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Table Of Contents The Nile Co. Heritage & Quality 5 About the Quartzite Collection 6 Colors 8 Tiles 11 Sheets 21 Technical Data 24 2 3
THE NILE CO. HERITAGE & QUALITY THE NILE CO., FOUNDED IN 1942, IS ONE OF THE LARGEST MANUFACTURERS OF HIGH QUALITY CEMENT AND TERRAZZO TILES IN EGYPT & THE MIDDLE EAST. ITS PRODUCT RANGE INCLUDES HANDMADE ENCAUSTIC CEMENT TILES, DOUBLE- LAYER AND SINGLE-LAYER TERRAZZO TILES, DECORATIVE OUTDOOR AND PAVEMENT TILES, AND NATURAL QUARTZITE STONE TILES FOR INDOOR AND OUTDOOR USE. A pioneer in the cement tile industry, the Nile Co. is continuously developing and upgrading its products and manufacturing techniques by adopting the most up-to-date technology in the field. Vertical expansion all along the supply chain has enabled the Nile Co. to control every aspect of the production process; from the extraction of raw materials to the transportation, processing and manufacturing of the tiles; thus ensuring the quality and consistency of their finished product. They are currently the only Egyptian manufacturer to produce tiles that can handle up to 240/cm 3 and have a production capacity of 4000 sq.m. per day, which is unmatched by any of its local peers. The Nile Co. has supplied a vast range of projects and clients, from large-scale public projects to sports clubs, schools & universities, and hospitality, commercial and residential projects. Its list of clients and projects is a testament to the trust and confidence placed in its products by some of the largest and most established architectural consultants and construction firms in the region. The company was founded by Ibrahim Abdel Hafiz, a pioneering Egyptian industrialist who personally ran its operations for over 60 years. Today, the Nile Co. continues to be managed by the next generation of the family, building on over 70 years of history and experience in making world-class quality cement tiles. 4 5
STONE With its unique pattern variations, color depth and textured surface, quartzite brings a natural beauty to indoor and outdoor environments. The distinctive tiles are used on floors and walls as claddings in facades, terraces and gardens, indoor flooring and decoration, and are available in a range of neutral colors. Quartzite is a metamorphic rock formed by the alteration of sandstone due to heat, pressure and chemical activity. Its rough surface is textured and uneven, which gives it a unique and beautiful appearance. The interlocking crystalline structure of quartzite makes it an incredibly strong, tough, durable rock. Quartzite is resistant to acids, alkalines and salts, and provides superior insulation against extreme changes in temperature and humidity, which makes it an ideal material for coastal areas. It insulates against heat, cold and water and is electricity resistant. It is also easy to clean and does not discolor with exposure to weather conditions over time. Harder and more resistant to stains than slate and even granite, quartzite is superior to both in many uses. While frequently compared to slate in appearance, quartzite is more durable, stronger (handling loads of up to 2000kg/cm3), less absorbent and is more resistant to most chemicals and environmental conditions than slate. 6 7
COLORS QUARTZITE STONE FROM THE NILE CO. S QUARRIES IN UPPER EGYPT COMES IN A RANGE OF NATURAL COLORS, FROM PINKS AND REDS, TO GREYS AND GREENS. AS IT IS A NATURAL MATERIAL, COLOR VARIATIONS CAN OCCUR WITHIN THE SAME TILE/ BLOCK AND NO TWO TILES ARE EXACTLY THE SAME. BLACK BRICK GREEN PINK RED SILVER GREENISH GREY PINKISH GREY 8 9
TILES OUR QUARTZITE STONE IS AVAILABLE IN 15 DIFFERENT TILE SIZES TO SUIT ANY SURFACE OR USAGE REQUIRED. SMALL, MEDIUM AND LARGE TILE SIZES ARE AVAILABLE, AS WELL AS RANDOM ORGANIC SHAPES WHICH ARE IDEAL FOR GARDEN PATHS OR CLADDINGS. TILES ARE PROFESSIONALLY CUT AT OUR QUARRIES AND FACTORY TO ENSURE CONSISTENCY OF SIZE AND QUALITY OF THE CUT. 10 11
TILES 10x20 TILE CODE: QRZ-TIL-001 SIZE: 10x20 cm COLOR: Black * 10x30 TILE CODE: QRZ-TIL-002 SIZE: 10x30 cm COLOR: Silver * 10x40 TILE CODE: QRZ-TIL-003 SIZE: 10x40 cm COLOR: Red * 15x30 TILE CODE: QRZ-TIL-004 SIZE: 15x30 cm COLOR: Black * * For color availability of tile sizes, please refer to technical data page. 12 20x40 SILVER QUARTZITE AT GEZIRA SPORTING CLUB 13
TILES 15x40 TILE CODE: QRZ-TIL-005 SIZE: 15x40 cm COLOR: Red * 20x30 TILE CODE: QRZ-TIL-006 SIZE: 20x30 cm COLOR: Pink * 20x40 TILE CODE: QRZ-TIL-007 SIZE: 20x40 cm COLOR: Brick * 20x50 TILE CODE: QRZ-TIL-008 SIZE: 20x50 cm COLOR: Greenish Grey * * For color availability of tile sizes, please refer to technical data page. 14 40x60 GREENISH GREY QUARTZITE 15
TILES 20x60 TILE CODE: QRZ-TIL-009 SIZE: 20x60 cm COLOR: Pinkish Grey * 30x40 TILE CODE: QRZ-TIL-010 SIZE: 30x40 cm COLOR: Pinkish Grey * 30x60 TILE CODE: QRZ-TIL-011 SIZE: 30x60 cm COLOR: Pinkish Grey * 30x110 TILE CODE: QRZ-TIL-014 SIZE: 30x110 cm COLOR: Pinkish Grey * * For color availability of tile sizes, please refer to technical data page. 16 PINKISH GREY QUARTZITE AT EIN BAY RESORT, EIN SOKHNA 17
TILES 40x40 TILE CODE: QRZ-TIL-012 SIZE: 40x40 cm COLOR: Greenish Grey * 40x60 TILE CODE: QRZ-TIL-013 SIZE: 30x40 cm COLOR: Pinkish Grey * RANDOM CUTS CODE: QRZ-TIL-015 SIZE: Various COLOR: Red * * For color availability of tile sizes, please refer to technical data page. RANDOM CUTS PINKISH GREY QUARTZITE AT EIN BAY RESORT, EIN SOKHNA 18 19
SHEETS QUARTZITE SHEETS FEATURE SMALL MOSAIC-LIKE CUTS OF STONE THAT ARE PRE-ASSEMBLED ON A SHEET FOR EASY INSTALLATION IN AREAS SUCH AS FEATURE WALLS, BATHROOM WALLS, CHIMNEY BREASTS, NICHES AND OTHER DECORATIVE INTERIOR FEATURES. AVAILABLE IN THREE DIFFERENT SIZES AND THE FULL RANGE OF QUARTZITE COLORS. 20 21
SHEETS 30x30 SHEET CODE: QRZ-SHT-001 SIZE: sheet 30x30 cm Pcs 5x5 cm COLOR: Brick * 15x45 SHEET CODE: QRZ-SHT-004 SIZE: sheet 15x45 cm Pcs 2x5 cm COLOR: Red * 15x60 SHEET (SMALL) CODE: QRZ-SHT-002 SIZE: sheet 15x60 cm Pcs 3 cm COLOR: Greenish Grey * 15x60 SHEET (LARGE) CODE: QRZ-SHT-003 SIZE: sheet 15x60 cm Pcs 5 cm COLOR: Greenish Grey * * All sheets can be custom-made in any of the colors available in the color palette. 22 15x45 SHEET PINK QUARTZITE 23
TECHNICAL DATA MATERIALS Natural quartzite stone FINISHES Unpolished & uncoated Unpolished & coated Polished & uncoated Polished & coated APPLICATIONS Indoor & outdoor, Walls & floors Decorative interior & exterior wall claddings in residential & commercial projects (exterior walls, chimney breasts, interior feature walls, niches, bathroom walls). Also suitable for interior & exterior flooring (terraces, gardenpaths, walkways, garages, parking areas, roads). Not recommended for kitchen floors. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MATERIAL CHARACTERISTICS SIZE CM THICKNESS TILES/SQ.M. AVAILABLE COLORS TEST AVG. RESULT 10x20 1-2 cm 50 All Colors 10x30 1-2 cm 33.3 All Colors 10x40 1-2 cm 25 All Colors 15x30 1-2 cm 22.2 All Colors 15x40 1-2 cm 16.67 All Colors 20x30 1-2 cm 16.67 All Colors 20x40 1-2 cm 12.5 Pinkish Grey, Red, Greenish Grey, Green, Brick, Pink 20x50 2.5-4 cm 10 Pinkish Grey, Greenish Grey, Brick 20x60 2.5-4 cm 8.33 Pinkish Grey, Greenish Grey, Brick 30x40 3-5 cm 8.33 Pinkish Grey, Red, Greenish Grey, Brick 30x60 3-5 cm 5.56 Pinkish Grey, Greenish Grey, Brick 40x40 2-3.5 cm 6.25 Pinkish Grey, Greenish Grey, Brick 40x60 2.5-4 cm 4.17 Pinkish Grey, Greenish Grey, Brick 30x110 3-5.5 cm 3.03 Pinkish Grey Random Cuts 30x30 Sheet (5x5 pcs) 15x60 Sheet (3cm pcs) 15x60cm Sheet (5cm pcs) Walls 2.5-4 cm Floors 2.5-5 cm Varies All Colors 1-2 cm 11.11 sheets Pinkish Grey, Red, Greenish Grey, Green, Brick, Pink 1-2 cm 11.11 sheets All Colors 1-2 cm 11.11 sheets All Colors Acid Reaction 0% Bending/Flexural Strength 2073kg/cm 2 Water Absorption 0.16% Volumetric Weight 2.67/cm 3 Polishing Susceptability 80% INSTALLATION & CARE Portland cement should be used in installing quartzite stone tiles, ensuring that sand used in the prepartion of the cement mortar is clean and without impurities. floor installation, an under-layer of clean sand with a thickness of 7-12cm should be laid beneath the tiles. Cement mortar should be of a semi-liquid consistency and of a thickness of at least 2cm. White cement should be used for grouting, with constant cleaning during installation. Quartzite tiles may be sealed with a clear epoxy layer to keep tiles clean and prevent staining and discoloration. Quartzite tiles should be regularly cleaned and maintained to extend the life and beauty of the tile. The tiles can be cleaned with a PH neutral mild detergent. Staining may occur if the tile is left unsealed. Spills should be cleaned quickly to lessen the degree of the stain. Do not use abrasive cleaners, powders, scouring pads, steel wool or sandpaper. Do not let soap, bleach or other cleaning solutions set on the surface. 15x45cm Sheet (2x5cm pcs) 1-2 cm 14.81 sheets All Colors Quartzite tiles can be custom-ordered in additional sizes, for example 60x60, 50x50, 30x30, 10x60 and more. 24 25
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