufactureroffering a 'Total Wetroom Solution', startingwith a tray former and tanking kit all the waythrough to the glass screen, sanitaryware,tiles and accessories - a total solution fromone quality manufacturer.

Technical Specification ServiceOur technical team have over 100 yearscombined experience in the specificationof tiles for commercial and residential use.We offer a full technical specification serviceand are able to attend any site addressthroughout the U.K. A technical written specification is available on request. 'TilingSolutions' is available as a hard copy ordownload and contains fixing solutions tosuit the vast majority of project types.Clients can also create their own adhesive,grout and screed specifications online usingthe 'Nicobond-i' system which can befound at www.ncdirect.co.uk

SamplesWe offer an express sample service whichensures that your samples will bedespatched on the day they are requestedand will arrive with you the following day*.Samples should be requested online atwww.ncdirect.co.uk using the 'Sample Request' button.

We also offer wallets containing small samples of the 'Architect and Porcelainex'ranges that are designed specifically for useby specifiers.

24 Hour Nationwide DeliveryWe own and operate a fleet of over 100commercial vehicles that deliver on a nextday basis throughout the UK*. Our distribution centres are strategicallyplaced throughout England, Scotland &Wales. Our transport managers hold a ‘Certificate of Professional Competence’and ensure that you get your delivery onthe day you want it. We take orders up until5pm for next day delivery and do not havea minimum order value**.

Customer CareWe aim to provide you with an outstandinglevel of customer service that will help tofurther enhance the service you offer yourclients. We monitor our performance levelsand strive to achieve 100% client satisfaction. We believe that open channelsof communication with our customers,coupled with their feedback are a sure wayof further improving our customers buyingexperience.

Trade Associations& Technical CommitteesN&C Nicobond has been heavily involvedin the creation of British & European Standards for decades. We have chairedThe Tile Association and their WetroomTechnical Committee. We continue to pushfor stringent policing of the industry whichwould stop manufacturers falsely claimingspecific European standards on packaging.Our philosophy has always been to driveup quality and standards whilst remaininghighly competitive.

EnvironmentA full time Environmental Manager workswith our environmental committee, with theaim of further reducing our carbon footprintin accordance with ISO 14001. We manufacture using recycled materials;recycle our waste paper, cardboard, timber and plastic at all 17 sites within the group. Nicobond Steelker offers a substantial environmental benefit, compared to standard contract porcelaintiles as it uses 50% less raw material, lessmanufacturing energy, 50% less packagingand reduces it's impact on the environmentthrough shipping by 50%. It can also be dryfixed, which offers a further environmentalbenefit. It is also worth noting that the product within this Technical Porcelain Catalogue is manufactured under the strictguidelines of ISO14001 in Europe and isnot shipped in from the Far East.

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Contents

Porcelain Tile Performance Guide 4 - 9

Architect RangeArchitect Uni 12 - 13Architect Dotti 14 - 15Architect Color Dot 16 - 17Architect Maksi Dot 18 - 19

Architect Anti-Slip Architect Corund 20 - 21Architect Rondo 22 - 23Architect Piramidato 22 - 23Architect Mercato 24 - 25Architect Kanyon 24 - 25Architect Diamond 26 - 27Architect Canali 28 - 29Architect Kripto 28 - 29Architect Showerlay 30 - 31Architect Fittings 32 - 33

Porcelainex RangeWhat is it used for 36 - 37Porcelainex Colours 38 - 39Porcelainex Stone 40 - 41Porcelainex Texture 42 - 43Porcelainex Industrial 44 - 45Porcelainex Tactile 46 - 49

Nicobond Steelker RangeSlim & Strong 52 - 59

Nicobond Adhesives & Grouts 60 - 61

Stainless Steel Channels and Gullies 62 - 63

Availability ChartsArchitect Porcelain Range 64 - 67Porcelainex Range 68 - 69

Tiling Trims/Expansion Joints 70

Slip Resistance Notes 71

Important Notes 72

Reference Documents 73

Technical Porcelain

Commercial PartnersWe have worked in partnership with an extensive list of customers throughout the U.Kand worldwide on some of the most demanding projects imaginable.

Our first U.K and export projects were completed 50 years ago. The Nicobond products used are still performing today and will continue to do so for the life of thebuilding or project. This pedigree has created ultimate confidence in the Nicobondrange of products. Today we are working with many of the U.K’s premier contractorswho in turn have worked in partnership with leading brands such as;


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Porcelain tile performance guidecommercial flooring - slip resistance

R9

UniUltra White

UniSuper White

Maksi DotSuper White

UniIvory

DottiLight Beige

UniSand

UniMarket White

Color Dot Gold

Maksi DotGold

DottiIvory

Nicobond SteelkerBeige

Color DotBeige

Nicobond SteelkerWhite

Color DotSuper White

Maksi Dot Blue

Maksi Dot Sand

Maksi Dot Light Beige

DottiLight Pink

UniSilver

Color Dot Silver

Maksi Dot Silver

Color DotCement Grey

Color Dot Grey

Maksi DotGrey

DottiLight Grey

DottiTaupe

UniCement Grey

UniMink

Color DotGraphite Grey

Nicobond SteelkerBrown

DottiBlue

Maksi DotDark Blue

Color Dot Dark Blue

Maksi DotGraphite

DottiDark Grey

Color DotAntrasit

UniBlue

UniGrey

UniGraphite Grey

UniBlack

Maksi DotAntrasit

UniColbalt Blue

UniBrown

UniCarbon

UniSuper Black

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UniYellow


PorcelainexSoft White 10

PorcelainexGold 50

PorcelainexOrange 56

PorcelainexFuchsia 66

UniTobacco

Maksi DotGold

Maksi DotSilver

PorcelainexBronze 58

PorcelainexCoffee 55

PorcelainexBrick Red 65

Dotti Tobacco

DottiLight Grey

PorcelainexLemon 41

PorcelainexAmarelo 45

PorcelainexBeige 35

PorcelainexChampagne 33

Color DotMink

DottiIvory

PorcelainexIvory 14

DottiTobacco

PorcelainexEarth 40

PorcelainexRose 75

Maksi DotMink

PorcelainexLight Grey 20

PorcelainexSilver Grey 23

PorcelainexDark Grey 25

Maksi DotGrey

PorcelainexCharcoal 30

PorcelainexLight Green 92

PorcelainexLeaf Green 95

PorcelainexOlive Green 96

DottiDark Grey

Maksi DotAntrasit

PorcelainexLight Blue 82

PorcelainexTurquoise 80

PorcelainexBlack 32

PorcelainexLime 91

PorcelainexSteel Blue 85

PorcelainexBlue 86

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R10A

UniSuper White

UniIvory

Color DotGold

Color DotBeige

UniYellow

Maksi DotSuper white

DottiIvory

MaksiGold

DottiLight Pink

UniTobacco

UniSilver

Color DotSilver

DottiIvory

UniGrey

DottiTobacco

Maksi DotSilver

DottiLight Beige

DottiTaupe

Color DotGrey

Maksi DotGrey

DottiLight Grey

Maksi DotMink

Maksi DotGraphite Grey

Maksi DotGrey

DottiDark Grey

DottiBlue


Uni Graphite Grey

UniBlack

UniSuper Black

UniBlue

UniColbalt Blue

Maksi DotAntrasit

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UniUltra White

UniMarket White

UniSand

UniUltra Red

DottiIvory

UniSuper White

UniIvory

UniYellow

UniTobacco

DottiLight Grey

UniSilver

DottiLight Beige

DottiLight Grey

DottiTobacco

DottiTobacco

DottiIvory

Color DotCement

UniGrey

Color DotMink

UniTobacco

UniCement Grey

Color DotGrey

UniMink

UniBrown

DottiDark Grey

DottiBlue

Dotti Dark Grey

UniBlack

Color DotAntrasit

Color DotDark Blue

Color DotGraphite

UniCarbon

UniSuper Black

UniBlue

UniIris Blue

UniColbalt Blue

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R11A

PorcelainexAmarelo 45

DottiIvory

UniIvory

UniIvory

Color DotGrey

PorcelainexIvory 14

DottiLight Grey

PorcelainexIvory 14

DottiIvory

UniBlue


DottiBlue


DottiLight Grey

DottiBlue


DottiDark Grey

UniTobacco

PorcelainexIvory 14

DottiDark Grey

PorcelainexGold 50


PorcelainexGold 50


UniColbalt Blue

DottiTobacco


UniTobacco

Color DotAntrasit

PorcelainexGold 50

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UniIvory

UniBlue

PorcelainexIvory 14

UniIvory

DottiIvory

DottiBlue

PorcelainexSteel Grey 23

DottiIvory

DottiLight Grey

DottiDark Grey

DottiLight Grey

DottiLight Pink

UniColbalt Blue

DottiDark Grey

DottiTobacco

Color DotAntrasit

Color DotGrey

UniSuper Black

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rangeArchitect


A co-ordinated range ofhigh quality porcelain tilesavailable in 56 colours and 4 styles Uni, Dotti, Color Dotand Maksi.

8 anti-slip options cater forall slip resistance needs aswell as a range to createshower areas, plus skir tingsand angles.

This modular range, with sizes ranging from 2.5 x 2.5cm up to 60 x 60cm is designed to be installed using a 3mm grout joint.

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Architect Uni Range

Uni Ultra White

Uni Market White

Uni Super White

Uni Ivory

Uni Sand

Uni Yellow

Uni Green

UniTurquoise

Uni Blue

Uni Iris Blue

Uni Colbalt Blue

Uni Dark Blue

Uni Super Black

Uni Tobacco

UniRed

Uni Ultra Red

Uni Silver

Uni Cement Grey

Uni Grey

Uni Graphite Grey

Uni Black

Uni Mink

Uni Dark Mink

Uni Mocha

Uni Brown

Uni Carbon Black

Architect

UniA range of 26 solid (Uni)colours for clean, bold design possibilities.Available in Natural and Polished finish.

60 x 60 x 0.9 60 x 30 x 0.9

40 x 40 x 0.8

20 x 20 x 0.8 15 x 15 x 0.8

10 x 10 x 0.6 5 x 5 x 0.6 2.5 x 2.5 x 0.6

30 x 30 x 0.8


Please refer to availability chart on page 64 for colour/size options.

R9




Architect Dotti Range

Dotti Ivory

Dotti Light Grey

Dotti Dark Grey

Dotti Light Beige

Dotti Taupe

Dotti Light Pink

Dotti Tobacco

Dotti Blue

Architect

DottiA range of 8 functionalcolours with a large volumeof micro dots to the finished colour.Available in Natural and Polished finish.

60 x 60 x 0.9 60 x 30 x 0.9

40 x 40 x 0.8

20 x 20 x 0.8 15 x 15 x 0.8

10 x 10 x 0.6 5 x 5 x 0.6

30 x 30 x 0.8



R9




Architect Color Dot Range

Color DotSuper White

Color DotGold

Color DotBeige

Color DotMink

Color DotAntrasit

Color Dot Silver

Color Dot Cement Grey

Color DotGrey


Color Dot Dark Blue

Architect

Dot R9Color

A range of 10 colours witha less intense micro dot finish than Dotti.Available in Natural and Polished finish.

60 x 60 x 0.8

40 x 40 x 0.8

20 x 20 x 0.8 10 x 10 x 0.6 5 x 5 x 0.6

30 x 30 x 0.8






Architect Maksi Dot Range


Maksi DotGold

Maksi DotBlue - Black

Maksi DotLight Beige

Maksi DotTaupe

Maksi Dot Silver

Maksi DotGrey

Maksi DotGraphite Grey

Maksi DotAntrasit

Maksi DotDark Blue

Maksi DotSand

Maksi DotMink

Architect

MaksiA range of 12 colours featuring larger colour chipsthat complement Uni, Dottiand Color Dot.Available in Natural and Polished finish.

60 x 60 x 0.9

40 x 40 x 0.8

20 x 20 x 0.8 5 x 5 x 0.6

30 x 30 x 0.8


Dot R9





Uni

Size Ivory30x30 20x20 10x10

Tobacco30x30

Size Blue15x15

Colbalt Blue15x15

Dotti

Size Ivory 30x30 20x20 15x15 10x10

Light Pink15x15

Tobacco30x30 15x15

Size Blue20x20 15x15

Light Grey30x30 20x20 15x15 10x10

Dark Grey30x30 20x20 15x15 10x10

Color Dot

Size Grey20x20

Antrasit20x20

Architect Anti-Slip Corund R11C ArchitectAnti-Slip

30 x 30 x 0.8

20 x 20 x 0.8

15 x 15 x 0.8

10 x 10 x 0.6

Corund R11C


Slip Resistance Pendulum R Value Wet Ramp

CorundDry 63

R11 CWet 51

Please refer to page 71 for important notes regarding anti-slip finishes.




Architect Anti-Slip Rondo R10B

Uni

Size Super White15x15

Ivory30x30 20x20 15x15

Tobacco30x30 20x20

Size Blue15x15

Colbalt Blue15x15

Dotti

Size Ivory30x30 20x20 10x10

Light Grey30x30 20x20

Tobacco30x30

Dark Grey30x30 20x20 10x10

ArchitectAnti-Slip

Rondo R10B

Architect Anti Slip Piramidato R10C

Uni

Size Ivory30x30

Tobacco30x30

Dotti

Size Ivory30x30

Light Grey30x30

Tobacco30x30

Dark Grey30x30

ArchitectAnti Slip

Piramidato R10C



Rondo Available on request R10 B


Piramidato Available on request R10 C

30 x 30 x 0.8

20 x 20 x 0.8

15 x 15 x 0.8

10 x 10 x 0.6

30 x 30 x 0.8





Architect Anti Slip Mercato R11B

Uni

Size Ivory30x30 20x20

Tobacco30x30

Red20x20

Dotti


Light Grey30x30 20x20 15x15 10x10

Dark Grey30x30 20x20 15x15 10x10

Blue20x20

ArchitectAnti Slip

Mercato R11B

Architect Anti-Slip Kanyon R10A

Uni

Size Ivory30x30

Tobacco30x30

Dotti


Light Grey30x30 20x20

Dark Grey30x30 20x20

Tobacco30x30 20x20

Maksi Dot

Size Gold30x30

Super White30x30

Silver30x30

Size Grey30x30

Antrasit30x30

ArchitectAnti Slip

Kanyon R10A



Mercato Available on request R11 B

30 x 30 x 0.8

20 x 20 x 0.8

15 x 15 x 0.8

10 x 10 x 0.6


Kanyon Available on request R10 A

30 x 30 x 0.8

20 x 20 x 0.8





Architect Anti-Slip Diamond R12C V4

Uni

Size Super White15x15

Ivory20x20 15x15

Size Blue 20x20

Colbalt Blue 20x20

Super Black20x20

Dotti


Light Pink20x20

Tobacco20x20

Size Light Grey20x20 15x15

Blue15x15

Dark Grey20x20 15 x 15

Color Dot

Size Grey20x20

Antrasit20x20

ArchitectAnti-SlipDiamond R12C V4



DiamondDry 65

R12 CWet 56

20 x 20 x 0.8

15 x 15 x 0.8





Architect Anti-Slip Canali R12 V10

Uni

Size Ivory20x20

Dotti

Size Ivory20x20

Light Grey20x20

Dark Grey20x20

ArchitectAnti-SlipCanali R12 V10

Architect Anti-Slip Kripto R13 V10

Uni

Size Ivory20x20

Dotti

Size Ivory20x20

Light Grey20x20

Dark Grey20x20

ArchitectAnti-Slip

Kripto R13 V10



Canali Available on request R12 N/A

20 x 20 x 0.8


Kripto Available on request R12 N/A

20 x 20 x 0.8





Architect Showerlay Systems

10x10cm

Shower inclinedend edge

Uni Ivory DottiIvory

Dotti Light Grey

DottiDark Grey

Color DotSilver

DottiBlue

Color DotGrey

Color DotAntrasit

ArchitectShowerlay

The architect porcelainShowerlay componentsallow the creation of bespoke shower areas, individual or communal, inprivate and commercial applications.

Shower inclined end edgeM 10 x 10 cm / 4” x4”97 x 97 x 6.5 / 15 mm

Shower inclined end edge (Internal)M 10 x 10 cm / 4” x4”97 x 97 x 6.5 / 15 mm

Systems

Shower inclinedend edge(Internal)


Dotti Light Grey

DottiDark Grey

Color DotSilver

DottiBlue

Color DotGrey

Color DotAntrasit

Shower inclinedend edge(External)


Dotti Light Grey

DottiDark Grey

Color DotSilver

DottiBlue

Color DotGrey

Color DotAntrasit

97 97

515

97

97 97

15

97

156.5

6.5


12.5 x 12.5cm

Shower inclinedend edge

Shower inclined end edge (Internal)

Shower inclined end edge (External)

Uni Ivory

Shower inclined end edge (External)M 12.5 x 12.5 cm / 5”x 5”119 x 119 x 7 / 27 mm

119 119

27 7

Shower inclined end edge (Internal)M 12.5 x 12.5 cm / 5”x 5”119 x 119 x 7 / 27 mm

119 119

27

7

Shower inclined end edge (External)M 12.5 x 12.5 cm / 5”x 5”119 x 119 x 7 / 27 mm

119 119

27

Shower inclined end edge (External)M 10 x 10 cm / 4” x4”97 x 97 x 6.5 / 15 mm




ArchitectFittings

Covebase sit on

Dotti Ivory

Dotti Light Grey

DottiDark Grey

Covebase sit on

Dotti Ivory

Dotti Light Grey

DottiDark Grey

V cap external cornersit on

Dotti Ivory

Dotti Light Grey

DottiDark Grey

200

8100

Covebase sit inM 10 x 15 cm / 4” x 6”8 mm

150

8100

Covebase internal corner sit inM 2 x 10 cm / 1” x 8”8 mm

20

8

100

30

8

100


100

8100


V cap external corner sit inM 3 x 10 cm / 1” x 4”8 mm

SteptreadM 30 x 30 cm / 12” x 12”8 mm

300

8

300

Plinth SkirtingM 7 x 30 cm / 3” x 12”8 mm

70 8

300

Covebase sit onM 10 x 20 cm / 4” x 8”8 mm

200

100

8

Covebase internal corner sit onM 3 x 10 cm / 1” x 4”8 mm

100

30

V cap external corner sit onM 3 x 10 cm / 1” x 4”8 mm

100

30


Architect Fittings available from stock

Architect Fittings Please refer to page 66 for fittings availability chart.



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rangePorcelainex


Porcelainex, extrudedporcelain floor and wall tiles are available in a diverse range of formats,thicknesses, colours and finishes.

Suitable for the most demanding enviromentssuch as Supermarkets, Stadiums, Hospitals, Hotels,Industrial Food Preparation,Train Stations etc.

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Porcelainex – What is it and why use it?

• What is the fundamental difference between Porcelainex extruded porcelainand pressed Porcelain? The mass (clay, sand, feldspar and water) is basically the same for both processes, butwith ‘extruded’ the mass is not spray dried into a powder, but is kept wet (18% water)and forced through the extruder from a cylindrical shape (approximately 60cm in diameter) gradually (over approximately 1 metre) to an exit point, which is the widthand thickness of the tile. This puts extreme force onto the surface and base of the tile(not so much to the edges) resulting in the microscopic structure of the material beingextruded and therefore, the tiles being directional/laminated (like a wad of paper)rather than random in structure, as is the case for pressed porcelain. The directional/laminated structure results in ‘extruded’ Porcelain being superior instrength on the surface and underneath compared to pressed porcelain. The processalso means that the edges of pressed porcelain are superior to extruded porcelain,which means the surface of the extruded product is superior in terms of wear (MOHSscale) and impact resistance (from above) than pressed porcelain.

The porosity of extruded porcelain is also superior to pressed porcelain, this is enhanced because when the extruded tiles are drying (water content reducing from18%) the majority of the water leaves upwards through the surface of the tile, leavinga salt deposit resulting in a very strong surface skin. This skin enhances the strength andreduces the permeability of the tile, resulting in the surface of the tile being extremely resistant to stain penetration and is therefore very easy to clean potentiallystaining material from the surface of the tile (e.g. acids, wine, blood, graffiti etc.)

• If you compare both extruded and pressed porcelains of the same thickness, isone stronger than the other?From above (or below), the extruded porcelain is stronger. From the edges thepressed porcelain is stronger.

• Is there a difference in water absorption/stain resistance between Porcelainex extruded porcelain and pressed porcelain?Water absorbency is slightly better (lower) with ‘extruded’ but has significantly betterstain resistance.

• If you want straight, uniform edges does extruded porcelain need to be rectified?Yes, if you want to use a grout joint of less than 5-6mm. With rectification you can usea grout joint as narrow as 2mm. The straightness of the edges and the planarity of thesurface is comparable to pressed porcelain.

• Are the manufacturing tolerance/standards for extruded porcelain the same asfor pressed porcelain?Porcelainex does not conform to the same standards that pressed porcelain manufacturers comply with in terms of production. However, unrectified Porcelainextiles are calibrated and each calibration has a maximum difference of 1mm +/- 0.3mm.Please note that Porcelainex should be laid directionally in accordance with the lineson the back of the tiles.

• Impact resistance; is one more impact resistant than the other?Yes, extruded porcelain has a better impact resistance from above than pressedporcelain (please see comments above).

• Other benefits of PorcelainexPressed porcelain manufacturers generally only produce 2-3 thicknesses whereasPorcelainex can easily produce varying thicknesses quickly, easily and economicallyup to a maximum of 18mm (which pressed porcelain manufacturers are unable toreach - generally their maximum thickness is around 11-12mm). This makes the most demanding of situations possible using Porcelainex.

• What are the recommended grout widths?Rectified walls 2mm - floors 3mm - non-rectified 5 to 6mm.




Porcelainex Colours R10

Soft White 10 Ivory 14 Champagne 33 Beige 35

Gold 50 Amarelo 45 Bronze 58 Orange 56

Lemon 41 Lime 91 Light Green 92 Leaf Green 95 Olive Green 96

Turquoise 80 Light Blue 82 Steel Blue 85 Blue 86

Rose 75 Earth 40 Fuchsia 66 Brick Red 65 Coffee 55

Light Grey 20 Silver Grey 23 Dark Grey 25 Charcoal 30 Black 32

PorcelainexColoursA range of 27 colours offering exceptional mechanical resistance withvery high stain resistantqualities for all interior andexterior applications.

30 x 90

30 x 60

40 x 40

15 x 30

11.7 x 24 8 x 24

30 x 30

Natural Satin Polished

20 x 20


R10*

*R10 refers to natural finish.



Porcelainex Colours Available on request R10* N/A

Natural = Prefix colour code with 10Satin = Prefix colour code with 11Polished = Prefix colour code with 12

15 x 15




Porcelainex Stone Range R10

Ivory 14 Beige 35 Brick Red 65

Light Grey 20 Charcoal 30

PorcelainexStone

Recreating textured, wornnatural stone, PorcelainexStone offers an incrediblydurable ‘stone’ option suitable for all environments.


30 x 60 30 x 30

R10



Porcelainex Stone Available on request R10 N/A




Porcelainex Texture Range R11

Ivory 14 Beige 35 Gold 50


Porcelainex

R11Texture

Incredibly durable, texturedextruded porcelain for high demand areas with increased anti-slip benefits.


30 x 15 30 x 30



Porcelainex Texture Available on request R11 A

Texture




Porcelainex Industrial Range

Ivory 14 Beige 35 Gold 50


PorcelainexIndustrial

Supremely tough with unsurpassed durability, porcelainex Industrial is perfect for those demanding areas whereonly the toughest survive.


30x30 30x30

20x20 11.7x24



Porcelainex Industrial Available on request

R10 N/A

R11 A

R11 B

R11 C

R12 B

R10-R12

Drainage Drainage Textured




Extruded Tactile Range PorcelainexTactile


20x20

20x20

400mm

400mm

Gold 50 Light Grey 20

Nicobond Porcelainex Tactile is a tactile pavement designed to aid the blind and visuallyimpaired, supplying them with warning signs and other information in Public places.It informs them of what the safest route is, as well as indicating other important situations.The diversity of this type of textured pavement in Public places provides essential information expanding the capacity for orientation and mobility.

These products are designed for areas of intense traffic, which are normally areas prone to a high level of wear. They are incomparable in terms of mechanical resistance, anti-staining and are totally resistant to chemicals.

Nicobond Porcelainex Tactile specified correctly enables compliance with the requirements of the Equality Act and the recommendations of the Department of The Environment, Transport and The Regions (DETR), The Joint Mobility Unit and the Centre forAccessible Environments (CAE).

1. Blister safety line

2. Specific location line

3. Corduroy warning line

4. Guide line

5. Change of direction

6. Information line



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Corduroy Warning Line

Guide Line

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Slim & Strong Reinforced Porcelain TilesNicobond Steelker


floor wall interior quick slim strong functional aesthetic

A new generation of slimsteel reinforced porcelaintiles designed for dry-fit,floating floor applications in commercial and residential environments.




Nicobond Steelker Stone

White 60 x 30 x 5NB12000

60 x 60 x 5NB12003

Beige60 x 30 x 5NB12001

60 x 60 x 5NB12004

Brown60 x 30 x 5NB12002

60 x 60 x 5NB12005

Nicobond SteelkerSlim & Strong Reinforced Porcelain Tiles

A new revolutionary development in tiling. Thesteel reinforced backing ofthe porcelain tiles allowsextremely thin tiles to beloose laid. This means thatfor the first time tiled floorscan be created very quickly,easily and at comparativelylow costs.

60 x 60 x 5

50 x 50 x 6.5

60 x 30 x 5


Other ranges available to order

Nicobond Steelker BasaltGlazed porcelain tile with digital decoration

Nicobond Steelker CementoGlazed porcelain tile with digital decoration

Beige 50 x 50 X 6.5NB12010

Grey 50 x 50 X 6.5NB12011

Black 50 x 50 x 6.5NB12012

Beige 50 x 50 X 6.5NB12013

Grey 50 x 50 X 6.5NB12014

Black 50 x 50 x 6.5NB12015


Nicobond Steelker Available on request R9 N/A

R9

Nicobond Steelker Dry Fit Self - Adhesive UnderlaySize 1m x 15m x 2mmN2310020




Nicobond Steelker


Nicobond SteelkerSlim & Strong Reinforced Porcelain TilesKey Benefits

Speed of InstallationUsing the dry-fit self adhesive underlay system, up to 50m² of Nicobond Steelker tiles canbe installed per hour. The floor is then available for immediate use.

Clean InstallationThe dry-fit installation and precision engineering of the porcelain tiles allows butt jointingwhich removes the wet-trade application methods of normal tiling. Nicobond Steelkercan be installed without the creation of dir ty environments and can be fitted without interrupting your commercial activity, just closing one area at a time and movingthe furniture as you go.

Stronger FloorsDue to the steel reinforced patented technology, 5mm porcelain floors are stronger andmore impact resistant than tiles or stone that are much thicker. Nicobond Steelker exceedsthe ISO testing norms by over 35 times the standard. The improved impact resistance hasbeen tested and exceeded the requirements of international (ISO-EN), American (ASTM)and the French (CSTB) standards.

Cost EffectiveNicobond Steelker can be laid over existing floors without the need for sub-floor preparation. This dramatically reduces the fitting cost compared with traditional wet fixporcelain tiles.

SlimAvailable from 5mm thickness without the need for cement based adhesive, the dry-fitsystem means a new floor can be created with a total depth of only 7mm. This meansrenovation projects can be completed without changing doors or adding steps orchanges in floor heights.

Fashionable FloorsShould your floor become unfashionable or need to be changed to suit the corporate orpersonal style or a new client or owner, then Nicobond Steelker can be quickly and easily removed without damage to the existing building structure.

What are the advantages for the environment?The use of Nicobond Steelker in place of traditional ceramic tiles drastically cuts the impact on theenvironment.



Frequently Asked Questions

What is it?Nicobond Steelker is a new generation of porcelain tile designed to be a floating floor which can be fixed in virtually any area. Due to the laminated construction fusing porcelain tiles, steel and resin fibre it can be placedon non-rigid subfloors or over existing hard floor coverings such as ceramic or natural stone. The unique lamination process creates floors that have incredible impact resistance, the disconnected installation systemmeans floors can be installed/replaced very quickly and cost effectively.

What is it for?Nicobond Steelker looks like a tile, a beautiful tile of the best quality, but it is much more.Nicobond Steelker does not need to be glued to the subfloor, nor does it need to be supported by a cementbased screed, because the tile is already reinforced. The result is that Nicobond Steelker can be set practically anywhere:

• Residential and commercial buildings• Temporary commercial areas or events, as temporary shops, exhibitions, artistic installations• Renovations, with no demolition, providing the opportunity to upgrade older buildings to current regulations

for sound insulation between floors and• Can even be used on top of old floating floors in offices, etc.

How is it laid?Installation is completely dry-fit, using Nicobond Steelker self-adhesive "repositionable" underlay mat. Easy to layand able to compensate for small gradients and steps in the subfloor. Ideal for do-it-yourself, or traditional technique using Nicobond Rapidflex Adhesive or Nicobond Starlike Epoxy Adhesive/Grout – see pages 60 - 61.

What are the benefits of Nicobond Steelker Dry-Fit Underlay?The underlay is repositionable because it is always possible to detach and re-attach any out of position pieceswith minimal effort, making the laying more easy and forgiving. The adhesive strength, once the tiling has been completed, is more than sufficient to ensure optimal bonding and being pressure sensitive, increases with time.After an hour it is close to impossible to remove a tile from the underlay, unless you cut through the underlay witha blade cutter. This type of mat gives three important features to the new floor:

• Reduces the sound transmission through the structure• Reduces the step noise inside the room• Allows the use of underfloor heating, due to good heat transmission



How to cut it?Nicobond Steelker is a high resistance composite material, but it can be easily cut using a traditional scoring wheeltile cutter (i.e: Rubi or similar). The cutting procedure is simple, nevertheless this operation must be carried outwearing protective eyeglasses and gloves.

1) Score the back side first, passing the wheel on the steel fabric reinforcement.2) Turn the tile over and score the decorated surface, exactly on the same path as on the back side. The scoring

must be seamless, with no jumps.3) Break the tile by pressing the lever of the cutter. The tile is now broken, but the two pieces will stay together.4) Bend two pieces against each other, until they separate.

Should the tiles be grouted?Not necessarily - if the floor is the rectified tile version with a very narrow joint, grouting is not always essential,this way the tiles can be easily removed and reused. In all other cases, joints between tiles must normally begrouted. As the tiled floor is “floating” the floor is not entirely rigid, but elastic, and therefore the only way to en-sure the complete impermeability of the floor is to grout the joints with an impervious, epoxy grout.

How easy is it to change a tile?If the tiles are set with narrow joints and no grout, you can simply remove the damaged tile by lifting it with a sucker,having carefully cut through the dry-fit underlay. If the floor is grouted, in order to change a tile it is necessary toremove the grout as you would with a traditionally tiled floor.

Follow these steps:1) Remove the grout: if it is epoxy (hard plastic), you will need to heat it to make it soft, then use the cutter blade

to cut it.2) Lift the tile complete with its part of the underlay, and then clean the border of the hole from where the tile

was removed.3) Place a piece of underlay either into the hole or stick it on the back of the tile and set the new tile in place

paying attention to ensure it is centered.4) Apply the grout to the new joints.

Can it be used as a wall covering?Nicobond Steelker may also be used as a wall covering. It is ideal for plasterboard, fiber-gypsum walls or over existing tiled walls (when fixed using traditional fixing methods).

Grout for dry-fit, self adhesive underlay fixing:-

1.Nicobond Starlike Grout

Grouting alternatives for traditionally fixed floors with adhesive:-1. Nicobond Starlike Grout2. Nicobond Flexible Grout Plus



Can it be laid directly on the existing floor?Nicobond Steelker may be directly laid on the existing floor if the latter is perfectly levelled using the NicobondSteelker dry-fit underlay. The old surface may be ceramic, stone, PVC, linoleum, laminate or rubber, rigid or flexible. Nothing has to be removed. Nicobond Steelker gives you the opportunity to upgrade not only aesthetic and mechanical properties, but to introduce soundproofing and/or thermal insulation.

Can it be used with Underfloor Heating?Nicobond Steelker is an optimal solution for radiant floors, because, its patented laminated structure, improvesthe radiant heating performance of the floor. The Nicobond Steelker floating floor has a very low thermal resistance when fixed using self-adhesive underlay. The materials which it is made of are able to withstand temperatures exceeding 100 °C. Electric undertile cable/mat systems need to be covered with screed to obtaina smooth surface.Can it be set on plywood, fiberboard or a chip-board sub-floor?Nicobond Steelker can be set over flexible subfloors, like plywood or fiberboard (MDF, HDF) and even on chipboard or OSB. The tiles need to be fixed to the Nicobond Steelker dry-fit self adhesive underlay, creating afloating floor that is disconnected from the timber subfloor.

Can it be set above a raised access floor?Since it does not need a concrete slab, Nicobond Steelker is an ideal solution to renovate a raised access floor.You only need to fix the tiles to the Nicobond dry-fit self adhesive underlay, taking care to correct any small levelimperfections. This solution allows the access to the subfloor space, since it will always be possible to removethe Nicobond Steelker tiles.

Can it be set above a worn-out laminate?The surface of an old worn out laminate is the ideal background for the placing of Nicobond Steelker tiles, usingthe Nicobond Steelker dry-fit self adhesive underlay.

Can it be set above resilient floor coverings, like PVC, Linoleum, Rubber or Resin?If the existing floor is level and smooth. If imperfections are greater than 1mm it is recommended to screed first.

Environmental AdvantagesNicobond Steelker has advantages over other floor covering when measured by:-

• Life span• Products that can be re-used• Products that can be recycled• Products that can be transformed in energy (waste energy process)• CO² emission per commercial unit (tiles = square meter)• Water consumption per commercial unit

What are the advantages for the environment?The use of Nicobond Steelker in place of traditional ceramic tiles drastically cuts the impact on the environment.The calculation of the environmental impact per square metre gives an impressive result: when one part over onethousand of the ceramic floor tiles made each year in Europe are fixed using Nicobond Steelker with no demolition and no concrete slab subfloor, the benefit for the environment would be as follows:

- Reduction of CO2 emissions of more than 21,000 tons, equal to morethan 21,000 medium size cars running 10,000 km per year

- Reduction in water consumption of 30,000,000 litres, equal to the average yearly consumption of 500 European people

- Reduction in solid waste generation of 100,000 tons, equal to thevolume of a 15 storey skyscraper of 1,000 square metres per apartment



Is it Certified?Nicobond Steelker satisfies quality and security standards according to European Regulation CE-89/106. As it has a very low organic content, Nicobond Steelker it is among the few floating floor materials classified as A2FL-s1-d0 as fire reaction (1° Class). Other technical characteristics are directly inherited from the tile surface.Nicobond Steelker makes use of best quality porcelain tiles which meet, or exceeds, the specifications of ISO-EN 10545 norm.

Is it marked CE?A specific, harmonized norm has not been written yet for these new concept composite materials. For this reason the composite product should not be subject to norm EN14411 which considers the ceramic tile "as is".

Moreover, since the product is designed to be a floating floor, it will not become an integral part of the building,therefore the CE marking is not mandatory. Nevertheless, our product could be adhered to the subfloor structure, becoming an integral part of the building. For this reason we are marking the boxes according to theCE regulation EN14411.

Does it pass shock tests?Our materials have been submitted to shock resistance tests, according to International (ISO-EN), American (ASTM)and more strict French (CSTB) regulations

These standards require the tile to be adhered with a two-component glue, to a concrete slab of specified thickness, whereas our tests where conducted with tiles fixed to flexible backgrounds with adhesive or dry fit selfadhesive underlay systems. All tests were passed, proving that our materials will perform at least as a tile traditionallyglued on concrete slab, also if they are dry-set on disparate supports.

Does it pass dynamic load tests?Dynamic Load tests simulate all the stresses which couldbe applied to a material during its entire operating life. The entire system is tested: the surface, the glue, the grout,the underlay.

Our flooring system proved to be appropriate for residential and commercial flooring, reaching the moststrict classifications if rigid supports and higher thicknessare chosen.

Is it unbreakable?Under extraordinary mechanical stresses Nicobond Steelker like every floor covering can be damaged. However, it is easy to replace a damaged tile.

How is it made?Nicobond Steelker is a composite material made of several hot and pressure laminated layers. This combinationof different materials gives our product unmatched aesthetical and mechanical properties and is easy to lay.

In which environments can Nicobond Steelker not be used?Nicobond Steelker cannot be used in industrial environments and in all cases where the subfloor is humid orwhere there is rising damp. Nicobond Steelker cannot be used with the dry fit underlay system in an external application.

Why choose Nicobond Steelker Slim and Strong Porcelain Tiles?A new generation of slim steel reinforced porcelain tiles designed for floating floor applications in commercial andresidential environments that reduces the impact of the existing building, saves money and time in installation withthe additional benefits of it’s environmental credentials.



Adhesives, Grouts and Screeds

Nicobond RapidflexA fast setting, high performance, single part flexible and waterproof tile adhesive, bonds all types of tiles to a wide varietyof substrates

Nicobond Large Format Floor AdhesiveA fast setting flexible and pourable adhesive designed to be of fluidconsistency to aid bedding of larger format tiles

Nicobond Xtra A high build adhesive with a traditional mortar consistency forbonding all types of ceramic wall and floor tiles including naturalstones

Ecoflex Carbon Neutral Adhesive A fast setting, high performance, single part highly flexible andwaterproof tile adhesive, bonds all types of tiles to a wide varietyof substrates.



Nicobond Single Part Flexible Highly flexible standard set wall and floor tile adhesive

Nicobond Flexible Grout Plus A superior, highly flexible grout with anti efflorescent, anti mouldand the unique Aquablok technology water repellent properties

Nicobond GypfixNicobond Gypfix is a rapid setting, white, gypsum based tile adhesive specially designed for fixing ceramic, porcelain and natural stone tiles to Anhydrite/Calcium Sulphate floors.

Nicobond Fast Flexible Adhesive A two part highly flexible elastomeric adhesive for fixing tiles inareas of slight vibration or for bonding to difficult substrates

Nicobond Starlike GroutAn easy to use two part epoxy resin grout with good acid resistance which can be combined with Nicobond StardustSparkle to create a unique glitter effect.

Nicobond StardustSparkleA silver glitter additive tobring a uniquesparkle effectto NicobondStarlike Grout.

The new innovative tile adhesive,grout and screed selector tool thatallows you to select the very bestproducts most suited to yourusage, environment and application in under 30 seconds.

Available online now atwww.ncdirect.co.uk


N&C Stainless Steel Channels & Gullies

ShoweringThis new design of stainless steel channel has the advantage ofhaving a wide range of models available to suit a variety ofshowering situations. The suspension for the grating givesunique hygienic advantages, as the risk of accumulation of bacteria is minimal.

LeisureWider grates are available for leisure application, made completely of stainless steel and are hygienicly adapted. The gullies are available as standard lengths; 600, 800, 1000, 1200,1500, 2000 and 2300 mm.

IndustrialNicobond Industrial gullies are made of stainless steel for environments where hygienic requirements are not prescribed. Suitable for industrial environments, garages,laundries etc. The industrial gullies can be fitted with mesh grating capable of withstanding substantial weights andcan be equipped with filter buckets / sediment traps.


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HygienicDesigned for applications in laundries with integrated watertraps, where high volume capacity is required. Lint separatorsare available with removable strainers.

KitchensThis stainless steel channel is adapted for hygienic applicationswhich require the capacity to cope with larger discharges fromcooking utensils. Available with side or bottom outlets, thechannels work with a wide variety of flooring, porcelain tiles,vinyl, concrete etc. The channels can be made acid resistant ifrequired.

BespokeThe range of standard gullies and channels is vast but if you require something specific for your project, bespoke sizes anddesigns can be manufactured; extra outlets, increased capacity, wider or deeper channels can be made to your desires.

For full details of the complete range and consultation servicesplease contact your local branch.



ARCHITECT PORCELAIN RANGE PLAIN TILE OPTIONS

FLAT NATURAL FINISH

2.5x2.5 5x5 10x10 15x15 20x20 30x30 40x40 30x60 60x60

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� Available in natural finish � Available in polished finish Available from stock



ARCHITECT PORCELAIN RANGE ANTI-SLIP OPTIONS

CORUND (R11C) RONDO (R10B)PIRAMIDATO

(R10C)MERCATO (R11B) KANYON (R10) DIAMOND (R12V4)

CANALI(R12V10)

KRIPTO(R13V10)

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ARCHITECT PORCELAIN RANGE FITTINGSSIT-ON COVEBASE

INTERNALSIT-ON COVEBASE INTERNAL CORNER

SIT-ON V CAP CORNER PLINTH SKIRTINGS STEP TREADSIT- IN

COVEBASE

10X20 3X10 3X10 7x30 30x30 10X20

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ARCHITECT PORCELAIN RANGE FITTINGSSIT- IN

COVEBASE SIT- IN

COVEBASE COVEBASE INTERNAL

CORNER SIT-ON V CAP CORNER SHOWER INCLINED END EDGE PIECES

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RANGE FINISHTHICK-NESS

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NATURAL 11mm 294x888x11 R10 1010 K34 1014 K30 1035 K31 1050 K33

10mm 294x591x10 R10 1010 K27 1014 K24 1035 K24 1050 K26 1045 K25 1056 K72 1041 K41 1091 K36

294x294x10 R10 1010 K27 1014 K24 1035 K24 1050 K26 1045 K25 1056 K72 1041 K41 1091 K36

146x146x10 R10 1010 K34 1014 K31 1035 K31 1050 K34 1045 K32 1056 K80 1041 K48 1091 K44

97x97x10 R10 1010 K38 1014 K35 1035 K35 1050 K37 1045 K38 1056 K82 1041 K50 1091 K46

SATIN 11mm 294x888x11 1110 K35 1114 K31 1135 K31 1150 K34

10mm 294x591x10 1110 K28 1114 K25 1135 K25 1150 K27 1145 K26 1156 K72 1041 K42 1191 K37

294x294x10 1110 K28 1114 K25 1135 K25 1150 K27 1145 K26 1156 K72 1041 K42 1191 K37

POLISHED 11mm 294x888x11 1210 K38 1214 K34 1235 K34 1250 K37

10mm 294x591x10 1210 K31 1214 K28 1235 K28 1250 K30 1245 K29 1256 K74 1041 K43 1291 K39

294x294x10 1210 K31 1214 K28 1235 K28 1250 K30 1245 K29 1256 K74 1041 K43 1291 K39

NATURAL 8mm 294X591X8 R10 1010 K27 1014 K22 1035 K22 1050 K26

300X600X8 R10 1010 K23 1014 K11 1035 K11 1050 K20

392X392X8 R10 1010 K26 1014 K21 1035 K21 1050 K25

400X400X8 R10 1010 K22 1014 K9 1035 K9 1050 K19

294X294X8 R10 1010 K26 1014 K21 1035 K21 1050 K25 1045 K23 1058 K26 1092 K21 1095 K26

300X300X8 R10 1010 K19 1014 K5 1035 K5 1050 K14 1045 K10 1058 K19 1092 K5 1095 K13

300X300X8 R11 CLASS A 1014CI K5 1035CI K5

6mm 300X300X6 R10 1033 K3

7mm 200X200X7 R10 1014 K5 1035 K5 1045 K10

200X200X7 R11 CLASS A 1014CI K5 1035CI K5

80X240X7 R10 1014 K34

9mm 80x240x9 1014 K6

SATIN 8mm 294X591X8 1110 K32 1114 K26 1135 K26 1150 K30

392X392X8 1110 K32 1114 K26 1135 K26 1150 K30

294X294X8 1110 K27 1114 K23 1135 K23 1150 K26 1145 K25 1158 K27 1192 K23 1195 K27

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StoneSTRUCTURED 8mm 294X591X8 R10 4014 K22 4035 K22

300X300X8 R10 4035 K6

TextureTEXTURED 8mm 300X300X8 R11 CLASS A 1514CI K7 1535CI K7 1550CI K16

7mm 150X300X7 R11 CLASS A 1535CI K7 1545CI K7

NATURAL 12mm 300X300X12 R10 1014 K17

300X300X12 R11 CLASS A 1014CI K17

300X300X12 R12 CLASS B 1014AD K17

DRAINAGE 12mm 300X300X12 R11 - V6 CLASS B 1714CI K19

300X300X12 R11 - V6 CLASS C 1914 K20

8mm 300X300X8 R11 - V6 CLASS B 1714CI K7 1735CI K7 K17 K16

300X300X8 R11 - V6 CLASS C 1914 K8 1935 K8 1950

NATURAL 12mm 200X200X12 R10 1014 K17

200X200X12 R11 CLASS A 1014CI K17

200X200X12 R12 CLASS B 1014AD K17

DRAINAGE 12mm 200X200X12 R11 - V6 CLASS B 1714CI K19

200X200X12 R11 - V6 CLASS C 1914 K20

NATURAL 12mm 117X240X12 R10 1014 K18

117X240X12 R11 CLASS A 1014CI K18

117X240X12 R12 CLASS B 1014AD K18

TACTILEPAVEMENT 17mm 200X200X17 R11 - V10 CLASS B

200X200X17 R11 - V10 CLASS B

200X200X17 R11 - V10 CLASS B LS50 K52

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TACTILEPAVEMENT 12mm 200X200X12 R11 - V4

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1020 K30 1025 K30 1032 K33

1096 K33 1086 K42 1066 K57 1020 K24 1025 K24 1032 K26

1096 K33 1086 K42 1066 K57 1020 K24 1025 K24 1032 K26

1096 K41 1086 K50 1066 K67 1020 K31 1025 K31 1032 K34

1096 K44 1086 K52 1066 K69 1020 K35 1025 K35 1032 K38

1120 K31 1125 K31 1132 K34

1196 K34 1186 K42 1166 K58 1120 K25 1125 K25 1132 K27

1196 K34 1186 K42 1166 K58 1120 K25 1125 K25 1132 K27

1220 K34 1225 K34 1232 K37

1296 K36 1286 K44 1266 K59 1220 K28 1225 K28 1232 K30

1296 K36 1286 K44 1266 K59 1220 K28 1225 K28 1232 K30

1020 K22 1025 K22 1030 K23 1032 K26

1020 K11 1025 K12 1030 K14 1032 K20

1020 K21 1025 K21 1030 K22 1032 K25

1020 K9 1025 K10 1030 K12 1032 K19

1080 K25 1082 K25 1085 K26 1075 K22 1040 K22 1065 K22 1055 K26 1020 K21 1025 K21 1030 K22 1032 K25

1080 K13 1082 K13 1085 K19 1075 K8 1040 K8 1065 K8 1055 K19 1020 K5 1025 K6 1030 K8 1032 K16

1020CI K5 1030CI K8

1023 K3

1065 K8 1020 K5 1025 K6 1030 K8

1020CI K5 1030CI K8

1020 K3

1020 K6

1120 K26 1125 K27 1130 K28 1132 K30

1120 K26 1125 K27 1130 K28 1132 K30

1180 K26 1182 K26 1185 K27 1175 K24 1140 K24 1165 K24 1155 K27 1120 K23 1125 K23 1130 K24 1132 K26

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4065 K9 4020 K6 4030 K9

1520CI K7 1530CI K10

1520CI K7

1020 K17

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1020AD K17

1720CI K19

1920 K20

1720CI K7 1730CI K10

1920 K8 1930 K11

1020 K17

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1720CI K19

1920 K20

1020 K18

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LG20 K41

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LI20 K31

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COMMERCIAL TILING METAL TRIMS

DEPTH MATT SILVER ALUMINIUM BRIGHT SILVER ALUMINIUM STAINLESS STEEL

Formable Trim Aluminium6mm N3080207 - -8mm N3080208 - -10mm N3080218 N3080220 N308022312mm N3080212 N3080222 N308022415mm N3080213 - N3080225

Straight Edge Trim Stainless Steel6mm - - N33380028mm - - N333800410mm - - N333800812mm - - N333800915mm - - N3338006

Quadrant Trim Aluminium (Internal and External corners available)6mm N3310100 N3310110 -8mm N3310102 N3310112 -10mm N3310104 N3310114 -12mm N3310106 N3310116 -15mm N3310108 N3310118 -

Straight Edge Trim Aluminium6mm N3313001 N3311030 -8mm N3313002 N3311032 -10mm N3313004 N3311036 -12mm N3313005 N3311038 -15mm N3313006 N3311040 -

EXPANSION/MOVEMENT JOINTS

DEPTH BLACK INFILL DARK GREY INFILL

ALUMINUM HEAVY DUTY EXPANSION JOINT8mm N3080300 N308032010mm N3080302 N308032212mm N3080304 N308032415mm N3080306 N308032618mm N3080308 N3080328

22.5mm N3080310 N3080330

STAINLESS STEEL HEAVY DUTY COMPRESSION JOINT8mm N3080370 N308038010mm N3080372 N308038212mm N3080374 N308038415mm N3080376 N3080386

22.5mm N3080378 N3080388

PVC MOVEMENT & PERIMETER JOINT8mm N3080350 N308035610mm N3080352 N3080358

12.5mm N3080354 N3080360

ALUMINUM STANDARD INTERMEDIATE JOINT10mm N3080340 N308034412mm N3080342 N3080346

This is just a small selection of the tile trims/movement and expansion joints from our range. Additional profiles, finishes and sizes are available. Please contact your local depot for further information regarding this range

ALL TRIMS SUPPLIED IN 2.5M LENGTHS

ALL MOVEMENT JOINTS SUPPLIED IN2.5M LENGTHS



A specifier needs to consider many different factors when selecting an appropriate floor, these include:-

A risk assessment by careful examination of the environmentin which the tiles are being specified should be carried outto reduce/eliminate potential issues,these can include:-

Slip ResistanceWhen selecting a floor surface consideration of the slip resistance is one of the most important factors. Slip resistance is thepropensity for the specified floor surface in combination with the wearers shoe or barefoot and the surface conditions to resist the foot from sliding. The slip resistance can change over time as wearing, cleaning and external environmental conditions can alter the measured result.

Test Criteria

PendulumThe pendulum CoF test (also known as the portable skid resistance tester, the British pendulum, and the TRRL pendulum) is the subject of a British Standard, BS 7976:Parts 13, 2002.2. This instrument, although often used in itscurrent form to assess the skid resistance of roads, wasoriginally designed to simulate the action of a slipping foot. The method is based on a swinging, imitation heel (using a standardisedrubber soling sample), which sweeps over a set area of flooring in a controlled manner. The slipperiness of the flooring has a direct and measurable effect on the pendulum test value (PTV) given (previously known as the Slip Resistance Value).

The UKSRG Ramp TestThe UKSRG ramp test is designed to simulate the conditions commonly encountered in typical workplaceslip accidents. Clean water is used as the contaminant andfootwear with a standardised soling material is used, although barefoot testing may also be undertaken. The testmethod involves using test subjects who walk forwardsand backwards over a contaminated flooring sample. The inclination of the sample is increased gradually until the test subject slips. The average angle of inclination at which slip occurs is used to calculate the CoF of the flooring.

CleaningThe specifier should also consider how the tiles are to be cleaned and maintained once installed. This is as important as specifying the correct tiles in the correct areas.An improper cleaning regime will result in failure of the anti-slip properties of the specified tile. Showering for example results innumerous different lotions and soaps as well as body fats, which can, in time, alter the tiles anti-slip performance. Equally on-sitecleaning after installation and grouting can render the anti-slip ineffective if the correct cleaning off has not taken place.

Wet Ramp Test (Din 51097) Wet Barefoot AreasIn dry areas of use, the bare foot provides adequate slip-resistance with the surface. Where conditions of contamination are likely, i.e. wet areas/liquid contaminants,the slip resistance level becomes more crucial. The grid shows the DIN 51097 Classification which indicates the relevant class of Anti-Slip finish to use in theappropriate areas.

Slip Potential PTVHigh 0–24

Moderate 25–35

Low 36 +

R Rating Ramp AngleR9 30 - 100

R10 >100 - 190

R11 >190 - 270

R12 >270 - 350

R13 >350

Class Areas of Use

A Mostly dry, barefoot corridors, group/individual changing rooms & rest areas

B As above (A), plus pool surrounds, shower rooms and wet change areas

C As above (A + B), plus pool access stairs & ramps and walk through pools

1. Internal or external use2. Steps and ramps3. Maintenance/cleaning4. Human behaviour5. Footwear6. Contamination7. Project use

8. Traffic levels9. Wet or dry conditions10. Roughness of the surface11. Drainage12. Lighting13. Humidity14. Other surface interfaces

1. Prevention of surface contamination2. Change contaminants for one with reduced slip potential3. Implementing cleaning procedures4. The introduction of control measures i.e. wearing

appropriate footwear



The recommendations given on our web site throughNicobond i are made in good faith for the guidance of specifiers and users. Clarification of any system employedmust be sought from the local branch or Technical Team before commencing work.

As a general guide the following should be noted and actedupon accordingly:

• New plasterwork should have been completed at least 4weeks previously and should be dry throughout. Tiles shouldonly be fixed to the finish coat, never direct to the backingcoat. Plasterwork is unsuitable as a background for tiling inwet areas.(BS 5385: Part 1: 2009 Section 6 Table 3d).

• New concrete, concrete blocks, bricks and calcium silicate bricks should be left for at least 6 weeks before rendering or direct fixing is commenced.Cement: sand mortar rendering should be left for 2 weeksbefore tiling is applied.(BS 5385: Part 1: 2009 Section 6 Table 3a).

• At least 6 weeks should be allowed for structural floors toundergo initial drying shrinkage. If a screed is subsequently tobe applied the screed should be left for at least a further 3weeks.(BS 5385: Part 3: 2007 Section one 3.3).

• Timber is not considered to be a suitable base for floortiling in wet, frequently damp, or high humidity areas, unlessappropriate precautions are taken (BS 5385-4). Nogginsmight be required between joists in order to achieve the required rigidity. The limit of deflection normally permittedfor domestic timber floors (see BS 5268-2) might be toogreat to avoid damage to tiling systems.

• As the floor coverings, adhesives and smoothing compounds may be adversely affected by moisture, sub-floors should be constructed so as to protect the floorcovering installation from moisture or water vapour. (see BS 8203: 2001: 3.1.4)

The recommendations in this publication are made in goodfaith for the guidance of specifiers and users. Our companypursues a policy of continuous research and development.We therefore reserve the right to update this information at any time without prior notice. We also guarantee the consistent high quality of our products. However, since conditions of use and workmanship are outside our control,the advice is given without responsibility on our part. Pleasealways ensure you are working from the current copy of ourdirectory.

Any colour representations in this publication are as near toactual as the printing process will allow. Colours should always be selected from an actual sample prior to use. The same colour name may appear in several product groups, particularly with grouting compounds. Due to the varying nature of the groups, thisshould not be construed as meaning the colour will providean exact match. All colours should be checked for suitability prior to the commencement of work.

IMPORTANT NOTES

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We take orders up until 5pm for next day delivery and do not havea minimum order value*.



REFERENCE DOCUMENTS

The advice given in this publication is based on the followingBritish and EN Standards, Codes of Practice and The Tile Assocation’s extensive range of technical publications andshould be referred to if further guidance is required.

BS 5385 - 1: 2009Wall and floor tiling. Code of Practice for the design and installation of internal ceramic and natural stone wall tiling andmosaics in normal conditions.

BS 5385 - 2: 2006Wall and floor tiling. Design and installation of external ceramic and mosaic wall tiling in normal conditions. Code ofpractice.

BS 5385 – 3: 2007Wall and floor tiling. Design and installation of internal and external ceramic floor tiles and mosaics in normal conditions.Code of practice.

BS 5385 – 4: 2009Wall and floor tiling. Design and installation of ceramic andmosaic tiling special conditions. Code of practice.

BS 5385 – 5: 2009Wall and floor tiling. Design and installation of terrazzo, natural stone and agglomerated stone tile and slab flooring.Code of practice.

BS EN ISO 10545 Ceramic Tiles

BS EN 14411:2003Ceramic Tiles; definitions, classifications, characteristics andmarking.

BS EN 13914-1:2005Design, preparation and application of external renderingand internal plastering. External rendering.

BS 5325: 2001Installation of textile floorcoverings – Code of practice.

BS 6925: 1988Mastic asphalt for building and civil engineering (limestone engineering).

BS 6093:2006Design of joints and jointing in building construction.

BS 8000 SeriesWorkmanship on building sites. Code of practice.

BS 8201: 1987Code of practice for flooring of timber, timber products andwood based panel products.

BS 8203: 2001Code of practice for installation of resilient floor coverings.

BS 8204 -1:2003Screeds, bases and in-situ floorings. Concrete bases and cement sand levelling screeds to receive floorings. Code ofpractice.

BS 8204-3:2004Screeds, bases and in-situ floorings. Polymer modified cementitious levelling screeds and wearing screeds. Codeof practice.

BS 8204-5: 2004Screeds, bases and in-situ floorings Part 5: Code of practicefor mastic asphalt underlays and wearing surfaces.

BS 8204-7:2003Screeds, bases and in-situ floorings. Pumpable self-smoothing screeds. Code of practice.

BS EN 12706: 2000Adhesives – test methods for hydraulic setting floor smoothing and/or levelling compounds. Determination offlow characteristics.

BS EN 13813:2002Screed material and floor screeds. Screed material. Proper-ties and requirements.

BS EN 13318: 2000Screed material and floor screeds – Definitions.

BS EN 14891: 2007Liquid applied water impermeable products for use beneath ceramic tiling bonded with adhesives - Requirements, test methods, evaluation of conformity, classi-fication and designation.

The Tile Association - Technical Publications.



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