Timeless Brochure (PDF)

SLIP RESISTANT CERAMICS – Versatile Performance
Slips, trips & falls are the leading cause of injury in Australia. Correct flooring
specification has an integral role in minimising this impact.
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Appearance Variation
Timeless
Textured Cement Look
EU Eco-label Certified
Registration # IT/21/01
V2 Slight
Inspired by classical textured building elements
such as aged bricks, shingles, and bagged render
finishes.
Timeless can go together with an edgy
contemporary décor through to a serene
traditional living space.
 MicroGRIP® Finish – latest technology fine textured
surface
 Achieves R12 slip rating
 Also achieves a “C” slip rating (maximum category
for wet barefoot areas)
 High BPN after accelerated wear testing
 NanoGRIP® Finish – latest technology ultra
fine textured surface
 Achieves R10 slip rating
 Good BPN after accelerated wear testing
Available formats:
600x600mm, 600x300mm & 300x300mm
Trend
Beige
Light Grey
Grey
Brown
Adobe
Decal
300x300mm
V2 – Slight appearance variation in shade/tone/features from piece to piece.
Colour reproduction from printing is indicative only – please contact Metz for product samples.
See over for more information including detailed information on slip resistance for each finish type
established 1953
Rev: 12/14
www.metztiles.com.au
SLIP RESISTANT CERAMICS – Versatile Performance
Slips, trips & falls are the leading cause of injury in Australia. Correct flooring
specification has an integral role in minimising this impact.
®
Which slip resistance test result do I use?
The main official guidance to selecting the required amount of slip resistance comes from the Standards Australia/CSIRO
Handbook HB197:1999 and Standards Australia HB198:2014. These handbooks require an amount of interpretation, as
frequently the exact application being designed for, will not be listed in the handbook tables. Many design applications
have multiple test type recommendations listed. A product selection that fails even only one of these tests may be enough
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to trigger a litigation for incorrect specification/design. Since 1 May 2014 the NCC/BCA recommends specific slip
resistance ratings for ramped floors, stairs and landings. These requirements may vary from state to state.
Ramp Testing
Oil Ramp Testing (R9, R10…R13) or Wet Barefoot Testing (A, B, or C)
The ramp test is popular among European tile manufacturers, however many designers question the relevance of a test
conducted with industrial boots on oiled tiles, for most general applications. This test is expensive and can only be done in
laboratory conditions. The categories of results are very broad leading to noticeably different slip resistant tiles with the
same category rating. These tests are most useful for specialised applications such as commercial kitchens or swimming
pool concourses.
Pendulum Testing
(BPN number or Class P0, P1, P2, P3, P4, P5 - formerly Z, Y, X, W and V)
The pendulum test is a British origin test designed to reflect human stepping motion. Because the equipment is portable the
test can be done in-situ, it will be the test most likely used to check conditions on site for a slip litigation. Being a wet test it
is commonly used for a variety of general applications where water is a design risk, such as entry foyers, external paths,
walkway, balconies, terraces, amenities and toilets etc.
Accelerated Wear Testing (AWT)
The 2013 Version of AS 4586 now recommends “wear conditioning” of products prior to slip testing. The standard leaves
the nature, type and degree of wear testing up to the designer, after consideration of the utilisation of the floor and need for
lasting slip resistance. It is well known that the slip resistance of all items declines very quickly after initial use and
installation. AWT is a variation on the standard pendulum test where the tiles are subjected to accelerated wear (scrubbing)
in the laboratory prior to normal pendulum testing. This provides some indication of how slip resistance will decline with
use. There is determination required over how much accelerated wear (scrubbing) is worth conducting, as well as how
much usage equates to how much accelerated wear. Most agree that 500 cycles is a worthwhile indicator, while some
prefer 5000 cycles for an even longer indication in heavy usage conditions.
What do Metz recommend?
Metz recommend the selection of a tile that meets all reasonable interpretations of the handbook minimums and where
possible to choose one category higher. For commercial applications in high risk areas the Australian Standards
recommendation for the consideration of wear is critical to the tile selection process. The use of these two criteria, 1
category higher PLUS good AWT results is the best protection against potential claims of incorrect specification or design.
For example if the handbook recommends a category R11 minimum the selection of an R12 is prudent. Similarly a category
P4 (formerly W) pendulum is worthwhile where a P3 (formerly X) is the recommended minimum.
Where does this Product Rate?
Finish Type
Plain Finish
NanoGRIP®
MicroGRIP®
Oil Ramp
R9
R10
R12
Barefoot Ramp
Not Tested
C
Pendulum
Not Tested
P4
P5
AWT (500 cycles)
Not Tested
30-35+ Good
45+ High
Note: Items with a “-“ are not expected to achieve any substantial level of slip resistance under that test method. Items
marked as “Not Tested” have not been measured by that particular test method.
The information provided in this sheet is offered as an assistance to specifiers to reinforce the importance of their becoming familiar with the slip resistance standards
(AS4586:2013 and 4663:2013), and the Handbook HB:197 “An Introductory Guide to Slip Resistance of Pedestrian Surface Materials” and HB:198:2013 “Guide to the
specification and testing of slip resistance of pedestrian surfaces. Where “tiles” are generally referred to in the above information, the same requirements apply to other floor
finishes.
The ultimate decision to use a Standards Australia Handbook as an assistance guide or definitive minimum requirement rests with each specifier and their clients. Given the
trend of litigation for injury claims, the inclusion of slip resistance as major selection criteria is surely essential.
Further information can be provided by:
Standards Australia – www.standards.org.au
CSIRO Manufacturing & Infrastructure Technology – www.cmit.csiro.au
Safe Environments www.SafeEnvironments.com.au
Please contact Metz Specialty Materials Pty Ltd for more details:
Sydney ● Melbourne ● Brisbane ● Perth
email: [email protected]
Tel: 1300 730 062
Fax: 02 9671 4292
www.metztiles.com.au

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