NS WHITE CLOUD
NS White Cloud is a stunning porcelain slab inspired by one of the world’s most sought-after quartzites. With a soft, light grey background delicately interwoven with fine white veins and deeper contrasting streaks, it mirrors the serene beauty and fluidity of drifting clouds. This refined pattern lends an air of sophistication and timeless elegance to any space.
Designed for versatility, White Cloud is an excellent choice for kitchen countertops, sink tops, backsplashes, and dining tables. Its large-format design and durable porcelain composition make it ideal for a wide range of applications, from high-end residential interiors to commercial and public spaces. The subtle grey hues allow it to blend seamlessly with various design styles, adding a touch of understated luxury wherever it is used.
In a contemporary kitchen, White Cloud silk creates a striking focal point when paired with Soapstone Dark hammered, forming bold geometric contrasts on the central island. This combination of textures and tones enhances the depth and visual appeal of the space. To further enrich the design, the warmth of Exence Vanilla wood-effect flooring provides a natural balance, bringing harmony between modern elegance and organic elements. The result is a refined, inviting atmosphere where beauty and functionality come together effortlessly.
SPECIFICATION
| ⊏ | Thickness: | 12mm |
| ▯ | Dimensions: | 128″x64″(162x324cm) |
| ⛞ | Area: | 56.5 sf |
| ⚟ | Finish: | Silk |
| ❏ | Face: | Bookmatched |
| ❏ | Face: | Not Rectified |
APPLICATIONS
| Bathroom | ✔ | |
| Countertop | ✔ | |
| Wall & Floor | ✔ | |
| Exterior | ✔ | |
| Fireplace | ✔ | |
| Vanity | ✔ |
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Technical specifications |
| Technical Features | Standard | Requirement for nominal size N | 162×324 cm – 63 ¾” x 127 ½” 159×324 cm – 62 ¾”x127 ½” Not Rectified |
160×320 cm – 63”x127” Rectified |
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| (%) | (mm) | Silk | Matte Hammered Leathered |
Polish Satin |
Silk | Matte Hammered |
Polish | ||
| Regulatory Characteristics | |||||||||
| Length and Width | ISO 10545-2 | ± 0.3 (*) | ± 1 (*) | N.A | Suitable for | ||||
| Thickness | ± 5 (**) | ± 0,5 (**) | Suitable for Conforme |
Suitable for | |||||
| Straightness of sides | ± 0,3 (***) | ± 0,8 (***) | N.A. | Suitable for | |||||
| Rectangularity (Measurement only on short edges when L/l ≥ 3) |
± 0,3 (****) | ± 1,5 (****) | N.A. | Suitable for | |||||
| Surface flatness | c.c. ± 0,4 e.c. ± 0,4 w. ± 0,4 |
c.c. ± 1,8 e.c. ± 1,8 w. ± 1,8 |
Suitable for | Suitable for | |||||
| Structural Characteristics | |||||||||
| Water Absorption | ISO 10545-3 | Ev ≤ 0,5% Individual max 0,6% | ≤ 0.1% | ≤ 0.1% | |||||
| ASTM C373-18 | Requirement ANSI A137.1 Water Absorption Max ≤ 0,5% |
≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.5% | ||||||
| Surface Mechanical Characteristics | |||||||||
| Breaking Strength | ISO 10545-4 | S ≥ 700 N for thickness < 7,5mm |
S ≥ 1300 N for thickness ≥ 7,5mm |
12 mm -> S ≥ 3500N 20 mm -> S ≥ 10000N |
S ≥ 1000N | ||||
| Modulus of rupture | R ≥ 35 N/mm2 | R ≥ 40 N/mm2 | R ≥ 40 N/mm2 | ||||||
| Impact resistance, as coefficient of restitution | ISO 10545-5 | Declared value | ≥ 0,55 | ≥ 0,55 | |||||
| Surface Mechanical Characteristics | |||||||||
| Resistance to deep abrasion of unglazed tiles(removed volume) | ISO 10545-6 | ≤ 175 mm3 | Suitable for | Suitable for | |||||
| Thermal and hygrometric characteristics | |||||||||
| Coefficient of thermal linear expansion | ISO 10545-8 | Declared value | ≤ 7 MK-1 | ≤ 7 MK-1 | |||||
| Thermal shock resistance | ISO 10545-9 | Pass according to EN ISO 10545-1 | Resistant | Resistant | |||||
| Moisture expansion (in mm/m) | ISO 10545-10 | Declared value | ≤ 0,01% (0,1mm/m) | ≤ 0,01% (0,1mm/m) | |||||
| Frost resistance | ISO 10545-12 | Pass according to EN ISO 10545-1 | Resistant | Resistant | |||||
| Physical properties | |||||||||
| Bond strength/adhesion for improved cementitious adhesives | EN 1348 | Declared value |
≥ 1,0 N/mm2 (Class C2 – EN 12004) |
≥ 1,0 N/mm2 (Class C2 – EN 12004) |
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| Reaction to fire | – | A1 or Afl | A1 without fiberglass A2 with fiberglass |
A1 – A1fl | |||||
| Chemical characteristics | |||||||||
| Resistance to household chemicals and swimming pool salts | ISO 10545-13 | Minimum Class B (B for unglazed tiles) | A | A | |||||
| Resistance to low concentrations of acids and alkalis | Declared Class | LA | LA | ||||||
| Resistance to high concentrations of acids and alkalis | Declared Class | HA | HA | – | HA | HA | – | ||
| Resistance to staining | ISO 10545-14 | Declared Class | 5 | 5 | |||||
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Release of dangerous substances: Cadmium (in mg/dm2) and Lead (in mg/dm2) |
ISO 10545-15 | Declared Class |
≤ 0,01 mg/dm2 Cd ≤ 0,1 mg/dm2 Pb |
≤ 0,01 mg/dm2 Cd ≤ 0,1 mg/dm2 Pb |
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| Safety characteristics | |||||||||
| Shod Ramp Test | DIN EN 16165 ANNEX B (EX DIN 51130) | Declared Class | – | – | – | – | R9 | N.C. | |
| Barefoot Ramp Test | DIN EN 16165 ANNEX A (EX DIN 51097) | Declared Class | – | – | – | – | A | – | |
| Coefficient of friction (COF) | B.C.R.A. Rep. CEC/81 |
D.M. 236/89 dated 14/06/89 >0,40 for leather sliding element on dry flooring >0,40 for hard rubber sliding element on wet flooring |
– | – | – | – |
> 0,40 dry > 0,40 wet |
> 0,40 dry < 0,40 wet |
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| Dynamic coefficient of friction (DCOF) | ANSI A 326,3 | – | – | – | – | – |
wet DCOF > 0,42 |
wet DCOF > 0,42 |
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| Resistance to scratching | UNI EN 15186:2012 met.B | – | CEN/TS 16209 Class A | CEN/TS 16209 Class A | |||||
| Tendency to retain dirt | UNI 9300:2015 | – | No visible change (5) | No visible change (5) | |||||
| Surface resistance to cold liquids | UNI EN 12720:2013 | – | CEN/TS 16209 Class A | CEN/TS 16209 Class A | |||||
| Surface resistance to wet heat | UNI EN 12721:2013 | – | CEN/TS 16209 Class A | CEN/TS 16209 Class A | |||||
| Surface resistance to dry heat | UNI EN 12722:2013 | – | CEN/TS 16209 Class A | CEN/TS 16209 Class A | |||||
| Assessment of resistance to impact | ISO 4211-4:1988 | – | Maximum drop height according to thickness | Maximum drop height according to thickness | |||||
