What is Kerlite?

WHAT IS KERLITE? “Kerlite” is laminated stoneware obtained by means of an extremely innovative production system, which is the outcome of the latest technology. It is produced in whole slabs of size up to 300×100 cm without using dies.

What is Kerlite cladding?

Unique porcelain sheets in 3.5-6.5mm thickness with a tough fibre glass mesh backing. Kerlite is the ultimate solution to cladding all new and old surfaces including existing flooring in wood, ceramic or any other compact type surface.

What are the thinnest tiles you can get?

Slimtech is one the world’s leading brands of thin porcelain sheets, innovative large-scale tiles with a wide range of applications. Slimtech’s manufacturing process produces ceramic slabs that are 3.5mm or 5.5mm thin, but also extremely resistant and flexible.

Are thicker wall tiles better?

Thicker tiles are less likely to break or crack than thinner tiles because they’re stronger. You may want to choose thicker porcelain tiles for flooring, especially in high-traffic areas, because porcelain floor tile durability is important in preventing cracks and damage.

How thick should wall tiles be?

Weight Limit for Wall Tiles The weight of tiling to a plasterboard background direct (without plaster skim) should not exceed 32kg/m². This is equivalent to a ceramic tile and adhesive with a maximum thickness of 12.5mm and natural stone and adhesive with a maximum thickness of 10mm.

What is the average thickness of a wall tile?

As a rule, floor tile is typically 1/2-inch to 3/4-inch thick. Wall tile tends to be thinner and available in squares (3 inches to 6 inches).

What is gauged porcelain tile?

Gauged porcelain tile is a specially manufactured porcelain tile with extra-large panels/slabs (up to 10 x 15 foot slabs with 6 -12 mm thickness).

How can I tell the difference between porcelain and ceramic tile?

The main difference between ceramic and porcelain tiles arises from the different clays and raw materials, firing temperatures and timeframes used. Porcelain tiles are generally made of finer and denser grade clay than ceramic tiles, and are pressed and cooked for longer and at higher temperatures.

How thick should a bathroom wall be?

Average Wall Width of Interior Walls Bathroom walls are an exception because they are often covered with 5/8 inch drywall. This makes the walls surrounding the bathroom an extra 1/8 inch thick, but you can usually compensate for this by centering the jambs.

How much do porcelain panels cost?

For installation and materials, porcelain slabs cost $8 to $15 dollars per square foot, while marble ranges from $9 to $24. So you can get higher-end porcelain slabs for considerably less than the cost of higher-end marble.

Is porcelain more expensive than ceramic?

Cost of Porcelain vs. Ceramic. While both ceramic and porcelain are less expensive than most renovation materials, their price differences are due to their density differences. Porcelain tiles are therefore more expensive than ceramic tiles.