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      
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%
Flatness of Surface      
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.