Cersaie 2021 - The evolution of Casalgrande Padana’s porcelain stoneware tiles for public and commercial spaces

TerrazzoTech, the new collection for public and commercial spaces in which the material is the absolute star

Casalgrande Padana’s research and experimentation, cutting-edge production process, and technical expertise acquired in its 60 years in the business have led to the creation of TerrazzoTech, the new collection for public and commercial spaces with outstanding functionality and mechanical properties.

TerrazzoTech tiles are 9,4 or 14 mm thick and are available in three sizes (30x60, 60x60, and 60x120 cm), five colours, and a natural polished or anti-slip Grip finish. The overall pattern is a modern and dynamic jigsaw puzzle created by chips in various shapes and sizes added to the porcelain stoneware mixture. This random repetition of irregular patterns makes each TerrazzoTech tile unique.

TerrazzoTech tiles are waterproof, incredibly wear-resistant, and easy to maintain, making them the ideal choice for the floors and walls of public and commercial spaces particularly subject to stress and wear. They are also perfect for industrial spaces, such as chemical labs requiring chemical and corrosion resistance and the food or pharmaceutical sectors that need to comply with stringent hygiene standards. What’s more, TerrazzoTech porcelain stoneware tiles don’t fear moisture, frost, fire, or abnormal temperature fluctuations, making them ideal for airports, wineries, dairies, shopping centres, workshops, hospitals, schools, showrooms, stations, supermarkets, offices, and more. In addition, the anti-slip Grip finish helps reduce the risk of slipping, making the floors safer.

In addition, the Bios Antibacterial® treatment (available upon request) helps remove 99% of the four main bacterial strains (Staphylococcus aureus, Enterococcus faecalis, Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa) from the tiles’ surface. These features protect the tiles from stains, bacteria, mould, fungi, yeast, solvents, oils, and chemicals in general.

TerrazzoTech is a collection of full-body tiles, which means that the colour runs throughout the tile, ensuring a consistent surface and body structure. So, for example, if you removed the superficial layer, you’d discover an identical surface underneath without affecting the tiles’ aesthetics and functionality.

Like all Casalgrande Padana collections, TerrazzoTech is functional, versatile, and made solely with natural materials, no plastic, silicones or toxic substances. Equally important, these tiles are environmentally sustainable, fully recyclable, hypoallergenic, and heat-resistant, making them suitable for any architectural project and any condition. This way, they give architects the flexibility to redefine the spaces of the future.