Chiaro Natural Finish
Sizes
Chiaro is a concrete-effect porcelain tile and forms part of our Edge Range. This tile is offered with a Natural finish and is available in 8 sizes. To order a Chiaro tile sample in Natural finish click the Order Sample button below.
Edge - Chiaro – Natural
1200 x 2400
600 x 1200
1200 x 1200
800 x 800
150 x 600
300 x 600
600 x 600
300 x 300
Chiaro Product Story
Edge is an exciting new concrete effect range featuring ten cool shades. Large formats, in 1200 x 2400 mm sizes, create minimal grout lines, a look synonymous with natural concrete. As a contemporary backdrop, Edge features a soft concrete finish and can be specified for use on floors, walls and countertops, adding to the illusion of a single uninterrupted surface. Supplied with Natural, Grip and Structured finishes, Edge is suitable for use throughout a development, including high-traffic areas, kitchens and wet rooms. A 20 mm Grip option also makes it ideal for alfresco living and rooftop bars. With nine practical sizes, Edge fits perfectly with today’s trend for exposed building materials and pared-down interiors. Chiaro is part of our Concrete-effect Collection.
Edge – Chiaro 
Edge – Chiaro 20 mm Grip (floor) and Carbone (wall) 
Edge – Chiaro and Polvere 
Edge – Chiaro and Polvere 
Edge – Carbone (floor), Tabacco (backwall) and 150 x 600 Chiaro / Argento / Lino (feature) 
Edge – 150 x 600 Chiaro / Argento / Lino 
Edge – Chiaro
Chiaro Decorative Options
Mosaic (25×48 chip size) Chiaro 
Mosaic (48×48 chip size) Chiaro
Size & finish
| Colour | Finish | Size (MM) |
|---|---|---|
| Argento | Biscotto | Carbone | Chiaro | Lino | Polvere | Tabacco | Zenzero | Natural | 1200 x 2400 x 9 |
| Camoscio | Carbone | Lino | Polvere | Tabacco | Grip | 1200 x 1200 x 20 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Chiaro | Lino | Polvere | Tabacco | Zenzero | Natural | 1200 x 1200 x 9 |
| Camoscio | Carbone | Lino | Polvere | Tabacco | Grip | 600 x 1200 x 20 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Chiaro | Lino | Polvere | Tabacco | Tortora | Zenzero | Natural | 600 x 1200 x 9 |
| Camoscio | Carbone | Lino | Polvere | Tabacco | Grip | 900 x 900 x 20 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Lino | Polvere | Tabacco | Grip | 800 x 800 x 20 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Chiaro | Lino | Polvere | Tabacco | Tortora | Zenzero | Natural | 800 x 800 x 9 |
| Camoscio | Carbone | Lino | Polvere | Tabacco | Grip | 600 x 600 x 20 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Chiaro | Lino | Polvere | Tabacco | Tortora | Zenzero | Natural | 600 x 600 x 9 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Chiaro | Lino | Polvere | Tabacco | Tortora | Zenzero | Structured | 600 x 600 x 9 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Chiaro | Lino | Polvere | Tabacco | Tortora | Zenzero | Natural | 300 x 600 x 9 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Chiaro | Lino | Polvere | Tabacco | Tortora | Zenzero | Structured | 300 x 600 x 9 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Chiaro | Lino | Polvere | Tabacco | Tortora | Zenzero | Natural | 150 x 600 x 9 |
| Argento | Chiaro | Lino | Natural | 300 x 300 x 9 |
Related Tiles
In addition to Chiaro, we also offer a number of other white concrete-effect porcelain tiles.
Alternative Colours
The Edge Range is also available in the following colours and finishes:
Argento – Grip Argento – Natural Argento – Structured 
Biscotto – Natural Biscotto – Grip Biscotto – Structured 
Camoscio – Natural Camoscio – Grip Camoscio – Structured 
Carbone – Natural Carbone – Grip Carbone – Structured 
Chiaro – Natural Chiaro – Structured 
Lino – Natural Lino – Grip Lino – Structured 
Polvere – Natural Polvere – Grip Polvere – Structured 
Tabacco – Natural Tabacco – Grip Tabacco – Structured 
Tortora – Natural Tortora – Structured 
Zenzero – Natural Zenzero – Structured
Special Pieces & Mosaics
| Colour | Finish | Size (MM) | Special Piece |
|---|---|---|---|
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Chiaro | Lino | Polvere | Tabacco | Tortora | Zenzero | Natural | 72 x 600 x 9 | Skirting Tile |
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Chiaro | Lino | Polvere | Tabacco | Tortora | Zenzero | Natural | 300 x 300 x 9 | Mosaic (Chip Size 25x48mm) |
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Chiaro | Lino | Polvere | Tabacco | Tortora | Zenzero | Natural | 300 x 300 x 9 | Mosaic (Chip Size 48x48mm) |
Mosaic (25×48 chip size) Chiaro Mosaic (48×48 chip size) Chiaro
Technical Specification
Shade Tone Variance
Chiaro – Natural has been classified:
Understanding Shade Tone Variance
Shade, texture and tone can vary from piece to piece within a single tile production run. V1 shade tone variation has little or no change from piece to piece where a V4 might have a substantial variety of shade, texture and tone variation.
| Variance Rating | Description |
|---|---|
| V1 | Uniform Appearance |
| V2 | Slight Variation |
| V3 | Moderate Variation |
| V4 | Substantial Variation |
Ramp Test Values (DIN 51130)
| Finish/Style | R Rating Value | Friction |
|---|---|---|
| Natural | R10 | Normal |
| Structured | R11 | Good |
Understanding Ramp Test Data
DIN Standard Ramp Testing (DIN 51130) is an alternative to Pendulum Testing and generally categorised as an 'off-site' activity because of the size and complexity of the equipment required to carry out the test. The Slip Resistance Values (RSV) are factory gate values (based on supplied tiles) and categorised using the Ramp Test (DIN 51130) method which is commonly used by European factories. In this method, a lubricated inclined platform is adjusted to a gradually increasing gradient, and the angle is measured at which a person walking on it slips.
We have deliberately not included the ramp test angles on this page as this information can be confused with the angle that a floor may be safely set to, which is incorrect. The shod test results are quoted as an R Rating value from R9 to R13, which relates to the ramp angle.
| R Rating Value | Friction |
|---|---|
| R9 | Minimal |
| R10 | Normal |
| R11 | Good |
| R12 | Good |
| R13 | Very high |
See the Health and Safety Executives website for more information regarding the Ramp Test procedure. Ramp Test Certificate available on request.
Technical Data
| Physical Properties | Standard of Test | Required Value | Manufacturers Mean Values |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sides | EN ISO 10545-2 | ± 0.3% MAX | Complies |
| Thickness | EN ISO 10545-2 | ± 5.0% MAX | Complies |
| Straightness of sides | EN ISO 10545-2 | ± 0.3% MAX | Complies |
| Rectangularity | EN ISO 10545-2 | ± 0.3% MAX | Complies |
| Surface flatness | EN ISO 10545-2 | ± 0.4% MAX | Complies |
| Water absorption | EN ISO 10545-3 | ≤ 0.5% | 0.04% |
| Flexion resistance | EN ISO 10545-4 | S ≥ 700 N (< 7.5 mm) | S ≥ 2.500 N |
| S ≥ 1.300 N (> 7.5 mm) | |||
| R ≥ 48 N/mm² | |||
| R ≥ 35 N/mm² | (60x60 size) | ||
| Impact resistance | EN ISO 10545-5 | Declared value | 0.89 |
| Abrasion resistance | EN ISO 10545-6 | ≤ 175 mm³ | 119 mm³ |
| Coefficient of linear thermal expension | EN ISO 10545-8 | - | Available on Request |
| Resistance to thermal shocks | EN ISO 10545-9 | Pass according EN ISO 10545-1 | No damage |
| Frost resistance | EN ISO 10545-12 | Pass according EN ISO 10545-1 | No damage |
| Resistance to chemicals | EN ISO 10545-13 | UB Min. | UA ULA UHA |
| Resistance to stains | EN ISO 10545-14 | Declared value | 5 |
| Lead and cadmium discharge | EN ISO 10545-15 | Declared value | < Than instrument limit |
| Slip Resistance | DIN 51130 | - | R10 Natural (300x600, 600x600, 600x1200, 800x800) |
| R9 Natural (1200x1200, 1200x2400, 150x600) | |||
| R11 Grip | |||
| R11 Structured |
Edge is ECOLABEL and LEED® certified.
Download PDF Catalogue
You can download the Edge PDF catalogue here. Further catalogues are available on our catalogue page. You can call us on 020 8731 6787 or email enquiry@porcelaintiles.co.uk for more information about our Italian porcelain tiles.
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Tile samples are provided in 10 x 20 cm format.
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Porcelain tiles are sustainable and environmentally certified and contain no harmful chemicals. They are made with 100% natural minerals and are frost resistant making them ideal for interior and exterior applications. Combining beauty with strength and possessing an ability to influence both lifestyle and emotion, porcelain tiles have become the new luxury surface covering. Expressing a style that demonstrates new forms of elegance and a versatility that caters for modern and traditional tastes, porcelain has the power to shape design trends.
Our Italian collection is carefully selected and regularly updated and uses the most advanced manufacturing techniques. This ensures we maintain the highest level of quality and performance without harming the environment.
Edge is ECOLABEL and LEED® certified.
LEED® certification
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The LEED® program encourages the adoption of sustainable green building and development practices and promotes a whole-building approach to sustainability by recognizing performance in five key areas of human and environmental health: sustainable site development, water savings, energy efficiency, materials selection and indoor environmental quality.
All porcelain tiles within our collection comply with LEED® certification and are suitable for the LEED® approval process.
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