THE ADVANTAGES OF FACADES WITH FLORIM STONEWARE

Ventilated facades are high-end performance solutions for exterior cladding. The assembly not only allows to create an air gap between the substrate and the skin of the building to improve thermal performance and water resistance, but it also provides many more advantages thanks to the properties of porcelain slabs, available in many sizes up to 63''x126''.

Energy savings
The ventilation chamber enhances passive and natural air flow, reduces thermal loss and allows for an extra layer of insulation.
Low maintenance
Florim facades increase the building's durability and require almost no maintenance.
Weather resistant
Florim facades are extremely resistant to freeze-thaw cycles, salts, and acid rains, suitable for all weather conditions.
UV and stain resistant
Florim facades are non-porous, which makes them stain and graffiti resistant. They do also not change color over time.
Endless design options
A huge selection of colors, finishes and sizes up to 63''x126'', drawing inspiration from concrete, stone, marble, wood, and more.
Cost-effective solutions
A cost-effective cladding choice, thanks to its durability, energy efficiency, and low-cost maintenance.
Rainscreen effect
Florim facades keep moisture away from the building's structural wall, improving the durability of the waterproofing and Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ).
Lightweight
Florim facades are extremely lightweight, which allows to reduce stress on the building's structure and makes them suitable for renovations as well.
Made in Florim
Florim factories are based in Italy and in the USA. A technical team based in the USA will assist you on the entire process, providing local assistance.

FEATURED PROJECTS

Florim has successfully completed many projects in North America and worldwide. We are a solid partner with over 60 years of history and experience.

HIGH-RISE BUILDING

Long Island City, New York.
Mixed-Used Building.

CORPORATE BUILDiNG

San Francisco, California.
Corporate Offices.

Stacy Drive Luxury Home

STACY DRIVE LUXURY HOME

Westhampton Beach, New York.
Private Residence.

Centura HQ Facade

CENTURA HEADQUARTERS

Quebec City, Canada.
Corporate Offices.

Datalogic Ventilated Facade

DATALOGIC VENTILATED RAINSCREEN FACADE

Hatfield, Pennsylvania.
US Headquarters.

Washington Avenue Florim Facade

VENTILATED FACADE IN WASHINGTON AVENUE

New York, New York.
Multifamily Complex.

Ventilated Facade in 14th Street

VENTILATED RAINSCREEN FACADE IN 14TH STREET

New York, New York.
Multifamily Complex.

Ventanas Restaurant Facade

VENTANAS RESTAURANT

Fort Lee, New Jersey.
Restaurant space.‍

FROM CONCEPT TO COMPLETION

Florim Solution's team of engineers and architects will guide you through the design process, assisting you from the initial concept phase to the structural checks and construction. Florim offers "turnkey" solutions that include porcelain tiles and slabs, fastening systems, shop drawings, and stamped calculation reports.

Feasibility study

Feasibility study

Florim Solution technicians produce a specific proposal customized to the project and your design intent. Our know-how is backed by  years of experience managing previous projects.

Planning

Planning

Our team develops shop drawings and the engineering report stamped by a licensed PE, which are based on design intent and other factors such as the building characteristics, the building's structure wall, location, system components, etc.

Works supervision

Work supervision

The Florim Solution team will suggest certified installers or train a crew to properly install the Florim system selected for your project. They will explain the shop drawings, how to install the components, and visit your job sites.

360 SUPPORT DURING THE DESIGN PHASE AND BEYOND

No matter what your concept is, our team can suggest the most suitable technical solutions and options on how to accomplish even the most complex details. Hover and click on the dots below to see each technical detail, or find out more about all of our systems.

MANY SYSTEMS FOR ANY DESIGN

Our various cladding systems are flexible and offer solutions for any type of design, load requirements and budget, with large format slabs up to 63''x126".

Ventilated Facade System

Florim DB System

  • Attachment: direct bond system
  • Joints: grouted joints
  • Corners: butt joints
  • Clips: concealed clips
  • Slab size: up to 63''x126''
  • Slab thickness: 1/4'', 3/8'', 1/2''
Ventilated Facade System

Florim S1 System

  • Attachment: rainscreen system
  • Joints: 1/4'' open joints
  • Corners: 1/4'' open butt joints
  • Clips: concealed clips
  • Slab size: up to 63''x126''
  • Slab thickness: 1/4''
Ventilated Facade System

Florim V1 System

  • Attachment: rainscreen system
  • Joints: 1/4'' open joints
  • Corners: 1/4'' open butt joints
  • Clips: visible clips
  • Slab size: up to 63''x126''
  • Slab thickness: 1/4''
Ventilated Facade System

Florim S5 System

  • Attachment: rainscreen system
  • Joints: 1/4'' open joints
  • Corners: 1/4'' open butt joints
  • Clips: concealed clips
  • Slab size: up to 48''x95''
  • Slab thickness: 3/8''
Ventilated Facade System

Florim V5 System

  • Attachment: rainscreen system
  • Joints: 1/4'' open joints
  • Corners: 1/4'' open butt joints
  • Clips: visible clips
  • Slab size: up to 48''x95''
  • Slab thickness: 3/8''
Ventilated Facade System

Florim S4 System

  • Attachment: rainscreen system
  • Joints: from 1/4'' open joints
  • Corners: 1/4'' open butt joints
  • Clips: concealed clips
  • Slab size: up to 63''x126''
  • Slab thickness: 3/8'', 1/2''
Ventilated Facade System

Florim S7 System

  • Attachment: panelized curtain wall system for high-rise buildings
  • Joints: 1/2'' caulked joints
  • Corners: mitered joints
  • Clips: concealed clips
  • Slab size: up to 63''x126''
  • Slab thickness: 1/4''
Ventilated Facade System

Florim S8 System

  • Attachment: rainscreen system NOA certified
  • Joints: 3/8'' open joints
  • Corners: mitered corners
  • Clips: concealed clips
  • Slab size: up to 63''x126''
  • Slab thickness: 1/4'', 3/8''

Request access to technical specs, drawings, Autocad files, and more

Marble Look Porcelain Tile

MARBLE LOOKS

Timeless elegance. Achieve beautiful depth and veining patterns with marble-effect porcelain stoneware.

All marble looks
Stone Look Porcelain Tile

STONE LOOKS

Textured strength. Stone-effect porcelain tiles flawlessly mimic natural textures and range of colors.

All stone looks
Concrete Look Porcelain Tile

CONCRETE LOOKS

Minimal and contemporary. Choose from austere tile to carefully designed graphic patterns and colors.

All concrete looks
Metal Look Porcelain Tile

METAL LOOKS

Brilliance and richness. Discover the mineral charm of metal-effect porcelain and its striking iridescent surface.

All metal looks
Wood Look Porcelain Tile

WOOD LOOKS

Natural warmth. Florim porcelain recreates the beauty and richness of the most sought-after hardwoods.

All wood looks
Terrazzo-look tile

TERRAZZO LOOKS

Dynamic depth. Speckles of texture and color create a whimsical yet elegant surface full of nuance.

All terrazzo looks
Monochrome tile

MONOCHROME LOOKS

Color speaks for itself. Choose from bright or subdued hues, glossy, matte or textured surfaces.

All monochrome looks

WHY CHOOSE PORCELAIN

Porcelain stoneware is considered one of the best cladding materials available, from a technical and design standpoint. Florim's high-quality tiles and slabs allow you to achieve different aesthetics while maintaining unaltered technical performance.

Florim facades, both on new buildings and renovations, offer considerable advantages. Material choice is crucial, because it plays a key role in the aesthetic of the building, and directly affects energy efficiency and durability.

Florim facades are backed by over 60 years of experience are made sustainably with eco-friendly materials and processes. We are proud to be a Certified B Corporation and look to partner with those who share our values and commitment to the environment and society.

Scroll sideways to see full chart
Arrow
Porcelain
Fibercement
Terracotta
Metal
HPL
UHP Concrete
Impervious to water
Weather resistant
Non-combustible
UV resistant
Stain resistant
Aesthetic versatility
Green CheckmarkGreen CheckmarkGreen CheckmarkGreen CheckmarkGreen CheckmarkGrey checkmarkGrey checkmarkGrey checkmarkGrey checkmarkGrey checkmarkGrey checkmarkGreen CheckmarkGrey checkmarkGrey checkmarkGrey checkmarkGrey checkmark

Interested in learning more?

Florim offers an AIA-registered continuing education course for design professionals interested in discovering the advantages and process of building facades with porcelain stoneware. The course focuses on the material benefits, including functionality, maintenance, sustainability and energy savings, as well as installation options and processes.

CEU Course

High-performance facade design and applications in North America

  • Learning Objective 1: What are direct bond facades and ventilated facades
  • Learning Objective 2: Advantages: energy savings, design options, maintenance, etc.
  • Learning Objective 3: Direct bond and ventilated facade systems
  • Learning Objective 4: Focus on large format slabs and application systems
Credits: 1.5 LU/HSW

DOWNLOAD OUR GUIDE

Download our guide to porcelain stoneware for facades and learn about benefits, sizes, and looks. Discover the different installation options and finishes, and access technical specifications and drawings.

DOWNLOADFlorim Guide to Facades

GET IN TOUCH

Thank you! Your submission has been received and we will be in touch shortly.
Something went wrong while submitting the form. Please try again.
By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. View our Privacy Policy for more information.