Argento Grip Finish
Sizes
Argento is a concrete-effect porcelain slab and forms part of our Edge Range. This slab is offered with a Grip finish and is available in 4 sizes. To order a Argento colour sample in Grip finish click the Order Sample button below or add to your favourites using the icon.
Edge - Argento – Grip
600 x 1200
1200 x 1200
800 x 800
600 x 600
Argento Product Story
Edge is an exciting concrete effect range featuring a collection of colours and hues. Large formats create minimal grout lines, a look synonymous with natural concrete. As a contemporary backdrop, Edge features a soft concrete finish and can be specified for use on floors, walls and countertops, adding to the illusion of a single uninterrupted surface. Supplied with Natural, Grip and Structured finishes, Edge is suitable for use throughout a development, including high-traffic areas, kitchens and wet rooms. A 20 mm Grip option also makes it ideal for alfresco living and rooftop bars. With nine practical sizes, Edge fits perfectly with today’s trend for exposed building materials and pared-down interiors. Argento is part of our Concrete-effect Collection.
Edge – Argento 
Edge – Argento (floor) 
Edge – Argento and Mix A 
Edge – Argento, Lino and Polvere 
Edge – Argento (wall) and Lino (floor) 
Edge – Argento 
Edge – Lino (floor) and Argento (wall) 
Edge – Carbone (floor), Tabacco (backwall) and 150 x 600 Chiaro / Argento / Lino (feature) 
Edge – 150 x 600 Chiaro / Argento / Lino
Argento Decorative Options
Mosaic (25×48 chip size) Argento 
Mosaic (48×48 chip size) Argento
Size & finish
| Colour | Finish | Size (MM) |
|---|---|---|
| Argento | Biscotto | Chiaro | Lino | Zenzero | Natural | 1600 x 3200 x 6 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Carbone | Chiaro | Dovegrey | Earth | Khaki | Lino | Lumina | Nebula | Peach | Zenzero | Natural | 1200 x 2780 x 6 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Carbone | Chiaro | Lino | Polvere | Tabacco | Zenzero | Natural | 1200 x 2400 x 9 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Chiaro | Lino | Zenzero | Natural | 1600 x 1600 x 6 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Carbone | Chiaro | Earth | Lino | Peach | Zenzero | Natural | 800 x 1600 x 9 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Lino | Polvere | Tabacco | Grip | 1200 x 1200 x 20 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Chiaro | Dovegrey | Earth | Khaki | Lino | Lumina | Mink | Nebula | Peach | Polvere | Primrose | Tabacco | Zenzero | Natural | 1200 x 1200 x 9 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Carbone | Chiaro | Lino | Zenzero | Natural | 1200 x 1200 x 6 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Earth | Lino | Mink | Peach | Polvere | Tabacco | Grip | 600 x 1200 x 20 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Chiaro | Dovegrey | Earth | Khaki | Lino | Lumina | Mink | Nebula | Peach | Polvere | Primrose | Tabacco | Tortora | Zenzero | Natural | 600 x 1200 x 9 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Carbone | Chiaro | Dovegrey | Earth | Khaki | Lino | Mink | Nebula | Peach | Primrose | Zenzero | Structured | 600 x 1200 x 9 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Carbone | Chiaro | Lino | Zenzero | Natural | 600 x 1200 x 6 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Earth | Lino | Mink | Peach | Polvere | Tabacco | Grip | 800 x 800 x 20 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Chiaro | Dovegrey | Earth | Khaki | Lino | Lumina | Mink | Nebula | Peach | Polvere | Primrose | Tabacco | Tortora | Zenzero | Natural | 800 x 800 x 9 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Earth | Lino | Mink | Peach | Polvere | Tabacco | Grip | 600 x 600 x 20 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Chiaro | Dovegrey | Earth | Khaki | Lino | Lumina | Mink | Nebula | Peach | Polvere | Primrose | Tabacco | Zenzero | Natural | 600 x 600 x 9 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Chiaro | Dovegrey | Earth | Khaki | Lino | Mink | Nebula | Peach | Polvere | Primrose | Tabacco | Zenzero | Structured | 600 x 600 x 9 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Chiaro | Dovegrey | Earth | Khaki | Lino | Lumina | Mink | Nebula | Peach | Polvere | Primrose | Tabacco | Zenzero | Natural | 300 x 600 x 9 |
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Chiaro | Dovegrey | Earth | Khaki | Lino | Mink | Nebula | Peach | Polvere | Primrose | Tabacco | Zenzero | Structured | 300 x 600 x 9 |
Similar Colours
In addition to Argento, we also offer a number of other beige concrete-effect porcelain tiles.
Edge Collection
The Edge Collection is also available in the following colours and finishes:
Argento – Grip Argento – Natural Argento – Structured 
Biscotto – Grip Biscotto – Natural Biscotto – Structured 
Camoscio – Grip Camoscio – Natural Camoscio – Structured 
Carbone – Grip Carbone – Natural Carbone – Structured 
Chiaro – Natural Chiaro – Structured 
Dovegrey – Natural Dovegrey – Structured 
Earth – Grip Earth – Natural Earth – Structured 
Khaki – Natural Khaki – Structured 
Lino – Grip Lino – Natural Lino – Structured 
Lumina – Natural 
Mink – Grip Mink – Natural Mink – Structured 
Nebula – Natural Nebula – Structured 
Peach – Grip Peach – Natural Peach – Structured 
Polvere – Grip Polvere – Natural Polvere – Structured 
Primrose – Natural Primrose – Structured 
Tabacco – Grip Tabacco – Natural Tabacco – Structured 
Tortora – Natural 
Zenzero – Natural Zenzero – Structured
Special Pieces & Mosaics
| Colour | Finish | Size (MM) | Special Piece |
|---|---|---|---|
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Chiaro | Dovegrey | Earth | Khaki | Lino | Lumina | Mink | Nebula | Peach | Polvere | Primrose | Tabacco | Zenzero | Natural | 72 x 800 x 9 | Skirting Tile |
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Chiaro | Dovegrey | Earth | Khaki | Lino | Lumina | Mink | Nebula | Peach | Polvere | Primrose | Tabacco | Zenzero | Natural | 72 x 600 x 9 | Skirting Tile |
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Chiaro | Dovegrey | Earth | Khaki | Lino | Lumina | Mink | Nebula | Peach | Polvere | Primrose | Tabacco | Zenzero | Natural | 300 x 300 x 9 | Mosaic (Chip Size 25x48mm) |
| Argento | Biscotto | Camoscio | Carbone | Chiaro | Dovegrey | Earth | Khaki | Lino | Lumina | Mink | Nebula | Peach | Polvere | Primrose | Tabacco | Zenzero | Natural | 300 x 300 x 9 | Mosaic (Chip Size 48x48mm) |
Mosaic (25×48 chip size) Argento Mosaic (48×48 chip size) Argento
Technical Specification
Shade Tone Variance
Argento – Grip has been classified:
Understanding Shade Tone Variance
Shade, texture and tone can vary from piece to piece within a single tile production run. V1 shade tone variation has little or no change from piece to piece where a V4 might have a substantial variety of shade, texture and tone variation.
| Variance Rating | Description |
|---|---|
| V1 | Uniform Appearance |
| V2 | Slight Variation |
| V3 | Moderate Variation |
| V4 | Substantial Variation |
Ramp Test Values (DIN 51130)
| Finish/Style | R Rating Value | Friction |
|---|---|---|
| Grip, Structured | R11 | Good |
| Natural | R10 | Normal |
| Natural | R9 | Minimal |
Understanding Ramp Test Data
DIN Standard Ramp Testing (DIN 51130) is an alternative to Pendulum Testing and generally categorised as an 'off-site' activity because of the size and complexity of the equipment required to carry out the test. The Slip Resistance Values (RSV) are factory gate values (based on supplied tiles) and categorised using the Ramp Test (DIN 51130) method which is commonly used by European factories. In this method, a lubricated inclined platform is adjusted to a gradually increasing gradient, and the angle is measured at which a person walking on it slips.
We have deliberately not included the ramp test angles on this page as this information can be confused with the angle that a floor may be safely set to, which is incorrect. The shod test results are quoted as an R Rating value from R9 to R13, which relates to the ramp angle.
| R Rating Value | Friction |
|---|---|
| R9 | Minimal |
| R10 | Normal |
| R11 | Good |
| R12 | Good |
| R13 | Very high |
See the Health and Safety Executives website for more information regarding the Ramp Test procedure. Ramp Test Certificate available on request.
Technical Data
| Physical Properties | Standard of Test | Required Value | Manufacturers Mean Values |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sides | EN ISO 10545-2 | ± 0.3% MAX | Complies |
| Thickness | EN ISO 10545-2 | ± 5.0% MAX | Complies |
| Straightness of sides | EN ISO 10545-2 | ± 0.3% MAX | Complies |
| Rectangularity | EN ISO 10545-2 | ± 0.3% MAX | Complies |
| Surface flatness | EN ISO 10545-2 | ± 0.4% MAX | Complies |
| Water absorption | EN ISO 10545-3 | ≤ 0.5% | 0.04% |
| Flexion resistance | EN ISO 10545-4 | S ≥ 700 N (< 7.5 mm) | S ≥ 2.500 N |
| S ≥ 1.300 N (> 7.5 mm) | |||
| R ≥ 48 N/mm² | |||
| R ≥ 35 N/mm² | (60x60 size) | ||
| Impact resistance | EN ISO 10545-5 | Declared value | 0.89 |
| Abrasion resistance | EN ISO 10545-6 | ≤ 175 mm³ | 119 mm³ |
| Coefficient of linear thermal expension | EN ISO 10545-8 | - | Available on Request |
| Resistance to thermal shocks | EN ISO 10545-9 | Pass according EN ISO 10545-1 | No damage |
| Frost resistance | EN ISO 10545-12 | Pass according EN ISO 10545-1 | No damage |
| Resistance to chemicals | EN ISO 10545-13 | UB Min. | UA ULA UHA |
| Resistance to stains | EN ISO 10545-14 | Declared value | 5 |
| Lead and cadmium discharge | EN ISO 10545-15 | Declared value | < Than instrument limit |
| Slip Resistance | DIN 51130 | - | R10 Natural (300x600, 600x600, 600x1200, 800x800) |
| R9 Natural (1200x1200, 1200x2400, 150x600) | |||
| R11 Grip | |||
| R11 Structured |
Edge is ECOLABEL and LEED® certified.
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Environmentally Certified
All our porcelain surfaces are manufactured using sustainable processes that minimise the impact on the environment, conserving both energy & natural resources.
All products are produced without the use of any harmful or radioactive materials, are free from pollutant emissions and will not effect air quality. All packing material is produced with recycled material. Wherever possible, heat generated as a by-product of the manufacturing process is used for electricity generation, making factories energy self sufficient. All waste material that is associated with the supply of the tile surface is fully recyclable.
All products are manufactured using materials from renewable sources. They have a reduced environmental impact throughout their lifespan and no toxic, harmful or polluting substances are used for their composition and production. The materials do not release toxic, harmful or polluting substances.
Edge meets the highest standards of quality and environmental regulations and conforms to the following certifications:
LEED®
LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is the world's most widely used green building rating system by the U.S. Green Building Council. LEED® certification provides independent, third party verification that a building project meets the highest green building and performance measure. All certified projects receive a LEED® plaque, which is nationally recognized symbol demonstrating that a building us environmentally responsible, profitable and a healthy place to live and work.
The LEED® program encourages the adoption of sustainable green building and development practices and promotes a whole-building approach to sustainability by recognizing performance in five key areas of human and environmental health: sustainable site development, water savings, energy efficiency, materials selection and indoor environmental quality.
All porcelain tiles within our collection comply with LEED® certification and are suitable for the LEED® approval process.
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The EU Ecolabel is awarded according to ecological criteria agreed on by experts, industry, consumer organisations and environmental NGOs and verified by independent third parties.
NSF®
NSF® has facilitated the development of more than 75 standards and protocols for sanitary food equipment, and has certified thousands of products as safe to use in restaurant and commercial kitchen settings. NSF® food equipment standards include requirements for material safety, design, construction and product performance. The products conform to the requirements of NSF/ANSI Standard 51 – Food Equipment Materials. NSF/ANSI 51 establishes minimum public health and sanitation requirements for materials and finishes used in the manufacture of commercial foodservice equipment.
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