Q: Which size is best for large format kitchen slabs?

Depending on the dimensions of your bathroom, the size of your large format kitchen slabs will contribute to the overall look of your bathroom. Although standard sizes are available, large format kitchen slabs are normally cut to size Please consult with your builder to check the practicalities and whether they are equipped for installing large format slabs Standard large format kitchen slabs sizes range from 750x1500, 1200x1200, 3000x1500. These dimensions are in mm (millimetres) Important – please check out our note on nominal kitchen floor tile sizes Please do not hesitate to call, email, or chat with us if you need further information on available sizes of your chosen large format kitchen slabs.

Q: What is a good cleaner for large format kitchen slabs?

We recommend FILA Cleaner Pro for cleaning large format kitchen slabs Dirt and stains on sealed natural stone flooring and large format kitchen slabs are easy to clean when quickly attended to. Large format kitchen slabs should be cleaned routinely with FILA Cleaner Pro specially formulated for large format kitchen slabs 1. Make sure the room is well ventilated to aid the drying process 2. Use a microfibre mop to clean the tiled area. Dirt is most likely to accumulate in grout line and edges of the room so spend a bit more time there 3. Use our FILA Cleaner Pro, specially formulated for tile surfaces — always read the label 4. Mix the cleaning fluid and warm/hot water according to the proportions specified 5. Read the directions on the label and test any product in a small area first before using on the entire surface. 6. Rinsing is not required with FILA products but ensure you should wipe away the dirty cleaning residue with clean warm water. Large format kitchen slabs are stain resistant, however stains can and often do build up over time. Repeat steps 2-6 as required for any resistant stains Please do not hesitate to call, email, or chat with us if you need further information on cleaning your chosen large format kitchen slabs.

Q: Are your large format kitchen slabs in stock?

Large format kitchen slabs are made to order in Italy and cut in London. The normal lead times are 8-12 weeks after drawings have been agreed Please do not hesitate to call, email, or chat with us if you need further information on availability and delivery timescales your chosen large format kitchen slabs.

Q: Will my large format kitchen slabs look like the sample?

We invite you to come and see the slabs in real life – we believe this is the best way to truly appreciate the size, finish, and design of these beautiful slabs We advise a combination of looking at photos of the large format kitchen slabs in other customer projects to give you an initial idea Please do not hesitate to call, email, or chat with us if you need further information on large format kitchen slabs

Question 1

Do large format bathroom slabs require sealing?

Accepted Answer

Porcelain large format kitchen slabs do not require sealing as they are hardly absorbent.

With that said, the grout lines for porcelain and natural stone large format kitchen slabs should be sealed. This can be done with grout protector

Question 2

What other items do I need for large format kitchen slabs?

Accepted Answer

We recommend Tilemaster, Fugabella, and Bostic grout and adhesive for large format kitchen slabs. Your builder can provide the levelling kit, spacers, and anti-crack mats. Enjoy money off when bought together with your large format kitchen slabs. Adhesive is used for sticking the large format kitchen slabs to the floor.
Grout is used for the gaps between the large format kitchen slabs
Levelling kits are used to prevent lipping in large format kitchen slabs Spacers are used to ensure all your large format kitchen slabs are evenly spaced
Anti-crack mats ensure your large format kitchen slabs do not crack when the substrate expands and contracts Concrete boards might also be required for timber substrates but your builder will advise

Question 3

Should I seal grout in large format kitchen slabs?

Accepted Answer

Grout lines between large format kitchen slabs are most likely to get dirty and stain so yes! Porcelain large format kitchen slabs do not normally require sealing because of their low absorbency rate but the grout lines (gaps between the large format kitchen slabs) need to be protected. Sealing the grout lines will protect them from permanent staining. FILA has specific grout sealer products that you can select when making your large format kitchen slabs purchase large format kitchen slabs

Question 4

Are large format kitchen slabs slippery?

Accepted Answer

The slip resistance of large format kitchen slabs depends two factors; whether or not you are wearing shoes or barefoot, and if the large format kitchen slabs are wet or dry. We are assuming the slabs are flat and not on a slope!

Large format kitchen slabs are slip resistant when dry, barefoot or not, but please ask if you are unsure about your specific choice. To prevent slips on large format kitchen slabs please ensure all spills are wiped immediately. Large format kitchen slabs are normally a polished finish but there are some limited matt options.

Please do not hesitate to call, email, or chat with us if you need further information on slip ratings of your chosen large format kitchen slabs

Question 5

Are large format kitchen slabs durable?

Accepted Answer

Large format kitchen slabs are an investment for your home so it’s important to ensure that you choose a high-quality, hardwearing large format kitchen slabs. You want to rest assured that your kitchen cabinets and appliances are sitting on a strong, durable and high-quality surface. At Boutique Stone, this is something we are passionate about

Our handpicked, curated selection of porcelain large format kitchen slabs are made in Italy the leaders in porcelain slab manufacturing in Europe. This is a conscious decision based on our trust in the industry leaders in large format kitchen slabs manufacturing. Please search “Ceramics of Italy” for more information. Being made in Italy means that the large format kitchen slabs are made in state-of-the-art factories, and by companies heavily invested in using the highest quality of raw materials, and latest technologies. Italian tile design has been setting the trend for large format kitchen slabs design for decades

All our large format kitchen slabs are compatible with underfloor heating

Please do not hesitate to call, email, or chat with us if you need further information on durability of your chosen large format kitchen slabs

Question 6

Are large format kitchen slabs porous?

Accepted Answer

Large format kitchen slabs made from porcelain are not porous so do not require sealing. They have a low absorbency rate (<0.5%) You can easily perform a “water test” on your sample to see how long a drop of water lasts on the surface.

Please do not hesitate to call, email, or chat with us if you need further information on absorbency of your chosen large format kitchen slabs

Question 7

Which size is best for large format kitchen slabs?

Accepted Answer

Depending on the dimensions of your bathroom, the size of your large format kitchen slabs will contribute to the overall look of your bathroom. Although standard sizes are available, large format kitchen slabs are normally cut to size

Please consult with your builder to check the practicalities and whether they are equipped for installing large format slabs

Standard large format kitchen slabs sizes range from 750x1500, 1200x1200, 3000x1500. These dimensions are in mm (millimetres) Important – please check out our note on nominal kitchen floor tile sizes

Please do not hesitate to call, email, or chat with us if you need further information on available sizes of your chosen large format kitchen slabs.

Question 8

What is a good cleaner for large format kitchen slabs?

Accepted Answer

We recommend FILA Cleaner Pro for cleaning large format kitchen slabs Dirt and stains on sealed natural stone flooring and large format kitchen slabs are easy to clean when quickly attended to. Large format kitchen slabs should be cleaned routinely with FILA Cleaner Pro specially formulated for large format kitchen slabs 1. Make sure the room is well ventilated to aid the drying process
2. Use a microfibre mop to clean the tiled area. Dirt is most likely to accumulate in grout line and edges of the room so spend a bit more time there
3. Use our FILA Cleaner Pro, specially formulated for tile surfaces — always read the label
4. Mix the cleaning fluid and warm/hot water according to the proportions specified
5. Read the directions on the label and test any product in a small area first before using on the entire surface.
6. Rinsing is not required with FILA products but ensure you should wipe away the dirty cleaning residue with clean warm water. Large format kitchen slabs are stain resistant, however stains can and often do build up over time. Repeat steps 2-6 as required for any resistant stains Please do not hesitate to call, email, or chat with us if you need further information on cleaning your chosen large format kitchen slabs.

Question 9

Are your large format kitchen slabs in stock?

Accepted Answer

Large format kitchen slabs are made to order in Italy and cut in London. The normal lead times are 8-12 weeks after drawings have been agreed

Please do not hesitate to call, email, or chat with us if you need further information on availability and delivery timescales your chosen large format kitchen slabs.

Question 10

Will my large format kitchen slabs look like the sample?

Accepted Answer

We invite you to come and see the slabs in real life – we believe this is the best way to truly appreciate the size, finish, and design of these beautiful slabs

We advise a combination of looking at photos of the large format kitchen slabs in other customer projects to give you an initial idea

Please do not hesitate to call, email, or chat with us if you need further information on large format kitchen slabs

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