Product Overview

MSI Arterra® Zement Blanco 24" × 48" × 2 cm Porcelain Paver delivers the clean architectural appearance of pale poured concrete in a durable exterior-rated porcelain format. Its cool white background features soft, cloudy tonal movement, creating a contemporary surface without the maintenance and inconsistencies associated with poured concrete.

The oversized 24" × 48" format reduces visual interruption and produces a spacious, streamlined appearance across patios, pool surrounds, terraces, walkways, courtyards, and rooftop installations. A textured matte surface enhances traction in exterior and wet environments, while the light coloration absorbs less heat than darker pavers in direct sunlight.

Technical Specifications

MSI confirms the LPAVNZEMBLA2448 SKU, 24" × 48" dimensions, 2 cm thickness, matte finish, PEI 4 rating, DCOF above 0.42, and V3 variation. MSI Zement Blanco specifications

Recommended Applications

• Outdoor Patios: Creates a clean, expansive surface for contemporary residential entertaining areas.

• Pool Surrounds: The exterior-rated textured surface and light coloration are well suited to appropriately constructed pool decks.

• Walkways and Garden Paths: Provides a modern concrete appearance without the staining and maintenance requirements of poured concrete.

• Courtyards and Terraces: The large rectangular format emphasizes long sightlines and reduces the number of visible joints.

• Rooftop and Balcony Installations: May be used with a compatible pedestal system when the complete assembly is properly engineered.

• Covered Outdoor Living Areas: Coordinates effectively with black metal, natural wood, greenery, stucco, and contemporary outdoor furniture.

• Stepping-Stone Layouts: Can be installed with controlled spacing in gravel or landscape beds over a properly prepared base.

Do not specify this paver for vehicular traffic or commercial flooring without written approval for the complete installation system.

Installation Methods

Zement Blanco 2 cm porcelain pavers may be installed using several methods depending on site conditions:

• Mortar-set over a properly prepared concrete slab

• Dry-laid over a compacted aggregate and sand base

• Installed over gravel as architectural stepping stones

• Installed on an engineered pedestal system

• Installed over an approved rooftop or balcony assembly

The installer should select the method based on drainage, substrate, climate, expected loads, elevation, and applicable construction requirements.

Installation & Handling Guidelines

⚠️ IMPORTANT: LARGE, HEAVY 24" × 48" PAVER

Each paver covers approximately eight square feet and weighs about 77 pounds. Two-person handling and professional installation are strongly recommended.

• Inspect Before Installation: Examine every paver for damage, shade, surface markings, and dimensional consistency before setting it.

• Blend the V3 Variation: Open multiple packages and distribute lighter, darker, and more heavily clouded pieces throughout the installation.

• Substrate Preparation: The base must be stable, properly compacted, correctly sloped, and capable of supporting the expected loads.

• Drainage: Exterior installations must direct water away from buildings and prevent trapped moisture beneath the pavers.

• Mortar-Set Applications: Use an exterior-rated polymer-modified Large and Heavy Tile mortar approved for porcelain pavers.

• Mortar Coverage: Back-butter the paver and achieve at least 95% mortar coverage for exterior bonded installations. Avoid unsupported voids and hollow areas.

• Dry-Laid Applications: Use properly graded, compacted base materials and follow regional hardscape requirements. Do not place the paver directly over unstable soil.

• Pedestal Systems: Use a system engineered for the paver dimensions, weight, anticipated wind exposure, elevation, and live loads.

• Joint Width: Maintain consistent joints suitable for the installation system. Pedestal and dry-laid installations generally require open drainage joints.

• Movement Accommodation: Include perimeter and field movement joints following TCNA EJ171 and applicable construction standards.

• Cutting: Use wet-cutting or an appropriate score-and-snap method. MSI advises against dry cutting with power tools because of silica-dust exposure.

• Order Allowance: Add approximately 10% for straight layouts and 15% for complex layouts, extensive cuts, or future repairs.

Pool-Area Considerations

• Confirm that the completed surface meets applicable local slip-resistance requirements.

• Maintain the required deck slope so water drains away from the pool and surrounding structures.

• Use setting materials, grout, drainage components, and movement joints rated for exterior wet environments.

• Light-colored pavers generally remain more comfortable in direct sunlight than dark porcelain, but surface temperature still varies with weather and sun exposure.

• Test pool-treatment chemicals and cleaning products on spare material before widespread use.

Care & Maintenance

• Sweep or rinse regularly to remove dirt, sand, leaves, and organic residue.

• Clean with warm water and a neutral-pH porcelain cleaner.

• Use a soft nylon brush for textured areas and persistent surface residue.

• Avoid waxes, oily soaps, and film-forming cleaners that may reduce traction.

• Porcelain normally does not require sealing.

• Cement-based grout or jointing material may require sealing according to its manufacturer’s instructions.

• Remove spills promptly, particularly oil, grease, rust-producing metal objects, and strongly pigmented materials.

• Avoid placing a high-pressure washer nozzle directly against open joints or edge-support materials.

Design Profile

• Aesthetic: Contemporary minimalism, modern industrial, coastal modern, and resort-style outdoor design.

• Color Character: Cool white with soft gray-beige clouding and understated cement movement.

• Visual Advantage: The 24" × 48" dimensions create fewer joints and a cleaner architectural rhythm than smaller pavers.

• Complementary Materials: Black steel, natural teak, white oak, pale gravel, smooth stucco, concrete, and architectural greenery.

• Complementary Colors: Charcoal, warm taupe, sand, sage green, pale wood, and matte black.

• Suggested Joint Colors: Cool light gray creates a continuous surface; medium gray provides stronger rectangular definition.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zement Blanco natural stone?

No. It is a 2 cm porcelain paver engineered to reproduce the softly clouded appearance of light-colored concrete.

What is the manufacturer SKU?

The MSI item number is LPAVNZEMBLA2448.

How many pavers are included in one package?

The 24" × 48" format is generally supplied as one paver covering approximately eight square feet.

Can it be installed around a swimming pool?

Yes. MSI promotes the exterior-rated texture for pool surrounds and other wet exterior areas. The completed installation must still satisfy local slip, drainage, and construction requirements.

Can the paver be installed over gravel?

Yes, it may be used in properly designed gravel or stepping-stone installations over a stable and adequately prepared base.

Can it be installed on pedestals?

Yes, when the pedestal assembly is engineered for the paver’s dimensions, weight, elevation, wind exposure, and expected loads.

Does it require sealing?

The porcelain surface normally does not require sealing. Cementitious joints may require sealing.

Can it be used for a driveway?

Do not assume driveway approval from the general Arterra collection. This exact Zement Blanco product page identifies residential flooring use and does not list commercial flooring approval. Obtain written approval for any vehicular application.