Product Overview

MSI Arterra® Zement Nacar 24" × 48" × 2 cm Porcelain Paver combines the architectural character of poured cement with a warm, inviting palette of creamy beige and soft neutral undertones. Its subtle surface movement provides the depth of concrete while maintaining a refined appearance suited to elevated residential outdoor spaces.

The oversized 24" × 48" rectangular format creates long, clean sightlines with fewer joints across patios, pool surrounds, courtyards, walkways, terraces, and outdoor living areas. Its exterior-rated matte texture provides added traction in wet environments, while the light coloration absorbs less heat than darker paving materials.

Technical Specifications

MSI confirms the LPAVNZEMNAC2448 SKU, 24" × 48" dimensions, 2 cm thickness, matte finish, V3 variation, PEI 4 rating, and DCOF above 0.42. MSI Zement Nacar specifications

Current package data lists one 77-pound paver covering eight square feet. Packaging reference

Recommended Applications

• Residential Patios: Creates a warm, contemporary outdoor surface with fewer visible joints.

• Pool Surrounds: The exterior-rated texture and light coloration are well suited to properly designed residential pool decks.

• Walkways and Garden Paths: Provides the appearance of pale architectural concrete in a durable porcelain format.

• Courtyards and Terraces: The elongated proportions strengthen sightlines and make outdoor areas appear more expansive.

• Covered Outdoor Living Areas: Complements timber ceilings, beige stucco, natural stone, brass accents, and contemporary outdoor kitchens.

• Rooftops and Balconies: May be installed on a compatible engineered pedestal system.

• Gravel Landscapes: Works as a large stepping paver surrounded by decorative gravel or planted groundcover.

• Indoor–Outdoor Transitions: The warm cement appearance coordinates effectively with wood, limestone, travertine, and warm neutral interiors.

Installation Methods

Depending on project requirements, Zement Nacar may be:

• Mortar-set over a properly prepared concrete slab

• Dry-laid over compacted aggregate and bedding sand

• Installed in stabilized gravel as oversized stepping pavers

• Supported on an engineered pedestal system

• Incorporated into an approved rooftop or balcony assembly

Installation method must account for the substrate, drainage, climate, finished elevation, wind exposure, and anticipated loads.

Installation & Handling Guidelines

⚠️ IMPORTANT: LARGE AND HEAVY PORCELAIN PAVER

Each paver weighs approximately 77 pounds. Two-person handling is recommended to protect both the installers and the paver edges.

• Inspect Before Installation: Check every paver for shipping damage, edge condition, dimensions, shade, and surface characteristics before placement.

• Blend the V3 Variation: Dry-lay material from several packages or pallets to distribute creamy, beige, and softly clouded pieces.

• Prepare a Stable Base: The substrate or hardscape base must be structurally capable, properly compacted, and correctly graded.

• Provide Drainage: Slope the completed installation away from buildings and prevent standing or trapped water 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 every paver and achieve at least 95% coverage in exterior bonded installations.

• Dry-Laid Applications: Follow applicable hardscape requirements for excavation depth, aggregate base, bedding material, compaction, edge restraint, and joint stabilization.

• Pedestal Applications: Use a pedestal system engineered for the paver’s 24" × 48" dimensions, weight, elevation, wind exposure, and anticipated loads.

• Joint Spacing: Maintain uniform joints suitable for the selected setting system. Pedestal installations require open joints for drainage.

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

• Cutting: Wet-cut with a suitable porcelain blade or use an approved score-and-snap method. MSI advises against dry cutting with power tools because of silica-dust exposure.

• Order Allowance: Add approximately 10% for straightforward installations and 15% for diagonal layouts, extensive cuts, or reserve material.

Vehicular-Traffic Caution

Some retail listings describe this SKU as suitable for vehicle traffic. However, MSI’s current Zement Nacar page classifies it for residential flooring only and marks commercial flooring as No.

For a driveway or vehicle-bearing installation, obtain written approval from MSI and the base or pedestal-system manufacturer. Porcelain paver strength alone does not guarantee driveway suitability; base construction, edge support, load distribution, and installation method are equally important.

Pool-Area Considerations

• Verify that the completed surface satisfies applicable local slip-resistance requirements.

• Maintain proper deck slope and drainage around the pool.

• Use setting materials and joint products rated for continuous exterior moisture exposure.

• The light beige surface generally remains more comfortable than dark pavers in direct sunlight, but surface temperature still depends on climate and exposure.

• Test pool chemicals, cleaners, metal furniture, and rust-producing objects on spare material before prolonged exposure.

Care & Maintenance

• Sweep or rinse regularly to remove sand, leaves, soil, and organic debris.

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

• Use a soft nylon brush for stubborn residue on the textured surface.

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

• The porcelain surface normally does not require sealing.

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

• Remove grease, oils, fertilizer, rust marks, and strongly pigmented spills promptly.

• Avoid directing high-pressure washers closely into open joints or edge-restraint materials.

Design Profile

• Aesthetic: Warm minimalism, Mediterranean modern, contemporary resort, organic modern, and refined industrial.

• Color Character: Creamy beige with pale neutral and softly clouded cement movement.

• Visual Advantage: The elongated 24" × 48" format creates a spacious architectural rhythm with fewer joints.

• Complementary Materials: White oak, teak, walnut, limestone, light travertine, warm stucco, and cream gravel.

• Complementary Metals: Brushed brass, champagne bronze, aged bronze, matte black, and weathered steel.

• Suggested Joint Colors: Warm ivory creates continuity; light taupe or warm gray gives the rectangular format more definition.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the manufacturer SKU?

The MSI item number is LPAVNZEMNAC2448.

What color is Zement Nacar?

It has a warm creamy-beige appearance with subtle clouding inspired by poured cement. Although MSI’s database classifies the primary color as White-Cool, the manufacturer’s description identifies beige and creamy hues.

How much does one paver cover?

Each 24" × 48" paver covers approximately eight square feet.

How many pieces are included in one package?

One paver weighing approximately 77 pounds.

Can it be installed around a swimming pool?

Yes. MSI promotes the exterior-rated texture for residential pool surrounds, patios, and walkways. The completed installation must meet local slip and drainage requirements.

Can it be installed over gravel?

Yes, when placed over a stable, correctly prepared, compacted, and adequately drained base.

Can it be installed on pedestals?

Yes, provided the pedestal system is engineered for the paver’s size, weight, elevation, wind exposure, and anticipated loads.

Does it require sealing?

Porcelain normally does not require sealing. Cementitious grout or jointing material may require sealing.

Can Zement Nacar be used on a driveway?

Do not assume driveway approval. Some retail channels list vehicular use, but MSI’s current product page does not provide clear vehicle-load approval. Obtain written confirmation for the complete installation system.