In contemporary architectural design, continuity between indoor and outdoor spaces requires materials that are high-performing, durable, and aesthetically coherent.

In this context, RAK Ceramics, a global player in the ceramic surfaces sector, develops outdoor porcelain stoneware designed for:

• outdoor paving
• terraces and patios
• pool edges
• wellness areas
• open-air living areas

The new collections meet requirements for mechanical resistance, slip safety and long-term stability, while maintaining a strong material identity inspired by natural stone.

SOFTECH: anti-slip technology for RAK Ceramics' outdoor porcelain stoneware

The distinctive element of the new surfaces is SOFTECH, an advanced technology applied to outdoor porcelain stoneware.

Unlike traditional anti-slip finishes, SOFTECH uses microparticles that fill the micro-irregularities of the slab, creating a surface:

• velvety to the touch
• uniform
• easy to clean
• anti-reflective
• highly slip-resistant

The R10 A+B certifications for interiors and R11 A+B+C for exteriors make these surfaces ideal for water-exposed environments such as pool edges and high-traffic outdoor paving.

Montpellier Stone: stone-effect porcelain stoneware for terraces and pool edges by RAK Ceramics

Montpellier Stone reinterprets natural stone in a contemporary key through a high-performance stone-effect porcelain stoneware.

The collection is characterized by:

• material texture
• warm color variations
• interaction with natural light and vegetation

It is designed for exterior paving such as terraces, patios and outdoor living areas.

Pietra di Bourges Soft RAK Ceramics: textured and contemporary porcelain stoneware surface

Pietra di Bourges Soft is born from the observation of natural stone and translates its identity into a porcelain stoneware surface for exteriors and interiors with strong architectural value.

The delicate veining, subtle color variations and soft texture make this collection suitable for:

• outdoor paving
• contemporary wall coverings
• contract and hospitality spaces

RAK Ceramics and the future of outdoor porcelain stoneware surfaces

With Montpellier Stone and Pietra di Bourges Soft, RAK Ceramics consolidates its position in the outdoor porcelain stoneware sector, offering surfaces:

• weather-resistant
• safe and slip-resistant
• aesthetically coherent with contemporary architecture
• designed for indoor-outdoor continuity

The integration of SOFTECH technology represents a significant evolution in the field of exterior porcelain stoneware paving, combining safety, comfort and durability.