A+ FOR TILE: Surface Solutions for Schools

Performance Characteristics Required for School Surfaces

Crossville’s Argent 2.0™ porcelain tile

Because it could be many years before school budgets accommodate updating, it’s imperative that flooring and wall surfaces in school environments hold up to wear and tear and sustain design appeal for the long term.  Porcelain and ceramic tiles outlast and outperform other surfacing materials, making them the most cost-efficient surface materials in the long term. That’s one reason these tiles have long been a surfacing material of choice when it comes to institutional design of all types, including schools. Tile is also easier to clean and less expensive to maintain than many other materials.

About Crossville Cross-Sheen® Finish for High-Traffic Interior & Exterior Floors & Walls

Cross-Sheen is a proprietary, integrated finish that greatly enhances the protection of Crossville floor and wall tiles from the majority of scuffs, stains, and even most graffiti. By creating an advanced, easier-to-clean tile surface, Cross-Sheen allows for fast removal of unsightly marks using only mild cleaner, resulting in hassle-free cleaning and long-term performance of Crossville tile.  Learn more about Cross-Sheen and other proprietary finishes here.

Floor Tiles for Schools

Argent 2.0 porcelain floor tile

Argent 2.0 porcelain floor tile

Porcelain tile is a great option for school flooring because of its exceptional durability. It is resistant to scratches, dents, and wear, making it perfect for heavy foot traffic in educational environments. In addition, porcelain tile is easy to clean and maintain, offering resistance to stains, moisture, and bacteria. This low-maintenance nature helps keep school environments clean and healthy, reducing the time and cost associated with upkeep.

Wall Tile for Schools

Color Perspectives™ ceramic wall tile

Calce Porcelain Tile Panels by Laminan®, Color Perspectives wall tile

Porcelain, ceramic, and glass wall tiles are available in various colors, patterns, and textures, to offer endless possibilities for creating engaging and inspiring spaces that enhance learning environments and reflect school spirit. Strategic use of wall tiles can enhance wayfinding and add character, guiding students and visitors through school spaces with visual cues.

Outdoor Tiles for Schools

Carbon-neutral  Beljin™ porcelain exterior tile

From school courtyards and walkways to outdoor learning areas and recreational spaces, the possibilities for enhancing exterior environments with porcelain tile are endless. Outdoor tile should be practical—offering slip resistance, durability, easy maintenance, and weather resistance—but also visually appealing. Explore Crossville tile collections that excel for outdoor school surfaces by providing high performance while maintaining a stylish and welcoming atmosphere.

Sustainability in Schools

Argent 2.0 porcelain floor and wall tile

Sustainable school design prioritizes the health and well-being of students and faculty members by incorporating progressive building practices to protect both building occupants and the environment. For health and wellness, porcelain tile `is impermeable (making it inhospitable to the growth of mold, mildew, and bacteria), sanitary, and has zero VOCs (volatile organic compounds), thus contributing to good air quality.  All Crossville manufactured porcelain tiles are Green Squared Certified, the first multi-attribute sustainability standard developed for tiles and tile installation materials.We have EPD’s and Declare Labels for all tile we produce and our porcelain panels. And last, but not least, Crossville currently offers three carbon neutral porcelain tile collections, with more to come.( Learn all about our sustainability initiatives here.)

Case Studies

These are just a few of many projects that incorporated Crossville tile with sustainability and/or LEED credits at top of mind.

Moonstruck™  porcelain tile at Ivan G. Smith Elementary School, Danvers MA. Read the  case study.

Mainstreet™ porcelain tile at Mesa College, San Diego, CA. Read the   case study.

Calce porcelain panels by Laminam® and Retro Active 2.0 and Patterns™ porcelain floor and wall tile at Dennis Yarmouth Intermediate/Middle School in Yarmouth, MA. Read the case study.  (Photograph by Andrew Rugge. Copyright Perkins Eastman)

Crossville Surface Solutions for Schools

Color Blox 2.0™ wall tile, Notorious™ porcelain floor tile

Discover more floor and wall tile collections perfect for education design projects here, and be sure to order your free Crossville tile samples!

Great Design Starts With A Sample!

You can quickly and easily order a sample of any Crossville tile through Crossville’s Sample Express. To quickly order free tile samples, just   set up an account here  to get started. Once you have an account, ordering a tile sample is as simple as clicking a button — and samples are always free.

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