Ceramic lagging is manufactured using high abrasion-resistant ceramic tiles vulcanized to an abrasion-resistant FRAS rubber and a buffed Fras CN bonding layer to provide high levels of adhesion. This lagging is for use in applications where there is a risk of fire and/or explosion such as underground coal mines, and grain and sugar handling facilities, and is a safety-critical item. Can be supplied in strips with rubber ends to fit pulley face width length.