(american estates™)color body porcelain stoneware | rectified | printing technique

the fine art of porcelain stoneware Made In The USA

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Vintage, revisited and revived for modern dwellings and public spaces – that’s the takeaway with American Estates, Marazzi’s wood plank series in color body porcelain. The artisanal feel of hand-scraped, hand-oiled hardwood is authentically reproduced on a strong and durable porcelain body that withstands rigors – water, stains, freezing conditions – that are often the nemesis of real wood.

natural6"x36" Rectified - 9"x36" RectifiedAlso Shown Archaeology Chaco Canyon 6"x6"

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Deep, rich layers of color achieved through 3d digital print technique

permeate the slightly undulated surface, evoking the warmth, the tactile sense of real wood which

has been artfully prepared for fine homes and businesses that want to

expound on their unique heritage . . . or create the foundation for a new

one.

Finely rectified wide-plank sizes – 6"x36" and 9"x36" – facilitate

minimal grout joints and stretch the line of sight along the 36"

lengths. The minimal undulation accommodates a top-set

baseboard without gap issues. Two sizes and three color ranges,

Natural (light), Saddle (medium) and Spice (dark), can be used

singly or in combination, eliciting the wonderful ambience of times

past when wide-plank was the norm. But unlike in times past, it’s quite acceptable (even desirable)

to run the strips diagonally, up a wall, inside a shower.

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This striking alternative to natural wood offers significant technical properties that are not found in a wood product. Amercian Estates is not affected by seasonal changes in humidity; it will not expand or con-tract, opening up joints or cupping on the floor. It tolerates freeze-thaw extremes, and moisture will not af-fect the surface, so it fits right into a bathroom or shower, going where its natural counterpoint would not dare. Impervious porcelain is resistant to staining and inhibits the growth of mold, so countertops and back-splashes are very doable.

Contribution to LEED credits is the expectation for this American-made porcelain with 21% recycled content, no VOCs and lower life cycle cost than natural wood. Simple mainte-nance with hot water and no harsh chemicals is so much more environ-mentally friendly than the sanding, staining, waxing cycle required for woods.

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Technical Characteristics ASTM Standards ASTM Test Results ASTM Test Methods

Water Absorption ≤ 0.50% <_ 0.50% C373Frost Resistance As Reported Resistant C1026Scratch Resistance MOHS 1-10 7 MOHS ScaleBreaking Strength ≥ 250 lbf. >_ 392 lbf. C648Facial Dimension -3.0% < Nominal ≤ 2.0% Within Standard C499Thickness ≤ 0.04 in (1.02 mm max) Within Standard C499

Wedging (squareness) +/- 0.25% or +/- 0.8 mm** Within Standard C502

Warpage (flatness) +/- 0.40% or +/- 1.8 mm** Within Standard C485Abrasion Resistance Class 0 - Class V Class IV C1027DCOF-Dynamic Coefficient of Friction (Wet Areas Only)† As Reported Minimum 0.42 DCOF AcuTestSM*

SCOF-Static Coefficient of Friction (Dry) As Reported 0.70 <_ C.O.F. < 0.80 C1028SCOF-Static Coefficient of Friction (Wet) As Reported 0.40 <_ C.O.F. < 0.50 C1028Chemical Resistance Class A - Class E Class A C650Stain Resistance Class A - Class E Class A C1378

ASTM Test Results

†Dynamic Coefficient of Friction (DCOF) - Water, oil, grease or other fluids create slippery conditions. When installing floors in areas with exposure to these conditions, a minimum D.C.O.F. value of 0.42 is required. Additionally, extra caution is required with regards to product selection and proper maintenance. Visit www.tcnatile.com for complete information regarding the DCOF Acutest test method and values.*DCOF AcuTest is the industry designation for the test procedure contained in ANSI A137.1 Section 9.6, which has been extensively researched, allows for in-situ field measurements, and is in use at tile manufacturing facilities. It was so named to distinguish it from other DCOF measurements using different instruments and/or protocols.** Whichever is less

Floor Tile

Wall Tile

Suitable for Outdoors

Frost Resistant

Contributes to LEED Credits

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technical

ULCD Natural6"x36" Rectified

American Estates Natural

ULCE Saddle6"x36" Rectified

American Estates Saddle

ULCG Natural9"x36" Rectified

ULCH Saddle9"x36" Rectified

Abrasion Resistance

21% Minimum Pre-Consumer Recycled Content

No VOCVOC

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Rectified TileR

Moderate VariationV3

S.C.O.F. (Wet)(Valid through 12-31-2013)0.4

S.C.O.F. (Dry)(Valid through 12-31-2013)0.7

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Sizes Pcs Sq. Ft. Weight(lbs.)

Thickness

Floor Tile 6"x36" R 9 12.75 63 0.394Floor Tile 9"x36" R 6 13.01 63 0.394

Sizes Ctn Sq. Ft. Weight(lbs.)

Floor Tile 6"x36" R 39 497.25 2512Floor Tile 9"x36" R 36 468.36 2323

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packaging

ULCF Spice6"x36" Rectified

American Estates Spice

ULCJ Spice9"x36" Rectified

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American Marazzi Tile, Inc.Headquarters & Manufacturing Plant

359 Clay Road East Sunnyvale, Texas 75182 T 972.226.0110F 972.226.5629www.marazzitile.comcontact@marazzitile.com

Color and other aesthetic features shown are as close as the limitation of the printing process will allow. We have tried to make this brochure as comprehensive and factual as possible. We reserve the right, however, to make changes at any time, without notice, in colors, materials, packaging, specifications and availability. Since some information may have been updated since time of printing, please check with American Marazzi Tile Customer Service for details.

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