Ceramic surfaces are ideal places for stain and odor causing bacterial growth. And left unprotected, bacteria can double every 20 minutes. Microban antimicrobial product protection can be permanently integrated into the surface of the ceramic tile, so it lasts the lifetime of the product, keeping your ceramic tile cleaner and fresher for longer.

1. UNPROTECTED
Ceramic Tile
with Microban®
antimicrobial product protection.
24/7 Antimicrobial Product Protection
Ceramic surfaces are ideal places for stain and odor causing bacterial growth. And left
unprotected, bacteria can double every 20 minutes. Microban antimicrobial product
protection can be permanently integrated into the surface of the ceramic tile , so it lasts the
lifetime of the product, keeping your ceramic tile cleaner and fresher for longer.
Break-thru Technology
Microban silver technology are the active ingredient used in ceramics and sanitary ware
applications. This technology inhibits the growth of microbes by disrubting multiple functions
required for bacterial maintenance and reproduction. Our unique antimicrobial technology
works 24/7 and does not require light activation. Proprietary formulation and application
techniques ensure that Microban’s antimicrobial technology is permanently locked into the
surface of the glaze where needed. The product is engineered to work continuously against
a wide range of microbes. Its mode of action makes it perfect for applications where moist,
nutritive environments may lead to the growth of microbes.
Proven History of Safe Use
Microban silver technology is based on a technology with a long history of safe use in
diverse applications or products. Microban silver technology is registered with the US EPA
and EU BPR.
Easy To Apply
Microban silver is incorporated into the glaze layer of ceramic tile and forms a permanent
part of the glaze after it is fired in a kiln at over 1000˚C.
Microban Antimicrobial Protection Helps Prevent the Growth of Stain and Odor Causing Bacteria, Mold and Mildew

2. How It Works
Microban® antimicrobial technology is built-in to products during the
manufacturing process and become an intrinsic part of the product inside and
at the surface. When microbes such as bacteria, mold and mildew come in to
contact with the product surface, our antimicrobial agents penetrate the cell
wall of the microbe and disrupt key cell functions so the microbe cannot grow
or reproduce.
Cleaner
In these images, taken using a confocal microscope, you can see how an
unprotected surface supports the growth and proliferation of bacteria, while on
the Microban protected surface the bacteria are unable to grow or reproduce
over time.
This information is based upon standard laboratory tests and is provided for comparative purposes to substantiate antimicrobial
activity for non-public health applications. Microban technology is not designed to protect users from disease causing microorganisms.
Microban protection inhibits the growth of microorganisms that cause stains, odors, and product degradation. Antimicrobial action
limited to fabric surface.
Unprotected - 24 hrs. Microban®
Antimicrobial Protection - 24 hrs.
Microban®
antimicrobial
technologies keep
ceramic tile surfaces
cleaner between
cleanings by inhibiting
the growth of stain and
odor causing bacteria.
Technology
at Work.
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Contact
Let’s discuss how Microban antimicrobial technologies can help your business.
Tel: +1 (704) 875-0806
Fax: +1 (704) 875-0810
Email: infoleads@microban.com
microban.com/ceramictile
From: Hugo, WB 1992: Mode of Action of Non-Antibiotic Antimicrobial Agents, Pharmaceutical Microbiology W B Hugo and
A D Russell eds pp 288-294