Porcelain is a ceramic material created by heating raw matter, such as clays, sands, silicates and feldspar in a kiln to temperatures between 1,200 and 1,400°C. Properties associated with porcelain include considerable strength & hardness, a high resistance to chemical attack & thermal shock and a water absorption rate of less the 0.5% percent. These properties arise mainly from the formation of glass and the mineral mullite (a form of aluminium silicate) within the fired body at these high temperatures. Stoneware is a category of clay, derived from natural rock (igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic) and is distinguished primarily by its firing and maturation temperature. In essence, it is man-made stone. Stoneware is recognised as being dense, impermeable and hard enough to resist scratching by steel point. Tiles are a manufactured piece of hard-wearing material such as ceramic, stone, metal or glass. The word is derived from the French word tuile, which is, in turn, from the Latin word tegula, meaning a tile composed of baked clay. Design your environment - Residential There are endless possibilities in creating your world at home. From kitchen to living areas, from bathrooms to patios, from stairways to pool surrounds, inside or out...... we have a solution to fit you, your lifestyle and environment. We offer free advice and guidance with what materials to use where, colour & texture coordinating and installation requirements. Our design team are here to help turn your dreams into reality. You can be assured that the products you select from Rocks On will be of superior quality and ideally suited for the various tiled surfaces throughout your home. To best service your requirements, Rocks On’s consultants are available by appointment only. This way, you can be assured that the appropriate time and attention is allocated to your specific needs, allowing the best design results to be achieved. Discover the most beautiful indoor & outdoor surfaces on earth. Creating architectural harmony - Commercial Understanding the characteristics of each hard surface and the applications in which it is to be used is the first step towards how your project will look, feel and wear into the future. We offer the finest tile solutions and latest in porcelain stoneware technology to designers, architects and builders who share a focus on quality finishes, harmonious design and environmental sustainability. Our materials are produced under strict environmental control measures, and within the guidelines of various international standards – such as ISO 14001 and EMAS. Our experienced team will support you in the selection process, as well as provide guidelines for installation, warranties and maintenance. We also supply technical certifications and slip ratings for our pedestrian surface materials. There is no project too large or too small for Rocks On’s commercial selection of heavy duty, easy to maintain surfaces. Roca Ventilated Facade System The Roca Ventilated Façade System consists of fitting porcelain stoneware panels on an aluminium structure that has previously been fixed to an existing façade or substrate, which does not require special preparation. The porcelain tile panels are joined to the structure by metal hooks or fixtures, so no fixing or grouting material is required. The system is designed for new buildings and for renovation, offering interesting advantages compared to traditional fixing systems. It can be used for a wide variety of applications, including houses, blocks of apartments, office buildings, shopping centres, hospitals, schools and so on.