Product Overview
Florim Biotech Crema Stone R+PTV 48" x 48" Porcelain Slab Tile (120 cm x 120 cm) is a large-format architectural porcelain slab manufactured by Florim as part of its eco-engineered Biotech collection. Inspired by warm limestone and sedimentary stone, the Crema Stone colorway features an inviting palette of soft cream, ivory, warm beige, and subtle, organic stone veining.
Equipped with Florim's specialized R+PTV (Anti-Slip / Textured) surface finish, this 48x48 square slab (16 sq. ft. per tile) delivers enhanced slip resistance (R10/R11 slip rating & high Pendulum Test Value) while remaining smooth enough for easy maintenance. Its grand square format and enhanced grip make it the ideal choice for indoor-to-outdoor transitions, wet main floors, commercial walkways, pool decks, outdoor patios, and barrier-free walk-in showers.
Technical Specifications
| Technical Property |
Value / Specification |
Standard / Compliance |
| Manufacturer / Brand |
Florim (Made in Italy) |
Certified B Corp Manufacturer |
| Collection / Series |
Biotech Collection |
Eco-Engineered Natural Stone Look |
| Colorway |
Crema Stone (Warm Cream, Ivory & Soft Beige Veining) |
Moderate Organic Variation (V2-V3) |
| Nominal Format |
48" x 48" (~120 cm x 120 cm / 16 Sq. Ft. per Slab) |
Rectified Oversized Square Slab |
| Thickness |
Approx. 9.0 mm / 10.0 mm (Standard Body Profile) |
High-Density Color-Body Porcelain |
| Surface Finish |
R+PTV Anti-Slip (Textured Safety Finish) |
High Slip Resistance (R10/R11 & PTV > 36) |
| Edge Detail |
Precision Rectified Edges |
Allows Micro-Grout Joints (1/16" to 1/8") |
| Material Type |
Fine Vitrified Italian Porcelain Stoneware |
Impervious High-Density Ceramic |
| Water Absorption |
≤ 0.08% (Impervious) |
ISO 10545-3 / ASTM C373 |
| Slip Ratings |
DIN 51130 (R10/R11) / BS 7976-2 (PTV Wet > 36) |
ANSI A137.1 / DCOF High Wet Traction |
| Applications |
High-Traffic Commercial Floors, Wet Outdoor Patios, Pool Decks, Primary Bathroom Floors, Walk-in Shower Enclosures |
Heavy Commercial & Wet Indoor/Outdoor Surfaces |
Recommended Applications
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Indoor-to-Outdoor Continuous Flooring: Designed to create seamless transitions from interior living spaces out to exterior patios, covered loggias, and pool surrounds using a single cohesive material.
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Wet & High-Traffic Commercial Zones: The R+PTV safety finish ensures verified wet-foot slip resistance for hotel foyers, restaurant entryways, spa corridors, and public plazas.
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Primary Bathroom & Open-Concept Residential Floors: Offers an expansive, low-grout grid layout that maximizes room dimensions while providing reliable anti-slip safety for wet feet.
Installation & Handling Guidelines
⚠️ CRITICAL WARNING: LARGE SQUARE SLAB PROTOCOL
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Suction Cup Handling & Two-Person Lift: Due to the expansive 48" x 48" square footprint (16 sq. ft. per panel), two installers using professional vacuum suction handles are required to transport and set each slab safely.
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Leveling Clip System Required: Installers must use a mechanical tile leveling clip system along joint lines during setting to pull adjacent slab edges flush and guarantee zero lippage across 4-foot spans.
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Thinset Mortar Selection: Set using a high-performance, polymer-modified Large & Heavy Tile (LFT) thinset specified for porcelain slabs (ANSI A118.4 or ANSI A118.15 like MAPEI® Ultraflex LFT White or LATICRETE® Multimax Lite White).
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100% Mortar Back-Butter Coverage: Comb mortar directionally on the substrate AND back-butter each 48x48 panel to guarantee 95%+ solid mortar coverage indoors and 100% coverage on exterior patios or wet zones.
Professional Recommendations
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Dry Lay & Shade Blending: The Biotech Crema Stone graphic carries fluid organic stone veining. Unbox and dry-lay slabs before final setting to balance cream, ivory, and beige tones across the space.
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Grout Color Strategy: Pair with a warm ivory, light beige, or soft warm white high-performance grout (such as MAPEI® Ultracolor Plus FA in Biscuit or Warm Gray) to make tile joints blend seamlessly into the stone background.
Care & Maintenance
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Routine Cleaning: Clean easily using warm water, a stiff-bristle broom/deck brush (for outdoor textured surfaces), or a neutral pH porcelain cleaner.
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100% Acid, Weather & Freeze-Thaw Proof: Fully vitrified porcelain (< 0.08% water absorption) withstands extreme freezing winter weather, UV exposure, salt water, and chemical cleaning agents without fading or spalling.
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Zero Sealing Required: Unlike natural cream limestone, travertine, or porous concrete pavers, glazed Italian porcelain is non-porous and never requires sealers, topical coatings, or impregnating treatments over its lifespan.
Design Profile
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Aesthetic Inspiration: Natural Warm Limestone, Warm Organic Modernism, Indoor-Outdoor Biophilic Architecture, Quiet Luxury.
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Visual Synergy: Pairs beautifully with brushed bronze, matte black, or warm copper fixtures, natural teak, oak, or walnut wood elements, and cream or linen upholstery.
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System Cohesion: Part of the Florim Biotech collection, designed to pair directly with companion indoor finishes (Nat / Matte 24x48) and matching trim items.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "R+PTV" stand for in Florim tiles?
"R" refers to the German DIN 51130 ramp test for slip resistance (e.g., R10 or R11), while "PTV" stands for Pendulum Test Value (BS 7976-2), a international standard measuring slip resistance under wet conditions. "R+PTV" indicates a specialized anti-slip surface engineered for wet and high-traffic areas.
Can Florim Biotech Crema Stone R+PTV 48x48 be used outdoors?
Yes. Thanks to its anti-slip surface and impervious porcelain body (< 0.08% absorption), it is frost-proof, UV-resistant, and suitable for exterior patios, pool decks, and covered walkways.
Does this anti-slip porcelain slab require sealers?
No. Florim porcelain stoneware is vitrified and non-porous (< 0.08% absorption), requiring zero sealers or protective coats over its lifespan.
