MML PORCELAIN
| Type of Test | International Norm | International Standard | MML Typical Standard (Natural Finish) |
 Water Absorption |
ISO 10545-3/EN 99 | Group B1a, E ≤ 0.5% | < 0.06% |
 Dimension |
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| Length & Width | ISO 10545-2/EN 98 | ± 0.50% | ± 0.25% |
| Thickness | ISO 10545-2/EN 98 | ± 5.00% | ± 3.00% |
| Straightness of Sides | ISO 10545-2/EN 98 | ± 0.50% | ± 0.25% |
| Rectangularity | ISO 10545-2/EN 98 | ± 0.60% | ± 0.30% |
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| Centre Curvature | ISO 10545-2/EN 98 | ± 0.50% | ± 0.25% |
| Warpage | ISO 10545-2/EN 98 | ± 0.50% | ± 0.25% |
| Edge Curvature | ISO 10545-2/EN 98 | ± 0.50% | ± 0.25% |
 Modulus of Rupture |
ISO 10545-4/EN 100 | Min. 35N/mm² | ≥ 42N/mm² |
 Deep Abrasion Test |
ISO 10545-6/EN 102 | Max. 175mm³ | 150 mm³ |
 Co-efficient Of Thermal Expansion |
ISO 10545-8/EN 103 | ≤ 9 x 10-6K-1 | ≤ 7 x 10-6K-1 |
 Thermal Shock |
ISO 10545-9/EN 104 | No Damage | No Damage |
 Frost Resistance |
ISO 10545-12/EN 202 | No visible alteration to surface | No visible alteration to surface |
 Chemical Resistance |
ISO 10545-13/EN 106 | No visible signs of chemical attack | No visible signs of chemical attack |
 Moh’s Hardness Test |
EN 101 | Min. 6 | Comply |
 Colour Fastness |
SS 301 | No noticeable colour change | No noticeable colour change |
 Slip Resistance (Ramp Test) |
DIN 51130 | ≥ R9 (depending on series) | R9 - R11 (depending on series) |
Note: The above generic MML Standard on Natural surface finishes serves as a general guideline only. Different types of tiles are made to meet the different performance requirements. For legal compliance or specific product technical performance, please request a confirmation or report from the MML sales & marketing team or their agent.
