Ceramic Tile Construction Specifications

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Ceramic tile construction specifications.

Determination of crazing resistance for glazed tiles. Straightness of sides 0 5 0 1. The ceramic tile technical specification chart can often be a confusing set of codes and numbers but they are important pieces of information to understand when buying ceramic tile. If the product you wish to obtain a tile spec sheet for is not listed we do not currently have it available.

Deviation in length width 0 6 0 1. 09310 1 ceramic tile 07 2014 edition. Tiles exhibiting more than 0 5 but not more than 3 0 semi vitreous. A137 01 specifications for ceramic tile.

Tiles exhibiting more than 7 0 shade variations tile range from complete consistency to a more appearance. Ansi a137 1 2019 like the 2017 edition it revises describes the normally available sizes and shapes of ceramic tile. When reading the different marketing literature pieces that accompany many ceramic tile products you ll notice a section that is usually placed toward the back that is often referred to as technical specifications. Understanding ceramic tile technical specification charts.

When ceramic tile is used on exteriors add paragraphs to specify criteria for exterior work. 163 buttermill avenue unit 8 concord ontario l4k 3x8 phone. Iso 13006 en176 group bia. For an informational glossary on the tests and results shown on the spec sheet click here.

Detail wall floor and base edge joints with other materials and expansion joint conditions for each system. Ceramic tiles are used for the interior floors swimming pools exterior floors walls and for special installation both in interior and exterior cases. This american national standard covers a breadth of information including the basis for acceptance and testing methods prior to installation marking and certification of ceramic tile definitions. Code of practice for the design of industrial type stairs permanent ladders and walkways.

Deviation in thickness 5 4. Tiles are weighed saturated with water and then weighed again. A108 5 ceramic tile installed with dry set portland cement mortar or latex portland cement mortar. A118 6 ceramic tile grout.

Tiles exhibiting more than 3 0 but not more than 7 0 non vitreous. Bs en iso 10545 11 ceramic tiles. Code of practice for the design of stairs with straight flights and winders. Select the tile series or collection below to view and download the specifications sheet.

The percent difference between the two conditions is referred to as the water adsorption value. See tile council of north america inc handbook for ceramic tile installation for systems and details required. Most types of tiles come under the category of ceramic tiles. 905 660 9640 800 201 8599 fax.

Surface flatness 0 5 0 2. They are made from a mixture of clay and other materials. A108 010 installation of grout in tile work. They are fired in a kiln.