Crossville's Commitment to the Environment

A member of the U.S. Green Building Council, Crossville, Inc. is committed to protecting the environment through our quality manufacturing processes and by offering recycled and environmentally friendly products.

Crossville's waste-water policies exceed government standards and they have earned several citations for effective waste-water practices. In fact, water used in thier tile manufacturing is returned clean to its natural habitat.

Crossville also maximize use of natural gas which helps alleviate negative impacts such as greenhouse gas emissions.  Their dust collection procedures not only allow them to limit air pollution, both inside and outside thier plants, but allow them to reuse unfired raw scrap materials during manufacturing.

While this reuse does not constitute recycling, it does minimize landfill deposits while conserving raw materials.

Crossville's EcoCycle is the first porcelain tile with certified recycled content. Scientific Certification Systems assures that EcoCycle is in strict compliance.

Recognizing that sound environmental policies reach beyond manufacturing processes and product offerings into all business operations, Crossville  formed an Environmental Commitment Task Force comprising representatives from each of thier operational units to evaluate current practices for efficiency and environmental impact and to recommend future innovations that will further establish Crossville as the environmental leader in the tile industry.

The Advantages of Porcelain Tile® by Crossville

• Porcelain Tile® by Crossville is not an original source of contaminants. Crossville's environmentally sensitive raw materials and manufacturing processes and its simple, inert installation materials and procedures.
  
• Porcelain Tile® by Crossville therefore does not compromise IAQ during initial installation.
  
• Porcelain Tile® by Crossville will not act as a "sink" to absorb VOCs or other chemicals from surrounding materials. After Crossville, Inc. tile is installed, it forms a completely inert flooring system.
  
• Porcelain Tile® by Crossville will not support bacterial or fungal growth, nor will it absorb or release other contaminants.
  
• Porcelain Tile® by Crossville also offers ease of maintenance with simple, water-based cleaning materials.
  
• Porcelain Tile® by Crossville does not require solvent-based cleaners or sealers. Simple, water-based products keep Crossville tile well maintained and also protect our environment.
• Thus, Crossville porcelains offer significant advantages for indoor air quality during installation, and for the lifetime of the tile's use in the building.

Great Reasons To Have Crossville EcoCycle Tile

• Contains 40% recycled ceramic content, certified by Scientific Certification Systems
  Stone-Look Exudes a Feeling of Rustic Elegance
• Slip Resistant and Easy to Clean
• May Contribute to the Efforts of Companies Seeking LEED Certification of New Buildings and Major Renovations.
• Ideal for all Types of Commercial and Residential Applications
• It comes in 8 BEAUTIFUL colors!!!

Finishes

Cross-Sheen
Cross-Sheen features a subtle, low-maintenance sheen. Sprayed on the tile before firing, Cross-Sheen closes surface pores to produce a permanent finish that enhances color and maintains the image of "clean" even between routine maintenance sessions.

Cross-Tread
Cross-Tread's increased slip resistance and ease of maintenance make it an excellent choice for wet and greasy floor areas as well as for exterior walking surfaces. Cross-Tread meets ADA guidelines.

*Storm Color is an 8"x8" tile, 25 tiles per carton, 11.11 S/F per carton, Cross-Sheen or          Cross-Tread Finish

**All other Colors are a 12"x12" tile, 12 tiles per carton, 12 S/F per carton, Cross-Sheen            finish only