Introduction and Product Concept

The document presents the Icone collection, a selection of four porcelain stoneware tiles designed to embody the legacy of time through their natural stone-inspired appearance. The collection emphasizes an eternal and contemporary finish characterized by subtle color shading, soft tactile surfaces, delicate waves, and natural marks. This stylistic identity aims to enhance the aesthetic of any space.

Product Description and Characteristics

• Material: Porcelain stoneware colored in the body (gres porcellanato colorato in massa).
• Surface: Soft to the touch with slight undulations and small natural marks.
• Color Variations: Four main color ranges - Blue, Grey, Sand, and Ivory.
• Color Shading Levels: V1 (light shading) and V2 (moderate shading), intentionally designed to replicate the natural variability and richness of stone.
• Installation Recommendation: Mix tiles from different boxes during installation to ensure a natural, varied, and random surface appearance.

Dimensions and Formats

• 60x60 cm (24"x24") - 10 mm thickness
• 45x45 cm (18"x18") - 9.5 mm thickness
• 30x60 cm (12"x24") - 9.5 mm thickness
• Mosaic options available in 45x45 cm format with 3 or 6 colors (available on request depending on quantity).

Special Pieces and Trims

• Plinths (bullnose) in sizes 7.2x45 cm and 7.2x60 cm, rectified edges.
• Stairtreads available in all main tile sizes.
• Decorative trims including architectural listels, metal-griffé listels and angles, bombé chrome and copper listels, and inserts in Ivory and Black.

Packing and Weight Information

• Packaging varies by tile size, with pieces per carton ranging from 3 to 12.
• Square meters per carton range from approximately 0.36 to 1.08 m².
• Weight per carton ranges from approximately 19.44 kg to 43.20 kg.
• Boxes per pallet and total weight per pallet are specified for logistics planning.

Standards and Certifications

• Conforms to multiple ISO standards related to ceramic tiles: ISO 10545-2, -3, -4, -6, -12, -13, -14.
• Slip resistance rating: R9.
• Water absorption ≤ 0.5%.

Color Variation and Installation Guidance

The product is deliberately characterized by strong color and veining variations to mimic natural stone. This intrinsic feature means that color references in the catalog are indicative only. Installers are advised to blend tiles from multiple cartons to achieve a natural, varied finish.

Additional Information and Contact

For the full range of decorations and detailed product information, refer to the 2012 General Catalogue. The document also provides contact details for Novoceram SAS, including website and social media links.

Critical Points and Best Practices

• Mix tiles from different boxes during installation to ensure natural variation.
• Use rectified edges for a precise and clean finish.
• Refer to the UPEC dossier for performance details (available online).
• Observe packing and weight specifications for handling and logistics.
• Respect copyright restrictions on reproduction of the catalog content.