Description
Dune Granadella Esmeralda brings a rich emerald green gloss finish to the 64mm x 223mm subway format, backed by genuine porcelain certification rather than just a decorative glaze — water absorption of 0.5% or less, breaking strength above 35 N/mm², and passing both frost and crazing resistance testing to UNE-EN ISO standards. That combination of a bold colourway and real technical performance is what separates it from a purely decorative ceramic subway tile.
Its 9mm thickness gives it genuine structural substance compared with thinner decorative wall tiles, supporting the breaking strength figures the datasheet certifies. Frost resistance opens up outdoor application in climates that see genuine freeze conditions, while crazing resistance protects the glaze’s surface integrity against fine cracking over time — a real consideration for a gloss finish expected to stay looking new for years.
Like the rest of the Granadella range, Esmeralda carries a Class 0 slip resistance rating under UNE-EN 16165 Annex C, which should be checked against the specific application’s requirements before it’s specified for any horizontal or wet-underfoot surface. As a feature colour within a certified porcelain range, it suits projects wanting a statement emerald tone without giving up the durability of a genuine porcelain product.
Because Granadella Esmeralda shares its 9mm, 64x223mm certified porcelain format with the rest of the Granadella range, it can be combined with other Granadella colourways for a mixed-tone feature wall while maintaining consistent technical performance and slip rating across the whole installation. That consistency gives designers real flexibility to introduce colour variation without compromising the certified quality underpinning the tile.
Technical Specifications
| Size | 64mm x 223mm |
|---|---|
| Thickness | 9mm |
| Finish | Gloss porcelain |
| Water absorption | ≤0.5% (UNE EN ISO 10545-3) |
| Breaking strength | >35 N/mm² (UNE EN ISO 10545-4) |
| Slip resistance | Class 0 (UNE-EN 16165 Annex C) |
Where to Use
- Kitchen and bathroom walls seeking a bold emerald feature tile
- Frost-resistant outdoor wall applications
- Commercial and residential settings wanting certified porcelain performance
How to Apply
- Prepare the surface — firm, levelled, dry and clean, with moisture content under 2%.
- Select the correct adhesive — C1 or C2 concrete glue per the porcelain tile grade, per Dune’s adhesives table.
- Apply and notch the adhesive — using a notched trowel, avoiding dot or dab setting.
- Set with a minimum 2mm joint — using self-levelling spacers to avoid lippage.
- Grout once fully set — with joints clean, dry and at least 2mm deep.
Important Notes
- Confirm the Class 0 slip rating meets the specific application’s requirement before use on a floor.
- Test all materials and tools on a sample area before full installation.
- Check colour, finish and thickness before installing — claims are not accepted after installation.
