PORCELAIN TILES
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04 introduction
12 virgo
14 corona
16 fornax
18 carina
20 chara
22 grus
24 hydra
26 tucana
28 vela
30 crucis
32 velorium
34 hercules
36 delphinius
38 cygnus
40 gemini
42 technical
specifi cation charts
colour notation & dda
installation and cleaning
PORCELAIN
TILES
porcelain tilesindex
absolute - index
TECHNICAL
12 virgo 14 corona
16 fornax 18 carina
20 chara 22 grus
24 hydra 26 tucana
28 vela 30 crucis
32 velorium 34 hercules
36 delphinius 38 cygnus
40 gemini 42
technical
4 absolute - introduction
Recycling - responsible manufacturing
introductioncompany credentials
Founded in 1901 Johnson Tiles (formally
H & R Johnson Tiles Ltd) is the leading
manufacturer and supplier of ceramic tiles
in the UK, with a long history of market
leadership and industry production
development.
Part of the Norcros Group we have sister
manufacturing bases in South Africa and
Greece with additional offi ces in Dubai,
USA and Australia.
In 2001 an investment in excess of
£35 million allowed us to develop a new fully
automated production facility on a single
integrated site in Stoke-on-Trent.
Our UK factory produces over 5 million
square metres of ceramic tiles for use in the
UK and overseas markets.
Johnson Tiles products are used in a wide
range of commercial and non commercial
projects and we supply ceramic tiles to
almost every country of the world.
Our strength is based on a comprehensive
portfolio of leading edge quality products
combined with very high levels of
customer service. As manufacturers
we have extremely stringent quality and
environmental control standards.
In 2006 we created and opened the award
winning Material Lab design resource
centre at 10 Great Titchfi eld Street,
London, offering designers and architects
an environment where products such as
ceramics, glass, wallpaper, carpet tiles,
eco-resins, fabrics and many more materials
can be explored.
We have a longstanding commitment to
environmental management and have had
a formal environmental policy since 1992.
Our environmental management system is
certifi ed against the ISO14001 standard.
We were the fi rst ceramics company within
the whitewares sector to gain certifi cation
against the ISO14001 standard in 1998
and have since successfully upgraded our
certifi cation to meet the latest requirements
of ISO14001:2004. We are the only UK
wall tile manufacturer to have ISO14001
accreditation.
The company has never been subject to
any prosecutions or formal environmental
regulatory action for any breaches of
environmental legislation.
In 1997 Johnson Tiles were awarded
the Queens Award for Environmental
Achievement for our ceramic waste
recycling scheme.
To our knowledge we are the only
manufacturer in the world to operate such
a scheme. This scheme which has been in
continuous use since 1992 also enabled
Johnson TIles to win the Manufacturing
Industry Achievement Award for
Environmentalist of the Year in 1997.
In 2008 Johnson Tiles was the only
ceramics manufacturer or supplier to appear
in the Times 50 Best Green Companies list.
Approximately 25% of the material used to
produce our wall tiles comes from recycled
ceramic materials from our own and other
local companies.
Various recycling and energy saving
schemes throughout our production and
offi ce processes allow us each year to:-
Save 20,000 tonnes of ceramic landfi ll from
our own and local ceramic factory waste
saving 360 tonnes of CO2 in transportation
on materials
Save 1250 tonnes of virgin timber
Use 92% recycled materials in our
packaging
Re-use 32 million litres of water
(30% of the total factory usage)
Save 42 million kWh of energy
Save 2400 tonnes of CO2
Our energy and material savings are
detailed in our “Ceramic Tile Environmental
Strategy” document.
Material Lab - London Hercules
FornaxCrucis
Hydra
Delphinius
8 9introduction - colours
introductioncolours
grusPAGE 22
min 600 x 30mm
max 600 x 600mm
Wheat
Straw
Olive
Pumice
Black
hydraPAGE 24
min 100 x 33mm
max 450 x 450mm
Sand
Olive
Cocoa
tucanaPAGE 26
min 30 x 30mm
max 600 x 600mm
Cream
Putty
Graphite
Pumice
Sienna
Wheat
velaPAGE 28
min 300x 300mm
max 600 x 600mm
Graphite
Wheat
Pumice
Coffee
cygnusPAGE 38
min 150 x 150mm
max 600 x 300mm
Vanilla
Sand
Coffee
Cocoa
geminiPAGE 40
min 450 x 450mm
max 900 x 450mm
White
Straw
Coffee
Lava
Black
introduction - colours
introductioncolours
virgoPAGE 12
min 300 x 300mm
max 600 x 600mm
Dove
Lava
Cement
Blue
Pewter
coronaPAGE 14
min 600 x 300mm
max 600 x 600mm
Almond
Sand
Dove
Black
Cocoa
fornaxPAGE 16
min 445 x 147mm
max 900 x 450mm
Slate
Black
Cocoa
Bone
carinaPAGE 18
min 600 x 300mm
max 600 x 600mm
Straw
Coffee
Smoke
Graphite
Olive
charaPAGE 20
min 15 x 15mm
max 600 x 600mm
Steel
Smoke
Vanilla
Coffee
Wheat
Pumice
Lava
crucisPAGE 30
min 600 x 120mm
max 600 x 600mm
Vanilla
Wheat
Ochre
Oyster
Bone
Pumice
Graphite
veloriumPAGE 32
min 50 x 50mm
max 600 x 600mm
Graphite
Wheat
Pewter
Sand
herculesPAGE 34
min 300 x 15mm
max 450 x 450mm
Smoke
Sand
Black
delphiniusPAGE 36
min 450 x 450mm
max 900 x 450mm
Gunmetal
White
Pumice
Wheat
Cocoa
Graphite
Slate
porcelain tiles
Wall Floor Wet Barefoot Material Finish
Internal & External Internal - Porcelain Woodgrain
SPECIFICATION
Over 600 products in 15 ranges varying from 30 x 30mm mosaics to 900 x 450mm large format ceramics.
Finishes include glazed, polished, honed, smooth, textured and ribbed. All ranges are available in multiple size
formats with skirtings and most have associated mosaics. All ranges are suitable for fl oor and wall usage.
Product information (see example below) is provided to assist in the specifi cation and suitability of products.
These recommendations are generic only, please contact our technical advisory service for specifi c guidance
on fi tness for purpose applications Tel: 0845 210 3000.
Corona COR05E Cocoa 600 x 300mm
FINISHES
13
COLOURS
absolutevirgo
Dove Lava
BlueCement Pewter
300 x 80mm - Round Top
600 x 80mm - Round Top
VIR1NS Dove Natural
VIR2NS Lava Natural
VIR3NS Cement Natural
VIR4NS Blue Natural
VIR5NS Pewter Natural
Wall Floor Wet Barefoot Material Finish
Internal & External Internal - Un-Glazed Porcelain Various
SPECIFICATION
Pendulum R Value Shade Variation Wet Ramp Traffi c
Dry 59 Wet 34 R10 V1 B Commercial
FLOOR VALUES - NATURAL
AVAILABILITY - SKIRTINGS
Skirtings
Pendulum R Value Shade Variation Wet Ramp Traffi c
Dry 60 Wet 23 R10 V1 B Commercial
FLOOR VALUES - LAPATO
absolute - virgo
virgo
600 x 300mm 300 x 300mm*
AVAILABILITY - ALL ABOVE SIZES
VIR01N Dove Natural
VIR02N Lava Natural
VIR03N Cement Natural
VIR04N Blue Natural
VIR05N Pewter Natural
VIR01L Dove Lapato
VIR02L Lava Lapato
VIR03L Cement Lapato
VIR04L Blue Lapato
VIR05L Pewter Lapato
VIR03L Cement Lapato 600 x 600mm
NATURAL
LAPATO
* 300 x 300mm not available in Lapato
600 x 600mm
SIZES - THICKNESS 10mm
600 x 600mm 600 x 300mm
15
corona
Skirtings
COR1ES Almond
COR2ES Sand
COR3ES Dove
COR4ES Black
COR5ES Cocoa
600 x 95mm - Round Top
AVAILABILITY - SKIRTINGS
absolute - corona
Floor: COR03E Dove 600 x 600mm Counter: COR04E Black 600 x 300mm
absolutecorona
COLOURS
BlackDove
Almond Sand
Cocoa
AVAILABILITY - ALL ABOVE SIZES
COR01E Almond
COR02E Sand
COR03E Dove
COR04E Black
COR05E Cocoa
WOODGRAIN
Wall Floor Wet Barefoot Material Finish
Internal & External Internal - Porcelain Woodgrain
SPECIFICATION
Pendulum R Value Shade Variation Wet Ramp Traffi c
Dry 59 Wet 24 R11 V2 A Commercial
FLOOR VALUES
SIZES - THICKNESS 11mmFINISH
FINISHES
17
COLOURS
absolutefornax
Slate Black
BoneCocoa
600 x 10mm 3D*
445 x 80mm - Round Top
600 x 100mm - Round Top
Mosaic Sheet Size - 600 x 50mm
FOX1NS Slate Natural
FOX2NS Black Natural
FOX3NS Cocoa Natural
FOX4NS Bone Natural
AVAILABILITY - SKIRTINGS
Skirtings
absolute - fornax
Pendulum R Value Shade Variation Wet Ramp Traffi c
Dry 58 Wet 24 R9 V3 - Commercial
FLOOR VALUES - NATURAL
Wall Floor Wet Barefoot Material Finish
Internal & External Internal - Porcelain Various
SPECIFICATION
Pendulum R Value Shade Variation Wet Ramp Traffi c
Dry 63 Wet 16 - V3 - Commercial
FLOOR VALUES - LAPATO
Pendulum R Value Shade Variation Wet Ramp Traffi c
Dry 56 Wet 23 R10 V3 - Commercial
FLOOR VALUES - TEXTURED
AVAILABILITY - MOSAIC
FOX01T Slate 3D
FOX02T Black 3D
FOX04T Bone 3 D
*Wall use only
fornax
600 x 600mm
445 x 445mm
600 x 300mm 600 x 100mm 900 x 450mm
445 x 147mm*
AVAILABILITY - 900 x 450mm
FOX01N Slate Natural
FOX02N Black Natural
FOX03N Cocoa Natural
LAPATO
TEXTURED
AVAILABILITY - 600 x 600mm / 445 x 445mm / 600 x 300mm / 600 x 100mm
FOX01N Slate Natural*
FOX02N Black Natural*
FOX03N Cocoa Natural*
FOX04N Bone Natural*
FOX01L Slate Lapato
FOX02L Black Lapato
FOX03L Cocoa Lapato
FOX04L Bone Lapato
AVAILABILITY - 445 x 445mm / 445 x 147mm
FOX01T Slate Textured
FOX02T Black Textured
FOX03T Cocoa Textured
FOX04T Bone Textured
*Also available in 445 x 147mm
SIZES - THICKNESS 10mm
FOX02N Black Natural 600 x 100mm
NATURAL
600 x 600mm
19
carina
300 x 90mm - Square Top
600 x 90mm - Square Top
CAR1NS Straw
CAR2NS Coffee
CAR3NS Smoke
CAR4NS Graphite
CAR5NS Olive
AVAILABILITY - SKIRTINGS
Skirtings
absolute - carina
Floor: CAR04N Graphite 600 x 300mm scored wide Walls: CAR04N Graphite 600 x 300mm
absolutecarina
Olive
COLOURS
GraphiteSmoke
CoffeeStraw
CAR01N Straw
CAR02N Coffee*
CAR03N Smoke*
CAR04N Graphite
CAR05N Olive*
AVAILABILITY - ALL ABOVE SIZES
600 x 300mm 600 x 300mm Scored Wide 600 x 300mm Scored Narrow
* Not available in 600 x 600mm
Wall Floor Wet Barefoot Material Finish
Internal & External Internal - Porcelain Natural
SPECIFICATION
Pendulum R Value Shade Variation Wet Ramp Traffi c
Dry 75 Wet 10 R9 V2 - Commercial
FLOOR VALUES
FINISH
NATURAL
SIZES - THICKNESS 10mm
FINISHES
21
COLOURS
absolutechara
Vanilla
PumiceWheat
Smoke Coffee
Lava
Steel - Metal Strip
600 x 150mm
600 x 15mm
Skirtings
600 x 95mm - Round Top
SIZES - METAL STRIPS THICKNESS 11mm
AVAILABILITY - ABOVE SIZES
CHA07E Steel
CHA1ES Smoke Woodgrain
CHA2ES Vanilla Woodgrain
CHA3ES Coffee Woodgrain
CHA4ES Wheat Woodgrain
CHA5ES Pumice Woodgrain
CHA6ES Lava Woodgrain
AVAILABILITY - SKIRTINGS
absolute - chara
Wall Floor Wet Barefoot Material Finish
Internal & External Internal & External Yes Porcelain Woodgrain
SPECIFICATION - NOT STEEL
Pendulum R Value Shade Variation Wet Ramp Traffi c
Dry 63 Wet 51 R11 V2 B Commercial
FLOOR VALUES - NOT STEEL
15 x 15mm
chara
600 x 120mm600 x 300mm600 x 600mm
AVAILABILITY - ALL ABOVE SIZES
CHA01E Smoke Woodgrain
CHA02E Vanilla Woodgrain
CHA03E Coffee Woodgrain
SIZES - THICKNESS 11mm
STEEL
CHA04E Wheat Woodgrain
CHA05E Pumice Woodgrain
CHA06E Lava Woodgrain
WOODGRAIN
CHA01E Smoke Woodgrain 600 x 600mm
600 x 600mm
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grus
600 x 100mm - Round Top
450 x 80mm - Round Top
GRU1NS Wheat
GRU2NS Straw
GRU3NS Olive
GRU4NS Pumice
GRU5NS Black
AVAILABILITY - SKIRTINGS
Skirtings
absolute - grus
Floor: GRU04N Pumice 600 x 600mm Wall: GRU04N Pumice Scored 600 x 300mm
absolutegrus
Wheat
Pumice Black
Straw
Olive
COLOURS
AVAILABILITY - ALL ABOVE SIZES (non mosaic)
GRU01N Wheat
GRU02N Straw
GRU03N Olive
GRU04N Pumice
GRU05N Black
600 x 300mm450 x 450mm
SIZES - THICKNESS 10mm
Wall Floor Wet Barefoot Material Finish
Internal & External Internal - Porcelain Natural
SPECIFICATION
Pendulum R Value Shade Variation Wet Ramp Traffi c
Dry 55 Wet 26 R9 V2 - Commercial
FLOOR VALUES
NATURAL
FINISH
600 x 300mm Scored
25
Mosaic Sheet Size 300 x 300mm
COLOURS
absolutehydra
Sand
Olive Cocoa
HYD1NM Sand
HYD2NM Olive
HYD3NM Cocoa
300 x 75mm - Round Top
445 x 80mm - Round Top
HYD1NS Sand
HYD2NS Olive
HYD3NS Cocoa
100 x 33mm
Wall Floor Wet Barefoot Material Finish
Internal Internal - Porcelain Natural
SPECIFICATION
Pendulum R Value Shade Variation Wet Ramp Traffi c
Dry 43 Wet 14 - V3 - Commercial
FLOOR VALUES
absolute - hydra
Skirtings
AVAILABILITY - SKIRTINGS
hydra
445 x 445mm 445 x 300mm 445 x 147mm 300 x 300mm 300 x 147mm 147 x 147mm
HYD01N Sand
HYD02N Olive
HYD03N Cocoa
AVAILABILITY - ALL ABOVE SIZES (non mosaics)
NATURAL
SIZES - THICKNESS 10mmFINISH
HYD03N Cocoa Mixed Sizes
AVAILABILITY - MOSAICS
600 x 600mm
27
Mosaic Sheet Size 300 x 300mm
AVAILABILITY - MOSAICS
tucana
30 x 30mm 300 x 30mm
450 x 80mm - Round Top
600 x 80mm - Round Top
TUC4LM Pumice
TUC5LM Sienna
TUC6LM Wheat
TUC1LM Cream
TUC2LM Putty
TUC3LM Graphite
TUC4LS Pumice
TUC5LS Sienna
TUC6LS Wheat
TUC1LS Cream
TUC2LS Putty
TUC3LS Graphite
AVAILABILITY - SKIRTINGS
Skirtings
absolute - tucana
Floor: TUC05L Sienna 450 x 450mm Wall: TUC6LM Wheat 30 x 30mm Mosaic
absolutetucana
COLOURS
Cream PEI III Graphite PEI III
Wheat PEI IIIPumice PEI III
Putty PEI III
Sienna PEI III
600 x 300mm 450 x 450mm
TUC04L Pumice
TUC05L Sienna
TUC06L Wheat
TUC01L Cream
TUC02L Putty
TUC03L Graphite
Pendulum R Value Shade Variation Wet Ramp Traffi c
Dry 57 Wet 16 R9 V2 B Light Commercial
FLOOR VALUES
Wall Floor Wet Barefoot Material Finish
Internal & External Internal - Glazed Porcelain Lapato
SPECIFICATION
LAPATO
SIZES - THICKNESS 10mmFINISH
AVAILABILITY - ALL ABOVE SIZES (non mosaics)
600 x 600mm
29
COLOURS
absolutevela
WheatGraphite
CoffeePumice
450 x 80mm - Round Top
600 x 80mm - Round Top
300 x 300mm Scored A 300 x 300mm Scored B 300 x 300mm Scored C 300 x 300mm Scored D
VEL1NS Graphite
VEL2NS Wheat
VEL3NS Pumice
VEL4NS Coffee
absolute - vela
AVAILABILITY - SKIRTINGS
Skirtings
Wall Floor Wet Barefoot Material Finish
Internal & External Internal - Un-Glazed Porcelain Natural
SPECIFICATION
Pendulum R Value Shade Variation Wet Ramp Traffi c
Dry 53 Wet 20 R9 V2 - Commercial
FLOOR VALUES
vela
450 x 450mm600 x 300mm 600 x 300mm Scored
NATURAL
VEL01N Graphite
VEL02N Wheat
VEL03N Pumice
VEL04N Coffee
AVAILABILITY - ALL ABOVE SIZES (including scored tiles)
FINISH SIZES - THICKNESS 10mm
Floor: VEL03N Pumice 600 x 600mm Walls: VEL03N Pumice 600 x 300mm & 300 x 300mm Scored A
600 x 600mm 600 x 300mm
crucis
Graphite
Skirtings
CRU1ES Vanilla
CRU2ES Wheat
CRU3ES Ochre
CRU4ES Oyster
CRU5ES Bone
CRU6ES Pumice
CRU7ES Graphite
600 x 95mm Round Top
AVAILABILITY - SKIRTINGS
absolute - crucis 31
CRU03E Ochre 600 x 600mm
absolutecrucis
COLOURS
Wheat
Bone Pumice
OchreVanilla
Oyster
600 x 120mm
WOODGRAIN
CRU01E Vanilla
CRU02E Wheat
CRU03E Ochre
CRU04E Oyster
CRU05E Bone
CRU06E Pumice
CRU07E Graphite
AVAILABILITY - ALL ABOVE SIZES
Wall Floor Wet Barefoot Material Finish
Internal & External Internal - Porcelain Woodgrain
SPECIFICATION
Pendulum R Value Shade Variation Wet Ramp Traffi c
Dry 63 Wet 38 R10 V2 - Light Commercial
FLOOR VALUES
SIZES - THICKNESS 11mmFINISH
600 x 600mm
33
Mosaic Sheet Size 300 x 300mm
AVAILABILITY - MOSAICS
COLOURS
absolutevelorium
Graphite Wheat
SandPewter
50 x 50mm 100 x 50mm
Mixed Large
300 x 80mm - Round Top
600 x 80mm - Round Top
VLM1TM Graphite
VLM2TM Wheat
VLM3TM Pewter
VLM4TM Sand
VLM1TS Graphite
VLM2TS Wheat
VLM3TS Pewter
VLM4TS Sand
Wall Floor Wet Barefoot Material Finish
Internal & External Internal Yes Un-Glazed Porcelain Textured
SPECIFICATION
Pendulum R Value Shade Variation Wet Ramp Traffi c
Dry 58 Wet 31 R11 V4 C Commercial
FLOOR VALUES
AVAILABILITY - SKIRTINGS
Skirtings
absolute - velorium
100 x 50mm Brick
velorium
600 x 300mm 300 x 300mm
VLM01T Graphite
VLM02T Wheat
VLM03T Pewter
VLM04T Sand
TEXTURED
AVAILABILITY - ALL ABOVE SIZES (non mosaics)
FINISH SIZES - THICKNESS 10mm
VLM04T Sand Mixed Sizes
FINISHES
35
AVAILABILITY - MOSAICS
hercules
300 x 75mm - Round Top
445 x 80mm - Round TopMixed Large
Mosaic Sheet Size 445 x 225mm
HRC1NM Smoke Natural
HRC2NM Sand Natural
HRC3NM Black Natural
HRC1NS Smoke Natural
HRC2NS Sand Natural
HRC3NS Black Natural
AVAILABILITY - SKIRTINGS
Skirtings
absolute - hercules
Floor: HRC01L Smoke Lapato 445 x 445mm Walls: HRC1NM Smoke Natural Mixed Large Mosaic
absolutehercules
Smoke
BlackSand
COLOURS
445 x 445mm
HRC01N Smoke Natural
HRC02N Sand Natural
HRC03N Black Natural
HRC01L Smoke Lapato
HRC02L Sand Lapato
HRC03L Black Lapato
AVAILABILITY - ALL ABOVE SIZES (non mosaics)
600 x 300mm 300 x 300mm*
* Available in natural fi nish only
Pendulum R Value Shade Variation Wet Ramp Traffi c
Dry 61 Wet 31 R9 V3 - Commercial
FLOOR VALUES - NATURAL
Pendulum R Value Shade Variation Wet Ramp Traffi c
Dry 56 Wet 30 - V3 - Commercial
FLOOR VALUES - LAPATO
Wall Floor Wet Barefoot Material Finish
Internal & External Internal - Porcelain Various
SPECIFICATION
SIZES - THICKNESS 10mm
NATURAL
LAPATO
37
absolutedelphinius
White
Cocoa
Pumice
Graphite Slate
450 x 90mm - Round Top
Skirtings
AVAILABILITY - SKIRTINGS
DEL1ES Gunmetal Ribbed
DEL2ES White Ribbed
DEL3ES Pumice Ribbed
DEL4ES Wheat Ribbed
DEL5ES Cocoa Ribbed
DEL6ES Graphite Ribbed
DEL7ES Slate Ribbed
Wall Floor Wet Barefoot Material Finish
Internal & External Internal - Un-Glazed Porcelain Ribbed
SPECIFICATION
Pendulum R Value Shade Variation Wet Ramp Traffi c
Dry 60 Wet 20 R9 V1 A Commercial
FLOOR VALUES
absolute - delphinius
delphinius
Gunmetal
Wheat
COLOURS
RIBBED
450 x 450mm
900 x 450mm 900 x 225mm
DEL01E Gunmetal Ribbed
DEL02E White Ribbed
DEL03E Pumice Ribbed
DEL04E Wheat Ribbed
DEL05E Cocoa Ribbed
DEL06E Graphite Ribbed
DEL07E Slate Ribbed
AVAILABILITY - ALL ABOVE SIZES
Floor: DEL05E Cocoa 450 x 450mm Walls: DEL05E Cocoa 900 x 225mm
FINISH SIZES - THICKNESS 11mm
39
cygnus
300 x 75mm - Round Top
Skirtings
AVAILABILITY - SKIRTINGS
CYG1BS Vanilla Bush Hammered
CYG2BS Sand Bush Hammered
CYG3BS Coffee Bush Hammered
CYG4BS Cocoa Bush Hammered
absolute - cygnus
CYG01B Vanilla 600 x 300mm & 300 x 300mm
absolutecygnus
Vanilla Sand
CocoaCoffee
CYG01B Vanilla Bush Hammered
CYG02B Sand Bush Hammered
CYG03B Coffee Bush Hammered
CYG04B Cocoa Bush Hammered
300 x 300mm600 x 300mm 300 x 150mm 150 x 150mm
SIZES - THICKNESS 10mm
COLOURS
FINISH
BUSH HAMMERED
Wall Floor Wet Barefoot Material Finish
Internal & External Internal Yes Un-Glazed Porcelain Bush Hammered
SPECIFICATION
Pendulum R Value Shade Variation Wet Ramp Traffi c
- R10 V2 B Commercial
FLOOR VALUES
FINISHES
41
COLOURS
absolutegemini
White Straw
LavaCoffee Black
450 x 80mm - Round Top
600 x 100mm - Round Top
GEM1ES White Basket Weave
GEM2ES Straw Basket Weave
GEM3ES Coffee Basket Weave
GEM4ES Lava Basket Weave
GEM5ES Black Basket Weave
Pendulum R Value Shade Variation Wet Ramp Traffi c
Dry 56 Wet 18 R9 V1 - Commercial
FLOOR VALUES - BASKET WEAVE
Pendulum R Value Shade Variation Wet Ramp Traffi c
Dry 65 Wet 15 - V1 - Commercial
FLOOR VALUES - LAPATO
Wall Floor Wet Barefoot Material Finish
Internal & External Internal - Un-Glazed Porcelain Patterned
SPECIFICATION
AVAILABILITY - SKIRTINGS
Skirtings
absolute - gemini
gemini
BASKET WEAVE
LAPATO
600 x 600mm 450 x 450mm 900 x 450mm
900 x 225mm
AVAILABILITY - ALL ABOVE SIZES
GEM04L Lava Lapato
GEM05L Black Lapato
GEM01E White Basket Weave
GEM02E Straw Basket Weave
GEM03E Coffee Basket Weave
GEM04E Lava Basket Weave
GEM05E Black Basket Weave
SIZES - THICKNESS 10mm
GEM01E White Basket Weave 900 x 450mm
42 43
technical
technical - colour notations
colour notations
Ran
ge
Col
our
Refl
ect
ance
Yl
NC
S L
ight
ness
Pan
tone
A
rchi
tect
ural
NC
S
Pan
tone
BS
4800
RA
L D
esig
n
RA
L K
5
Chara
Grus
Grus
Grus
Grus
Grus
Hydra
Hydra
Hydra
Tucana
Tucana
Tucana
Tucana
Tucana
Tucana
Vela
Vela
Vela
Vela
Crucis
Crucis
Crucis
Crucis
Crucis
Crucis
Crucis
Velorium
Steel
Wheat
Straw
Cocoa
Pumice
Black
Sand
Olive
Cocoa
Cream
Putty
Graphite
Pumice
Sienna
Wheat
Graphite
Wheat
Pumice
Coffee
Vanilla
Wheat
Ochre
Oyster
Bone
Pumice
Graphite
Graphite
49.03
71.45
67.48
31.51
37.35
10.06
46.75
23.47
8.16
53.85
33.73
10.48
24.22
19.61
51.30
10.06
70.62
33.89
24.34
69.18
70.89
45.44
54.70
74.33
49.03
13.53
6.34
0.73
0.87
0.85
0.56
0.62
0.24
0.71
0.46
0.20
0.76
0.59
0.25
0.47
0.40
0.75
0.24
0.87
0.59
0.47
0.86
0.87
0.70
0.77
0.89
0.73
0.30
0.16
-
1005-Y20R
1010-Y40R
4005-Y50R
3502-G
7502-B
2030-Y20R
4040-Y20R
8005-Y20R
2010-Y10R
4010-Y10R
7502-R
5010-G90Y
4050-Y30R
2020-Y10R
7502-B
1010-Y10R
4000-N
5005-Y50R
1005-R
1005-Y50R
2020-Y70R
2005-B20G
1000-N
2502-B
7000-N
8500-N
429
4755
4685
404
422
446
4675
465
Black 4
468
7536
Cool Grey 11
7536
4645
468
446
468
424
7531
5245
489
4735
443
White
429
425
433
15-4101
13-1007
13-1008
16-1210
16-0000
18-0201
15-1220
16-1324
19-1217
14-1112
16-1105
18-5203
17-1107
17-1430
14-1112
18-0201
12-0804
17-1501
17-0909
-
12-0605
16-1219
13-4404
11-0602
15-4101
18-0403
19-1102
-
10 B 17
08 B 17
08 B 21
00 A 05
00 A 13
-
-
08 B 29
-
10 B 21
-
10 B 25
-
-
00 A 13
10 C 31
10 A 11
08 B 25
08 B 17
08 B 17
04 C 33
18 B 17
22 B 15
-
00 A 13
-
240 70 05
080 90 10
080 80 20
060 50 05
000 75 00
000 40 00
070 70 20
070 50 20
070 30 10
080 80 10
075 70 20
000 45 00
090 60 10
060 50 40
080 80 10
000 40 00
095 90 10
000 55 00
060 50 10
040 80 05
070 90 10
040 70 20
200 70 05
000 85 00
240 70 05
000 30 00
000 20 00
-
1015
1015
1019
7042
7016
1001
1001
-
-
-
-
7002
8001
-
7016
1014
7022
-
-
1015
-
-
7047
7040
9004
9004
technical
technical - colour notations
colour notations
Ran
ge
Col
our
Refl
ect
ance
Yl
NC
S L
ight
ness
Pan
tone
A
rchi
tect
ural
NC
S
Pan
tone
BS
4800
RA
L D
esig
n
RA
L K
5
Virgo
Virgo
Virgo
Virgo
Virgo
Corona
Corona
Corona
Corona
Corona
Fornax
Fornax
Fornax
Fornax
Carina
Carina
Carina
Carina
Carina
Chara
Chara
Chara
Chara
Chara
Chara
Dove
Lava
Cement
Blue
Pewter
Almond
Sand
Dove
Black
Cocoa
Slate
Black
Cocoa
Bone
Straw
Coffee
Smoke
Graphite
Olive
Smoke
Vanilla
Coffee
Wheat
Pumice
Lava
64.66
21.35
38.16
28.60
39.03
72.49
71.45
57.14
6.34
7.84
38.16
10.06
9.16
72.06
49.70
16.05
44.84
8.41
8.94
33.89
45.17
15.50
54.00
38.16
12.12
0.84
0.43
0.63
0.53
0.64
0.88
0.87
0.79
0.16
0.19
0.63
0.24
0.22
0.88
0.73
0.35
0.69
0.20
0.21
0.59
0.70
0.34
0.77
0.63
0.28
1502-Y
5502-B
3502-Y
4010-R90B
3500-N
1002-R
1005-Y20R
2000-N
8500-N
8005-Y50R
3502-Y
7502-B
7020-Y40R
1002-Y
2020-Y20R
6010-Y50R
3005-G80Y
8000-N
7020-G90Y
4000-N
1002-Y50R
6010-Y70R
2005-Y70R
3502-Y
7005-G50Y
Cool Grey 2
431
422
430
Cool Grey 6
434
4755
427
433
497
422
446
4705
Cool Grey 1
-
-
414
Cool Grey 11
448
424
-
-
434
422
418
14-4500
18-4005
16-5803
17-4111
13-4403
13-0002
13-1007
13-5304
19-1102
19-1218
16-5803
18-0201
19-1020
11-0606
15-1220
17-0808
14-6305
18-5203
19-0622
17-1501
-
17-1418
13-3801
16-5803
19-0312
10 A 03
00 A 09
10 A 07
-
10 A 07
-
10 B 17
10 A 03
-
-
10 A 07
00 A 13
-
10 A 03
06 C 33
08 B 25
-
-
10 C 39
10 A 11
08 B 17
-
04 B 17
10 A 07
-
100 80 05
240 50 05
080 60 05
240 60 05
000 70 00
-
080 90 10
000 85 00
000 20 00
050 20 16
080 60 05
000 40 00
050 30 20
000 90 00
075 70 30
040 50 10
090 70 10
000 45 00
080 30 20
000 55 00
060 80 10
040 40 10
-
080 60 05
100 40 05
9002
7046
-
7000
7004
-
1015
-
9004
8016
-
7016
8011
9002
1001
8025
7032
-
7008
7022
-
8025
-
-
7009
Note: These results are from Johnson Tiles internal test reports and are to be used for guidance only. For tiles with CSV V2 - V4 Refl ectance, Lightness and Colour Notation values are for average colour hue.
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Test Standard Requirement Typical Test Value
Length/Width 10545-2 (BS6431:Part10/EN98) ±0.75% Pass
Thickness 10545-2 (BS6431:Part10/EN98) ±5% Pass
Straightness of side 10545-2 (BS6431:Part10/EN98) ±0.5% Pass
Rectangularity 10545-2 (BS6431:Part10/EN98) ±0.6% Pass
Surface fl atness 10545-2 (BS6431:Part10/EN98) ±0.5% Pass
Water Absorption 10545-3 (BS6431:Part11/EN99) ≤0.5% Pass
Modulus of Rupture 10545-4 (BS6431:Part12/EN100) ≥35N/mm2 Pass
Abrasion Resistance 10545-6 (BS6431:Part14/EN102) ≤175mm3 Pass
Linear Thermal Expansion 10545-8 (BS6431:Part15/EN103) Max 9 x 10-6 K-1 Pass
Thermal Shock 10545-9 (BS6431:Part16/EN104) Pass Pass
Frost Resistance 10545-12 (BS6431:Part22/EN202) Resistant Pass
Chemical Resistance 10545-13 (BS6431:Part19/EN122) Class C Pass
Stain Resistance 10545-14 (BS6431:Part19/EN122) Min Class 3 Pass
Fire Rating Class 0 Non Combustable
UV Colour Resistance Unaffected by light
Weight/m2
Product Thickness 9mm 21kg
Product Thickness 10mm 23kg
Product Thickness 11mm 26kg
Product Thickness 12mm 28kg
physical properties
All tiles in this brochure are classed as BIa products
For actual test results by range please contact the technical helpline on 0845 210 3000 or email: [email protected]
Abrasion resistance only applicable to un-glazed porcelain and through body porcelain tiles.For durability properties of glazed porcelain range (Tucana) refer to PEI values on product page.
technical
technical - colour notations
colour notations
Ran
ge
Col
our
Refl
ect
ance
Yl
NC
S L
ight
ness
Pan
tone
A
rchi
tect
ural
NC
S
Pan
tone
BS
4800
RA
L D
esig
n
RA
L K
5
Velorium
Velorium
Velorium
Hercules
Hercules
Hercules
Delphinius
Delphinius
Delphinius
Delphinius
Delphinius
Delphinius
Delphinius
Cygnus
Cygnus
Cygnus
Cygnus
Gemini
Gemini
Gemini
Gemini
Gemini
Wheat
Pewter
Sand
Smoke
Sand
Black
Gunmetal
White
Pumice
Wheat
Cocoa
Graphite
Slate
Vanilla
Sand
Coffee
Cocoa
White
Straw
Coffee
Lava
Black
72.06
49.03
70.62
31.06
51.30
6.31
10.06
72.06
65.17
84.98
12.61
6.34
37.11
63.49
41.00
24.34
12.20
85.71
46.75
22.85
33.89
13.53
0.88
0.73
0.87
0.56
0.75
0.16
0.24
0.88
0.84
0.94
0.29
0.16
0.62
0.83
0.66
0.47
0.28
0.94
0.71
0.45
0.59
0.30
1002-Y
2502-B
1010-Y10R
4005-B20G
2020-Y10R
8502-Y
7502-B
1002-Y
1500-N
0505-Y20R
7005-Y50R
8500-N
3502-B
1502-R
3010-Y50R
5005-Y50R
7005-Y20R
0502-Y
2030-Y
4030-Y50R
4000-N
7000-N
Cool Grey 1
429
468
444
468
Black
446
Cool Grey 1
427
-
Warm Grey 11
433
443
434
7529
7531
-
Cool Grey 1
4675
4635
424
425
11-0606
15-4101
12-0804
16-4706
14-1112
19-0506
18-0201
11-0606
14-4102
11-0105
19-0809
19-1102
16-0000
13-0002
16-1310
17-0909
18-0513
12-0104
15-1220
16-1325
17-1501
18-0403
10 A 03
-
10 C 31
18 B 21
-
12 B 29
00 A 13
10 A 03
00 A 01
08 B 15
08 B 29
-
00 A 05
-
-
08 B 25
-
10 A 03
-
08 C 39
10 A 11
00 A 13
000 90 00
240 70 05
095 90 10
220 60 05
080 80 10
000 25 00
000 40 00
000 90 00
000 80 00
075 90 10
040 40 05
000 20 00
000 65 00
040 80 05
-
060 50 10
060 40 05
080 90 05
070 70 20
060 40 30
000 55 00
000 30 00
9002
7040
1014
-
-
6015
7016
9002
-
1013
-
9004
7004
-
-
-
7006
7032
1001
8007
7022
9004
Note: These results are from Johnson Tiles internal test reports and are to be used for guidance only. For tiles with CSV V2 - V4 Refl ectance, Lightness and Colour Notation values are for average colour hue.
46 47technical - colour shade variation
technical
V1 Low Variation
Least possible shade variation between tiles in a box. When installed and mixed correctly the effect is a consistent overall appearance.
V3 High Variation
Considerable shade variation within a box. When installed and mixed correctly the effect is a fi nish with a high degree of shade variation. These differences are a design feature of V3 rated tiles.
V2 Moderate Variation
Low to moderate shade variation within a box. When installed and mixed correctly the effect is a fi nish with subtle shade differences. These differences are a design feature of V2 rated tiles.
V4 Random Variation
Highest possible shade variation within a box. Colours vary from tile to tile and when mixed and fi xed correctly create a high degree of shade variance in the installation. This high shade variance is a design feature of V4 rated tiles.
Pendulum Test (for general usage areas) TRRL – Transport & Road Research Laboratory)
A swinging test apparatus which determines the co-effi cient of friction using a 4S rubber slider to simulate soled shoes. The test value equates100x the co-effi cient of friction.
High Slip Potential – 24 and below Moderate Slip Potential – 25 to 35 Low Slip Potential – 35+
Surtronic Surface Roughness
This is determined using a TR100 roughness meter. A stylus traverses across the surface and the movement of the stylus is electronically recorded to ascertain the surface roughness.
Below 10 µm – high slip potential 10 µm to 20 µm – moderate slip potential 20+ µm – low slip potential
Ramp Test (DIN51130) Wet Shod Traffi cked areas
Used to assess fl oor tiles for shoe traffi cked areas. The test utilises a surface lubricant (R value).
R9 - 3º to 10º R10 - >10º to 19º R11 - >19º to 27º R12 - >27º to 35º
Wet Ramp Test (DIN51097) Wet Barefoot Areas
Used to assess a fl oor tile’s suitability for wet barefoot conditions. Tiles are classifi ed in 1 of 3 groups as an indication of their suitability.
Class A – Dry areas including dry changing areas, dry barefoot corridors
Class B – as A plus pool surrounds, communal showers, pool beach areas, disinfectant spray areas, wet change areas
Class C – as A & B plus pool surround inclines, walk through pools, Jacuzzi fl oors and seats, inclined pool edges and steps
Please refer to product pages for actual test results.
colour shade variationColour Shade Variation (CSV) values are assigned to fl oor tiles within this literature. These values must only be used as a guide. Shade, colour and pattern variation are inherent characteristics of all ceramic tiles. Before fi xing several cartons should be opened and the contents mixed to ensure that the shade variation and/or patterning are acceptable. CSV is split into 4 categories:
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technical - slip resistance
Slip Resistance
The slip resistance of a fl oor fi nish is the most important safety consideration. Effective and suitable slip resistant characteristics will reduce the likelihood of slipping particularly for the elderly, visually or mobility impaired.
Slip resistance depends upon many factors:
The roughness of the surface
Whether it is wet or dry when in use
Whether the fl oor fi nish is regularly contaminated by liquids or other contaminants
The wear characteristics of the fl oor fi nish
Implementation of a suitable cleaning and maintenance schedule
In addition there are other factors that can affect the slip resistance and performance characteristics of a fl oor fi nish, these include:
Lighting, glare and humidity
Slopes and ramps
Visual or acoustic distractions
Type of footwear worn
The risk of slipping or tripping is increased if the coeffi cient of friction values of the two materials varies greatly. This can be minimised by locating the material or fi nish change at predictable locations ie door or wall openings.
Slip resistant fl oor fi nishes are recommended for use in areas where safety is paramount i.e. entrances, ramps, stairs and landings, escape routes, commercial kitchen areas, areas adjacent to hazardous machinery or activities and areas subject to frequent wetting i.e. shower fl oors, swimming pool surrounds – this is not an exhaustitive list.
Maintaining Slip Resistance of Floor Finishes
The two main factors affecting the ongoing slip resistance performance of a fl oor fi nish are wear resistance and surface contaminants.
Wear Resistance
Porcelain tiles offer the commercial specifi er unrivalled wear resistance. Correctly specifi ed and installed these tiles would be
expected to last the lifetime of the building. The slip resistant characteristics of the tile are maintained with the implementation of a suitable cleaning regime.
Surface Contaminants
Areas subject to expected surface contaminants should incorporate the use of slip resistant fl oor tiles. The degree of slip resistance changes with the contaminant - i.e. water as a contaminant has less effect on slip resistance than oil or margarine. Further details can be found on www.hse.gov.uk
Falls in Floors
Where fl uid contamination cannot be avoided HSE guidance recommends that fl oors are laid to falls so that the majority of the contamination drains to properly constructed outlets. Profi led tiles allow the contaminant to collect in the low areas whilst the high areas remain relatively dry or at least above the surface of the contaminant. The degree of slope of a fall depends upon many factors including – surface contaminant, degree of usage, affected area etc. As an example a minimum fall of 1:50 is recommended in the “Specifi ers Handbook for Inclusive Design – Internal Floor Finishes” available from RIBA Bookshops.
Floors Subject to Surface Contamination
Swimming Pools and Wet Areas
Wet barefoot areas (showers, wet change areas and pool surrounds) must be slip resistant when wet with a non-abrasive surface
Should be easy to keep clean to maintain the slip resistance of the fl oor material at all times
Should have a texture that is as comfortable as possible for bare feet
Should be laid to falls
Should incorporate fl ush drain covers wherever possible
Should use fl oor fi nishes that achieve either category “B” or category “C” slip resistance when tested by DIN51097 Wet Ramp Test. (Category “C” has greater slip resistance than category “B” – in certain instances only category “C” is suitable).
Commercial Kitchens
Hygiene and slip resistance are extremely important in Commercial Kitchens. Kitchens are likely to not only receive water contamination but also wet and dry foods. oils and greases from cooking either through spillage or splashing.
Floors for commercial kitchens should provide suffi cient surface roughness to create a slip resistant fi nish. Roughness values of over 20µm are normally adequate (“Specifi ers Handbook for Inclusive Design – Internal Floor Finishes” available from RIBA Bookshops) for areas that are frequently or permanently wet.
Floor fi nishes should also be easy to clean and stain resistant to maintain hygiene.
Further information on slip resistance and good practice for fl ooring is available from the HSE website www.hse.gov.uk/slips
Slip Resistance Further Reading
This information is for guidance only. Further information is available from:
www.hse.gov.uk
Specifi ers Handbook for Inclusive Design published by RIBA ISBN 1-85946-255-3
BS5385-3:1989 Code of practice for the design and installation of ceramic fl oor tiles and mosaic
BS5385-4:1992 Code of practice for tiling and mosaics in specifi c conditions
BS8300:2001 Design of buildings and their approaches to meet the needs of disabled people
Access to and use of buildings – The Building Regulations 2000 Approved Document M
To date no single test method is universally accepted for slip resistance by British and European Standards. Aesthetics of a fl ooring installation must not override safety.
All of the slip resistance values given in this publication are factory gate values (based on as supplied tiles). These slip resistance values can only be maintained in service with the implementation of a suitable cleaning and maintenance regime.
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48 49technical - cleaning
cleaningMaintaining the appearance and characteristics (especially slip resistance values) of fl oor tiles is achieved with the implementation of a suitable cleaning regime. It must be stressed that the cleaning material manufacturers instructions must be followed at all times. Regular and correctly undertaken cleaning should maintain a fl oor product as close to its original state as possible. Incorrect or infrequent cleaning will adversely affect the properties of the fl ooring material and increase potential hazards. Generally the smoother the surface of the tile the easier it is to clean. However, it should be noted that textured products, required to give adequate slip resistance when wet, can be satisfactorily cleaned – the cleanability of a surface is more a function of the contaminant than the texture of the surface. It is therefore essential when selecting and specifying a fl oor fi nish that the use of the area and likely contaminants, safety, aesthetic and hygiene requirements are all taken into account at the specifi cation stage.
Cleaning can be split into several categories, each of which is dependant upon installation type (ie wet barefoot areas, shopping malls, public toilets etc) and frequency of usage (ie high, medium or low traffi c):-
Builders Clean
This should be undertaken prior to a fl oor being brought into service. The builders clean removes any residual fi lm left over from the grouting operation and is a one off cleaning process. It is imperative that this is carried out as any grout residues left behind will act as a key for dirt resulting in the installation being diffi cult to clean.
Temporary sealers may be used to facilitate cleaning off after laying which can be removed with the use of alkaline detergents.
Cementitious Grouts
The use of a mild acid decementing solution followed by thorough rinsing will remove all but the most stubborn of cement residues.
Epoxide Grouts
It is essential that ALL residue be removed from the surface of the tiles during the grouting process and before the resin cures. Failure to achieve this will result in a very diffi cult and expensive process using gel-type epoxide removers.
Routine Cleaning
The regular use of detergents or other cleaning agents which are excessively acidic or alkaline could cause irreversible damage to the ceramic tile surface. Degreasing agents that contain wax, sodium silicate or other additives which leave sticky deposits and thus retain dirt should be avoided. Oil residues or build-ups of wax can be removed with a proprietary wax and polish remover.
Manual Cleaning
In normal conditions tiles require little maintenance and can be easily kept clean by sweeping and then mopping with warm water to which a neutral or nearly neutral detergent has been added. The cleaning solution should remain on the fl oor for 5 to 15 minutes (see manufacturers instructions) to allow it to penetrate and emulsify the dirt after which it should be removed by rinsing thoroughly with clean water. The rinsing process removes the dirt so the use of clean water is important.
Mechanical Cleaning
For larger fl oor areas or areas of textured tiles the use of a rotary scrubbing machine is recommended (machines should not be used at speeds in excess of 450rpm). The choice of brush type is very important. Union mix brushes are suitable for light washing and scrubbing, polypropelene brushes are suitable where dirt deposits are especially heavy. The cleaning solution should remain on the fl oor for 5 to 15 minutes (see manufacturers instructions) after which a secondary scrubbing action and clean mop or suction should be undertaken to remove the solution and dirt.
High Pressure Cleaning
Tiles seldom require the use of high pressure cleaning. Whilst the process will not damage the tiles care must be taken to avoid erosion of the grout. To minimise grout erosion ensure that the water beam is continually moved from side to side and not allowed to concentrate on the grouted joints. Water containing abrasives or steam cleaners should not be used on ceramic tiles.
Wet Areas
Wet barefoot areas may attract build-ups of body fats, soaps, oil residues and organic growth. To prevent these a mildly acidic cleaning agent used regularly is preferable. If build up has been allowed a preliminary deep clean with a proprietary cleaner is required followed by regular use of a mildly acidic cleaning agent solution.
Periodic Deep Cleaning
Occasionally foreign matter may cause surface marks that cannot be removed with the usual cleaning processes and materials. If the surface mark cannot be removed, other materials should be considered (it is advisable to experiment on a small inconspicuous area):-
Paint – Paint Remover
Organic Stains – Bleach or one off treatment with washing soda
Rust – Masonry Cleaner
Oil, Fat, Grease – Detergent or degreaser
Mould Growth – Household bleach or proprietary cleaner
Tea, Coffee, Ink – Household bleach or proprietary cleaner
Abrasive powders or cleaners should never be used on ceramic tiles.
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installationCodes of Practice
All fi xing of fl oor and cladding tiles should be in accordance with the following codes of practice guidelines:-
BS5385 Part 1 – 1995 (Code of practice for the design and installation of internal wall tiling and mosaics in normal conditions)
BS5385 Part 2 – 2006 (Code of practice for the design and installation of external ceramic wall tiling and mosaics)
BS5385 Part 3 – 1989 (Code of practice for the design and installation of ceramic fl oor tiles and mosaics)
BS5385 Part 4 – 1992 (Code of practice for ceramic tiling and mosaic in specifi c conditions)
BS8000 Section 11.1 – 1989 (Workmanship on Building Sites, Part 11, Code of practice for wall and fl oor tiling).
Floor and cladding tiles are made from quality refi ned raw materials and are un-glazed class BIa (porcelain) products, as such they require the use of polymer modifi ed adhesives (classifi cation C2*) and grouts specially formulated for fi xing and grouting of porcelain tiles.
* Check with adhesive manufacturer for additional C1 product suitability.
Substrates
Before tiling is commenced it is important to ensure that the correct minimum curing periods have been observed for all substrates:-
Concrete – 6 weeks
Screed (non modifi ed) – 3 weeks
Rendering (non modifi ed) – 2 weeks
Gypsum Plastering – 4 weeks
Brickwork/Blockwork – 6 weeks
Accuracy of the substrate must be checked to ensure that the guidance given in BS5385 has been achieved i.e. “local variations in level for a nominally fl at fl oor or wall should be such that, when checked with a 2m straightedge, any gap under the straightedge between points of contact does not exceed 3mm”.
Design/Layout
Consideration to locations of plane changes and room sizes should be undertaken to ensure the best tile size is selected to minimise cutting and improve aesthetics.
Movement Joints
The location, type and scope of all movement joints must be ascertained prior to any fi xing works. All structural joints must be followed through to the face of the tile at full width with intermediate movement joints (minimum 6mm wide) being situated at:-
Changes of plane
Wall/fl oor junctions
Where tiling abuts other materials
Additionally at 3 to 4.5m maximum centres for wall tiling and 8 to 10m maximum bay centres for fl oor tiling (in suspended fl oors the bay dimensions should be reduced by providing additional joints over supporting walls and beams).
Movement joints can either be fi lled with a suitable backer, bond breaker and fi ller (e.g. epoxy polysulphide – please check with manufacturer for suitability) or be of the pre-formed variety.
Adhesives
Adhesives should be in accordance with BS EN 12004, Class C2*. Particular adhesive choice will be governed by the substrate.
* Check with adhesive manufacturer for additional C1 product suitability.
Johnson Tiles recommend the use of Johnson’s Professional adhesives and grouts, see below:
Grouts
The choice of grout type should refl ect the expected service conditions of the installation.
For general fl oor tiling grouts should be class CG2 ie Johnson Professional Wide Joint Flexible Grout.
For fl oors subject to frequent wetting ie showers and pool halls grout should be class CG2 for hard water areas or RG1 for soft water areas ie Johnson Professional Wide Joint Flexible Grout (CG2), Easy Clean Epoxy (RG1).
Where hygiene is important ie commercial kitchens and hospitals grout should be class RG1 ie Johnson Professional Easy Clean Epoxy.
For specifi c adhesive or grout advice please contact Johnson Professional helpline 0870 609 2851
Fixing Tiles
All fl oor tiles should be fi xed with a solid bed of adhesive, this ensures maximum durability and strength within the installation and long term adhesion performance. This is achieved with the use of a notched solid bed trowel. It is good practice to periodically remove a recently fi xed tile to ensure that the correct bedding is being achieved and maintained. When fi xing all tiles care must be taken to ensure that no lipping of tiles occurs.
Substrate Johnson Professional Adhesive
Concrete Rapid Set/Rapidset Flexible
Sand/Cement Screed Rapid Set/Rapidset Flexible
Wood Floors Speedfl ex Overlay with minimum 12mm WBP/marine ply and prime back, face and edges with Johnson Professional Prime & Seal
Brickwork/Blockwork One Part Flexible
Sand/Cement Render One Part Flexible
Plasterboard One Part Flexible Prime with Johnson Professional Prime & Seal
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general informationEnvironmental Management
Johnson Tiles Limited, Harewood Street, Tunstall, Stoke on Trent has achieved ISO 14001 for Environmental Management Systems at its Stoke on Trent factory.
Colour
The Absolute range is notated by the Natural Colour System (NCS).
Reference guides to other colour referencing systems are also given in this publication.
Fitness for Purpose
For specifi c suitability and fi tness for purpose details contact the Technical Helpline or visit the website: www.johnson-ceramics.com
Important
During the course of manufacture of all ceramic tiles some variation in shade or pattern can occur. Before fi xing tiles several cartons should be opened and the contents mixed to ensure that the size, shade, colour and patterning are acceptable.
Tile Sizes
All sizes in the brochure are nominal. Please contact our Technical Helpline for specifi c information.
Johnson Tiles cannot accept responsibility for any tiles that have been fi xed.
Nothing in these statements does or will affect the statutory rights of the consumer.
Samples Tel: 01782 524064Fax: 01782 524138 Email: [email protected]
Technical Helpline Tel: 0845 210 3000Fax: 01782 524138 Email: [email protected]
International Technical Helpline: +44 (0) 1782 524067
www.johnson-ceramics.com
Johnson Tiles recommend the use of adhesives and grouts from the Johnson Professional range. For further information and a detailed fi xing specifi cation please contact 0870 609 2851.
The colours shown on the tile products in this brochure are as accurate as the limitations of the printing process will allow. Please refer to actual product samples before purchasing.
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information given in this literature. In the interests of progress, however, Johnson Tiles reserve the right to change specifi cations and availability without prior notice.
Acknowledgements
Johnson Tiles would like to thank the many companies who have helped in the production of this publication.
© Property of and used under license from Scandinavian Colour Institute AB, SCI Sweden.se, Stockholm, 2001. See your local NCS distributor for original NCS standard samples
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technical - dda
dda - disability discrimination actThe Disability Discrimination Act 1995 (DDA) introduced new measures to prevent discrimination against disabled people. The Act was broadened in 2005 to form the current Disability Discrimination Act 2005.
The DDA requires accessible environments to be provided for disabled people, either in their place of work or for access to goods, services or facilities (public spaces). Those commissioning new buildings or adaptations to existing buildings must consider the implications of the DDA and their ability to provide buildings that do not discriminate against disabled people (physical or mental impairments).
When specifying ceramics there are 2 main areas of relevance within the DDA.
Colour Refl ectance (Contrast)
The DDA gives guidance on good visual contrast for the visually impaired between various elements of a building by the use of Light Refl ectance Values (LRV).
LRV is a general term for contrast and is measured as the proportion of useful light refl ected by a coloured object, fl oor, wall or ceiling. LRV is measured on a scale of 0 to 100 where 0 is perfect black and 100 perfect white (in reality 0 and 100 are unobtainable colours). According to NCS Colour Centre in practical terms black is approx 6 and white approx 85. See pages 42-44 for values.
The current guidelines from Building Regulations Approved Document M on contrast are that a minimum difference of 30 LRV points should be specifi ed for adjacent surfaces to ensure that visually impaired people are not discriminated against. In the specifi c example of ceramic tiles this difference should be between:
Floors to walls
Ceiling to walls
Handrails to walls
Sanitary fi ttings to walls
Visual contrast between fl oors and walls is important in enabling visually impaired people to assess and gauge the size and shape of a room. It is important that the greatest visual contrast occurs where the fl oor meets the wall (skirting) as this gives the most accurate visual indication of the extent of the room. Where provided, skirtings should contrast visually with the fl oor and be similar in colour and tone to the wall surface.
Tactile Foot Braille
Recommendations from the Department of the Environment, Transport and the Regions (DETR), the joint mobility unit of the RNIB and the Centre for Accessible Environments (CAE) led to the need for Tactiles to be used as warning features for stairs, ramps and platforms.
Available in 400x400x10mm format and in 2 colour options the Johnson Tactile System offers compliance with not only the DDA requirements but also the DETR, RNIB and CAE recommendations. Specifi ed correctly the Johnson Tactile System will ensure that any new building Access Audits will be compliant with the Access to Goods and Services part of the DDA.
The Johnson Tactile System is manufactured to the highest technical and performance standards. The surface of the Tactile products have the enhanced performance qualities of a slip resistance durundum inclusion in the surface of the tile.
The Corduroy profi le is designed to warn visually impaired people of the presence of specifi c hazards. Such a profi le is “Foot Braille” and is a warning associated with steps, ramps or the approach to on-street light rapid transit platforms. The Corduroy profi le is an internationally accepted Tactile surface that conveys the message of hazard and implies proceed with caution.
The Blister profi le is designed to warn visually impaired people of the edge of all off-street platforms. The profi le consists of a series of offset, fl at topped dome studs. The parallel rows of studs are designed to be installed at right angles to the direction of traffi c and are normally located behind the platform edge coping.
For details of Johnson Tiles Tactile System see our Kerastar brochure.
This information is not exhaustive and the requirements at the time of specifi cation must be checked.
BS8300:2001 Amendment 1 indicates that there is anecdotal evidence to suggest that a 20 point LRV difference may be suffi cient – especially where large adjacent areas are involved.
It must be noted that the guidance on LRV values given in this brochure are correct at the time of print. This is a subject that may be reviewed by the regulatory body at any time so it is advisable to check the guidelines at the time of specifi cation of product.
The DDA details given in this brochure are to be used as an outline guide only and are the details as Johnson Tiles understand them at the time of print. If in doubt of any details contained herein the Act should be read in full.
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