{"id":18130,"date":"2024-08-07T13:37:36","date_gmt":"2024-08-07T11:37:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/?p=18130"},"modified":"2024-08-07T17:52:21","modified_gmt":"2024-08-07T15:52:21","slug":"ceramic-tongue-and-groove-ventilated-facades-humid-areas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/blog\/ceramic-tongue-and-groove-ventilated-facades-humid-areas\/","title":{"rendered":"What does ceramic tongue and groove add to ventilated fa\u00e7ades in humid areas?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221;][vc_column]<style>.ld_spacer_69e54230225b2{height:12px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e54230225b2\"><\/div>[vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;fs-16&#8243;]<strong>Construction and renovation in humid areas<\/strong> present particular challenges, especially regarding the durability, maintenance, and <strong>energy efficiency of buildings<\/strong>. In this context, the <strong>use of ventilated fa\u00e7ades with ceramic tongue-and-groove systems<\/strong> has become an extremely<strong> effective architectural solution<\/strong>. Let\u2019s explore the advantages it offers to buildings in humid regions, the effects it achieves, and the <strong>types of ceramic<\/strong> pieces that incorporate this feature.[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e54230226c1{height:32px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e54230226c1\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"left\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">Ventilated fa\u00e7ades in buildings in humid areas<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e5423022744{height:12px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e5423022744\"><\/div>[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; responsive_align=&#8221;text-center text-sm-center text-md-center text-lg-center&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;18121&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; responsive_align=&#8221;text-center text-sm-center text-md-center text-lg-center&#8221;]<style>.ld_spacer_69e54230227c6{height:32px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e54230227c6\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/ventilated-facade\/\">Ventilated fa\u00e7ades<\/a> are construction systems that create an air cavity between the exterior cladding and the building structure. This feature promotes natural ventilation, helping <strong>regulate temperature<\/strong> and thus <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/blog\/zero-emission-building-energy-certification\/\">improving the building&#8217;s energy efficiency<\/a> and durability.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">In humid areas, where <strong>condensation<\/strong> can cause significant problems, ventilated fa\u00e7ades are especially advisable. However, a <strong>technical improvement<\/strong> adds <strong>further benefits<\/strong> to buildings in regions exposed to constant rain and environmental humidity.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e5423022875{height:32px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e5423022875\"><\/div><style>.ld_button_69e5423022a0a.btn-icon-solid .btn-icon{background:rgb(233, 230, 220);}.ld_button_69e5423022a0a.btn-icon-circle.btn-icon-ripple .btn-icon:before{border-color:rgb(233, 230, 220);}.ld_button_69e5423022a0a.btn-icon-solid:hover .btn-icon{background:rgb(122, 91, 91);}.ld_button_69e5423022a0a{background-color:rgb(233, 230, 220);border-color:rgb(233, 230, 220);}.ld_button_69e5423022a0a:hover{background-color:rgb(122, 91, 91);border-color:rgb(122, 91, 91);}.ld_button_69e5423022a0a .btn-gradient-bg-hover{background:-webkit-linear-gradient(to right, rgb(122, 91, 91) 0%, rgb(122, 91, 91) 100%);background:linear-gradient(to right, rgb(122, 91, 91) 0%, rgb(122, 91, 91) 100%);}.ld_button_69e5423022a0a .btn-gradient-border defs stop:first-child{stop-color:rgb(233, 230, 220);}.ld_button_69e5423022a0a .btn-gradient-border defs stop:last-child{stop-color:rgb(233, 230, 220);}.ld_button_69e5423022a0a:hover .btn-gradient-border defs stop:first-child{stop-color:rgb(122, 91, 91);}.ld_button_69e5423022a0a:hover .btn-gradient-border defs stop:last-child{stop-color:rgb(122, 91, 91);}<\/style><a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/ventilated-facade\/\" class=\"btn btn-solid border-thin btn-has-label ld_button_69e5423022a0a\" >\n\t<span>\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"btn-txt\" data-text=\"INQUIRE ABOUT VENTILATED FA\u00c7ADE INFORMATION\" >INQUIRE ABOUT VENTILATED FA\u00c7ADE INFORMATION<\/span>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n<\/a>\n[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221;][vc_column]<style>.ld_spacer_69e5423024450{height:32px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e5423024450\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"left\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">What is ceramic tongue-and-groove?<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e5423024558{height:22px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e5423024558\"><\/div>[vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;fs-16&#8243;]<strong>Ceramic tongue-and-groove<\/strong> is a technical advancement characterized by the type of joint between ceramic tiles. It is based on a <strong>tongue-and-groove interlocking system<\/strong> that allows the <strong>tiles to fit together precisely and securely<\/strong>, creating a <strong>continuous, seamless surface<\/strong>. This system is particularly useful in ventilated fa\u00e7ades, where structural integrity and <strong>resistance to water infiltration<\/strong> are crucial.[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e54230245f0{height:12px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e54230245f0\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"left\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 21px;\">Technical effects of ceramic tongue-and-groove on the building<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e5423024676{height:12px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e5423024676\"><\/div>[vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;fs-16&#8243;]<strong>Ceramic tongue-and-groove<\/strong> is undoubtedly the most recommended system for humid areas. It produces three key <strong>effects on the building:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Protection against water ingress through the horizontal joint.<\/strong> The open vertical joint is protected by EPDM, a synthetic rubber material used in the fastening systems.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Correction of any dimensional tolerances<\/strong> in the tiles, as the long sides of the pieces are concealed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ease of removing and replacing individual tiles.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Adequate ventilation, as the overlapping system prevents water entry but still allows air to circulate through the cavity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e54230246fa{height:12px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e54230246fa\"><\/div>[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;18144&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;18142&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;18140&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;18138&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221;][vc_column]<style>.ld_spacer_69e542302478a{height:12px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e542302478a\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"left\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">What does ceramic tongue-and-groove offer to fa\u00e7ades in humid areas?<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e5423024842{height:12px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e5423024842\"><\/div>[vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;fs-16&#8243;]In addition to these effects, ceramic tongue-and-groove offers several <strong>interesting advantages<\/strong>, making it the <strong>perfect architectural solution<\/strong> for buildings in humid areas.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"left\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 21px;\">1. Water and moisture resistance with tongue-and-groove tiles<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;fs-16&#8243;]Ceramic tongue-and-groove provides an <strong>effective barrier against water infiltration<\/strong>. The joints between tiles prevent moisture penetration and protect the building&#8217;s internal structure. The arrangement of the joints allows airflow, enabling ventilation in the cavity and potential drying if any water enters. This feature also <strong>prevents <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/blog\/asepsis-in-architecture-biocidal-surfaces-and-post-covid-19-spaces\/\">mold and mildew formation<\/a><\/strong>, common in humid climates.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"left\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 21px;\">2. Ceramic durability and long lifespan of the cladding<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;fs-16&#8243;]Buildings using <strong>tongue-and-groove ceramic tiles<\/strong> are known for their extreme <strong>durability<\/strong> and <strong>resistance to corrosion<\/strong>. These fa\u00e7ades can endure years of exposure to humidity without deteriorating. It\u2019s important to remember that <strong>ceramic is an inert material<\/strong> that doesn\u2019t degrade over time, <strong>ensuring lasting appearance and functionality<\/strong>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"left\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 21px;\">3. Low maintenance of ventilated fa\u00e7ades<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;fs-16&#8243;]Ventilated fa\u00e7ades with ceramic tongue-and-groove require very little maintenance. <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/blog\/final-cleaning-and-maintenance-of-ceramic-ventilated-facade\/\">Ceramic&#8217;s resistance to dirt and stains<\/a> allows the cladding to retain its appearance with minimal effort. Additionally, individual tiles can be easily replaced in case of damage.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"left\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 21px;\">4. Aesthetic versatility and finishing with ceramic tongue-and-groove<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;fs-16&#8243;]Ceramic tiles are available in a <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/products\/finishes\/\"><strong>wide range of colors, shapes, textures, and finishes<\/strong><\/a>, allowing <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/home\/faveker-architect\/\">architects<\/a> and designers to create attractive and <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/products\/ceramic\/custom\/\">customized fa\u00e7ades<\/a>. The <strong>precision of the tongue-and-groove system<\/strong> ensures a clean, professional finish, enhancing the building\u2019s aesthetic.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner responsive_align=&#8221;text-center text-sm-center text-md-center text-lg-center&#8221;]<style>.ld_spacer_69e54230248c2{height:12px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e54230248c2\"><\/div>[vc_single_image image=&#8221;18174&#8243; img_size=&#8221;1080&#215;1080&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]<style>.ld_spacer_69e5423024945{height:22px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e5423024945\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"left\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 21px;\">5. Energy efficiency in buildings with ventilated fa\u00e7ades<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;fs-16&#8243;]The air cavity created by the ventilated fa\u00e7ade improves <strong>thermal inertia and insulation<\/strong> in the building. This is especially important in <strong>humid areas<\/strong> where regulating indoor temperatures can be challenging. <strong>Continuous ventilation<\/strong> helps maintain a <strong>consistent temperature<\/strong>, reducing energy needs.[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e54230249c3{height:12px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e54230249c3\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221;][vc_column]<style>.ld_spacer_69e5423024a45{height:12px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e5423024a45\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"left\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">FAVEKER\u00ae GA16 Tile: The solution for humid areas<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e5423024abf{height:22px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e5423024abf\"><\/div>[vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;fs-16&#8243;]As a result of process innovation, FAVEKER\u00ae offers products such as <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/products\/ceramic\/ga16\/\">GA16<\/a>, a <strong>ceramic tile for thermal envelopes<\/strong> that stands out for its <strong>longitudinal tongue-and-groove system<\/strong>. This model is ideal for humid areas, as seen in the rehabilitation of the <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/portfolio\/phd-building-santander\/\">University of Cantabria<\/a> building with GA16.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;18150&#8243; img_size=&#8221;4640&#215;3501&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;18152&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;fs-16&#8243;]This ceramic tile is <strong>lightweight and accessible<\/strong> for maintenance, with an 18 mm thickness making it easy to install and transport. It allows for the straightforward placement and replacement of individual pieces. The <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/products\/fixing-systems\/\">fixing systems<\/a> for tongue-and-groove ceramic tiles include<a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/productos\/sistemas_de_fijacion\/fts-502-a\/\"> FTS 502A<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/productos\/sistemas_de_fijacion\/fts-502-b\/\">FTS 502B<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/productos\/sistemas_de_fijacion\/fts-505\/\">FTS 505<\/a>, ensuring perfect overlap and secure attachment.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner responsive_align=&#8221;text-center text-sm-center text-md-center text-lg-center&#8221;]<style>.ld_spacer_69e5423024b36{height:22px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e5423024b36\"><\/div><style>.ld_button_69e5423024ce7.btn-icon-solid .btn-icon{background:rgb(255, 255, 255);}.ld_button_69e5423024ce7.btn-icon-circle.btn-icon-ripple .btn-icon:before{border-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);}.ld_button_69e5423024ce7.btn-icon-solid:hover .btn-icon{background:rgb(122, 91, 91);}.ld_button_69e5423024ce7{background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);border-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);}.ld_button_69e5423024ce7:hover{background-color:rgb(122, 91, 91);border-color:rgb(122, 91, 91);}.ld_button_69e5423024ce7 .btn-gradient-bg-hover{background:-webkit-linear-gradient(to right, rgb(122, 91, 91) 0%, rgb(122, 91, 91) 100%);background:linear-gradient(to right, rgb(122, 91, 91) 0%, rgb(122, 91, 91) 100%);}.ld_button_69e5423024ce7 .btn-gradient-border defs stop:first-child{stop-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);}.ld_button_69e5423024ce7 .btn-gradient-border defs stop:last-child{stop-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);}.ld_button_69e5423024ce7:hover .btn-gradient-border defs stop:first-child{stop-color:rgb(122, 91, 91);}.ld_button_69e5423024ce7:hover .btn-gradient-border defs stop:last-child{stop-color:rgb(122, 91, 91);}<\/style><a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/products\/fixing-systems\/\" class=\"btn btn-solid border-thin btn-has-label ld_button_69e5423024ce7\" >\n\t<span>\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"btn-txt\" data-text=\"INQUIRE ABOUT FASTENING SYSTEMS\" >INQUIRE ABOUT FASTENING SYSTEMS<\/span>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n<\/a>\n<style>.ld_spacer_69e5423026b7c{height:22px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e5423026b7c\"><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]<style>.ld_spacer_69e5423026c3c{height:22px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e5423026c3c\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"left\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 21px;\">FAVEKER\u00ae Technical Office: A team ready to assist you<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e5423026ccd{height:12px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e5423026ccd\"><\/div>[vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;fs-16&#8243;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"38d231e6-df68-418a-ab8e-8bd132205f9b\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p>At the <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/technical-office\/\">FAVEKER\u00ae Technical Office<\/a>, we offer installation support for ventilated fa\u00e7ades. The installation <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/manual_colocacion_GA-16.pdf\">manual for tongue-and-groove pieces<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/FACHADA-GA-16.pdf\">technical sheet for the GA16 tile<\/a> make the process easier. <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/contact\/\">Contact us<\/a> for optimal solutions for building and <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/renovation\/\">renovating<\/a> in humid climates.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e5423026d56{height:12px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e5423026d56\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover how ceramic tongue-and-groove enhances the efficiency and durability of ventilated fa\u00e7ades in humid areas, providing greater protection and longevity.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":18136,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_lmt_disableupdate":"yes","_lmt_disable":"","wds_primary_category":24,"footnotes":""},"categories":[75],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-18130","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-ceramic-solutions"],"acf":[],"modified_by":"faveker","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18130","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=18130"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18130\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/18136"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=18130"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=18130"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=18130"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}