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Taj Mahal Bookmatched Bookmatch Bliss Collection

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V3 Variation
12mm

Taj Mahal Bookmatched is a cream large format marble-effect porcelain slab from our Bookmatch Bliss Collection. See where each finish can be used. Order a free sample below.

Available sizes shown to scale next to a 1.78m person: 1620 x 3200mm. 1620 X 3200

Taj Mahal Bookmatched Sizes & Finishes

Shade variation: V3.

Taj Mahal sizes and finishes
Finish Size (mm) Thickness Slip rating Variation Rectified Weight / m²
Polished 1620 × 3200 12mm – V3 No 29.4 kg
1620 × 3200 12mm – V3 No 29.4 kg
Natural 1620 × 3200 12mm R9 V3 No 29.4 kg
1620 × 3200 12mm R9 V3 No 29.4 kg
Honed 1620 × 3200 12mm – V3 No 29.4 kg
1620 × 3200 12mm – V3 No 29.4 kg

Taj Mahal Bookmatched Bookmatch Layout Options

Bookmatched slabs are supplied as "Block A" and "Block B" matching surfaces whose patterns mirror each other. These layout options for Taj Mahal Bookmatched show which block, A or B, is used in each combination and which way it faces, north or south. Click on a layout for a closer look.

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Taj Mahal Bookmatched – Polished

Product
Bookmatch Bliss Collection, Taj Mahal Bookmatched, Polished finish
Material
Marble-effect porcelain slabs
Supplier
Porcelain Stones Ltd, www.porcelain-tiles.co.uk
Sizes
1620 × 3200 × 12 mm (29.4 kg/m², ref LE0545); 1620 × 3200 × 12 mm (29.4 kg/m², ref LE0548)
Edges
Not rectified
Shade variation
V3
Format
Bookmatched slabs, supplied as mirrored Block A and Block B pairs
Note
12 mm bookmatched slabs are not rectified; all four sides must be trimmed to match each pair. Include the fixed cost bookmatch trimming service.
Water absorption
0.03% - 0.06% (ISO 10545-3)
Frost resistance
Conforms (ISO 10545-12)
Abrasion resistance
140 Mm³ (ISO 10545-6)
Suggested grout
Mapei – 05 Gentle Dawn tile grout
Recommended uses
Interior walls: Feature walls, Full-height wall cladding, Kitchen splashbacks, Shower walls. Large-format surfaces: Seamless wall cladding, Bookmatched feature walls, Kitchen worktops & islands, Vanity tops & basins, Tables & furniture, Fireplace & bath surrounds
Certification
BREEAM, LEED, EU Ecolabel, GREENGUARD, NSF
Samples
Free samples available
Product page
https://www.porcelain-tiles.co.uk/tile/taj-mahal-bookmatched-polished/

Colour of grout recommended may be subjective.

Specifying Taj Mahal Bookmatched for a project? Our team can advise on finishes, formats and quantities.

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Taj Mahal Bookmatched Applications

Where each finish of Taj Mahal Bookmatched can be specified, based on its slip rating, thickness and format.

Taj Mahal Bookmatched applications by finish
Application Polished Natural Honed
Interior floors
Living areas & hallways Not recommended Not recommended Not recommended
Kitchens Not recommended Not recommended Not recommended
Bathrooms Not recommended Not recommended Not recommended
Showers & wet areas Not recommended Not recommended Not recommended
High-traffic & commercial Not recommended Not recommended Not recommended
Interior walls
Feature walls Suitable Suitable Suitable
Full-height wall cladding Suitable Suitable Suitable
Kitchen splashbacks Suitable Suitable Suitable
Shower walls Suitable Suitable Suitable
Large-format surfaces
Seamless wall cladding Suitable Suitable Suitable
Bookmatched feature walls Suitable Suitable Suitable
Kitchen worktops & islands Suitable Suitable Suitable
Vanity tops & basins Suitable Suitable Suitable
Tables & furniture Suitable Suitable Suitable
Fireplace & bath surrounds Suitable Suitable Suitable

Guidance based on DIN 51130 slip ratings, thickness and format. Always confirm project-specific requirements, particularly for commercial and public spaces.

Taj Mahal Bookmatched Product Story

Taj Mahal Bookmatched comes in Polished, Natural (R9) and Honed for interior walls. Slabs up to 1620 × 3200mm extend it to seamless wall cladding, bookmatched feature walls, worktops and islands, vanity tops and basins, tables and furniture, and fireplace and bath surrounds. Bookmatched pairs mirror the veining across the joint. Available in a 12mm thickness, and the collection can contribute to BREEAM and LEED assessments.

Taj Mahal Bookmatched Create Bespoke Products

Porcelain slabs were never meant to stop at floors and walls. Large-format porcelain, made into tables, vanities and countertops in our UK workshops.

  • We can supply your dining table in Taj Mahal Bookmatched.

    Bespoke dining tables with hard-wearing porcelain tops: heat, stain and scratch resistant, and low maintenance. Choose from four collections — Monarch, Luna, Vanguard and Phantom — or design your own.

    Shown in another colour.

  • We can supply your vanity and basin in Taj Mahal Bookmatched.

    Made to measure in-house: curved fronts, integrated basins and storage, with a consistent finish from a single bathroom to a whole hotel.

    Shown in another colour.

  • We can supply your countertop in Taj Mahal Bookmatched.

    We template, make and install, with no third parties involved: 12mm and 20mm porcelain for worktops, waterfall islands and splashbacks.

    Shown in another colour.

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Specifying Taj Mahal Bookmatched

What is the largest format of Taj Mahal Bookmatched?

The largest format is 1620 × 3200mm (5.18 m² per piece), available in Polished, Natural and Honed. As a full slab it allows seamless wall and floor surfaces with minimal joints, and can be fabricated into worktops, vanity tops and basins, and furniture.

Which finish of Taj Mahal Bookmatched should I specify for each area?

Based on each finish's slip rating, thickness and format:

  • Polished (12mm) — interior walls; large-format surfaces: seamless walls, bookmatched feature walls, worktops and islands, vanity tops and basins, tables and furniture, fireplace and bath surrounds.
  • Natural (R9, 12mm) — interior walls; large-format surfaces: seamless walls, bookmatched feature walls, worktops and islands, vanity tops and basins, tables and furniture, fireplace and bath surrounds.
  • Honed (12mm) — interior walls; large-format surfaces: seamless walls, bookmatched feature walls, worktops and islands, vanity tops and basins, tables and furniture, fireplace and bath surrounds.

What thicknesses are available, and what are they for?

  • 12mm (Polished, Natural and Honed) — solid worktops, vanity tops and basins, and furniture tops.

Is Taj Mahal Bookmatched rectified?

No. The edges are not rectified. Important Notice: 12 mm thickness bookmatched slabs are not rectified. This means that it will always be necessary to trim all four sides of both slabs to ensure that the graphic matches exactly with its mirrored pair. Trimming 12 mm slabs onsite is extremely difficult, we therefore strongly recommend that you include our fixed cost bookmatch trimming service when specifying 12 mm bookmatched slabs.

What does Taj Mahal Bookmatched weigh?

Check substrate and fixing requirements for wall cladding, upper floors and furniture. By thickness:

  • 12mm — 29.4 kg/m²

How are the bookmatched slabs supplied?

In matching pairs (Block A and Block B) whose veining mirrors across the joint, for continuous feature walls and surfaces. The layout options above show how the blocks combine.

What sustainability credentials does Taj Mahal Bookmatched have?

Taj Mahal Bookmatched can contribute to BREEAM and LEED building assessments and meets EU Ecolabel, GREENGUARD and NSF requirements. Supporting documentation is available on request for project submissions.

Can I order samples?

Yes. Samples are available in Polished, Natural and Honed. Use the Order free sample button to choose the finishes you need.

Quantity & Weight Estimator

Work out how many slabs you need for each area, and the total weight for delivery, handling and structural checks.

Similar Colours

Other cream marble effect porcelain tiles from different collections, ranked by how closely they match Taj Mahal Bookmatched on finish, slip rating, thickness and format.

Taj Mahal Bookmatched has been categorised as a cream marble effect porcelain tile.

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Bookmatch Bliss Collection

The Bookmatch Bliss Collection is available in the following colours:

  • Bookmatch Bliss Marquina Extra Bookmatched
    Marquina Extra Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Jet Bookmatched
    Jet Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Eclipse Bookmatched
    Eclipse Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Laurent Golden Bookmatched
    Laurent Golden Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Panda Bookmatched
    Panda Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Dolce Bookmatched
    Dolce Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Golden Ambra Bookmatched
    Golden Ambra Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Patagonia Vitrum Bookmatched
    Patagonia Vitrum Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Ivory Gioiello Bookmatched
    Ivory Gioiello Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Portland Bookmatched
    Portland Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Aurora Bookmatched
    Aurora Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Camouflage Bookmatched
    Camouflage Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Lumix Bookmatched
    Lumix Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Alba Bookmatched
    Alba Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Quarzo Bookmatched
    Quarzo Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Taj Mahal Bookmatched
    Taj Mahal Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Silver Root Bookmatched
    Silver Root Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Moon Grey Bookmatched
    Moon Grey Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Laguna Blanca Bookmatched
    Laguna Blanca Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Statuario Extra Bookmatched
    Statuario Extra Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Marble Statuario Bookmatched
    Marble Statuario Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Puro Bookmatched
    Puro Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Bianco Venato Bookmatched
    Bianco Venato Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Calacatta Golden Bookmatched
    Calacatta Golden Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Michelangelo Statuario Bookmatched
    Michelangelo Statuario Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Nuovo Statuario Bookmatched
    Nuovo Statuario Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Caldia Bookmatched
    Caldia Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Taj Mahal Pearl Bookmatched
    Taj Mahal Pearl Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Paradise White Bookmatched
    Paradise White Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Macchia Vecchia Bookmatched
    Macchia Vecchia Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Calacatta Viola Bookmatched
    Calacatta Viola Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Corchia Arabescato Bookmatched
    Corchia Arabescato Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Calacatta Canova Bookmatched
    Calacatta Canova Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Calacatta Luxury Bookmatched
    Calacatta Luxury Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Ebony Bookmatched
    Ebony Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Blue Ande Bookmatched
    Blue Ande Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Bordiglio Manhattan Bookmatched
    Bordiglio Manhattan Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Pietra Di Vals Bookmatched
    Pietra Di Vals Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Klimt Bookmatched
    Klimt Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Michelangelo Bianco Bookmatched
    Michelangelo Bianco Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Granite Stone Bookmatched
    Granite Stone Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Macchia Suprema Bookmatched
    Macchia Suprema Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Labradorite Bookmatched
    Labradorite Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Cyan Bookmatched
    Cyan Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Irish Green Bookmatched
    Irish Green Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Arabescato White Bookmatched
    Arabescato White Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Calacatta Dorato Bookmatched
    Calacatta Dorato Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Bright Bookmatched
    Bright Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Raffaello Bookmatched
    Raffaello Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Pulpis Bookmatched
    Pulpis Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Macchia Fine Bookmatched
    Macchia Fine Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Four Seasons Bookmatched
    Four Seasons Bookmatched
  • Bookmatch Bliss Mont Blanc Ultra Bookmatched
    Mont Blanc Ultra Bookmatched

Technical Specification

Technical Data

CharacteristicTest standardRequirementResult
Length and Width ISO 10545-2 ± 0.6% Max ± 0.1%
Thickness ISO 10545-2 ± 5% Max ± 5%
Linearity ISO 10545-2 ± 0.5% Max ± 0.1%
Wedging ISO 10545-2 ± 0.5% Max ± 0.1%
Warpage ISO 10545-2 ± 0.5% Max ± 0.2%
Water Absorption ISO 10545-3 ≤ 0.5 % 0.03% - 0.06%
Deep Abrasion Resistance ISO 10545-6 ≤ 175 Mm³ 140 Mm³
Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion ISO 10545-8 ≤ 9x10-6 °C-1 6.5x10-6 °C-1
Resistance to Thermal Shocks ISO 10545-9 Testing Method Available Resistant
Frost Resistance ISO 10545-12 Must not produce noticeable alteration to surface Conforms
Chemical Resistance ISO 10545-13 Testing Method Available On Request
Stain Resistance ISO 10545-14 Testing Method Available Resistant To Stain
Colour Resistance to Light DIN 51094 Must not produce noticeable colour variation Conforms

Shade Variation

Bookmatch Bliss Taj Mahal Bookmatched is rated V3 (moderate variation).

Shade variation ratings V1 to V4 compared

Shade variation describes how much colour, tone and pattern differ from tile to tile in the same batch, from V1 (uniform appearance) to V4 (substantial variation). Lay out tiles from several boxes before fixing to see the full range.

Slip Resistance

Bookmatch Bliss Taj Mahal Bookmatched has been slip tested using the DIN 51130 ramp test. Results by finish:

FinishR ratingSlip resistance
Natural R9 Minimal

R ratings run from R9 (minimal slip resistance) to R13 (very high). They classify how a surface performs in the ramp test and are not the angle a floor can safely be laid at. Ramp test (DIN 51130) and pendulum test (BS 7976-2) certificates are available on request.

Download PDF Catalogue

You can download the Bookmatch Bliss PDF catalogue here, along with our Now Imagine catalogues for bespoke dining tables, vanities and kitchen countertops. You can call us on 020 3141 3337 or email enquiry@porcelaintiles.co.uk for more information about our Italian porcelain tiles.

Technical sheets include the product details, technical specification and environmental certification for each finish of Taj Mahal Bookmatched.

Samples

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Environmentally Certified

All our porcelain surfaces are manufactured using sustainable processes that minimise the impact on the environment, conserving both energy & natural resources.

All products are produced without the use of any harmful or radioactive materials, are free from pollutant emissions and will not affect air quality. All packing material is produced with recycled material. Wherever possible, heat generated as a by-product of the manufacturing process is used for electricity generation, making factories energy self-sufficient. All waste material that is associated with the supply of the tile surface is fully recyclable.

All products are manufactured using materials from renewable sources. They have a reduced environmental impact throughout their lifespan and no toxic, harmful or polluting substances are used for their composition and production. The materials do not release toxic, harmful or polluting substances.

Bookmatch Bliss meets the highest standards of quality and environmental regulations and conforms to the following certifications:

BREEAM®

Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM®) was created by the BRE as a cost-effective means of bringing sustainable value to development. It helps investors, developers, design and construction teams and occupiers to use natural resources more efficiently. The environmental characteristics have been evaluated and found according to the requirements of content of recycled material for environmental assessment according to BREEAM® criteria.

LEED®

LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is the world's most widely used green building rating system by the U.S. Green Building Council. LEED® certification provides independent, third party verification that a building project meets the highest green building and performance measure. All certified projects receive a LEED® plaque, which is a nationally recognised symbol demonstrating that a building is environmentally responsible, profitable and a healthy place to live and work.

The LEED® program encourages the adoption of sustainable green building and development practices and promotes a whole-building approach to sustainability by recognising 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.

EU Ecolabel

The EU Ecolabel helps you identify products and services that have a reduced environmental impact throughout their life cycle, from the extraction of raw material through to production, use and disposal. Recognised throughout Europe, EU Ecolabel is a voluntary label promoting environmental excellence which can be trusted.

The EU Ecolabel is awarded according to ecological criteria agreed on by experts, industry, consumer organisations and environmental NGOs and verified by independent third parties.

NSF®

NSF® has facilitated the development of more than 75 standards and protocols for sanitary food equipment, and has certified thousands of products as safe to use in restaurant and commercial kitchen settings. NSF® food equipment standards include requirements for material safety, design, construction and product performance. The products conform to the requirements of NSF/ANSI Standard 51 – Food Equipment Materials. NSF/ANSI 51 establishes minimum public health and sanitation requirements for materials and finishes used in the manufacture of commercial foodservice equipment.

GREENGUARD

GREENGUARD Certification ensures that a product meets stringent standards for minimal emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into indoor air. This program provides assurance that products designed for indoor use adhere to strict chemical emissions limits, fostering the creation of healthier interiors. Manufacturers with GREENGUARD Certification gain credibility for their sustainability claims, supported by empirical technical data from an unbiased third-party organisation. The GREENGUARD Certification Program instils confidence by ensuring that indoor products meet strict chemical emissions limits, contributing to the creation of healthier interior spaces. This empowers manufacturers to produce and customers to identify products with low chemical emissions, thereby supporting air quality and environmental well-being.

For more information please read our article on Environmental Impact.

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