Slate Lappato Blanco Stone-Look Porcelain Ceramic 60x120

Slate Lappato Blanco: Where Nature Meets Modern Radiance

In architectural designs, the peaceful atmosphere created by natural textures and the practicality offered by modern surface technologies reach a perfect balance in the Slate Lappato Blanco ceramic series. Inspired by the unique layered structure of natural slate stone, this product adds a unique depth to the surface with the lappato finishing technique, which presents matte and glossy reflections together. The Blanco color, containing the most elegant and spacious tones of white, brings a sense of breadth, brightness, and freshness to every space it is applied to.

Lappato Surface Technology and Visual Richness

The lappato surface treatment is achieved by partially polishing the tile surface with special diamond heads. In this way, both the slightly rough, characteristic texture of natural stone is preserved on the tile, and a fascinating shimmer is captured under the light. These elegant reflections, which change according to the angle of the light, give your spaces a lively and dynamic character, far from monotony. Thanks to the pattern variety (V2 texture variation), when the tiles are laid, they create a feeling of completely natural stone flooring that does not repeat itself.

Superior Porcelain Quality and Technical Standards

Slate Lappato Blanco is produced by pressing high-quality porcelain raw materials under high pressure and firing them in kilns above 1200°C. Since it is porcelain in its entire body structure, its water absorption rate is almost zero (below 0.5%). This technical superiority makes the product exceptionally resistant to freezing, moisture, staining, and abrasion. Since it shows high resistance to thermal shocks, it is 100% compatible with underfloor heating systems.

Thanks to its rectified (laser-cut) edge structure, the tiles can be laid with a minimum grout interval (1.5 - 2 mm). This application, where grout lines almost disappear, provides a seamless, monolithic floor appearance in spaces. Furthermore, having fewer grout lines prevents dirt accumulation, creating hygienic and easy-to-clean areas.

Usage Areas and Design Freedom

Thanks to its high abrasion resistance (PEI 4) and excellent resistance to chemicals, Slate Lappato Blanco can be safely used both in residences and in commercial spaces with high human traffic:

• Residential Areas: Living rooms, entrance halls, corridors, bathroom floors and walls, kitchen backsplashes, and floor coverings.
• Commercial Spaces: Hotel lobbies, cafes and restaurants, stores, office buildings, and prestigious architectural projects.
• Wall and Floor Harmony: Thanks to its structure suitable for use as both floor and wall tiles, it allows for holistic designs in wet areas.

Technical Specifications and Performance Values

The concrete technical data showing the product's compliance with international standards (EN 14411 / ISO 13006 Group BIa) are as follows:

• Size: 600x1200 mm (24''x48'')
• Thickness: 9 mm nominal thickness
• Surface Finish: Semi-gloss / Lappato
• Water Absorption Value: ≤ 0.5% (EN ISO 10545-3)
• Breaking Strength: ≥ 2000 N (EN ISO 10545-4)
• Bending Resistance: ≥ 35 N/mm²
• Surface Abrasion Resistance: PEI 4 (Suitable for heavy pedestrian traffic)
• Scratch Hardness (Mohs): 7 Mohs
• Stain Resistance: Class 5 (Highest level of stain resistance)
• Chemical Resistance: Full resistance to household chemicals and pool salts (Class GA/GHA)
• Edge Type: Rectified (Zero edge tolerance)
• Texture Variation: V2 (Natural pattern transitions showing slight differences)

Cleaning and Maintenance Tips

The non-porous porcelain structure of Slate Lappato Blanco prevents dirt and liquids from penetrating the surface. For daily cleaning, general surface cleaners with neutral pH values and warm water are sufficient. To preserve the lappato shimmer of the surface, the use of acidic or abrasive powder cleaners should be avoided. Thanks to its Class 5 resistance to stains, difficult spills such as tea, coffee, or oil can be wiped off effortlessly with a damp cloth.