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Do you know that tiles are among the most eco-friendly materials you can choose for your home? Good quality porcelain stoneware tiles are extremely durable, making them sustainable materials that will last a long time before they need replacement. Plus, they can replace the look of a whole host of natural materials such as timber, stone or marble, which need to be extracted using a large expense of energy and effort.

Go one step further in your quest to have a ‘green’ renovation with tiles awarded with eco-certifications. These track the product’s life cycle to make sure each step complies with strict standards. Recognised local certifications include the well-known Singapore Green Labelling Scheme (SGLS) managed by the Singapore Environment Council, and Singapore Green Building Product (SGBP) administered by the Singapore Green Building Council.

We are proud to announce that RICE carries tiles with SGLS and SGBP certifications, and the range is growing! We’ve made it easier for homeowners and designers to identify these tiles in an instant. On our website, use the new Singapore Green Labels filter under our Materials page to find these tiles. In MATERIAL LAB at riceLAB, we have also tagged physical tile samples with the SGLS or SGBP logo (pictured above).

Italian company Panaria, an industry leader in tiles, is a longtime RICE partner and a company which has impeccable eco-credentials for their products. They are a member of the U.S. Green Building Council and of the Green Building Council Italia. All Panaria porcelain stoneware tiles have also received Greenguard Gold certification, the standard with the strictest Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) emission limits for healthy indoor environments. Panaria tiles also use 40% recycled ceramic content in their production. Not surprisingly then, many of RICE’s tiles with SGBC or SGLS certification are from Panaria, with designs as impressive as their commitment to the environment. Explore RICE’s eco-certified collections below!

Panaria Borealis

Inspired by majestic oaks and their distinct grain, the Panaria Borealis timber-inspired collection is available in four natural shades, four sizes and three thicknesses.

Panaria Cross Wood

A timber-inspired collection that provides the warmth of wood with even, subtle patterning, the Panaria Cross Wood tiles are great for any space. Available in five colours, two thicknesses and two sizes. 

Panaria Eternity

Enjoy the luxury of precious marble with the Panaria Eternity tiles, a marble-inspired collection which evokes the classicism of marble with its elegant veining. Available in four colours, three sizes and a wonderful array of decorative shapes such as chevrons and mosaics.

Panaria Prime Stone 

Can’t decide between stone and concrete flooring? The Panaria Prime Stone tiles give you a blend of the best attributes of both materials. Choose from five light to dark colour tones, four sizes and two thicknesses.

Panaria Zero.3 Stone Trace

The fine homogeneous grains of slate lend itself well to sleek minimalist looks, which you can now express with the stone-inspired Panaria Stone Trace tiles. These slim tiles of just 6mm-thickness in huge sizes of up to 120cm by 278cm are prefect for cladding large surfaces with minimal joint lines, and for overlaying existing tiles for a quick makeover. Stone Trace is available in five colours and three sizes.

Blustyle Elite

The Blustyle Élite marble-inspired tiles are designed to bring a touch of luxury to contemporary spaces, with their harmonious veining patterns and selection of six versatile  colours. The tiles come in three sizes and two surface finishings, natural and glossy.

Visits to riceLAB are strictly by appointment only and limited to four people per group. We encourage guests to make their tile selections online at www.rice-fields.com before coming down to minimise their time spent at riceLAB. Make an appointment by emailing us here or by calling 6692 1199. riceLAB is at 213 Henderson Road 01.03 Singapore 159553. RICE is open from Mondays to Fridays 10am to 7pm, and Saturdays from 10am to 6pm.

Get the European tiles you love at great prices! Browse the Tile Me You Love RICE range on our website in the Materials tab, using the filter Tell Me You Love RICE.

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eco-friendly, Singapore Green Label, Panaria Borealis, Panaria Cross Wood, Panaria Eternity, Panaria Prime Stone, Panaria Zero.3 Stone Trace, Blustyle Elite, Quality Tiles, Italian Tiles