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All Ruabon quarry tiles comply with the requirements of ISO 1045-12 & BS 6431: Part 22 (EN202) Frost resistance and ISO 1045-3 & BS6431 Part 11 (EN99) Water Absorption and are eminently suitable for outdoor use even in areas of extreme exposure (see Technical Data Sheets #3 & #4 for detailed information).
Ruabon quarry tiles demonstrate excellent resistance to a range of acids, alkalis, household cleaners and swimming pool chemicals as prescribed in ISO 1045 13,14 & BS 6431: Part 18 (En 106). They are used extensively in aggressive industrial environments such as abbatoirs, dairies, chemical plants etc. In general, concentrated acids such as Sulphuric, Hydrochloric, Acetic and Lactic, and alkalis such as sodium and Potassium hydroxides would not affect the tiles. The International Standard for unglazed tiles requires products to be subjected to a range of staining agents with the tiles classified by the severity of the cleaning regime required to remove the stain. Ruabon tiles fall within the highest classification of Class 5 - flowing hot water & hand wiped. Technical Data Sheets #3, #4, #5 & #11 provide full Information.
Absolutely not. Dennis Ruabon Quarry Tiles are non-porous and highly resistant to staining. Most sealers contain waxes or surfactants which reduce the natural anti-slip properties and serve to attract and retain dirt and contaminants making the surface harder to clean. If a satin sheen is required for aesthetic purposes and to aid daily cleaning a coat of HG Golvpolish may be applied. Under no circumstances should Linseed Oil be used on Ruabon Quarry Tiles. Cleaning and maintenance information is provided in Technical Data Sheet #10.
Due to their lack of porosity and ease of cleaning and maintenance they are used extensively for such applications. When fixed using an epoxy grout they provide a surface that complies fully with all legislation relating to environmental health. Technical Data Sheet #9 contains all relevant detail.
For straight cuts a heavy duty standard tile cutter will suffice, but if there are many and more intricate cuts to carry out a bench mounted, water cooled diamond blade saw should be used fitted with a suitable diamond blade such as Grade A0.
Quarry tiles can be fixed to almost any background providing the correct fixing method and products are used. Today's adhesives and grouts are extremely advanced and leading manufacturers such as Ardex UK provide comprehensive fixing specifications for almost every application. Technical Data Sheet #5 details most applications. Dennis Ruabon's technical department can provide specific advice on fixing to a vast range of surfaces and a full fixing specification can be provided within one working day using the Specification Request Service.
Dennis Ruabon quarry tiles are perfectly suited for use with all types of underfloor heating including piped and electrical systems. Our technical services department can provide detailed fixing specifications for all such applications. Technical Data Sheet #5 refers.
Dennis Ruabon quarry tiles are used extensively throughout the industrial sector in garage Workshops, warehouses, factories, dairies etc. etc. Exceptional compressive strength and wear resistance make them the ideal product for such locations. For areas with risk of extreme high impact we provide a heavy duty range which is a full 25mm thick. Technical Data Sheet #9 details common areas of use
Dennis Ruabon quarry tiles possess excellent anti-slip properties ranging from R11 with plain tiles through to R13 with Quarrundum tiles, which are the specifiers choice for areas likely to be frequently wet. Studded tiles are also available for wet barefoot areas and ribbed steptreads provide the solution for steps and stairways. Technical Data Sheet #6 provides detailed information.
The Ruabon quarry tile range covers all such applications providing slip resistant finishes including studded tiles for wet barefoot areas, Quarrundum anti-slip for wet shod areas and plain finish which also provides an excellent coefficient of friction. Technical Data Sheet #6 provides extensive details of slip resistance. Technical Data Sheet #9 contains specific detail on shower areas.
The Ruabon tactile tile range includes blister surfaces for pedestrian crossings and platform edge warning. Tactile ribbed tiles ensure compliance for change of level warning particular in public areas with steps or staircases. The range is further supplemented with ribbed steptreads, Quarrundum anti-slip and studded for wet barefoot areas.
The Dennis Ruabon extensive range includes fittings and decorative products to cover every application. Please refer to the Product Range Guide for availability.
Ruabon offers a full service to architects and specifiers whereby almost any design can be precision waterjet cut using our palette of colours. The final product is supplied boxed and indexed with a detail layout plan for ease of installation. Many commercial and private commissions have been undertaken throughout the UK and worldwide. Our technical services department can provide full information.
Quarry tile floors are easy to maintain provided the correct post fixing clean is carried out and suitable products used for regular routine cleaning. Dennis Ruabon recommend the use of HG products and cleaning and maintenance regimes are fully detailed in Technical Data Sheet #10. Specific schedules can be provided by our technical services department.
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