CAVANITE™
GLAZED CERAMIC
Description
Cavanite™ marries the best of two worlds – the performance benefits inherent with ceramic tile and our continued love for the unique attributes associated with a natural stone look. While the palette stays neutral, its layered textures and subtle nuances come to life across all colorways for both floors and walls. Celebrate the simplicity and beauty of Cavanite and create elegant spaces.
3 Colors | 3 Sizes
Technical Specifications
| Nominal Size (in.) | 17" x 17"; 13" x 13"; 12" x 24" |
| Edge Detail | Pressed |
| Finish | Matte |
| Faces | 17" x 17": 20 13" x 13" & 12" x 24": 30 |
| Thickness (mm)* | 17" x 17": 9mm 13" x 13": 7.7mm 12" x 24": 8.5mm |
| Lbs/PC |
17" x 17": 7.89 13" x 13": 3.68 12" x 24": 6.85 |
| Grout Joint Recommendation (in.) | 3/16" |
* Tile thickness could vary based on size. Larger format tiles will have a higher thickness.
Testing
| Method | Results |
| Abrasion Resistance C1027 | TIP |
| Breaking Strength C648 | >250 |
| Chemical Resistance C650 | RESISTANT |
| Water Absorption C373 | <7.0% |
| DCOF AcuTest WET | >0.42 |
| Freeze-Thaw Cycling C1026 | TIP |
| Scratch Hardness MOHS | 6.5 |
| Shade Variation | V3 |
| VOC | VOC Free |
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Sizes and Trim
Usage
| USAGE TYPES: | YES/NO |
| COMMERCIAL FLOOR WET* | YES |
| COMMERCIAL FLOOR DRY* | YES |
| RESIDENTIAL FLOOR | YES |
| RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL WALL | YES |
| SHOWER WALL | YES |
| RESIDENTIAL SHOWER FLOOR |
YES |
| COMMERCIAL SHOWER FLOOR |
TIP |
| STEAM SHOWER | NO |
| KITCHEN COUNTER |
YES |
| STOVE AREA |
YES |
| FIREPLACE FAÇADE | YES |
| EXTERIOR WALL | NO |
| EXTERIOR FLOOR (NOT POOL) | TIP |
| POOL WATERLINE | NO |
| POOL DECK | NO |
| UV STABLE | YES |
* Emser recommends a .50 or greater DCOF for Commercial Dining Floors.
The usage chart is provided as a general guide only. Actual job site conditions may change a product’s suitability for a specific application. If special conditions apply, please contact an Emser representative for clarification of use prior to purchasing.