Clinker tiles today are widely used in finishing the facades and plinths of buildings for various purposes - both residential and public. However, this material is used no less actively in the interior - in particular, it is used to create spatial accents, decorate fireplaces, staircases, windows, etc.

Due to such characteristics as water resistance, clinker tiles can also be used as cladding for baths, saunas and swimming pools. It turns out that this material can be called universal - it is durable, does not attract dirt, and is easy to clean.

Photo: clinker tiles in the interior of a private house

Main advantages

If you are afraid whether clinker tiles will be appropriate in the interior, then you need to evaluate their practicalities, which include:

Types of clinker tiles

Tile painting is carried out using natural dyes, which ensures not only the harmlessness of the materials, but also the widest range of colors. The main shades here are orange, brown, yellow, white and red.

Types of clinker tiles for bricks

The material can also be classified according to surface texture into:

• rustic (like rough-hewn stone),
• smooth,
• rough.

Photo: clinker tiles in the kitchen interior

There are also different variations in size and shape - either a square (standard size 240 or 300 mm) or a rectangle. The thickness of the tiles may also differ - most often this value is in the range of 12-65 mm.

Features of use in the interior

Clinker tiles are used. This is fully consistent with modern design trends. Since the material is considered universal, its use is justified and appropriate everywhere - from the office to the bedroom, including hallways, recreation areas, libraries and billiard rooms.

Photo: clinker tiles in the interior of a hairdressing salon

It is important that tiles can be used both throughout the room and only on part of the surfaces being finished - this depends on the overall stylistic concept, as well as on the area of ​​the room. Brick-like clinker will bring a special atmosphere and vintage mood to the interior, and can also perfectly focus attention on unusual interior details.

Clinker tiles go well with antique furniture

Antique furniture, forged lamps and unsurpassed glass elements With such tiles they look very bright and rich. A suitable addition to the material is original textiles - velvet or shiny satin, as well as stucco, classic wallpaper in the Old English style, and aged wood.

Thanks to the variety of textures and colors, clinker tiles allow you to realize any design fantasies:

• loft style in a studio apartment,
• bedroom in the spirit of Parisian attics,
• Provence in the dining room,
• an impeccable classic in the office.

Balconies also look great framed with clinker tiles and combined with luxurious green flowers. This material would be appropriate and or.

Popular interior projects using clinker tiles

Clinker tiles are excellent for decoration interior walls, because with its help you can create an amazing and stylish interior.

With its help you can implement classic interior using tiles for cladding columns. It is important that you can vary the shades of clinker, creating contrasts. For example, a very common combination is the combination of anthracite and white pearls. These colors allow you to create a cozy and warm atmosphere.

IN modern interiors clinker tiles play a leading role. Surfaces lined in this way are in harmony with high-tech office equipment, wooden parquet And modern furniture with inserts of chromed metal and glass. Such projects successfully combine materials with a smooth and aged texture. By the way, for fireplace rooms, clinker tiles will be the best option - both practical and inexpensive.

Photo: white brick-like clinker tiles in the interior

Brave design solution You can also call the use of clinker tiles in. This option will be especially relevant for boys, as it will create an unrivaled atmosphere of a knight’s castle. In addition, this material will form an excellent composition with bright pieces of children's furniture.

Photo: white brick-like clinker tiles

So, with the help of clinker tiles you can reproduce the interiors of the following style:

• hi-tech,
• loft,
• industrial style,
• pop art,
• vintage,
• medieval Gothic,
• english classics,
• french provence,
• ethno,
• modern styles.

The original interior decor makes the room unique and gives it individuality. Clinker tiles for interior decoration walls - practical material, which gives neatness to the walls, adding a special twist to the design. It is used not only for internal lining, but is also often used to decorate the façade of a building.

Clinker tile manufacturing technology

Clinker tiles are made from slate or peat species clays, which are characterized by high environmental friendliness and naturalness. The peculiarity of its production technology is the long (about 36 hours) process of high-temperature firing (from 1200 to 1500 ° C). It is the prolonged exposure to high temperatures that gives this material special strength, providing it with a monolithic waterproof structure. Firing takes place in tunnel kilns, and then the tiles are gradually cooled, this promotes the appearance of natural shades and textures that do not change over time.

Another feature of the production of clinker material is its standard dimensions, which correspond to standard sizes bricks To obtain exactly this shape, the pre-prepared mixture is distributed along a conveyor by pressing or extrusion. Only the thickness of the tile can vary from 8 to 21 mm. As a rule, thinner types of clinker tiles are used for interior wall decoration, which as a result will not hide the space in the room.

Types of clinker tiles for interior decoration

Clinker tiles, which are used for interior decoration, are divided into the following types according to their purpose:

The clinker tiles offered on the market can be divided into the following types based on the type of texture of the outer layer:

• Smooth - universal look, can be used for finishing any premises, simple and easy to maintain;
• Glazed - such tiles have a very smooth and shiny surface and are very popular for interior decoration due to their stylish appearance;
• Rough - this texture makes it possible to use tiles for decorating corridors, bedrooms, living rooms, and other rooms where there is no likelihood of constant contamination (for example, in the kitchen) using various individual design techniques in creating interiors;
• Rustic - this material is particularly rough appearance, or an imitation of aged stone or brick is made. It is especially popular in extravagant interiors in loft, industrial and other styles.

Among the varieties of colors, clinker tiles also have a wide variety. And since they are used as dyes natural materials- this ensures safety and environmental friendliness decorative covering. For uniformity and durability, paint is added to clay mixture. In addition, this ensures pristine color throughout the entire service life, without traces from exposure to moisture, sunlight or chemicals.

The main colors of the produced tiles are red and brown, which further increases their resemblance to brick. But there are others on sale color solutions, and glazed clinker tiles may even have unexpected colors(silver, white).

Advantages and Disadvantages

This finishing material has a large number of advantages that make it popular and in demand:

One of the significant disadvantages of clinker tiles is their high cost, as well as the high cost adhesive compositions for styling. Another drawback is correct installation, which, although not very complex, still requires some experience and knowledge. When choosing this finishing material, you should be very careful and know the subtleties of the difference. quality material from low-quality ones to protect yourself from making the wrong purchase.

Laying features

Installation of clinker tiles requires compliance with a certain sequence of actions that are necessary for high-quality styling and ensuring the durability and resistance of the decorative coating.

The first step is preparation. At this stage it is necessary to perform the following actions:

Important! Since clinker tiles are a fairly expensive material, it is necessary to try to most accurately calculate the required quantity.

To carry out installation work no availability required special tool, you can cope with the task if you have smooth and serrated spatulas and rubber mallet. And evenness and equal distances between the tiles can be ensured by using special mounting crosses of varying thicknesses. If you need to cut tiles, use a regular tile cutter or grinder with diamond blade, as well as a glass cutter. A diamond crown is suitable for cutting rosette holes.

Laying work should be carried out in the following sequence:

Important! Before laying, the tiles are placed in water for a while to soak.

After all materials have completely dried, you can begin to clean the surface of construction dirt and adhesive.

Clinker tiles are often used in interiors various styles to create original combinations or contrasts. It is often used to completely finish the wall on which the fireplace is located; it not only looks original, but also provides special protection to the room, since it is not flammable material and not highlighting harmful substances when heated. This finishing material is capable of creating an imitation of brick or stone, which is especially important for high-tech and Provence styles.

High performance properties and quality characteristics clinker, thanks to a special production technology, ensure this material is in demand among consumers and popular among designers, such as universal material to create original interior solutions

Any homeowner, when starting to decorate the interiors of their properties, wants to give them a neat and beautiful appearance, consistent with a certain design style, and, if possible, also add a kind of “zest” that attracts the eye, but at the same time ideally harmonizes with the general direction. As such an “accent”, clinker tiles with.

Many may think that " brick interior" - not comfortable enough. But, firstly, there is no arguing about tastes, secondly, the styles of decorating rooms differ in many ways, and thirdly, you can observe moderation in everything - it is not at all necessary to cover all the walls with similar images - sometimes a small area is quite enough to give the premises a unique look. In a word, clinker tiles for interior wall decoration are a fairly popular material. This will be discussed in this publication.

What are clinker tiles?

What and how are clinker products made from?

Some owners, due to inexperience, may believe that the mysterious term “clinker” hides some kind of innovative high-tech material, one of those that is added to the range from time to time construction market. It turns out - nothing like that. The growing popularity of clinker products, rather, can be traced back to past traditions, to the proven technologies of the masters of the past.

The boom in industrial and urban construction that swept Europe in the 19th century forced the search for new approaches to the production of materials - traditional hewn blocks from quarries were critically lacking. German and Dutch masters mastered the technology of high-temperature firing of products made from special, carefully selected types of clay. The experiment was successful - the resulting bricks were distinguished by the highest strength qualities, durability, and water resistance. They were successfully used for the construction of plinths and walls, and for paving roads - the excellent characteristics of the material are proven by the fact that buildings a century and a half old and old pavements still serve faithfully, without losing their aesthetic qualities.

In principle, general technology The production of clinker products has not changed much to this day. Of course, the most modern equipment is used, but just as before, the clay is carefully sorted and cleaned, additional mineral components are introduced into it, molded (manually or using the extrusion method), and then fired at temperatures of 1200 ºC and above. As a result, the mineral mass is sintered almost to a glassy phase, which determines the unique advantages of the resulting materials.

High-quality clinker has high density, uniformity of structure. When you tap it with a hammer, it produces a distinctly clear sound. There is a version that, apparently, from the Dutch word “klink”, one of the meanings of which is “ringing, ringing sound", and the generally accepted name of the material came about.

Initially, clinker was produced in the form of bricks and paving blocks. Over time, fashion led to the appearance of facing tiles that imitate natural masonry. The material is quite expensive, and not everyone can afford to lay the walls of their house with natural clinker bricks - it’s easier to use facade finishing, which will be practically no different from a real brick wall.

The modern range of clinker products is very wide - in addition to the listed facade materials, special profile elements are produced for ebb and flow, window sills, window and door slopes, fences, stairs and open areas. Clinker has also been used in the field of interior decoration - none of the other materials can so reliably imitate brickwork. Such tiles are used for decorating the walls of residential or utility rooms, and for cladding stoves and fireplaces. The advantages of this material make it truly universal.

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What are the advantages of clinker tiles?

So, what are the qualities that make clinker tiles so attractive?

• First of all, it is the unsurpassed strength and wear resistance of the material. Damaging it externally is extremely difficult even if desired, and the durability of such a finish (with high-quality installation), in principle, is not limited to any time period.
• Tiles, subject to proper and regular care, do not lose their decorative qualities throughout their entire service life, even in the most unfavorable conditions.

• The material is absolutely clean from an environmental point of view. No toxic chemicals are used in its production chemical compounds. Whatever the operating conditions, it will not harm either people or the environment.
• A special advantage is the extremely low water absorption of clinker, usually not exceeding 3%. Without any fear, clinker tiles of this quality can be used in rooms with high humidity, for finishing bathrooms, swimming pools, bathhouses, fountains, etc. True, finishing materials for interior work are produced in which this figure is even higher, but for ordinary residential premises this is not at all critical.

• The low water absorption of the material also determines its excellent resistance to temperature changes. Clinker is highly frost-resistant (150 or more cycles of deep freezing and thawing), that is, it is excellent for exterior finishing facade, not to mention the cladding of walls in hallways, entrances, entrance vestibules and other unheated rooms.

• For finishing materials, always one of the most important criteria choice is to ensure fire safety. With this, clinker tiles are in perfect order: they are non-flammable, and when exposed to flame or high temperatures will not emit gaseous products hazardous to human health.
• Many types of finishes are avoided on walls exposed to direct sun rays– their ultraviolet component leads to rapid fading of the material. This does not apply at all to clinker tiles, since they will retain their original “juicy” appearance from first to last day its use.

Decorative qualities of the material

Some inexperienced homeowners believe that “brickwork” is “cold” and very monotonous. It must be admitted that such people are greatly misled, and, apparently, because they have not familiarized themselves with the catalogs of clinker tiles for.

To say that tiles are available in a wide range is an understatement. The variety is so great that it sometimes even makes it difficult to make a choice. optimal option- everyone is so good.

The samples presented in the catalogs will satisfy any, without exaggeration, taste. Some people like clear shapes, emphasized neatness of the strict geometry of the masonry. There are lovers of antiquity - and their attention will be attracted by “aged” tiles, which externally give the appearance that the wall has already been touched by erosion over time. Collections that emphasize the “unevenness” of brick firing look very original - alternating darkened and lighter areas. Finishes are in demand, in individual tiles of which foreign inclusions are deliberately introduced - coals, fragments of minerals and others.

By the way, the developers and designers of clinker tiles “play with” not only the traditional color of bricks - the shade designs are also presented in a wide variety, from white, as if only after whitewashing, to almost black.

Important Feature– most samples of clinker tiles are colored “in bulk”, that is, such finishing is not afraid of abrasive effects - the decorative effect will not suffer at all from possible abrasions or chips. It is also noteworthy that previously clinker was produced mainly in a monotonous color scheme characteristic of baked clay, then over time technology has learned to give it the most different shades. Moreover, no artificial dyes are used for this - variation in shades is achieved by component changes in the original mineral mass from which the products are formed.

For finishing walls in bathrooms, in rooms where frequent wet cleaning is required, clinker tiles coated with a layer of transparent or colored glaze would be preferable. A variety of, and sometimes quite unexpected, color options are also possible here.

Most models of clinker tiles for wall decoration are designed in traditional brick sizes. Since these products mostly come from foreign manufacturers, then the standards are mainly European. However, the range also includes a format that is more familiar to us – RF.

More details about the possible formats of clinker tiles are in the table below:

Illustration	Format name	Linear dimensions (width and height) of the tile, mm
European standards
	NF format	240×71
	RF format	240×65
	DF format	240×52
	2DF format	240×113
	WF format	210×50
	WDF format	215×65
	Format long NF or LNF	295×71
American standards
	Modular size - MS	193×57
	Closed size - CS	193×92
	Normal size - NS	295×57
	Jumbo Norman size - JN	295×71
	Standard size - US	295×92

The thickness of clinker tiles for finishing brick walls varies from 7 to 17÷18 mm. But for interior design, it is advisable to choose the thinnest options - large loads are not expected, and there is no point in over-weighting the cladding.

Many manufacturers also accompany their clinker tile models with corner elements - this way, the design of corners, if necessary, becomes more accurate. In this case, the size of the long shelf (spoon) corresponds to the tile format, and the length of the short shelf (head) is usually 115 mm.

Recommendations for choosing clinker tiles for interior decoration

Where in the interior is it appropriate to use clinker cladding?

As a rule, clinker tiles in interior decoration are used in fragments - for cladding one wall or even certain areas on it. There are several design techniques for this:

• Shifting the emphasis to one of the walls. Classic version This approach, for example, cladding the wall in the bedroom at the head of the bed, which is welcome in some design styles. This approach is quite possible in other rooms.

• Very often, brick-like clinker tiles are used for lining a kitchen “apron” - this is where a combination of strength and low hygroscopicity of the finish is required.

• In any room such cladding is used, especially if it is used different models tiles are capable of visually zoning a room, as if dividing it into areas of different functional purposes.

• Well, if the house has a fireplace (even if it is purely for decorative purposes), then it’s probably not worth coming up with something better than clinker cladding for them.

• In hallways and corridors it makes sense to think about cladding lower parts walls, where mechanical impacts on them and the entry of dampness and dirt carried in with shoes from the street are most likely.
• Clinker imitation brickwork is used to finish the perimeters of door and window openings, corners, columns, and other interior details.

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Of course, all these listed examples are not a complete dogma, and each apartment owner, acting as his own designer, can choose any other option.

Clinker tiles for brickwork can be used in most of the interior design styles that are popular these days. It is ideal for minimalist “loft” and “high-tech” interiors, indispensable for lovers of “Gothic”, and fits perfectly into the “rustic” design of “Provence” or “country” styles. Well, lined with brick will fit perfectly into the interior of any style.

It’s not easy to give advice in such matters - we’d better recommend watching an interesting video that presents ready-made interior solutions using clinker tile cladding. Who knows, maybe someone will immediately find the perfect option for themselves.

Video: interesting options for using clinker tiles for interior decoration

The popularity of clinker tiles is growing, and the increased demand determines the attempts of some large and small companies to occupy a niche in the production of this material. However, in order to produce real clinker, very precise adherence to the entire technological chain is required - from the selection of high-quality raw materials to strict adherence to firing regimes. And on semi-handicraft or on equipment not intended for these purposes, create necessary conditions- impossible.

Unfortunately, we have to admit that there are often samples on sale that are presented as clinker, but in fact they are not. Yes, this is a fairly high-quality “brick-like” product, but due to its physical, technical and operational characteristics It is very far from a real clinker plant. And in order not to give your money for a product of dubious merit, it is better to opt for well-known brands whose product quality does not raise concerns.

Company name, logo	Brief information about the brand
"Feldhaus Klinker"(Germany)	One of the most reputable companies in this field of production, with more than a century and a half of experience. It probably represents the most diverse assortment, both in formats and external design tiles - more than 500 models are currently produced. It is rightly considered the leading “trend setter” in the field of clinker finishing. True, the prices for products under this logo are very impressive.
"Robin"(Germany)	Another largest German manufacturer of ceramic building and finishing materials. Clinker tiles are presented in 14 collections, with a wide variety of textures and a rich variety of colors. Mostly the products come in a non-standard European format - 240 × 71 mm.
"STRÖHER"(Germany)	The company presents finishing materials of the highest quality. A distinctive feature is antique styling with a simultaneous light glossy finish, which greatly simplifies the care of lined surfaces - dirt and dust do not linger on them and are easily washed off with water. The assortment includes tiles of an unusual elongated format “Glanzstücke” - 440 × 52 mm, which gives the finish a very interesting look. Prices for the material can be considered very high.
"ABC Klinkergruppe"(Germany)	The clinker tiles of this company are in steady demand. The top sellers are always models from the “Austria” collection, which are stylized to resemble medieval brickwork. Another advantage of the product is its relatively low price compared to other German competitors.
"Sierragres"(Spain)	Spanish manufacturers are also famous for the quality and wide variety of clinker products. Sierragres has its own testing laboratories, which guarantees strict compliance of products with all current quality and durability standards.
"Ceramika Paradyz"(Poland)	The products of this Polish company provide quite worthy competition to the “heavyweights”. Perhaps the range of clinker tiles it represents is not so wide, but if the commercially available collection of this brand is suitable, then the buyer will be pleasantly surprised by the affordable cost of the material.
"Houson"(China)	These clinker tiles are clear proof that the term “made in China” does not mean something negative. The products of the Houson company have earned recognition from Russian consumers - both in terms of range and high quality. The price of the material also seems affordable, especially since for residents of the eastern regions of Russia, the price of the tiles will not include significant transport charges, as is the case with European-made products. The brick-look wall tiles from this manufacturer are slightly different in format from the European ones - this should be taken into account when choosing (200×60 mm and 240×60 mm)
"Ecoclinker"(Novocheboksarsk, Russia)	The production of high-quality clinker products is also being established in Russia. A striking example of this is the Ecoclinker plant launched in Chuvashia. Despite the “youth” of the manufacturer, the quality of products with this logo has already been assessed by professional finishers. The range of products is constantly expanding, and the price is aimed specifically at domestic consumers, that is, it is kept within the framework of general availability.

How many clinker tiles will you need?

So, such a finishing material cannot be called cheap, which means that when planning a purchase, you need to decide in advance on its scale in order to calculate the upcoming costs. The calculator below can help with this.

How to choose in which cases clinker is suitable, and in which - porcelain stoneware?

The main differences between clinker and porcelain stoneware are heat resistance, thickness and special rough texture. Therefore, façade clinker tiles should be chosen for interior decoration in two cases:

• if you need to achieve the most realistic brickwork effect
• if you are decorating a fireplace.

In other cases, it is better to prefer porcelain stoneware “brick-like” or “stone-like”. Why? There are several reasons:

• Porcelain tile is thinner and lighter - it does not “eat up” useful space.
• Wider choice of shapes, textures and decorative elements.
• Porcelain tiles are easier to cut for lining niches, openings and small architectural details.

In the photo: brick-look porcelain tiles Cir & Serenissima New York.

Wide selection of porcelain tiles, stylized wild stone, brick or paving stones can be found in the assortment of the following factories:

When choosing clinker for the kitchen, living room or fireplace, consult with the specialists of the Art Real salon. Our managers will introduce you to the range of clinker tiles in stock and on order, and designers will offer interesting options decorating your interior.

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You can buy the best German clinker tiles for facades, plinths, and interior wall decoration on our website and stores in Moscow, Mytishchi with delivery throughout the Moscow region. We offer a range of products from leading companies: Feldhaus Klinker, Roben, STROHER, Westerwalder, ADW. The cladding is produced in collections of various sizes, colors, and configurations.

What is clinker? This is a durable, environmentally friendly product obtained by sintering refractory shale clays with additives at temperatures of 1250 C and above. Has excellent decorative external data. For these qualities, designers prefer coating when finishing work.

Material advantages

• does not emit harmful substances
• low level of water absorption - no more than 3%
• frost resistance – withstands 250 freezing/thawing cycles
• wear resistance, strength
• does not conduct electricity
• Not afraid of rain, snow, chemicals
• does not fade in the sun, does not burn
• service life more than 50 years

The cladding is easy to install and easy to care for.

6 reasons to buy from us

• We are a dealer of 5 manufacturing plants
• price without markups, monthly promotions, discounts
• we'll select desired color, invoice
• always in stock products in stock and assortment
• 2 stores in Moscow and Mytishchi, we deliver goods throughout the Moscow region
• product warranty

Finishing saves

• money - the price of 1 m2 is much lower than the cost of facing bricks
• time – the installation process is quick and technically uncomplicated
• overhead costs - does not require maintenance during operation

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For facade, plinth

Products for the façade and plinth are made of high-strength ceramics. Used as finishing for walls made of concrete, foam concrete, wood. The load on the foundation is insignificant due to its low weight. Therefore, it is possible to cladding not only newly erected buildings of any number of storeys, but also to restore dilapidated housing.

Facade brickwork - bright finish various designs. Products differ in overall dimensions, thickness (9÷25 mm), range of shades, texture. The surface can be chosen shiny, matte, rough, embossed, with various additives or an aged effect.

Ideal material for giving a structure unique decor. Many people are stopped only by the cost per m2. But it's worth the cost. The finish will last at least 50 years. You will save money on restoration, which will have to be done in a few years if you finish it with a different coating.

For interior wall decoration

They are used not only for exterior, but also for interior wall decoration: rooms, bedrooms, corridors, kitchens, fireplaces, arches, doorways, window openings. You can decorate all walls, one or fragments, focusing on a specific area.

Brick goes with any finishing coatings, so designers often resort to combined design.

Products with smooth surface– they are easy to wash. If you want to make the decor more original, pay attention to samples with a rough relief texture, or “aged” samples.

The collections are presented in a wide range of colors - from white to charcoal black. You can select the cladding according to overall dimensions, configuration, surface texture. Equipped with corner elements.

In what design styles are brick-like tiles used?

1. Minimalism. Emphasizes restraint with a touch of extravagance. Brown, dark brown or red masonry with various colors looks best in this interior.
2. Hi-tech. Decorating the walls of kitchens, rooms with modern furniture and appliances. Stone sets off glass or chrome surfaces, which emphasizes modern style interior
3. Country. Apartment interior, country houses where a fireplace is supposed to be installed, in the dining area.
4. Loft. Wall imitations production premises old factories.
5. Gothic. This is the registration of housing in medieval style, When natural stones and bricks were the only finishing materials. The emphasis is on the contrast of style solutions.