| Term | Meaning | What to confirm |
|---|---|---|
| Ceramic tile | The broad material family used in this catalogue. | The exact model’s classification, finish and intended use. |
| Porcelain | A ceramic-tile classification associated with very low water absorption. | An applicable test result and standard for the model. |
| Marble- or stone-look | A decorative appearance. | The sample’s colour, pattern and surface finish. |
| Collection name | A way to group designs in the catalogue. | Technical properties from the individual product documents. |
Check the water-absorption report
TCNA explains the North American porcelain definition using water absorption of 0.5% or less, measured under ASTM C373. A product name or glossy photograph is not that test result. For a specification, identify the applicable standard and obtain documentation for the actual model.
Further reading: TCNA: Porcelain vs. non-porcelainStone-look ceramic designs
Greige Limestone and Star Vein Stone are names in ANJI’s ceramic catalogue. Their stone references describe appearance, not quarried material. Keep the model code and size with your shortlist.
Colour and pattern are useful design filters. They do not establish water absorption, slip resistance, wear resistance or exterior suitability. Ask about those properties separately.
Read collection titles in context
Porcelain Polished and Full-body Polished Stone are catalogue collection names. Confirm the body classification in the model’s technical documents. Wet-floor suitability also requires relevant testing of the exact finish.
If your specification requires a particular material classification, describe that requirement in the enquiry. Confirm the exact model, finish and supporting document before treating the requirement as met.
Compare candidates on the same basis
Record each candidate by model code and size, with its intended use. Attach the available documents and mark any unconfirmed properties. Do not copy a value from a visually similar model.
- Material classification and supporting test method.
- Nominal dimensions, thickness and finish.
- Applicable performance results for the proposed use.
- Sample reference, document date and any conditions of supply.
About this guide
ANJI Ceramics · Selection and purchasing guidance. Use current model documents for product specifications and agree the final installation with your project team.
Common questions
Are all ANJI catalogue products verified porcelain?
Porcelain classification has not been verified for every model here. Request the selected product’s water-absorption report and the applicable standard.
Does a stone-look tile need the same specification as natural stone?
Do not transfer a natural-stone specification to a ceramic tile on appearance alone. Review the selected product and the complete installation requirements.
