The thin, lightweight tile for stair risers, vaults and infill
The Vetonek Beasain hollow ceramic rasilla tile measures 24.5 x 10.8 x 2.7 cm and weighs just 0.85 kg. It is the traditional piece for stair risers, forming slopes on roofs, roof decks, tile vaults and thin enclosures.
✅ Advantages
Very lightweight: 0.85 kg per piece, so it does not overload floor slabs.
Thin: 2.7 cm thick.
Very versatile: risers, slopes, decks and boxing-in.
High coverage per pallet: 960 pieces, ≈29 m².
🏗️ Applications
Forming slopes and decks on roofs.
Stair risers and stair step construction.
Tile vaults and renovation work.
Enclosing cavities, ducts and boxed-in areas.
📋 Technical data
Dimensions: 24.5 x 10.8 x 2.7 cm (±10%).
Weight: 0.85 kg/unit.
Coverage: ≈33 units/m².
Pallet: 960 units, ≈816 kg.
Material: fired clay.
🧮 How much do I need?
For 25 m² of deck: 25 × 33 = 825 units → 1 pallet of 960 units (≈29 m²) covers it, with a margin for cuts.
📦 Sales formats
Pallet of 960 units (29.09 m²), ≈816 kg
Pallets of up to 1,000 kg, delivered by truck.
🧰 Installation
Prepare a clean, level supporting surface.
Bed the tiles in gypsum plaster paste or mortar, depending on the use.
Lay with staggered joints.
Check flatness with a straightedge.
Protect from water until it is covered with its finish.
💡 Vetonek Tip: To form slopes on a roof, rest the rasilla tile on small partition walls and cover it with a compression layer: you get a lightweight, flat deck ready for waterproofing.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions and weight of the Beasain hollow rasilla tile?
It measures 24.5 x 10.8 x 2.7 cm, with a tolerance of ±10%, and weighs 0.85 kg per unit. It is a thin, lightweight fired clay piece, with a coverage of about 33 units per m².
What is this rasilla tile used for?
It is the traditional piece for stair risers, forming slopes and decks on roofs, tile vaults and renovation work. It can also be used to enclose cavities, ducts and thin boxed-in areas.
How many rasilla tiles do I need for 25 m² of deck?
With about 33 units per m², for 25 m² you need about 825 pieces. A pallet of 960 units, equivalent to about 29 m² and about 816 kg, covers it with a margin for cuts.
How is the hollow rasilla tile installed?
Prepare a clean, level supporting surface, bed the pieces in gypsum plaster paste or mortar depending on the use, and lay them with staggered joints. Check flatness with a straightedge and protect from water until the finish is applied.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tiles per m²?
About 33 per m².
How much does a pallet weigh?
About 816 kg with 960 tiles.
What is it used for?
For roof decking and falls, stair risers, timbrel vaults and thin closures.
Can it be used as flooring?
No, it is a hollow tile for building work; for floors, use a clay floor tile.
What is it laid with?
Gypsum plaster or mortar, depending on the use.
How thick is it?
2.7 cm.
How is it delivered?
On a full pallet of under 1,000 kg, delivered by truck.
