Introduction
An Italian ceramic company with a global presence emphasizes quality, sustainability, and innovation, boasting a 30-year history of excellence and commitment to building lasting relationships.
Collections
The catalogue features collections like Stone Look, Marble Look, Concrete & Design Look, and Wood Look, catering to diverse architectural and design needs.
Technical AreaIncludes detailed specifications such as anti-slip classifications, sizes, weights, packaging, and certifications. It also provides a manual for
tile laying, handling, maintenance, and disposal, highlighting sustainable practices.
Environmental Commitment
The company showcases its environmental certifications and sustainable porcelain stoneware, aiming to reduce environmental impact and enhance wellbeing.
Product Specifications
Offers an index by collection and size, detailing dimensions and styles for easy navigation and selection based on project requirements.
Conclusion
The catalogue reflects the company's dedication to 'Made in Italy' prestige through meticulous detail and innovation, ensuring its products lead the ceramic industry.
Specifications
Outlines dynamic friction coefficient (D.C.O.F) requirements for various environments, specifying a minimum of 0.42 for wet conditions per ANSI A326.3 standards.
Technical Features
Details slip resistance values based on DIN EN 16165 standards, with ratings (R10, R11) and dynamic friction coefficients (µ > 0.40) for dry and wet conditions.
Product Descriptions
Describes collections like Arkè and Heritage, highlighting aesthetic and functional qualities, available in multiple sizes and finishes.
Sizes and Formats
Products come in sizes like 120x120 cm, 60x120 cm, and 30x60 cm, with thicknesses of 9mm and 20mm, including special trims and bullnose edges.
Colors and Finishes
Available in colors such as Anthracite, Beige, Clay, Ivory, and Grey, emphasizing stone effect and textured finishes.
Additional Information
Further technical details are available on page 258 and certificates can be downloaded from the website keope.com.
Overview
The document provides detailed information on ceramic tile products, focusing on colors, technical characteristics, and available sizes, highlighting slip resistance and dynamic friction coefficients for safety.
Colors and Shading
Tiles are available in colors like Lecce Ivory, Cotto Red, Ardesia Grey, with shading classification V3 for moderate color variation.
Technical Specifications
Characterized by slip resistance measured according to DIN EN 16165 standards, with ULTRAmatt R11 tiles having a high slip resistance rating.
Sizes and Formats
Lists various sizes for tiles, including 60x120 cm, 60x60 cm, and 30x60 cm, with thicknesses of 9 mm and 20 mm, offering special trims and mosaics.
Product Ranges
Describes ranges like Omnia and Dolmix, offering unique aesthetics, with Omnia modernizing classic stone hues and Dolmix reinterpreting Venetian terrazzo.
Applications
Suitable for indoor and outdoor use, with products designed to blend spaces while maintaining distinct characteristics.
Additional Information
Further technical details are available on the manufacturer's website.
Overview
The document is a technical catalogue for architectural surfaces, focusing on collections like Brystone, Midlake, and Chorus, providing detailed specifications, sizes, surfaces, colors, and technical characteristics.
Brystone Collection- Sizes: Ranges from 9.7×60 cm to 120×278 cm with thicknesses of 6 mm, 9 mm, and 20 mm.
- Surfaces: Options include Natural R9, ULTRAmatt, Structured R11, and Crossing 3D.
- Colors: Grey, Avana, White, Ivory, and Gold.
- Technical Features: Slip resistance tested according to DIN EN 16165 with ratings R9 to R11.
Midlake Collection- Sizes: 22.5×45.3 cm and 60×90 cm with thicknesses of 8 mm and 20 mm.
- Surfaces: Structured R11.
- Colors: Quartzgrey, Porfido, Quartzbeige, and Ardesia.
- Technical Features: Similar slip resistance and dynamic friction coefficient standards as Brystone.
Chorus Collection- Sizes: Ranges from 9.7×60 cm to 120×120 cm with thicknesses of 9 mm and 20 mm.
- Surfaces: Natural R9 and ULTRAmatt R11 - Grip.
- Colors: Silver, White, and Beige.
- Technical Features: Includes slip resistance ratings and dynamic friction coefficients, with tests available upon request.
Technical Characteristics
Provides detailed norms and required values for slip resistance and dynamic friction coefficients, ensuring safety and compliance with international standards.
Additional Information
Special trims and decors are available upon request, with further technical details on page 258 of the catalogue.
Overview
Presents collections like Percorsi Extra and Percorsi Smart, inspired by natural stone elegance, suitable for outdoor, residential, or commercial spaces.
Specifications
Offers various sizes and thicknesses, with surfaces in ULTRAmatt R11, Natural R9, and Structured R10 finishes.
Technical Characteristics
Slip resistance tested according to DIN EN 16165 standards, with ratings R9, R10, and R11, ensuring low slip risk with PTV ≥ 36 for dry and wet conditions.
Colors and Shading
Features shades like Pietra di Vals, Pietra di Barge, with shading variations V2, V3, and V4.
Trims and Special Pieces
Special trims available in 9 mm and 20 mm thicknesses, including bullnose edges and glued step treads.
Additional Information
Further technical details on page 258 of the catalogue, with certificates available on the Keope website.
Product Specifications
Details various tile sizes and thicknesses, with finishes like Lappato, Silky, ULTRAsilky, ULTRAmatt, and ULTRAmatt R11.
Design and Colors
Tiles come in colors like Borghini White, Fiorito Ivory, with Seamless Match technology for modular design.
Technical Features
Tested for slip resistance according to standards like DIN EN 16165 and ANSI A326.3, suitable for different environments.
Additional Products
Includes special trims and decorative pieces like bullnose edges and glued step treads.
Materials and Surfaces
The Trevi collection features travertine-inspired designs in colors like Trevi Walnut, with finishes like Silky and ULTRAmatt.
Technical Specifications
Outlines technical specifications for porcelain stoneware collections, focusing on slip resistance and dynamic friction coefficients.
Product Collections
District Collection: Concrete-effect porcelain stoneware with natural details, available in sizes and finishes like Natural R9.
Geo Collection: Tactile ceramics available in sizes from 30x60 to 120x120 mm, with finishes like Natural R9.
Noord Collection: Industrial Europe-inspired, focusing on concrete and metallic elements, available in sizes like 120x120 mm.
Sizes and Surfaces
Lists multiple sizes for each collection, with surface finishes like Natural, ULTRAmatt, and Structured.
Additional Features
Special trims and mosaics available upon request, with shading information and further technical details on page 258.
Conclusion
Serves as a comprehensive guide to technical features and aesthetic options in porcelain stoneware collections.
Technical Characteristics
Outlines technical characteristics of porcelain stoneware collections, focusing on slip resistance and dynamic friction coefficients.
Street Collection
Designed for sheltered outdoor spaces, featuring structured surfaces with slip resistance ratings of R10.
Unica Collection
Wood-effect porcelain stoneware inspired by natural oak, available in sizes and surfaces like Natural R9.
Journey Collection
Wood-effect porcelain stoneware with Natural R9 and Structured R11 surfaces, blending tradition with modernity.
Evoke Collection
Wood-effect porcelain stoneware with curated color shades and soft textures, available in various sizes.
Slip Resistance and Friction Coefficients
Slip resistance is a key feature across all collections, with ratings for different environments.
Technical Specifications and Modifications
Ceramiche Keope reserves the right to modify specifications without notice, with specific certificates available upon request.
Technical Features
Provides detailed information on sizes, weights, and packaging of ceramic tiles.
Anti-Slip Classification
Outlines anti-slip classification for different tile collections, detailing surface type and compliance with testing methods.
Environmental Commitment
Committed to ecological sustainability, with systems to control and reduce CO2 emissions, achieving UNI ISO 14064 certification.
Certifications
Holds certifications like UNI EN ISO 45001 for health and safety management and UNI EN ISO 9001 for porcelain tiles.
Overview
Discusses certifications related to ceramic tiles, focusing on ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 standards, and LEED certification for environmental sustainability.
ISO 9001 Certification
Ensures quality management systems for companies involved in ceramic tiles.
ISO 45001 Certification
International standard for occupational health and safety management systems.
Environmental Initiatives by Keope
Leader in ecological practices, implementing measures to reduce CO2 emissions and greenhouse gases.
LEED Certification
U.S. certification for buildings meeting environmental standards, promoting sustainable design and construction.
Contributions of Ceramiche Keope to LEED
Products contribute to LEED certification in areas like Sustainable Sites and Indoor Environmental Quality.
Conclusion
Emphasizes the importance of certifications in promoting quality, safety, and environmental sustainability in the ceramic tile industry.
Recycled Material Content
Outlines calculation of recycled material content for credit achievement, applying to Keope products listed in the DNV certificate.
Transparency and Optimization of Building Products
Emphasizes transparency in material use, requiring a report on material ingredients for products with substances over 0.1% concentration.
Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ)
Focuses on reducing VOC emissions to improve air quality, with Keope products compliant without testing.
LEED Credits for Keope Products
Contribute to minimizing heat island effects and have an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) certified by an independent body.
Product Specifications
Keope's fine porcelain stoneware is made from high-quality raw materials, ensuring durability and resistance to chemical and physical agents.
Laying Recommendations
Verify material's tone, gauge, and grade before installation, ensuring no visible defects, and mix tiles from different boxes for optimal results.
Material Specifications
Describes use of high-quality raw materials, including clays and feldspars, fired at 1250°C for a compact, frost-resistant paste.
Compliance with Standards
Materials comply with UNI EN 14411 and ISO 13006 standards, with quality management certified according to UNI EN ISO 9001.
Installation Guidelines
Verify goods match delivery documents, check for conformity in tone and caliber, and inspect for visible defects.
Laying and Maintenance
Use specific high-performance adhesives, ensuring substrate is stable and dry, and follow adhesive manufacturers' instructions.
Joint Recommendations
Staggered layouts with a maximum edge distance of 20cm recommended, with minimum joint of 2mm for rectified materials.
Warnings
Ceramiche Keope does not accept complaints for visible defects, advising to keep spare tiles for potential repairs.
Specifications and Recommendations
6-mm thick tiles recommended for residential and low-traffic commercial applications, not suitable for heavy loads.
Instructions for Lappato and Silky Finishes
Suitable for low-stress floors, glossy and easy to clean but may scratch if in contact with hard materials.
Cleaning and Installation Guidelines
Careful handling, installation, and cleaning crucial to avoid damage, with prompt removal of excess glue and sealing materials.
Maintenance and Stain Removal
Comply with ISO 13006 / EN 14411 standards, with careful maintenance for light-colored products to avoid visible stains.
Material Management and Disposal
Proper handling and disposal of packaging materials crucial during installation, with recycling and ecological disposal emphasized.
Specifications and Standards
All products comply with ISO 13006 / EN 14411 standards, with careful maintenance required for light-colored products.
Installation Guidelines
Maintain a clean environment during installation, with proper disposal of packaging and materials.
Cleaning Procedures
Avoid waxes and oily soaps, using diluted bleach or ammonia for ordinary cleaning, and buffered acids for acid washing.
Management and Disposal
Dispose of ceramic materials sustainably, with proper waste management practices.
Specifications and Installation of 6 mm Slabs
6 mm-thick slabs suitable for residential and light commercial use, with double-spread adhesive method recommended.
Cleaning Procedures
Use diluted bleach or ammonia for ordinary cleaning, with buffered acids for acid cleaning, and specialized detergents for stubborn stains.
Joints and Grouting
Regular expansion joints necessary for large spaces, with color-matching grouts for lapped and polished products.
Cleaning After Laying
Mandatory post-installation cleaning to remove grout residues, with buffered acids and alkaline detergents recommended.
Cleaning Procedures
Emphasizes removing cement residues with water-diluted buffered acids, followed by alkaline cleaner for greasy films.
Joint Installation
Regular expansion joints necessary for large spaces, with supervision by a designer or site manager.
Extraordinary Cleaning
Specific detergents recommended for stubborn stains, with test on small area advised before full application.
Dry Laying 20mm
Outdoor pavings at risk from wind action, with qualified professional verification advised.
Recommendations for Engineers and Customers
Assess project requirements against slab specifications for structural use, with specific installation guidelines for raised floors.
Specifications and Recommendations
Compliance with local regulations crucial for installations above ground level, with reinforcement necessary for certain conditions.
Installation Procedures
Ensure proper gradients for drainage, with drainage substrate recommended.
Warnings and Precautions
Outdoor dry-laid tiles susceptible to wind action, with verification by qualified technician advised.
Technical Data and Formats
Provides specifications for tile sizes and support systems, with reinforcement details.
General Recommendations for Designers and Contractors
Thorough evaluation of project specifications recommended for structural use of 20mm tiles.
Force Majeure
Contractual obligations may be suspended if execution becomes impossible due to reasons beyond control, with notification required.
Confidentiality Obligation
Buyer must maintain confidentiality over technical and commercial information, with compensation for breach.
Trademarks and Seller's Identifications
Use of seller's trademarks and intellectual property prohibited without authorization.
Contract Language, Applicable Law, Jurisdiction, and Venue
Contract terms written in Italian, with legal matters subject to Italian jurisdiction.
General Sales Conditions
Subject to updates, with current version available on company's website.
Product Variations
Company reserves right to modify products for production or quality improvement, with samples indicative only.