DEXTER DOVE 100*100 GLOOSY FOR FLOOR

**Standard:** According to 150-13006/EN14411 Group BIA.

**Mean Value of PGVT:** This refers to the mean value of Porcelain Glazed Vitrified Tiles.

**Mean Value of GV:** This refers to the mean value of Glazed Vitrified Tiles.

**Test Method:** The method used to perform the mentioned tests.

**Regulatory Properties:**

**Deviation in Length & Width:** Deviation allowed in the dimensions of the tile. The specified values are 10.5%, 10.1%, and 20.1%.

**Deviation in Thickness:** Allowed deviation in tile thickness. The specified values are not to exceed £5.0%, £4.0%, and £4.0%.

**Straightness in Side:** Permissible variation in the straightness of tile sides. It should be within ±0.5%, 10.1%, and 20.1%.

**Rectangularity:** Allowed deviation in the tile’s rectangular shape. It should not exceed £0.6%, 10.1%, and 20.1%.

**Surface Flatness:** The permissible variation in the flatness of the tile’s surface. It should be within ±0.5%, 10.2%, and 10.2%.

**Color Difference:** The degree to which the tile’s color can vary. Unaltered or no change is expected.

**Glossiness:** Minimum glossiness values required, measured using a glossometer.

**Surface Mechanical Properties:**

**Water Absorption:** Maximum water absorption allowed for the tile. It should be below 0.50%, 0.20%, and 0.20%.

**Apparent Density:** The minimum apparent density of the tile material. It should be greater than 2.0 g/cc, 2.10 g/cc, and 2.10 g/cc.

**Massive Mechanical Properties:**

**Modulus of Rupture:** The minimum force required to break the tile. It should be at least 35 N/mm², 40 N/mm², and 40 N/mm².

**Breaking Strength:** The minimum force the tile should withstand before breaking. It should be at least 1300 N, 2000 N, and 2000 N.

**Impact Resistance:** The ability of the tile to resist impact without damage. The specified values are based on manufacturer data and a minimum of 0.55.

**Surface Abrasion Resistance:** The tile’s ability to resist surface abrasion. It is based on manufacturer data and should be at least Class-3 or Class-4.

**Moh’s Hardness:** The tile’s hardness measured on the Moh’s scale. It should be a minimum of 4 or 5.

**Thermo Hydrometric Properties:**

**Frost Resistance:** The tile’s ability to resist damage due to frost. No damage should occur.

**Thermal Shock Resistance:** The tile’s ability to withstand sudden changes in temperature without damage.

**Moisture Expansion:** The tile’s expansion due to moisture should be negligible.

**Thermal Expansion (Coefficient of Expansion – COE):** The maximum coefficient of thermal expansion allowed for the tile material.

**Crazing Resistance:** The tile’s resistance to developing cracks on its surface.

**Chemical Properties:**

**Chemical Resistance:** The tile should not be damaged by exposure to chemicals.

**Stain Resistance:** The tile’s ability to resist stains should be high.

**Safety Properties:**

**Slip Resistance:** The tile should meet a specified slip resistance value.

**Fire Resistance:** The tile should be fireproof according to manufacturer specifications.

**Lead & Cadmium Emission:** The tile should not release lead or cadmium according to standards.

**Packing Details:**

**Size:** The dimensions of the tile.

**Thickness (Approx.):** The approximate thickness of the tile.

**Pieces / Box:** The number of tiles in a box.

**Area / Box (Approx.):** The approximate area covered by the tiles in a box.

**Weight / Box (Approx.):** The approximate weight of a box containing tiles.

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