Agrob Buchtal Commercial Pool Tiles Superior Performing Extruded Tile Technology
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Slip-Resistant Extruded Pool Tiles
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Pool Edge Tiles
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Infinite Design & Colour Combinations
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Glazed Silky-Matt Extruded Pool Tiles
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Combination Pieces & Depth markers
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Pool Edge Systems
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Popular Swimming Pool Design Examples
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Implications of Tile Manufacturing
Printing process may not be a true representation of tile colour, please contact Ceramic Solutions for samples. (Jaime Diaz-Berrio – Photographer, Aquanation, 2015)
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Oliver Huss, founder of Ceramic Solutions, has been using Agrob Buchtal pool tiles since the early 1970’s, providing the Australian pool and leisure industry with tiling solutions that are best in class globally and conform to or exceed Australian standards. In the last 20 years, Ceramic Solutions has tiled more than 1,700 pools Australasia wide. With a high focus in technical prowess, we deliver high-quality pools able to withstand the test of time. At Ceramic Solutions, each project relies on a systematic and well managed process, our programs include:
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Professionally developed CAD shop drawings detail location of tiles, colour patterns, as well as ramp and stair details with a pool. These tile drawings provide all the necessary detail for both architects and builders before a single tile is laid.
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AGROB BUCHTAL GmbH Architektenservice Buchtal 1 D-92521 SCHWARZENFELD
Agrob Buchtal has been manufacturing tiles in Germany since 1755, supplying both pressed and extruded tiles to more than 100 countries, making them a market leading specialist. The Chroma pool tile range sets the benchmark; manufactured by an extrusion process, offering superior performance qualities for pools when compared to a pressed or glass tile.
Trusted brand - Agrob Buchtal’s tile packaging is clearly labelled so you know the manufacturer and country of origin.
The majority of Agrob Buchtal’s product range is manufactured with HT (Hydrophilic) titanium, creating a photocatalytic effect when exposed to light. Within a pool, this reduces the build-up of water-scum lines, and provides an easy-to-clean surface that decomposes micro-organisms such as bacteria, fungi and germs on exterior surfaces.
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Slip-Resistant Extruded Pool Tiles
Alice Springs Aquatic & Leisure Centre, NT
Chroma slip-resistant pool tiles are specifically designed for wet barefoot areas, with slip-resistant B or C ratings available. Manufactured in Germany by Agrob Buchtal, Chroma pool tiles are extruded and offer superior performance qualities in pool and aquatic environments compared to pressed tiles. These qualities include high adhesive tensile strength, stain resistance and optimum water absorption to create the ideal bond with cementitious adhesives.
B Category Non Slip Colours
91 White
553002 Light azure
340 Black
553001 Active azure
C Category Non Slip Colours
Design Features HT properties reduce water scum-lines Chemical & stain resistant surface Optimum water absorption (0.5 to 0.7%) provides ideal bond to cementitious adhesives Recommended for pool interior, beach entry and toddler’s pool, water play equipment surrounds, showers and concourses Matching gloss tiles, nosings, trims, radials, long and short round edges, etc
81 White
554002 Light azure
554006 Light blue
82 Azure
Over 30 additional slip-resistant colours available – see page 13
Nominal Tile Dimensions (modular format 6mm joints) Standards Australia Slip Resistance Classifications Wet Pendulum Test
Oil-Wet Inclining Platform Test
Changing Rooms
P3
A
Communal Shower
P4
B
Pool Ramps
P5
C
Pool Surrounds
P4
B
Stairs Leading to Water
P5
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Above is a selection of the minimum requirements listed by Standards Australia HB 198:2014. Designers may choose to exceed these standards.
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38110H 250x125mm (244x119x8mm) Floor -/B, -/C Available with overglazed round edges
32020H 125x125mm (119x119x8mm) Floor -/B, -/C
Ballarat Aquatic Centre, VIC – Pool ramp
Aquanation Ringwood, VIC – Splash pad
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Glazed Silky-Matt Extruded Pool Tiles
Pinjarra Aquatic Centre, WA
Chroma silky-matt glazed tiles are specifically designed for underwater applications, with the tile glazes being resistant to chemical attack, as well as producing minimal light refraction and reflection within a pool. The modular design of Chroma ensures a harmonious look within the swimming pool. Many designers also use this tile series throughout a facility on walls within amenities, changerooms, deck showers and cafeterias.
Design Features HT properties reduce water scum-line Chemical & stain resistant surface Optimum water absorption (0.5 to 0.7%) provides ideal bond to cementitious adhesives Recommended for pool interior and walls subject to water inundation, as well as dry areas Matching nosings, trims, radials, long and short round edges, etc
Silk-matt Colours
Blue 5 5535
Blue 3 5533
Light blue 552006
White 701
Azure 3 5583
Neutral 1 5716
Over 50 additional colours available – see page 13
Contrasting Colours (glossy) Nominal Tile Dimensions (modular format 6mm joints)
White 700
Black 717
Soft Azure 732
Intense blue 144
Lemon yellow 150
Orange 151
Apple green 152
Violet 153
Contrasting red 154
18120H 250x125mm (244x119x6mm) Available with overglazed round edges
12020H 125x125mm (119x119x6mm) Split Tile
18210H 250x62mm (244x56x6mm) Split Tile
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Pool Edge Systems
AquaPulse, VIC
Regardless of the pool complexity, Agrob Buchtal has a pool edge system to suit any design. Within Australia the most popular system is the Finnland II with a sloping pool edge and handhold pieces; especially suited for sports and competition pools. Other systems available include Skimmer, Berlin, Bamberg and Wiesbaden (for elevated or decreased water levels).
Example 1: Finnland II (with concourse tile, stainless steel angle & fingergrip)
Example 2: Finnland II (with concourse tile, rear edge tile & fingergrip)
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53130
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55750
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55760
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55760
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18120H
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18120H
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Ballarat Aquatic Centre, VIC
Aqualink Aquatic Centre, VIC
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Woy Woy Aquatic Centre, NSW
Hawthorn Indoor Aquatic Centre, VIC
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Pool Edge Tiles
WaterMarc, VIC
Groove Tiles: 8 & 15mm thick
Standard Colours
Barefoot C slip resistance Utilised for pool wet edges, surround infills, stairs, hob tops Edging tiles are rounded (no sharp corners) Available in 150mm widths Available in ½ sizes
53130 250x125 x15mm
34110 250x156 x8mm
53136 250x125 x15mm
Handhold Pieces & Edging Tiles Barefoot C slip resistance Utilised for pool wet edges Inbuilt grate support Edging tiles are rounded (no sharp corners) Available in ½ sizes
55730 (244x119 x15/30mm)
900 grey-beige
91 white
55750 (244x140/ 50x20mm)
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53135
Grey-beige & dark blue (52)
55770 (244x140/ 40x15mm)
Groove & Safety Tiles: 8 & 15mm thick
52 dark blue
918 black
250x125x15mm 53138
Standard Colours
Grey-beige
Other colours available.
White & dark blue (900402)
Other colours available.
Grey-beige & black (340)
55760 (244x140 x15/40mm)
Standard Colours
White & black (900044)
59427 (244x150 x15/30mm)
Other colours available.
Barefoot C slip resistance Utilised for pool wet edges Rounded edging tiles – long & short Groove tiles available in ½ sizes Grey-beige & dark blue (52)
34306 250x62x8mm
34146 250x125x8mm
34166 250x125x8mm
White & dark blue (900402)
Grey-beige & black (340)
White & black (900044)
59620 250x125x15mm S30107 250x125 x15mm
S30105 S30106 250x125 250x125 x15mm x15mm
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Combination Pieces & Depth markers
Ballarat Aquatic Centre, VIC
Agrob Buchtal’s Chroma Pool range includes matching radial strips, hollow curves and skirting in various designs to ensure minimum risk of injury and maximum ease of care and use.
Standard Colours
Design Features Chemical & stain resistant surface Edge tiles and channel pieces are manufactured as solid pieces, improving the durability and hygiene level of a pools outer edge Optimum water absorption (0.5 – 0.7%) provides ideal bonding to cementitious adhesives No sharp corners
Application example below
Internal
900 grey-beige
91 white
52 dark blue
717 black
51 light blue
Other colours available.
Radial corner
System combination pool edges Radial profile edging
37120 244x30rx8mm Radial Tile: Smooth, -/B, -/C
Internal angle
37121 119x30rx8mm Radial Buttons: Smooth, -/B, -/C
External angle
Depth Marking Tiles Ceramic Solutions produces custom made numbers, letters and pictorial tiles to indicate water depth or caution messages. The tiles are made in accordance with Australian Royal Life Saving guidelines using water jet or ceramic glazed printing, which is capable of resisting chlorine and salts (unlike a painted surface). Tile markers can be produced on 125 x 250mm or 250x250mm slip-resistant or gloss tile.
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Radial Buttons: Smooth, -/B, -/C
Tile markers can be produced on 125x250mm or 250x250mm slip-resistant tiles
AquaPulse, VIC
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Popular Swimming Pool Design Examples
Kincoppal - Rose Bay School, NSW
White Appearance is pale blue water
Light Blue Appearance is mid-blue water
Blue Appearance is ocean blue water
Azure Appearance is aqua water
Wall: 18120H (250x125mm) White - 700
Wall: 18120H (250x125mm) Light Blue - 552006
Wall: 18120H (250x125mm) Blue 3 - 5533
Wall: 18120H (250x125mm) Azure 4 - 5584
Floor: 38110H (250x125mm) White - 81
Floor: 38110H (250x125mm) Light Blue - 554006
Floor: 38110H (250x125mm) Light Azure - 554002
Floor: 38110H (250x125mm) Azure - 82
Aqualink, VIC
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WWII Memorial Aquatic Centre, QLD
Hawthorn Aquatic Centre, VIC
George Bolton Swimming Centre, SA
Infinite Design & Colour Combinations
Potts Point Apartment, NSW
The great selection of compatible colours and modular designs within the “Chroma Pool” range offers unlimited creative scope for any pool design. Agrob Buchtal has the ability to create special production runs (minimum quantities apply) to enable designers to create a wide array of design schemes from modern through to heritage.
Chroma Colours – Silky Matt
Chroma Colours – Slip-Resistant -/B
-/C
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Standard colours used in pools Contrasting colours (glossy)
Azure 82
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Implications of Tile Manufacturing Types
Gungahlin Leisure Centre, ACT
ISO 13006 classifies ceramic tiles according to their method of manufacturer and performance characteristics. The following table compares extruded group AIa tiles, dry pressed group Bla tiles and pool glass mosaics. It should be noted that the tests conducted on each tile specimen has been fixed with a leading cementitious adhesive brand used globally and adopted as the standard tile application process within pools.
Table 1: What’s the difference? Extruded Tile
Pressed Tile
Wet clay is forced through a mould to form the tile shape followed by rapid firing. Clay is less compacted leaving a coarse structure on the rear of the tile This coarse structure provides a much stronger glue key thereby improving bond strength Microscopic image of a rear extruded tile highlighting its rear coarse structure.
Glass Tile
Clay talc (dry) is pressed into a mould to form the shape, followed by rapid fire to sinter the talc particles together Clay becomes smooth with a glassy effect This smoother surface offers a lesser key than the extruded tile affecting bond strength
Flat sheets of clear floating glass fired with glass powder dyes until liquefied Liquefied glass poured into moulds and set Smooth, glossy surface offers no key for adhesives to form a long term bond
Microscopic image of a rear pressed tile. White sections show the glassy effect.
Microscopic image of a rear glass mosaic. Grey uniform sections indicate a smooth finish.
Water Absorption Water absorption is the degree to which the tile can absorb water. The optimum range for a ceramic pool tile is 0.5% - 0.7% creating an ideal bonding environment for cementitious adhesives 0.5% within the desired range
0.027 – 0.07% well below the desired range
0.00% no absorption possible
Adhesive Tensile Strength Adhesion is the bond strength measurement of a glue to a substrate. Adhesive tensile strength specifically measures material resistance to breaking under tension. The higher the tensile strength the better. Also of interest is what part of the tile system fails first. Dry storage conditions: 1.79 N/mm² Wet storage conditions: 1.13 N/mm² Failure within the glue i.e. the tile glue bond was stronger than the glue’s capacity
Dry storage conditions: 1.04 N/mm² Wet storage conditions: 0.83 N/mm² Failure between tile and adhesive
Dry storage conditions: 1.06 N/mm² Wet storage conditions: 0.58 N/mm² Failure between tile and adhesive
Chemical Resistance Behaviour following high levels of exposure to chemical attack. In particular ability of surface to withstand chemical degradation. No visible effect
Significant change to look of surface, in some cases complete loss of original surface
No visible effect
Stain Resistance Behaviour following exposure to staining. In particular ability of surface to avoid retaining stain contaminants. The higher the stain resistance class the less staining occurs. Stain resistance class 5
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Stain resistance class 2
Stain resistance class 5
Implications of Tile Manufacturing Types (continued)
WAIS, WA
Summary of Table 1 differences Tests within Table 1 show that the tile manufacturing type has a direct bearing on tile performance within a swimming pool. A key factor is the relationship between water absorption and adhesive tensile strength. To simply say, the more impervious the tile the better, is not a true statement within a pool environment. A pool tile requires an optimal degree of water absorption (not too high and not too low) to achieve the maximum bond with its substrate. Both pressed and glass tiles absorb less than the optimal absorption rate for cementitious adhesives, meaning these tile types are incapable of achieving maximum bond strength. This is demonstrated in the test results, with failure occurring between the tile and its adhesive. By contrast, the extruded tiles failure occurred within the adhesive i.e. the tile-adhesive bond was stronger than the adhesive’s own capacity. The extruded tile’s superior bond performance is also aided by its coarse rear structure, offering a stronger adhesive key when compared to the smoother glassy finish - evident in the microscopic images of the pressed ceramic and glass tiles. In order to overcome the glass tiles inherent smooth surface limitations, epoxy resins can be utilised. This comes at a cost impost of approximately 60% and additional installation risks associated with a two part glue system. Source: Deutsche Steinzeug Cremer & Breuer AG in accordance with DIN EN 14411. Tested with elastify water proof polymer and cementitious adhesive (ISO 14001, ISO 9001, OHSAS 18001). Adhesive tensile strength results based on an average of seven tests, within the following conditions: - Dry storage: 28 days at 23°C (±2) with 50% air humidity (±5). - Wet storage: 7 days dry standard climate (as above) and then 21 days in water.
Tile System Approach – Membrane, Adhesive & Grouts Ceramic Solutions uses world-leading, German manufactured cementitious adhesives, grouts and membranes especially developed for swimming pools. Certified to DIN EN ISO 9001, stringent quality control measures ensure consistent deliver of high performing products offering long term strength and durability. Work steps
Description
Membrane
Fast setting special water proof slurry under ceramic tiles
Adhesive
Flexible tile adhesive
Grout
Cementitious joint grout
Tile
High performing tile for wet areas
Caulking
Silicone designed for swimming pool environment
Concrete Render Membrane Grout Tile Caulking
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Project References Selection of projects completed by Ceramic Solutions
Adelaide International Aquatic Center SA Albany Leisure and Aquatic Centre WA Alice Spring Aquatic Centre NT All Hallows’ School QLD Alpha Aquatic Centre QLD Aqua Pulse & Encore Events Centre VIC Aquadome Playford Aquatic Centre SA Aquahub VIC Aqualink, Box Hill VIC Aqualink, Nunawading VIC Aquamotion Aquatic Centre WA Aquanation Leisure & Fitness Centre VIC Aquarena Aquatic Centre VIC Ascham School NSW Ascot Vale Leisure Centre VIC Atwell College WA Australian Institute of Sport Canberra (AIS) ACT Ballarat Aquatic Centre VIC Bayfit Leisure Centre VIC Bellarine Aquatic Centre VIC Bialek College Sports Centre VIC Bilgoman Aquatic Centre WA Blue Hills Retirement Village VIC Blue Water Fitness Centre VIC Bold Park Aquatic Centre WA Borella Army Barracks VIC Boroondara Sports Complex VIC Borroloola Swimming Centre NT Brisbane Girls Grammar QLD Broadmeadows Leisure Centre VIC Brunswick Baths VIC Bunbury Recreation & Aquatic Centre WA Burbridge School WA Burnie Aquatic Centre TAS Camberwell Grammar VIC Cardinal Freeman Retirement Village NSW Cardinia Leisure Centre VIC Carlton Baths VIC Carlton Wellbeing Facility VIC Centenary Aquatic Pool QLD Chisholm Catholic College WA Clayton Community Centre VIC Collingwood Football Club VIC Craigieburn Leisure Centre VIC Cranbourne Aquatic Centre VIC Cricket Australia Centre for Excellence QLD Darwin Waterfront NT Deakin King Swimming ACT Devonport Aquatic Centre TAS Diocesen School for Girls NZ Dubbo Aquatic Leisure Center NSW Elephant Hill Lodge & Winery Resort New Zealand Emerald Olympic Swimming Pool Complex QLD Emerton Leisure Centre NSW Erindale Aquatic Centre ACT Essendon Football Club VIC Eumundi Aquatic Center QLD
Farrer Memorial Agriculture School NSW Firbank Grammar VIC Fitness First Health Clubs NSW Fitness First Health Clubs VIC Fitness First Health Clubs QLD Gallipoli Barracks QLD Gatton Sports Precinct QLD Geelong Christian College VIC Geelong Eastern Beach VIC Geelong Grammer School VIC Geelong Leisure Link VIC Genazzano FCJ College VIC George Bolton Swimming Centre SA Gisbourne Aquatic Center VIC Glen Eira Aquatic Centre VIC Gold Coast Aquatic Centre QLD Grace McKellar Centre VIC Griffith University QLD Gungahlin Aquatic Centre ACT Gympic Aquatic Centre QLD Haileybury School VIC Halls Creek Recreation & Aquatic Centre WA Harold Holt Swim Centre VIC Hawthorn Aquatic Centre VIC Hepburn Springs Mineral Baths VIC Heyfield Aquatic Centre VIC Hornsby Aquatic Centre NSW Holsworthy Army Base NSW Horsham Aquatic Centre VIC Intercontinental Hotel Pool VIC Ivanhoe Aquatic Centre VIC Ivanhoe Girls Grammar VIC John Paul College QLD Kardinia International College VIC Kincoppal School NSW Kingston Waves VIC Kondinin Pool WA Kyneton Aquatic Centre VIC Lakeside Aquatic Centre ACT Lifestyle Villages Chelsea VIC Lifestyle Villages Geelong VIC Lifestyle Villages Hasting VIC Lifestyle Villages Lakeside VIC Lifestyle Villages Lyndarum VIC Macquarie Fields Leisure Centre NSW Macquarie University NSW Manjimup Regional Aquatic Centre WA Manly Andrew ‘Boy’ Charlton Swim Centre NSW Maribyrnong Aquatic Center VIC Maryborough War Memorial Olympic Swimming Pool QLD Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Center VIC Menton Grammar VIC Merbein Memorial Pool VIC Mildura Aquatic Centre VIC Monbulk Aquatic Centre VIC Murwillumbah Aquatic Centre NSW Next Generation Health Clubs All States
Noble Park Aquatic Centre VIC Oakleigh Aquatic Centre VIC Pakenham Aquatic Center VIC Paul Sadler Centre VIC Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre VIC Peninsula Grange Retirement Community VIC Peter Krenz Leisure Centre VIC Potts Point Pool NSW Pymble Ladies College (PLC) VIC Queanbeyan Aquatic Center NSW QUT University QLD RACV Clubs VIC Reservoir Aquatic Centre VIC Richmond Football Club VIC Rockdale Aquatics NSW Rockhampton Aquatic Centre QLD Royal Childrens Hospital VIC Royal Perth Tennis Club WA Ruth Everuss Aquatic Centre NSW Ruyton Girls Grammer VIC Sale Aquatic Center VIC Sale Aquatic Centre VIC Sandringham Yacht Club VIC Silverwater Resort VIC Sleeman Centre QLD St Catherines College VIC St John of God Hospital, Melbourne VIC St John of God Hospital, Warrnambool VIC St. Josephs College VIC St. Kevin’s College Sports Center VIC St. Patricks College NSW Star City Casino NSW Stateswim WA Stirling Leisure Centre WA Sunshine Leisure Center VIC The Doug Ellis Swimming Pool VIC Thomastown Aquatic VIC Tobruk Memorial QLD Toowoomba Grammar School QLD Trinity Grammar NSW Tuggeranong Aquatic Centre ACT Tumut Aquatic Center NSW Virgin Active Health Club, Burke Street VIC Virgin Active Health Club, Collins Street VIC Virgin Active Health Club, Victoria Park NSW Vision Apartments VIC Warragul Leisure Centre VIC Warriewood Peninsula NSW WaterMarc VIC Waverley Park VIC Werribee Aquatic Centre VIC West Pymble Aquatic Centre NSW Western Australia Institute of Sport WA Wodonga Aquatic Centre VIC Woy Woy Aquatic Center NSW Yarra Leisure Centre VIC Yea Swimming Centre VIC Yipingya Swim Centre NT
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