Applications
The most common uses of technical stone are in the bathroom, the kitchen and exterior spaces. This is largely due to exacting technical demands in these areas, depending on their varying exposure to humidity, water, food, chemical products or to the outdoors and inclement weather.
That is why the most suitable wall coverings is technical stone, a material whose strength and durability mean its appearance remains unchanged over time with hardly any maintenance, and whose low porosity yields a surface that is resistant to water and stains, also making it a more hygienic option.
Wall Coverings
The tiling a wall It is a layer usually applied for decorative or protective purposes. There are many types of wall coverings on the market, but one of the most popular is undoubtedly the large-format sintered stone cladding.
Whether for tiling indoor or outdoor walls, these large-format wall coverings are the most comprehensive construction option.
As well as being a very resistant and durable material, very little maintenance is required, which is a highly valued quality when choosing a tile for the kitchen, for the bathroom, and even for outdoor areas, where the technical requirements are far more demanding.
If this material is used as cladding for ventilated facades, it offers the important added bonus of improving thermal and acoustic insulation since it is an ultra-compact material that, thanks to its non-porous nature, does not deform or expand when subjected to outdoor conditions.
In addition to these crucial qualities for an outdoor tile, a material like Coverlam is also unaffected by solar radiation, does not change colour over time, and requires practically no maintenance.
Furthermore, the wide-ranging catalogue of Coverlam products on offer means the decoration of each space can be customized to suit the personal tastes and specific needs of each one.
In turn, the fact that the slabs are only 3.5 mm thick enables clean installations, as they can be laid on top of existing wall coverings without the need for any demolition work, avoiding noise and debris; on the other hand, the large format of up to 1200 × 3600 mm means fewer pieces are used. All these aspects help save time in a renovation, by up to 38 minutes per square metre.
Kitchen Tiles
Bathroom Tiles
Outdoor Tiles
Floors
Large-format technical stone has become the go-to material for paving floors among professionals in architecture, interior design and construction.
This is largely due to the excellent technical performance of this material, including its resistance, durability and ease of cleaning. Coverlam is a stand-out example of this type of material, as it allows the use of large (pieces up to 1200 × 3600 mm), ultrathin (3.5 mm and 5.6 mm thick) technical stone tiles for flooring, without having to give up anything in the way of resistance.
Bathrooms
Large-format technical stone for bathrooms. The bathroom is another room in the house where Coverlam is the ideal choice for construction and design. Just like kitchens, bathrooms need a material that has the technical capacity to meet hygiene and cleanliness requirements.
The extremely low porosity of large-format technical stone is crucial for achieving a surface that maximizes space hygiene, preventing the absorption of liquids and the appearance of stains.
A fundamental aspect to bear in mind when choosing floor and wall slabs for the bathroom is the possible growth of mould or bacteria in rooms subject to almost constant humidity.
These days, Large-format technical stones for bathrooms They provide great added value due to their particular dimensions, as these minimize the number of joints present and therefore prevent the growth of possible microorganisms in these small gaps.
The surface of Coverlam can also be treated with the innovative H&CTiles technology, which endows the material with bactericidal properties, enhancing this crucial feature in a space as sensitive and exposed to bacteria as the bathroom.
Kitchens
These days, technical stones for kitchens is the best option for tiling kitchen floors and walls. Thanks to its large size and minimal thickness, choosing Coverlam as a construction material for kitchen renovations means this work can be done quickly and easily, without any demolitions or debris, as it is simple to install on top of the existing material.
In addition, the unrivalled technical characteristics it offers – presented in a wide variety of designs and styles – ensure its position as the large-format technical kitchen stone on the market.
As for countertops, unlike other common kitchen materials such as granite, marble, wood or synthetic worktops, choosing Coverlam Top technical stones for kitchens guarantees their durability and resistance, withstanding the usual intensive use that they are subjected to and remaining as good as the first day.
The wide scratch resistant, heat- and chip-resistance heat resistant or to the blows they make Coverlam Top stand out as a material for countertops and kitchen furniture, especially highlighting its antibacterial and easy-to-clean surface, highly demanded features that make it the safest and most hygienic option.
Exterior Tiles
As well as being a very important architectural and construction element, most comprehensive material on the market. And it best suits the typology of the cladding facade. It is the preferred choice among architects and builders.
Coverlam’s Design and Innovation Departments have managed to develop a material that incorporates the countless technical advantages mentioned above, while providing a range of collections that suit all types of styles, offering a catalogue that can meet the requirements of any facade cladding project.
