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ABK 2014

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Overview: The Trend Book Zero 14 by ABK is a comprehensive guide that combines technical information with innovative ideas reflecting the latest trends in ceramic tiles. The 2014 collections expand the expressive possibilities of ceramics with a diverse range of colors, sizes, textures, and decorations.

Philosophy: ABK emphasizes a tailor-made approach, focusing on detail and completeness to meet customer needs. This philosophy is evident in the Trend Book Zero 14, which serves as a resource for current trends and technical specifications.

Key Trends:

Naturally Chic: Ceramic products inspired by nature, offering sensations of wellbeing, elegance, and luxury. Includes vintage woods, contemporary stones, and glossy marbles.
Outdoor Solutions: High-performance ceramic tiles for outdoor spaces, featuring non-slip and durable surfaces with new installation possibilities due to technological advancements.
Cements & Co.: Industrial materials reinterpreted for domestic spaces, providing a metropolitan warmth with natural imperfections.
Sofisticolour: A palette of powdery and delicate colors, combining neutrals with brighter nuances for versatile design applications.
Infinity Patterns: Innovative decoration methods using graphic mixes that evoke different styles and cultures.

Product Index: The document includes an alphabetical and size-based index of various ceramic tile collections, such as Aqua, Atelier, Brio, Cabane, and many others, each with specific sizes and finishes.

Technical Specifications: Detailed information on porcelain floor and wall tiles, including sizes, finishes, and pricing for different collections like Re-Work, Downtown, Docks, and more.

Specifications: The document provides detailed specifications for various porcelain tiles, including sizes, finishes, and pricing. Key products include the 'Single 3 Black' and 'Downtown' series, available in multiple sizes and finishes such as natural, rectified, and honed rectified. The tiles are made from colored body porcelain, ensuring durability and aesthetic appeal.

Installation Procedures: Several installation methods are outlined, including dry installation on gravel, grass, and sand, which facilitate drainage and integration with natural surroundings. Traditional and raised installations are also discussed, suitable for vehicular traffic and providing space for electrical wiring inspection, respectively.

Technical Standards: The tiles comply with UNI EN 14411 (ISO 13006) standards, classified under Group Bla. They exhibit frost resistance and satisfactory to excellent grip, with a dynamic friction coefficient greater than 0.40 and a static coefficient of friction over 0.60, both dry and wet.

Recommendations: For residential use, items made with glass and precious metals are recommended. The document also suggests coordinated grout sealants for different tile colors, ensuring a cohesive finish.

Packaging and Sales: The minimum sales quantity is one full box for all items, including plain tiles, decorations, and special trims. Detailed packaging information is provided, including the number of pieces per box and pallet, and the corresponding weight.

Key Data from Tables: The tables provide comprehensive data on tile sizes, thickness, pieces per box, and weight per box and pallet. For example, the 80x80 cm rectified tiles come in boxes of 2 pieces, covering 1.28 square meters per box, with a weight of 32.60 kg per box.

Product Details: The document details various porcelain tile products, including their sizes, finishes, and technical characteristics. The tiles are made from antique alpine wood and are suitable for both floor and wall use. Each piece is unique, and some items are made with glass and precious metals, recommended for residential use only.

Technical Characteristics: Classified according to UNI EN 14411 (ISO 13006) standards. Abrasion resistance varies by tile type, with PEI ratings provided. Frost resistance is a standard feature. Dynamic and static friction coefficients are specified, indicating slip resistance.

Installation and Packaging: Installation patterns and modular size prices are provided. Minimum sales quantity is one full box for all items. Detailed packaging information includes thickness, pieces per box, and weight.

Recommendations: Use neutral cleaning products for maintenance to preserve the original glossiness of treated surfaces. Coordinated grout sealants are recommended for matching different tile colors.

Frost Resistance: The document specifies that the tiles are frost-proof according to UNI EN ISO 10545/12 standards, indicating their suitability for outdoor use in cold climates.

Friction Coefficient: The dynamic friction coefficient is categorized as follows: dangerously slippery (μ 0.19), excessively slippery (0.20 < μ < 0.39), satisfactory grip (0.40 < μ < 0.74), and excellent grip (μ ≥ 0.75). The static coefficient of friction is considered slip-resistant if greater than 0.60, both dry and wet, according to ASTM C 1028.

Non-Slip Classification: Based on DIN 51130, the tiles are classified as R12, indicating high slip resistance suitable for various environments.

Shade Variation: The tiles exhibit a moderate shade variation (V3), which should be considered during installation for aesthetic consistency.

Sealant and Grout Recommendations: Coordinated grout sealants are suggested for matching with specific tile colors, such as SI220B kromos antracite for various patio colors.

Tile Collections: The document lists various tile collections, including Papier, Secret, Grace, and Marbleway, each with specific sizes, finishes, and decorative options. These collections offer a range of aesthetic choices for different design needs.

Installation and Maintenance: Recommendations include using non-abrasive cleaning products for tiles with precious metal finishes to maintain their shine and appearance.

Product Specifications: The document provides detailed specifications for various tile products, including sizes, thickness, pieces per box, square meters per box, weight per box, boxes per pallet, square meters per pallet, and weight per pallet. The tiles are available in different sizes such as 25x50 cm, 33.3x33.3 cm, 20x50 cm, and 25x25 cm, among others.

Product Listings: The document lists various tile products with their respective codes and prices. For example, RO VELVET BIANCO 25x50 is priced at 35.90 per box, and VSN33250 F is priced at 5.90 per piece. Other products include LISTELLO VELVET TORTORA, DECORO LISTONI BIANCO, LISTELLO SOFT SILVER, and many more, each with specific dimensions and prices.

Cleaning and Maintenance Recommendations: It is advised not to use abrasive substances for cleaning decorative elements to maintain the shine of precious metals. For wooden decorative tiles, it is recommended to clean them periodically with nourishing products for wooden furniture and avoid abrasive cleaners.

Installation Advice: The document suggests using eco-compatible resins for installing wooden decorative tiles, allowing the use of standard pottery glues. It also advises cleaning with water immediately after installation to remove any filler residue.

Product Features: The tiles are described as double-fired white body tiles, suitable for various environments including bathrooms. Some tiles have a glazed upper side, enhancing their aesthetic appeal.

Coordinating Products: The document mentions coordinating porcelain floor tiles available in various colors and sizes, designed to complement the wall tiles.

Sales Information: The minimum sales quantity for all items, including plain tiles, decorations, and special trims, is one full box.

General Sales Terms and Conditions: Orders are binding only after written confirmation. Delivery risks are the client's responsibility. Delivery terms are indicative, with no compensation for delays. Disputes are limited to first-rate materials with a 5% tolerance. Complaints must be submitted within 8 days of delivery. Variations in size and color are expected and not grounds for complaint. Returns are not accepted without prior written authorization. Prices are subject to change before order acceptance. Payments must be made at the company's location, with penalties for late payments. Europallets are charged to clients. Ownership remains with the company until full payment. Legal disputes are handled in Modena.

Logistics Services: Includes conditions for order cancellations, minimum orders, and urgent deliveries, with associated surcharges.

Claims and Returns: Buyers must direct any claims for compensation for losses to the carrier. Returns are not allowed without prior written consent, and all costs will be charged to the customer.

Order Cancellation: Orders cannot be canceled if the material has been manufactured, production has started, or shipment has occurred. If cancellation is possible, the client must reimburse all expenses incurred by the manufacturer.

Pricing: Prices in price lists are indicative and subject to change before order acceptance.

Payments: Payments must be made directly. Delays over 10 days or uncovered bills result in insolvency, allowing the company to suspend delivery, cancel relations, demand full payment, and seek legal action. Late payments incur a 5% annual penalty interest.

Packaging and Ownership: Sales are made in full factory boxes. Packaging costs, including pallets, are charged to clients. Goods remain the company's property until full payment, even if shipped and invoiced.

Legal Jurisdiction: Disputes are under the exclusive jurisdiction of the Court of Modena.

Technical Specifications: The document outlines the physical-chemical properties of tiles, including dimensions, thickness, water absorption, bending strength, and resistance to various conditions, all conforming to UNI EN ISO standards.

ISO Standards: ISO standards replace previous EN standards in Italy and other recognized countries, covering sampling, testing, and acceptance criteria for ceramic tiles. The standards are grouped under ISO 13006 and EN 14411:2012.

Installation Guidelines: Successful installation depends on technical and aesthetic material qualities and other factors like substrate and expansion joints. Follow adhesive manufacturer instructions and ensure grout does not stain tiles. An expert should oversee the installation project, considering all structural and environmental factors.

Installation Procedures: Choose tiles carefully, check them before installation, and avoid joint-less installation. Follow expert instructions and allow 48-72 hours before using the floor. Special care is needed for glossy tiles.

Rectified Tile Installation: Rectified tiles require precise installation with a minimum grout line. Avoid joint-less installation for large tiles due to structural and thermal movement challenges.

Grouting Recommendations: Use shade-on-shade grouts if not using cement and sand grout. Avoid dark grouts on light materials and ensure compatibility with ceramic tiles. Grout only when the floor is ready to be walked on, removing any residue beforehand. Follow professional instructions for state-of-the-art grouting. Grout small areas (4-5 sqm) and remove excess with a wet sponge or cloth. For non-added cement grouts, follow manufacturer instructions and clean with a damp sponge at the end of the day. For epoxy or added grouts, adhere strictly to manufacturer instructions due to rapid hardening, especially on textured tiles.

Cleaning After Installation: Post-installation cleaning is crucial for maintenance. Use acid detergents like Fila Deterdek or Mapei Keranet once to remove installation residues. Wet floors before cleaning to protect grout lines from acid. Clean 4-5 days after grouting, but not beyond 10 days. Always test on a sample tile first.

Physical-Chemical Properties: Tiles conform to UNI EN ISO standards for dimensions, thickness, edge warpage, wedging, flatness, water absorption, bending strength, thermal shock resistance, and stain resistance. Specific values are provided for each property.

Daily Maintenance: Use neutral detergent diluted in hot water. Avoid acidic, alkaline, or abrasive products, especially on glossy tiles. For intense dirt, use alkaline detergent and rinse thoroughly. Prevent abrasive dirt like dust and sand with entrance mats.

Extraordinary Maintenance: For resistant stains, use specific detergents based on the stain type, testing on a non-installed tile first. Refer to the "REMOVE STAINS" chart for effective detergents.

Metallised Tiles Maintenance: Avoid acid or alkaline detergents. Use neutral pH products like Fila Cleaner. Test on a non-installed tile and rinse thoroughly.

Treatment of Honed and Polished Tiles: These tiles have a micro-porous structure vulnerable to dirt. After acid cleaning, apply an anti-stain treatment with certified products like Fila or Mapei.

Recommendations: Never use hydrofluoric acid-based products as they irreparably damage tiles.

Warnings: Cleaning characteristics vary with installation, use conditions, and surface types. Increased anti-slip features make cleaning harder. Always test on a non-installed tile for maintenance and cleaning interventions.

Specifications and Responsibilities: The document outlines that ABK is not responsible for damages or defects due to incorrect installation, negligent cleaning, or inappropriate material choices. It emphasizes the importance of following specialized documentation for cleaning and maintenance procedures.

Cleaning and Maintenance: The document provides a detailed table of recommended detergents for various types of stains, including inorganic, organic, and synthetic stains. It highlights the importance of conducting preliminary tests on sample tiles before cleaning.

Environmental Impact and Sustainability: ABK is committed to sustainable practices, adhering to LEED standards, and minimizing environmental impact through reduced emissions, water recycling, and energy consumption. The 'I Love Green' initiative focuses on minimizing atmospheric emissions, reusing water and materials, and reducing energy consumption and CO2 emissions.

LEED Certification: ABK products contribute to LEED credits, promoting sustainable building design with low environmental impact throughout the building's lifecycle.

Data and Statistics: The document includes tables with data on emissions, water usage, recycling, and energy consumption, comparing sector averages with specific product types like fully finished porcelain tiles and double-fired wall tiles.

Catalog excerpts

OUR PHILOSOPHY 2014 Ogni prodotto Abk è creato nel segno della completezza e dell’estrema cura dei dettagli, questa visione ci permette di costruire progetti confezionati su misura, in grado di soddisfare quotidianamente le esigenze di tutti i nostri clienti. Da questa filosofia di tipo sartoriale nasce Trend Book Zero 14, uno strumento che racchiude in sè la completezza delle informazioni tecniche ma è soprattutto una raccolta di spunti in cui trovare, sviluppati in modo originale, tutti i trend più attuali. Le collezioni 2014, articolate in una gamma sempre crescente di colori, formati, superfici...

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SOME THINGS IN LIFE ARE JUST BETTER WHEN THEY ARE MADE TO MEASURE CEMENTI & Co. Il materiale industriale per eccellenza si offre in molteplici interpretazioni da trasferire piacevolmente anche all’interno degli spazi domestici, regalando un nuovo senso di calore metropolitano. Le naturali imperfezioni del materiale grezzo, oltre ai segni tipici della lavorazione, si prestano alle contaminazioni con pietra, legno e colore. NATURALLY CHIC Materials of natural origin that offer a wide range of sensations: wellbeing, elegance and luxury. Extreme realism, but also originality and re-interpretation...

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX GRES PORCELLANATO PAVIMENTI E RIVESTIMENTI PORCELAIN FLOOR & WALL TILES SOLERAS 96 VECCHIA CORTE 196 RIVESTIMENTI CONTEMPORANEI CONTEMPORARY WALL TILES

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PORCELAIN FLOOR & WALL TILES VECCHIA CORTE

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RE-WORK GRES PORCELLANATO A MASSA COLORATA / COLORED BODY PORCELAIN TILES SUPERFICI E FINITURE / SURFACES AND FINISHES Naturale / Natural Naturale rettificato / Natural rectified Patinato rettificato / Honed rectified Lines rettificato / Lines rectified Naturale R11 / Natural R11 FORMATI / SIZES Multi Beige

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RE-WORK Multi Beige 20x20 - 20x40 RE-WORK Multi Beige 20x20 - 20x40 - Multi Beige Brick 30x60

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PCXA/f^DI/ GRES PORCELLANATO PORCELAIN TILES patinato rett. MATITA METAL (alluminio - aluminium] MATITA METAL (alluminio - aluminium] JSTELLO FOGLIA ARGENTO MOS. OPUS MINI MULTI FOG FASCIA ARDESIA GRIGIO (Pietra naturale - Natural stone] FASCIA VETRO PLATINO [Vetro e m eta 11 i preziosi - Glass and precious metals] ANGOIARE MULTI FOG BRICK

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PP_\ A/f^PI/ GRES PORCELLANATO PORCELAIN TILES MULTI BEIGE MULTI BEIGE MULTI LINES BEIGE COMP. SOUL BEIGE 4 pz. MULTI BEIGE patinato rett. MULTI BEIGE BRICK MATITA METAL (alluminio - aluminium; MATITA METAL (alluminio - aluminiun MOS. OPUS MINI MULTI BEIGE FASCIA ARDESIA BRONZO (Pietra naturale - Natural stone! FASCIA VETRO BRONZO [Vetro e metalli preziosi - Glass and precious metals] ANGOLARE MULTI BEIGE BRICK

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RE-WORK MULTI BEIGE 20 40x80 REN51350

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RE-WORK Single 2 grey rett. 40x80 RE-WORK Single 1 warm rett. 40x80 - Listellato 3D warm 20x80

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GRES PORCELLANATO A MASSA COLORATA COLORED BODY PORCELAIN TILES oatinato rett. MOS. QUAD. SINGLE 1 BONE MOS. OPUS MICRO SINGLE 1 BONE MATITA METAL (alluminio - aluminiun FASCIA ARDESIA BRONZO Tietra naturale - Natural stone| FASCIA VETRO BRONZO IVetro e m eta 11 i preziosi - Glass and precious metalsi JSTELLATO 3D SINGLE 1 BONE MATITA METAL (alluminio - aluminium^ JSTELLO FOGLIAORC

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D C_\ A ir\ D V GRES PORCELLANATO A MASSA COLORATA l\ L V V V_y l\ l\ COLORED BODY PORCELAIN TILES oatinato rett. MATITA METAL (alluminio - aluminium^ MOS. QUAD, SINGLE 1 WARM MOS, OPUS MICRO SINGLE 1 WARM FASCIA ARDESIA BRONZC IPietra naturale - Natural stone! FASCIA VETRO BRONZC Yetro e metalli preziosi - Glass and precious metalsi MATITA METAL (alluminio - aluminium^ JSTELLATO 3D SINGLE 1 WARM JSTELLO FOGLIAORC

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D C_\ A ir\ D V GRES PORCELLANATO A MASSA COLORATA l\ L V V V_y l\ l\ COLORED BODY PORCELAIN TILES oatinato rett. MOS, QUAD, SINGLE 2 WHITE MOS, OPUS MICRO SINGLE 2 WHITE MATITA METAL (alluminio - aluminium^ FASCIA ARDESIA BRONZO Tietra naturale - Natural stone| FASCIA VETRO BRONZO Yetro e metalli preziosi - Glass and precious metalsi MATITA METAL (alluminio - aluminium^ JSTELLATO 3D SINGLE 2 WHITE LISTELLO FOGLIA ARGENTO

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D C_\ A ir\ D V GRES PORCELLANATO A MASSA COLORATA l\ L V V V_y l\ l\ COLORED BODY PORCELAIN TILES oatinato rett. MATITA METAL (alluminio - aluminium^ MOS. QUAD, SINGLE 2 GREY MOS, OPUS MICRO SINGLE 2 GREY :ASCIA ARDESIA GRIGIC IPietra naturale - Natural stone! FASOAVETRO PLATINO Yetro e metalli preziosi - Glass and precious metalsi JSTELLATO 3D SINGLE 2 GREY MATITA METAL (alluminio - aluminium^ JSTELLO FOGLIA ARGENTC

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D C_\ A ir\ D V GRES PORCELLANATO A MASSA COLORATA l\ L V V V_y l\ l\ COLORED BODY PORCELAIN TILES MOS. QUAD. SINGLE 3 SILVER oatinato rett. MOS. OPUS MICRO SINGLE 3 SILVER MATITA METAL (alluminio - aluminium^ :ASCIA ARDESIA GRIGIO IPietra naturale - Natural stone' :ASCIAVETRO PLATINO Yetro e metalli preziosi - Glass and precious metalsi JSTELLATO 3D SINGLE 3 SILVER MATITA METAL (alluminio - aluminium^ JSTELLO FOGLIA ARGENTC

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PORCELLANATO A MASSA COLORATA COLORED BODY PORCELAIN TILES oatinato rett. MATITA METAL (alluminio - aluminium^ MOS. QUAD. SINGLE 3 BLACK MOS, OPUS MICRO SINGLE 3 BLACK FASCIA ARDESIA GRIGIO IPietra naturale - Natural stone! FASCIA VETRO PLATINC Yetro e metalli preziosi - Glass and precious metalsi MATITA METAL (alluminio - aluminium^ JSTELLATO 3D SINGLE 3 BLACK JSTELLO FOGLIA ARGENTC

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20 mm Lastra di 20 mm realizzata con la tecnologia del gres porcellanato, unisce la facilità di posa alle eccellenti prestazioni tecniche. 20 mm slab made using technical porcelain stoneware, combining ease of installation with excellent technical performance. Multi Beige

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Posa Tradizionale Traditional Installation Posa Sopraelevata Raised Installation la posa tradizionale è ideale per la realizzazione di pavimentazioni carrabili. La posa sopraelevata consente il drenaggio delle acque piovane e la possibilità di ricavare uno spazio ispezionabile per il passaggio di impianti elettrici. La posa su ghiaia permette il perfetto drenaggio delle acque piovane. La posa diretta su erba permette di creare percorsi e camminamenti integrandosi perfettamente nell’ambiente. La posa su sabbia permette di creare percorsi e camminamenti per spiagge e stabilimenti balneari. traditional...

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