NRC-407

Grey wood grain looks like chengal that has weathered silver on an old porch, cool rather than cold. Ten random faces mean it can run across a large hall and a corridor without the eye catching the same plank twice, which grey gives away more readily than brown does. The satin texture is lightly textured and keeps the surface from glaring under white LED lighting. It pairs with the black window frames and grey stone counters common in newer builds. A box holds 8 planks of 150 x 900 mm, covering 1.08 m2 at 22 kg. Glazed ceramic will not silver further or split, which is the whole point.

• Does NRC-407 cope with Malaysian humidity?

  Yes. NRC-407 is glazed ceramic with 6 to 8 percent water absorption, so humid months do not make it swell, cup or warp the way timber and laminate can.

• How many boxes of NRC-407 for a 3 x 4 m bedroom?

  A 3 x 4 m room is 12 m². With 10 percent extra for cutting, that is 13 boxes, since each box of 8 planks (15 x 90 cm) covers 1.08 m² and weighs about 22 kg.

• Which rooms in a condo or landed house suit NRC-407?

  NRC-407 works on floors and walls in living and dining areas, study rooms and corridors. It is rated for interior use.

• What upkeep does NRC-407 need?

  Sweep, then mop with a mild floor cleaner. The glazed satin textured face needs no oiling, sanding or polish.