The Best Applications for Cladding & Split Face Tiles

First, a brief history of cladding and split face tiles: specifically developed to offer more texture and 3D impact to any wall, these tiles were created without taking into account leftover materials from the creation of other format tiles. However, compared to other tile formats, they incur a lot less waste during installation because of their inherent variation in thickness and length of individual pieces stuck together. This is because any broken pieces can be easily replaced or used in another area of the installation without being noticeable.

What distinguishes split face tiles from claddings?

Claddings, which can be composed of a variety of materials such as PVC, ceramic, and natural stones, are generally used to cover the outside and interior of buildings. However, all of the claddings we provide are composed of rigid Z-shaped natural slate tiles that fit into one another to create the overall installation. This gives the wall they are installed on a wonderful, organic three-dimensional appearance.

Smaller pieces of natural marble or travertine are used to create split face tiles, which are arranged in the standard mosaic shape on a flexible sheet, but with no grouting spaces. Across our three distinct ranges, split face ranges come in two sizes: 23 x 48 mm individual piece size and 48 x 100 mm individual piece size.

Where are split face tiles and claddings most effectively used?

In any case, you can use these format tiles both inside and outside of your house. If cladding and split face tiles are used outdoors, however, a waterproof membrane should be placed between them and any living area wall to prevent moisture buildup over time due to shifting weather conditions. This is because there are no grouting gaps between the pieces. Apart from this crucial stage, you have complete control over where you install your new split face tiles and natural stone cladding in your house.

Split faces and claddings as a feature wall.

No matter how much you try to improve a room's appearance with new furniture, paint, etc., the shape of the space might take the life out of a certain room. However, nothing transforms a space like a feature wall with split face or cladding tiles; it makes the space come to life and establishes the ideal focal point around which everything else can be placed.

External application

A protective moisture barrier should be placed between your tiles and the walls of your living area because, as was previously mentioned, split face tiles and claddings cannot be grouted because of the way they are made. Your external walls can be completely transformed with claddings and split face tiles, which give the impression that the wall has been rebuilt rather than embellished. Split face and cladding tiles offer an unparalleled variation in texture, lighting, and shadows.

However, the exterior use of these two materials is unrestricted. They can be used to cover the walls of a garage, an outdoor boundary wall, a raised pond, or a swimming pool, practically any wall you desire to use them on.

Extra advantages

Because our claddings and split face walls are manufactured using natural stones, they have an extra advantage that most people don't realise until they consider these formats or after they are installed: they significantly increase the insulation of any wall they are installed on. For example, an installation that is more comprehensive over an exterior wall with an installation of cladding or split face will help with heat retention.

Available options for claddings and split face tiles.

With the increasing popularity of these 2 sought after formats, the options available are increasing year on year. We now have available many different colours of slate cladding tiles from our Oyster Slate Cladding Panels – Riven to our Black Slate Cladding Panels – Riven and many more.

We also have available many types of stone ranges which has a split face line up from Crema Marfil Marble Mosaic - Split Face to our Ivory and Silver Travertine - Split Face

Many options in colour, and stone types between claddings and split face are available, all you now need to do is choose your favourite to create your own special environment.