The Life of ARTO – Eating Out with ARTO (Concrete)
On July 20, 2017 by ARTOOne of the things we love about working at ARTO is seeing our concrete tiles, brick veneer, and pavers installed all around Southern California and beyond. We hope that our products handmade with love and passion bring joy to you as you enjoy your meals.
How do I know my ARTO tile will last outdoors and in harsh climates?
On July 17, 2017 by ARTOARTO concrete tiles are made using a high strength, fiber-reinforced mix design. ARTO ceramic tiles are also very durable thanks to their high fired terracotta composition. That sounds nice but how do we know they will perform well in exterior environments and in freezing and thawing climates? One way is through laboratory testing which simulates
Will my ARTO tile be slippery?
On June 30, 2017 by ARTOMost ARTO tiles meet TCNA (Tile Council of North America) requirements for use in exterior or wet areas. All concrete tiles and pavers have been tested and meet the 0.42 value for dynamic coefficient of friction (DCOF) which is the most current and robust standard for slip resistance. Many other manufacturers still use the outdated
Why does my ARTO concrete tile have white powder on it ?
On June 30, 2017 by ARTOUnless you are partying at Charlie Sheen’s or Tony Montana’s house the white powder is almost certainly efflorescence. It may sound serious but efflorescence is just a fancy word for salts that migrate to the surface. It is a normal phenomenon that can be seen in clay brick, concrete, mortar, grout, and in all types
How much color variation can I expect with ARTO tiles?
On June 28, 2017 by Reza TabarrokARTO colors will always have some variation due to our handcrafted production process and use of natural materials. The amount of variation will vary depending on tile type. Concrete tiles will typically have more variation than ceramic tiles. Within concrete tiles our flashed colors or tiles with optional surface textures will have still more variation.