Ceramic Tiles for External Applications Including Facades
Introduction
Ceramic Tiles provide many benefits for external applications. Paths, walkways, forecourts and other external floors can be tiled to provide high slip resistance, ease of cleaning and durability. The requirements for these areas are explained as well as changes to the previous recommendations.
The range of different finishes and formats can provide a seamless transition from outside to inside, in a superior manner to other finishes.
Higher thickness latest technology porcelain materials are available for free laid installation on pedestal supports with many benefits over traditional tiling.
Tiles make a great finish for external walls, understand the fixing requirements and performance characteristics of different ceramic products is vital to correct specification.
For Ventilated Facades, the non-combustible, zero fuel load contribution of tiles make them ideal for this current very topical requirement. The potential environmental contribution of tiles as ventilated facades is explained.
Biography
Metz is a 64-year-old Australian business supplying specialty ceramic tiles, throughout Australia and SE Asia. Metz clients include household name corporations and major institutional and infrastructure clients.
At the end of this presentation, attendees will:
- Explain the difference between different types of tiles, porcelain, glazed, ceramic, digital production and their capabilities
- Understand the essential requirements for external floor finishes and the pros and cons of each choice.
- Understand the capabilities of tiles as a raised surface for external applications
- Be inspired by the latest trends in tile production and these products can be included for innovative design
- Understand the capabilities and fixing requirement for tiles applied to external walls.
- Understand the environment benefits of tiles for ventilated facades.
