The warmth of wood without the upkeep of wood: that is the ground Kronos Ceramiche works on, bringing thirty years in the ceramic sector together with a firm commitment to quality and creativity in wood effect porcelain stoneware. That is exactly its speciality, wood effect porcelain stoneware for indoors and outdoors, so a living room and the terrace that continues from it can be resolved in the same language. Les Bois is the collection that sums it up best. At Gomila Cerámica we chose Kronos for that: for the warmth of wood inside and outside the house, without the upkeep that wood asks for, and for the thirty years of ceramic craft behind every tile.
Les BoisOne of the collections our customers choose most. It takes the beauty and authenticity of wood to another level: each tile picks up the texture and tonal variation of natural wood, with an exceptional durability that makes it suitable both indoors and outdoors, in homes and in commercial spaces.Download the Les Bois catalogue
Frequently asked questions
What is Kronos porcelain stoneware and how much water does it absorb?
Kronos defines it as a compact, hard-wearing ceramic product obtained by firing very finely ground special clays at a very high temperature. On water absorption, the manufacturer points out that the reference figure for porcelain stoneware is 0.5% or less, and states that all its tiles stay below 0.04%.
What finishes does Kronos offer and how do they differ?
Kronos describes five finishes. Natural keeps the original look of the surface, cerato adds a light patina with a satin appearance, lappato is treated to be smoother and glossier, and lux has the top layer ground down to a very smooth, glossy finish. Grip is the textured finish that the manufacturer presents as anti-slip.
What slip resistance does the manufacturer state?
Kronos works with the two usual classifications: R9 to R12 under DIN 51130, for footwear, and A, B and C under DIN 51097, for bare feet in wet areas. The manufacturer explains that both are based on the angle of incline you can walk on without slipping. To help you choose, tell us whether the area is dry, wet or submerged.
Is it frost resistant and fire resistant?
According to the Kronos technical sheet, the frost resistance test (ISO 10545-12) subjects the material to 100 freeze and thaw cycles with no damage from the expansion of water. For reaction to fire, the manufacturer classifies the product as A1 under EN 13501-1, that is, non-combustible. It also cites the thermal shock test (ISO 10545-9) between 15 and 145 degrees with no visible damage.
What is raised flooring and what is it for?
Kronos describes it as a system that lifts the walking surface, creating an air gap underneath, with tiles 2 cm thick and fixed or adjustable supports of high mechanical strength. The manufacturer highlights that water drains through the joints between tiles, that visible drains are avoided, and that services stay hidden but accessible for inspection. It adds that removing the mortar and adhesive layer reduces the load on floor slabs and terraces.
Can I lay outdoor flooring without building work?
Kronos allows for dry laying on soft ground, such as gardens, courtyards and sandy soils, and also directly on grass, bedding the tile into a first layer of soil for stability. The manufacturer notes as advantages that it is easy to lay and lift and that water still drains, so the subsoil is not altered. For areas used by vehicles, on the other hand, it recommends laying with adhesive on a concrete base, because of its resistance to dynamic and concentrated loads.
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