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What is ceramic stone?

The porcelain stone effect tiles designed by Novoceram are intended for both indoor and outdoor use according to its anti-slip properties. Indeed, its technical characteristics make it suitable for any type of environment. From an aesthetic point of view, porcelain stoneware tiles reproduce natural stone down to the smallest detail, including its roughness, shades and veins thanks to the new technologies used in production. Thus, the charm of the stones of olden times, shaped by the passage of time, finds a modern and innovative interpretation in Novoceram ceramic stone tiles. The reproduction of different types of stone such as Travertine or bluestone is so realistic that there is no visual difference with ceramic stone.

Stone has always been very popular in our homes, both indoors and outdoors. However, not all types of stone are suitable for all applications, as each type of stone has different requirements in terms of slip resistance and resistance to humidity, heat and frost. On the other hand, tiles that look like stone offer all the technical qualities of porcelain stoneware and can therefore be safely installed in all indoor and outdoor areas.

Ceramic stone can decorate the walls and floors of the bathroom and kitchen to give them structure and elegance. Both rooms have special requirements for floor and wall coverings, and those must be able to meet them appropriately. Stone ceramic tiles are an ideal solution, as they are highly resistant to humidity and are not damaged by water or steam. They can even be used to decorate your swimming pool and its surroundings. Then, other interior rooms such as the living room in particular, can be covered with stone like tiles to personalize your space while giving it an authentic and unique charm.

In addition, porcelain stone effect tiles can be laid outside, around the house, on the terrace or even in a swimming pool. Some collections of stone tiles in ceramic are also available in the Outdoor Plus range and have a thickness of 2 cm. This range avoids the traditional method of gluing tiles to a screed and makes certain types of installation possible, such as laying on gravel, grass and on raised supports, in order to create space under the tiles for piping and irrigation systems. Ceramic stone can also be installed on our walls for an elegant and refined result that offers a play of light and goes with a more traditional or contemporary style.

Thus, stone look tiles, which symbolize the work of nature and the traces of time, are a valuable asset because they hold the authenticity and character of the natural material from which they were inspired. Ceramic stone can be used to personalise both indoor and outdoor spaces and even blurs the boundaries between them thanks to its installation possibilities.

Stone tiles in ceramic can be laid in your living room, bathroom or kitchen, but also around your house, in your garden or in your swimming pool. There are many possibilities that allow you to create a perfect continuity not only between your floors and your walls, but also between your indoor and outdoor environments.

Novoceram has used natural stones from quarries in France, Italy, Switzerland, Belgium and other countries near and far as a source of inspiration, in order to understand the complexity of the natural material and to be able to replicate them perfectly later on.

Natural stone effect tiles

Natural stone is a coveted material not only for its beauty and noble character, but also for its variety in terms of colour choices and beautiful finishes. Porcelain stone effect tiles give a timeless and unique character to your interior or exterior space. The work of time and nature expresses itself through the faithful reproduction of natural stone look tiles. Indeed, the ceramic stone tiles replicates even the imperfections and nuances of the natural material. Your floor or wall covering thus allows you to reconnect with the authenticity and charm of the past.

Travertine effect tiles

Used since the origins of the construction industry, and in particular by the Romans, travertine stone was an obvious choice for Novoceram when creating its collections. The travertine effect tiles faithfully reproduce the beige tones and roughness of the natural material. The result is so realistic that no visual difference is noticeable. In this way, travertine like tiles blend in with any environment and any type of decoration, as it holds the rusticity and elegance that is so characteristic of travertine.

Blue stone effect tiles

Blue stone, originally from Belgium, has been extensively used in the construction of the architectural heritage of Wallonia. Today, it is present in houses in different forms. The blue stone effect tiles preserve the features of this stone and thus evoke authenticity and tradition in order to enhance the character of any type of space. The timelessness of blue stone look tiles means that they can be used in any environment, regardless of the decoration, as it echoes both modernity and a classic style.

Vals stone effect tiles

Vals stone comes from the Swiss mountains in the canton of Graubünden and is used in many projects as a floor or wall covering and in furniture. The Vals stone look tile designed by Novoceram is hypnotic and elegant and succeeds in replicating the mineral world that characterises the refined nature of this characterful stone. Thanks to its technical qualities, Vals stone effect tiles are suitable for all types of applications and can therefore be used in your home and even in your swimming pool.

White stone look tiles

This hard limestone has inspired the creation of white stone effect tiles. Its delicate tones, such as beige and white in all their shades, make it possible to create environments full of lightness and warmth. Stone like tiles thus enhance all types of decoration from the most traditional to the most contemporary. By replicating the texture of natural stone, ceramic tiles bring a lot of luminosity to the intended use.

German stone like tiles

German stone is unique, especially because of its greenish and warmer reflections. Novoceram reproduces this effect on German stone effect tiles and modernises it. Indeed, the tile colours are very varied and the light and dark tones blend in perfectly with modern bucolic spaces.

The production techniques used by Novoceram to create porcelain stone effect tiles allow us to reproduce with great fidelity both the details of the material and its feel. Actually, the attention to detail leads to the perfect reproduction of the elements that make up the charm of natural stone. From this point of view, the lumps, imperfections and veins that define the beauty of stone and make it so unique are also present on stone tiles in ceramic for a more than realistic result.

These studies have led to a faithful and meticulous reproduction of the mineral and noble character of the stone. Ceramic stone therefore brings elegance, nobility and authenticity to the space in which it is intended to be laid. Stone effect tiles create a play of light and texture in any space. The numerous aesthetic nuances correspond to all decorations. In an industrial, minimalist, urban or classic setting, stone look tiles bear witness to the timelessness of time while enhancing the look of your space.

It is important to note that technological advances also allow you to have an absolute control over the final aesthetic result of tiles. Usually, natural stone has its surface shaped by the activity of time. However, while stone effect porcelain stoneware reproduces these imperfections, it also helps you to better design your interior or exterior space so that you can easily integrate the flooring.

The infinite colours and shades of natural stone bring a unique personality and a well-defined character. Dark-coloured stone tiles in ceramic, such as slate, brown or grey stone effect tiles give power and character to your floor or walls in an elegant way and are perfect for refined or industrial decorations. On the other hand, light colours including beige, ivory, or white stone look tiles emphasize the brightness of the room while making the decorative elements stand out.

Stone effect tiles are available in a wide range of formats and offer the possibility to create unique aesthetic results. Whether large, small, square or rectangular, ceramic stone adorns your floor and walls with a touch of charm and elegance. You can choose between:

• Large stone look tiles, including 90×90 cm and 80×80 cm. Often recommended for spacious areas, these sizes provide a certain lightness due to the reduced interruptions of the grout lines.
• Medium-sized ceramic stone, such as 60×60 cm or 45×45 cm. These measures are the most common and are very popular because they are suitable for all spaces, large or small, and enhance the floor and wall of your home or terrace.
• Small size tiles, including 20×20 cm, 30×30 cm and 5×5 cm. These measures, often put aside for their classic side, become in this case timeless through the charm and elegance of the stone ceramic tile that defies time. Moreover, this format also includes mosaic and can therefore bring a touch of finesse and a lot of cachet to your bathroom.

Finally, it is also possible to opt for a rectangular format that includes sizes such as 60×120 cm, 30×60 cm or 10×60 cm. These measures of tiles can also be integrated into a mixture of different sizes to create a modular composition that will be a true geometric creation.

Tiles that look like stone combine the unparalleled beauty of stone with the technical properties of ceramic porcelain stoneware, which should not be overlooked when making the final choice and will appeal to many!

First of all, it is important to specify that ceramic stone tiles witness the passing of time without undergoing any changes. Indeed, their aesthetic look does not deteriorate over time. Moreover, stone effect tiles offers the possibility of having total control over the aesthetic result of tiles because the appearance of ceramic tiles is identical and constant, whereas the surface of natural stones can present important aesthetic differences on the different slabs.

Secondly, when laid outdoors, ceramic stone is very resistant to frost and bad weather conditions and therefore does not change. UV rays from the sun do discolour stone like tiles either. This means that they can be safely installed outdoors.

Finally, stone effect tiles are extremely resistant to wear and scratches, unlike some natural stones, which can sometimes be sensitive to this factor. Visually, stone effect tiles perfectly reproduce their original model while offering excellent performance in terms of resistance.