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armapave Outdoor Porcelain Paving

Introducing the armapave Collection of 20mm Outdoor Porcelain Pavers.

Incredibly hard-wearing, anti-slip, weather, stain and scratch resistant; they are specifically

designed for use on outdoor patios, garden paths and driveways to create seamless

transitions between the home and outside spaces. armapave porcelain pavers can be

laid dry on sand, grass or gravel. Alternatively, they can be installed on concrete using

traditional tiling methods.

Important features & benefits of armapave include:

• Easy to Lay, Clean & Maintain

• Highly Durable - Scratch and abrasion resistant

• Slip Resistant R10-R11 and B Rated Finish - Providing assured grip underfoot

• Resistant to Frost and Thermal Shock - Preventing surface splintering, crazing or

fractures

• Resistant to Salt - Preventing efflorescence growth

• Stain/Oil Resistant - Perfect for BBQ areas

• Non-porous - Inhibits moss and algae growth (unlike traditional concrete pavers)

• No Sealing - The dense nature of porcelain pavers removes the need to seal

surfaces

• Resistant to Chemicals, Acids and Abrasive Cleaning Products – Ensures long

term integrity of surfaces

• UV Resistant - No fading of colour over time

• High Newton Strength - Perfect for heavy duty/commercial traffic

• Reusable - Depending on fitting system utilised

Slip Resistant Our porcelain pavers have excellent slip-resistance qualities for assured support underfoot. Each range has been scientifically tested for both shod foot and bare foot conditions (DIN51130 & DIN51097) and found to offer excellent R10/11-B slip resistance. You can be confident you are getting the best surfaces for your patio, hot tub/pools surround and BBQ areas.

Stain Resistant Because the hard surface of our porcelain pavers is virtually non-porous (less than 0.05%) all spillages sit on the surface and do not soak in. During stain

resistance testing armapave received the highest rating of 5. This means

that, in most cases, all spillages can be washed and removed with clean, warm water.

Low Maintenance

armapave’s very low water absorption rate (less than 0.05%) significantly

reduces opportunities for moss and algae growth and provides you with longer lasting, low maintenance, attractive outside spaces.

No Sealing Required Our porcelain pavers are fired in a kiln (above 1200°C) until they reach a stage

of non-porous vitrification and complete water-proofing. The surface will not absorb materials and sealing is not required.

Abrasion & Deep Scratch Resistant In internationally used deep abrasion testing methods (EN ISO 10545-6)

armapave performed exceptionally well. It’s compact, hard, non-porous body

has also been tested for its resistance to wear caused by heavy foot traffic and rubber wheeled vehicles (EN ISO 10545-7). Each porcelain paver in the

armapave range is found to have the highest rating (PEI V) and suitable for

heavy traffic areas.

Strong, Robust Material (��

) Our porcelain pavers are dense, strong materials designed to withstand heavy loads and continuous use without compromising the surface or finish. They are ideal for making your garden an extension of your home by creating a decorative extra room for entertaining and socialising.

Frost Proof & Salt Resistant

armapave porcelain pavers are highly frost resistant due to their strong dense

nature and low water absorbency characteristics. They are the perfect alternative to porous materials, such as concrete pavers, which absorb water and salts that can cause efflorescence and may damage both the structure and surfaces by splintering, crazing or fractures.

Fade Resistant

The armapave Collection is UV resistant to fading in all weathers and strong

sunlight conditions. The manufacturing process of firing the pavers at 1200°Celcius effectively locks in the finished surfaces to produce a product

with exceptional durability and reduces the potential for fading over time.

Fire Resistant Our porcelain pavers are Classified A1 of Reaction to Fire (BS EN13501-1). They are completely resistant to fire and the surface spread of flame. They will not contribute to any phase of a fire including a full developed one.

GENERAL Slip Resistance R10-B

GREY 60x60 (AKGGEN02T)

ANTHRACITE 60x60 (AKGGEN01T)

GLENSTONE Slip Resistance R10-B

Also available in Modular Mix Pattern

SABBIA - Rectified 60x60 (AKGEN01T)

ANTHRACITE - Rectified 60x60 (AKGEN02T)

GREY - Rectified 60x60 (AKGEN03T)

Also available in Modular Mix Pattern

BAZALT 60x90 Slip Resistance R11-B

BLACK - Rectified 60x90 (RPTBAZ02T)

GREY - Rectified 60x90 (RPTBAZ01T)

Complementary Products

Fabricated by armatile for individual projects While other companies need to outsource bespoke products and surfaces for projects, armatile utilises its own in-house manufacturing and fabrication facility in Armagh.

We use the very latest Precision Engineered Tile Cutting Machinery, Laser Etching Technology, Bulnosing Equipment and Industrial Waterjet Cutters.

Add to that our artisan hand assembling techniques and we provide clients with direct access to surface solutions that simply cannot be produced elsewhere.

armatile’s fabrication processes enable us to create a wide variety for

complementary products;

• Stair Edges, Nosing and Treads

• Skirtings and Kerbs

• Drainage Channels

• Garden Planters

• Decorative Features

• Wall Copings

We precision cut, mitre, groove, edge and shape even the hardest porcelains tiles

and slabs (from 6mm up to 20mm) to fabricate high quality products to complement

the most luxurious interior or exterior design schemes.

Fabricated Stair

Treads and Kerbing

Stair Treads can be fabricated with a variety of additional anti-slip grooves and inserts (resin or metal options) to suit individual design and tiling schemes.

Fabricated stair treads and surfaces are designed to meet specific performance requirements.

From the earliest design stage we will advise on material properties, slip resistance, strength and durability, to ensure the best fabricated solution for individual project needs.

Paver Stair Treads and Edges - Fabricated Options

Wall coping with

mitered & returned

edges

Mitered corners

fabricated to specific

measurements

Garden Planters made

from matching

porcelain pavers

Installation Methods

The armapave Outdoor Porcelain Paving Collection is a range of high performance hard-

wearing, anti-slip outdoor products that combine exceptional strength and technical

consistency. These porcelain paving flags absorb little or no moisture providing exceptional

stain resistance, and allow moss and algae little opportunity to grow. This means minimal

maintenance is required to keep your outside spaces looking stunning.

armapave can be easily laid dry on sand, grass or gravel. This process is fast to install

without the need for highly skilled labour and the pavers can easily be lifted, moved and

repositioned if required. Alternatively, they can be installed on raised adjustable height

pedestals over new or existing surfaces that will allow access below for substrate

maintenance, pipework, electrics etc. This is ideal for installations on balconies or patios

where access to waterproofing membrane or pipework may be required.

For more permanent placements the porcelain pavers can be installed using traditional

paving methods with a standard sand/cement mortar on a hardcore substrate. For areas with

regular heavy foot traffic or loads from cars etc. they can be laid onto a concrete base using

highly deformable external grade adhesive such as Mapei Ultraflex S2 (Class C2FTS2).

Even if you plan to have your pavers professionally installed it is a good idea to be familiar

with the process. Here is a quick guide for installing armapave in a variety of areas:

• Directly On Grass

• Directly On Gravel/Pebbles

• With Sand/Cement Mortar on Hardcore

• With Pedestals

• With Tile Adhesive on Concrete Substrates

In all cases refer to professional advice and instruction for proper installation methods to

maintain the long term integrity of the installed surfaces.

Installing armapave Porcelain Pavers on Grass/Lawn

Installation on grass can be performed in two ways:

A) Direct: Dry set the paver on to grass leaving 4-5cm wide joints to allow the grass to grow through. Results will be long lasting but stability of the surface will be subject to soil movements.

B) On Small Gravel Bases to Minimise Movement:

• Remove the grass from the area underneath the

armapave Porcelain Paver Slab.

• Dig out to 5cm deep in warm and dry climate, or deeper in cold or wet climates.

• Compact the soil.

• Fill the excavated area with gravel/aggregate (size 4-8 mm) or sand and compact it to create a solid base.

• Dry set the armapave Porcelain Paver directly on top of

the compacted base.

Disclaimer

This information and any recommendations or suggestions contained herein are given in good faith without warranty or

guarantee as conditions of use are out with our control. Product development is continuous and products are subject to change

without notice. Please ensure that armapave products will be suitable for use on your project by requesting samples for your

evaluation in relation to colour and working conditions.

Installing armapave Porcelain Pavers on Sand

• Remove the grass from the area underneath the armapave Porcelain Paver Slab.

• Dig out 5-7cm deep in warm and dry climate, or deeper in cold or wet climates. Ensure the area is approx. 15cm wider than the finished installed surface.


• Lay Geotextile permeable fabric on the compacted soil (if required for weed control).

• Fill the excavated area with gravel/aggregate (size 4-8mm) and compact it to create a minimum 2-3cm solid base.

• Fill with sand and compact the material to create a firm surface, allowing a 1.5-2° slope away from any building. Do not compact the pavers.

• Install exterior edging restraints where necessary to minimise peripheral movement.

• Space and dry set the armapave Porcelain Paver directly on top of the compacted sand

base, ensuring to leave a 4mm space between each one. Never install with paver to paver

contact.

• Level the pavers with necessary using a rubber mallet. Never compact the pavers with a

vibrating plate. Simply fill the joints with sand to complete.

Installing armapave Porcelain Pavers on Gravel/Pebbles


• Dig 5cm deep in warm and dry climate, or deeper in cold or wet climates.

• Ensure the area is approx. 15cm wider than the finished installed surface.



• Fill the excavated area with gravel/aggregate (size 4-8mm) and compact it to create a minimum 2-3cm solid base.


• Dry set the armapave Porcelain Paver directly on top of the compacted sand base.

• If installing with wide joints, simply fill the space with decorative pebbles.

Installing armapave Porcelain Pavers on a Mortar Bed


• Dig 15cm deep in warm and dry climate, or deeper in cold or wet climates.

• Ensure the area is approx. 15cm wider than the finished installed surface.



• Fill the excavated area with gravel/aggregate (size 4-8mm) and compact it to create a minimum 10cm solid base.


• Blend a 4:1 mortar mix using sharp sand and ordinary cement. Avoid using building sand or white cement.

• Shovel or trowel approx. 30mm bed of mortar and ripple to help spread once the paver is

placed. It is important to maximise the contact between the mortar and paver (creating a solid

bed and reducing air pockets beneath the surface). Only install one paver at a time ensuring

the bed is wider than the paver.

• Using a slurry primer and coating the back of each paver immediately prior to installation will

help the product to bed in the mortar.

• Use a rubber mallet to tap down the paver to remove any high/low spots and maximise the

contact with mortar mix. Do not walk on for at least 24 hours.

Installing armapave Porcelain Pavers on a Concrete Base with Tile Adhesive

Where there is likely to be persistent foot traffic or heavy loads from cars driving on the pavers it is recommended to install them with highly flexible exterior grade tile adhesive to ensure the long term integrity of the product. In this method the pavers are laid in the same manner as laying floor tiles inside the house:

• The paver can be laid on a suitable pre-installed concrete base. This base should have had at least 3-4 weeks ‘drying out’ period after installation.

• A suitable exterior grade highly flexible floor adhesive, such as Mapei Ultraflex S2 �� , should be used

to install the armapave Porcelain Pavers. Always refer to

the manufacturer’s technical instructions.

• The adhesive should be spread evenly over the whole of the rigid base using a notched trowel.

• The underside of the paver should be back-buttered with adhesive to create a bridging bond when the paver is laid (creating a solid bed and reducing air pockets beneath the surface).

• The paver is then pressed down onto the adhesive and settled.

• For installation on smaller concrete bases where thermal expansion will be minimal then use 4mm joints. On larger concrete bases seek advice on the need and use of movement control joint between the tile areas.

Installing armapave Porcelain Pavers with Adjustable Pavers

• Measure the total area to be paved to determine the number of pavers required and mark the intersections of the corners of each paver being installed to prepare a layout grid guide.

• Position the first pedestal in one corner of the area and position subsequent pedestals along one wall edge. If necessary cut the bases of the pedestals along the scored lines to ensure the pedestals are as close as possible to the wall. Snap off any spacer tabs that are not required.

• Place a second row of pedestals parallel to the first and carefully position the pavers with each corner resting on the top of a pedestal head and tightly butted against the spacer tabs.

• Adjust the height of each pedestal to ensure each paver is level. • If extra support is required simply place an additional pedestal (with all tabs

removed) under the centre of the paver.

Joint Filling Information

When pavers are installed in sand, mortar or tile adhesive you may fill the 4mm joints with: • Traditional Sand

Dry traditional sand is swept into the open joints until they are completely filled. Excess sand should be swept off of the pavers. Please note mind that sand joints may need to be occasionally topped up or re-sanded over tile as wind and rain can cause some erosion.

• Cement Blended Sand Dry cement blended sand (typical 3 parts sand to 1 part cement) is swept into the open joints until they are completely filled. It is essential that excess cement blended sand is swept off the pavers (blowers can also be used for final dust removal). Please note any residual dust or sand remaining on the surface may make the pavers difficult to keep clean after installation. After joints are full and the surface is clean the pavers can be misted with water to activate the cement and cure/harden the mixture. For final clean use Fila Deterdek.

• Ready Mixed Jointing Compound When installing pavers on a compacted base you can use ready mixed resin-bound jointing compounds such as ‘Joint-It Simple’ to provide a maintenance free, long lasting professional finish. With working times of up to four hours ready mixed jointing compounds are easy to use, cement-free formulations designed for use in all weathers. Simply brush the compound diagonally across the paving joints working it in until they are full. Remove any excess jointing compound and sweep the pavers with a soft brush to clean the surface. Completed installations should not be walked on for at least 24 hours and should also be protected from rain, frost and freezing temperatures during this time. Residual jointing dust can be simply brushed off after 24 hours.

• Flexible Tile Grout

If installing pavers on a concrete base using tile adhesive it is advisable to use

flexible exterior grade tile grout such as Mapei Ultracolour Grout in the joints. In

warm weather avoid working in direct sunlight. Protect the area from rain, frost and

freezing temperatures for several days after grouting. Never allow grout to remain

on the surface of the pavers for an extended length of time before completing the

initial cleaning. Make sure that all tiles are thoroughly cleaned with Fila Deterdek to

prevent residual grout remaining on the surface.

Disclaimer

This information and any recommendations or suggestions contained herein are given in good faith without warranty or

guarantee as conditions of use are out with our control. Product development is continuous and products are subject to

change without notice. Please ensure that armapave products will be suitable for use on your project by requesting samples

for your evaluation in relation to colour and working conditions.

Cutting armapave Porcelain Pavers

• Porcelain Pavers should be cut using a water cooled, dust suppressing saw fitted with a diamond tipped blade specifically made for cutting porcelain pavers slabs. This saw can be either;

• A bench power wet-saw

• A masonry cutting power saw with water feed

• The cutting blade should always be water suppressed whenever cutting the porcelain paver to control dust and cool the blade. The diamond tipped blade should have a full interrupted circular edge and have no gaps.

• Never cut porcelain pavers with a fibre blade. • Always use a good quality diamond blade. Such is the compact

hardness of porcelain pavers that a blunt or worn diamond blade is likely to create unattractive shelling or oystering along the cut edges.

• Paving installers unfamiliar with working with porcelain paving should practice cutting with the material prior to carrying out final installations.

Enhance your landscaping project with

The natural stone cladding Collection

The armastone Collection offers a range of beautiful, textured natural stone finishes that

provide the perfect design feature. Both classical and contemporary, this 100% natural

stone, lightweight, modular system is simple and quick to install and suitable for both

interior and exterior applications.

Our collection has been carefully sourced to ensure we offer yet another high quality and

decorative range of products at competitive prices to our customers.

armastone is a real, natural, stacked

stone modular panel system designed to

be remarkably easy to fit, lightweight and

cost effective.

With an interlocking end system each panel can be slotted together to create a seamless

stone veneer, virtually eliminating any vertical joints.

Important features & benefits of armastone include:

• Simple and quick to fit, saving time and money

• 100% Natural Stone

• Modular Interlocking System

• Lightweight

• Thin cut and pre-trimmed modular panels fit tightly together to create seamless

surfaces

• Suitable for interior and exterior applications

• Can be fitted to most substrates including blockwork, render, backer-board, gypsum

fibre-board etc.

• Easy to cut

• Resistant to frost and thermal shock

• Written Technical Information on panels and installation adhesives

Our natural stone interlocking ‘Z’ shape panels stack seamlessly together to create

stunning and distinctive features without the need to employ professional labour or qualified stonemasons.

It is the perfect solution for:

• Feature Walls • External Walls

• Garden Walls • Porches

• Commercial Buildings • Fireplaces

The Collection

The armastone Natural Stone Cladding Collection has been specifically selected to provide

attractive, distinctive surfaces for every style of interior or exterior project

Bangor Split Face Slate Stone

15X57cm

(ARMBAN01T)

Causeway Split Face Quartzite Stone

15X57cm

(ARMCAU01T)

Errigal Split Face Sand Stone

15X57cm

(ARMERR01T)

Mourne Split Face Quartzite Stone

15X57cm

(ARMMOU01T)

Rathlin Split Face Quartzite Stone

15X57cm

(ARMRAT01T)

Important Note: Variation in colour is a characteristic of beautiful natural stone products and all display

samples should be treated as indicative only.

Leading industry manufacturers Mapei and Fila have been engaged to professionally test

armastone products, create an M40 NBS 1232 Specification, and provide installation, maintenance

and care advice.

Installation Advice

The stacked stone modular panel system of armastone is designed to be remarkably easy to fit, lightweight and versatile. Its interlocking end system ensures the panels slot together to create a seamless stone veneer, virtually eliminating any vertical joints. In preparation for installation the substrate should be clean, dry and suitable for receiving the natural stone panels.

armastone products should be checked for acceptable

colour and consistency prior to installation. Where possible, products from different boxes should always be mixed together during installation to achieve an acceptable blend of colour. When laying out in preparation for installation, start at the corners and work inwards until the panels meet. Randomly alternate each row to conceal the joints. Do not stagger the joints in a brick bonding style. Please see notes on page 5 on corner installation for clarification.

Example of back buttering a panel for fitting

As the back of the armastone panel

is not perfectly flat, it should be back buttered with adhesive during installation. Back buttering is the process of applying a scratch coat of adhesive on the back of the tile to adhere to the trowelled adhesive on the substrate. When a panel is back buttered with adhesive it makes it easier to achieve the recommended coverage when the product is fitted. It is always desirable to achieve as close to 100% coverage of adhesive as possible, and back buttering the panels facilitates this goal.

When installing armastone simply slide each panel, while maintaining consistent pressure, 20-25mm in a diagonal direction then back into its final position tightly beside the previously fitted panel. No voids between the installed panel and substrate should remain. Periodically check this by removing a panel to inspect the transfer of adhesive.

Corner Panel Installations The armastone natural stone interlocking

panels are ideal for both internal and external corner installations as highlighted in Diagram No.1 (right).

Inside Corner Installations For inside corners the armastone natural stone panel can be mitred or cut and fitted tightly beside the

previously fitted panel. Outside Corner Installations

For outside corners one armastone

natural stone panel should be cut in two pieces at the desired length as shown on Diagram No.2. Alternate the size of the cut corner pieces to help stagger the joints for a more natural effect.

The cut pieces of the panel can then be finger joined around the outside corner as shown in Diagram No.3.

To continue installation along the row from the outside corner simply remove one

staggered end of the armastone natural

stone panel as shown on Diagram No.4 and place directly adjacent to the corner piece installed.

Remember to alternate the size of the cut pieces to help stagger the joints. Do not stagger the corner joints in a brick fashion, but randomly alter the size of each piece to conceal the joint patterns as shown in Diagram No.5.

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Technical Information

• Type Natural Stone • Colour Various

• Finish Matt • Application Interior and Exterior Vertical

• Flat Panel Size 15x57cm • Packaging 6 pcs/box; 288 pcs/crate • Thickness 10-18mm • Weight 3.1-3.6kg Each / 34.5-41.5kg per m2

Suitable Substrates In conjunction with BS 5385: Part 1

• Gypsum Plaster Not Recommended (max weight of product advisable per m2 = 20kg

• Plasterboard Not Recommended (Max Weight of Product Advisable per m2 = 32kg)

• Plywood Not Recommended (max weight of product advisable per m2 = 30kg

• Render Internal Yes • Render External Yes • Internal Blockwork Yes • Foam-Cored

Tile Backing Board

Yes • Cement Fibre Board Yes

Fitting Considerations Always ensure to allow new substrates to dry out by exposure to the air for not less than the following recommended drying times before fitting armastone:

• Concrete Blockwork 6 Weeks • Rendering 2 Weeks

• Brick Walls 6 Weeks • M40 Installation Guide Available armastone can be installed using a deformable (S1), improved (2) slip resistant (T) cementitious adhesive (C) with extended open

time (E) classified as C2TES1. Professionally tested M40 Installation Guides recommend Mapei Keraflex Maxi Adhesive 20kg.

Abrasion (Resistance to Wear) CHARACTERISTICS VALUE ASTM STANDARDS

Average Wear .mm 0.9-4.1 IS 1237 GUIDELINES Maximum Wear On Individual

Specimen.mm 1.0-4.4

Water Absorption TECHNICAL INFORMATION VALUE ASTM STANDARDS

Water absorption % by weight 0.07-1.0 C-97

Density (bulk specific gravity) 2.36-2.45 C-97

Resistance to Frost FREEZE THAW TEST TEST STANDARD OBSERVATION

-18°C to +32°C for 8 Hours. 5 Cycles ASTM D-5312-04 SPECIMEN NOT SHOWING SPLITTING

OR DISINTIGRATION

Sealing

Each armastone product has been scientifically tested by Fila Surface Care Solutions, in its laboratory in

Italy. A range of its anti-stain sealers and natural stone colour enhancing products were tested on each

product and a test report was created (available on request).

As a natural stone product it is permeable. Treating armastone with a stone sealer will provide you with

peace of mind by eliminating naturally occurring stone dust residue, preventing water or oil penetration,

enhancing the finish and providing long term protection of the beautiful surfaces. However, it must be noted

that sealing is not required for every installation or environment. For example, it is not recommended to

seal natural stone products that are being installed in an external environment. armastone is resistant to

frost and thermal shock.

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