Size variation

Size variation

Measuring

Lippage

Lippage

Lippage

Lippage

Lippage

Lippage

Measuring lippage

Lippage

Caliber Sizing / Facial Dimension Variation (Tile)

Floor Detective® Claims and Conditions Guide

Summary

Caliber sizing and facial dimension variation describe inherent differences in the manufactured face size and thickness of ceramic, porcelain, and natural stone tile products. Fired ceramic materials undergo dimensional change during drying and kiln firing as moisture is removed and the tile body vitrifies. Natural stone tiles are fabricated from quarried material and may exhibit dimensional variability related to geological structure and fabrication processes. Because these materials are subject to manufacturing and material variability, dimensional consistency is managed through sorting and tolerance systems rather than

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