Cersanit tile: characteristics and features of use

Cersanit tile is produced by a Polish company at facilities located in various countries, for example, in Poland, Germany, Russia and other European countries. It stands out among other manufacturers of good quality products at a reasonable price, a huge assortment of different colors and patterns. The tile is also available in various sizes, which simplifies the finishing work and makes the process of cutting the product to the desired size is an extremely rare necessity.

The general features of the Cersanit tile include the following features:

• the product is made only from environmentally friendly raw materials, which determines its safety for human health throughout the operation;
• a large variety of rulers and models with both monotonous coating, and with various patterns and patterns, allows you to choose tiles for every taste;
• high moisture resistance and excellent water resistance;
• resistant to constant temperature fluctuations;
• strength - products are resistant to mechanical stress and vibration;

• retains a good aesthetic appearance over the years, does not fade and does not tarnish;
• the surface is easy to clean using household chemicals;
• the solid structure of ceramics ensures a long service life;
• affordable price category;
• products meet all standards and are certified according to the quality standard ISO 9001: 2000.

The disadvantages of Cersanit tiles include:

• packaging package with tiles is not always fully consistent with the declared on the label;
• possible broken pattern intersection between products;
• possible permanent stains and stains in the tile texture.

In the package are:

• broken items, mostly located at the edge;
• tile with non-rectangular geometry.

When finishing works:

• possible crumbling of the product when cutting;
• Difficulties in joining tiles on the pattern.

Tiles are available in two basic forms with several options of dimension.

Square:

• 33.3x33.3 cm;
• 44x44 cm

Rectangular:

• 25x40 cm;
• 29x59.3 cm;
• 33.3x50 cm and so on.

Cersanit tile is made with the addition of special components that increase the coefficient of abrasion. This quality is especially important for flooring.

Cersanit tiles are of five types according to the level of resistance to abrasion, each of which is advisable to use under certain conditions:

• PEI 1. This tile is designed for rooms with a low intensity of walking: bathrooms and living rooms.
• PEI 2. Products should be used for rooms with low and medium intensity of movement without shoes, also from the room should not be direct access to the street.

• PEI 3. High-strength tiles, can be used for various types of premises, such as kitchens and hallways.
• PEI 4. Designed for premises with medium-intensity pedestrian traffic: shopping centers, office premises, apartment buildings and other entrances.
• PEI 5.The strongest tile of technical porcelain, is used for places with high intensity pedestrian traffic: train stations, airports, metro stations and so on.

Cersanit tile varies in terms of moisture absorption, which is directly dependent on the porosity of the product. The smaller it is, the lower the moisture absorption. This affects the performance properties: with a decrease in moisture absorption, frost resistance and product strength increase.

This indicator is also tied to the type of tile, there are such options:

• wall - 12%;
• floor standing - from 3 to 6%;
• glazed stoneware - 0.5%;
• Technical ceramic granite - 0.5%.

Cersanit tile is available in various color and size versions with the addition of various patterns, imitating various surfaces, for example, various types of wood or stone, pebbles, wallpaper, fabric. Also in the collections there are additional elements of decor: a panel with a variety of drawings, friezes,curbs. According to the type of surface, the products also differ and are as follows: glossy, matte, satin, and glazed.

Conventionally, all lines of ceramic tiles can be divided into 4 categories:

• Simple and uncomplicated - to create a moderate, unobtrusive interior with notes of refinement; such products are made in cream and pastel colors and serve as an excellent background for the rest of the interior elements;

• Bright and energetic - suitable for adherents of a creative and active lifestyle; used to create a life-affirming atmosphere surrounded by an extraordinary and bold interior;
• Classic - characterized by restrained color performance with the dominance of shades of brown and gray, as well as wood, marble and stone surface texture; such decoration will give solidity to the interior and create a calm, measured atmosphere;
• Decorative - stand out by the presence of various thematic patterns and textures of various styles and eras.

On the market of ceramic products are such lines of tiles Cersanit:

• "Electa" (“Electrics”, “Karina”) - performed in rich colors of pink, beige and brown colors, will create a romantic atmosphere in the bathroom.

The tile is decorated with a striped pattern with the addition of floral patterns, glass borders. In this collection there are options for ready-made panels (drawing of two 50x35 cm tiles) and friezes (25x8 cm) for connoisseurs of designer finishes. The floor tiles are square with dimensions of 33.3x33.3 cm, for walls - rectangular 25x35 cm.

• "Agata" ("Agat") - a feature of this line of glossy tiles is a pattern imitating marble, produced in 4 colors: light green, pink, light yellow and blue. This texture will give the room a bright and calm summer day, visually increasing the size of the bathroom. Available in square (33.3x33.3 cm) and rectangular (20x30 cm) shape.

• "Verbena" - a collection of tiles in a simple style, executed in white, graphite and brown.Well suited for both bathrooms and rooms with formal furnishings, such as offices. The coating is decorated with a pattern of natural themes, which, combined with the color performance, creates an autumn atmosphere. The collection contains friezes (50x5.3 cm), which can be used to demarcate a certain area, at the same time creating a contrast for the main ornamental cover. The floor tile is square with an edge of 33.3 cm, the wall products are rectangular with the size of the sides 33.3 x 50 cm.

• Albero - the tile from this collection imitates a surface from a natural tree. Creates a comfortable and cozy atmosphere in the bathroom.
• "Iris" - the collection is made in caramel tones, and the texture imitates wood linen. This coating looks great in the hallway, and the appearance of the tile will help to hide the dust and dirt brought into the house. The size of a rectangular product for walls is 20x30 cm, square tile with a 33.3 cm edge.

• Viking -the peculiarity of this line is a pattern under a natural stone. To the touch, the edges of such a tile are rough with small vycherbinami. Also on the surface there is a hand-painted.
• Ambiente - it is distinguished by a glazed surface with a texture that reproduces the appearance of the stone.
• "Diego" - the tile pattern from this collection imitates wooden parquet and is suitable for various design solutions in a classic style.

• Aplauz - glossy wall tiles are made in monochromatic colors or with wallpaper texture. Bright colors in a contrasting combination will create a cheerful and cheerful atmosphere for lovers of life, boiling key.
• Bella - distinctive features: wallpaper and mosaic pattern, glossy surface.
• "Cynthia" - a collection that stands out for its bright colors: light lilac, bright orange and lime versions with floral patterns will bring a sense of spring freshness and fun to any bathroom.

• "Forza" - The texture of this tile is decorated with various geometric shapes: ellipses, triangles, ovals, squares and the like. With its help, you can create a complex integrated pattern, like ornaments on buildings of ancient times.
• Bellariva - glazed matte tiles with texture for different types of wood. An excellent solution for lovers of a cozy and comfortable atmosphere in an elegant classical style.
• "Arte" - performed in bright colors with drawings and glass borders. It creates a light and relaxed atmosphere in your bathroom.

• Blackstone - it is allocated with the surface imitating magnificent black marble. Finishing with the use of such tiles looks simple and elegant.
• "Rubid" - it is distinguished by a distinct geometric pattern, well suited for the manifestation of creative potential and the creation of combinational ornaments when finishing the floor.

• Escada - the kitchen tile is executed in brown color with imitation of a mosaic and a stone. It will help to create a refined interior with elements of decoration in the antique style.
• Jardin - an ornamental tile for decoration of residential premises, executed in beige and dark gray colors, square in shape with a 44 cm edge. An excellent choice for creating designer finishes in the hallway or living room.

You will learn about the simple and fast way of laying tiles in the following video.