Cipriani Almond 12×24 Porcelain Tile Natural Pressed
Warm and welcoming, the Cipriani Almond 12×24 porcelain tile delivers a versatile beige tone with a soft natural (matte) surface. The 12×24 format creates a clean, modern rhythm across floors and walls while the pressed edges provide a classic grout-joint look that suits both contemporary and traditional spaces.
Engineered in durable porcelain with a PEI 4 wear rating and a DCOF of 0.42 (wet), this tile balances style with dependable performance for everyday residential living and select light-commercial interiors. Frost resistance further expands design options to exterior facades in freeze–thaw climates.
Planning is straightforward with 13.99 sq. ft. per box (7 pieces). Use Cipriani Almond on its own for a warm, neutral canvas or pair it with complementary materials to build layered, cohesive rooms.
Features
- Porcelain body for durable, low-maintenance performance
- Color: Almond (Beige)
- Finish: Natural (matte)
- Edge: Pressed
- Size: 12×24 tile
- PEI 4 wear rating
- DCOF: 0.42 (wet)
- Frost resistant for freeze–thaw exterior wall applications
- Coverage: 13.99 sq. ft. per box | 7 pieces per box | ~1.998571 sq. ft. per piece
Recommended Applications
- Residential interior floors
- Residential interior walls
- Light commercial interior floors
- Commercial interior walls
- Backsplashes
- Shower walls
- Fireplace surrounds
- Exterior walls/facades (freeze–thaw)
Installation Guide – Cipriani Almond 12×24 Porcelain Tile Natural Pressed
Important Advisory
Always follow the tile manufacturer’s instructions, local building codes, and recognized industry standards (ANSI A108/A118 and TCNA guidelines). Verify substrate suitability, flatness, and movement accommodation. Use appropriate waterproofing and drainage in wet areas and exteriors.
Step 1: Layout & Planning
- Confirm the substrate is clean, dry, structurally sound, and flat within industry tolerances for 12×24 tile.
- Dry-lay to balance cuts and align patterns; avoid small slivers at perimeters and focal areas.
- Blend tiles from multiple boxes to distribute shade and pattern variation evenly.
- Select a grout joint consistent with pressed edges and layout; include movement joints per TCNA EJ171.
Step 2: Tile Installation
- Use a polymer-modified thin-set mortar approved for porcelain tile.
- Key mortar into the substrate, then comb in straight lines with an appropriate notched trowel; back-butter tiles as needed to improve coverage.
- Set tiles with a slight back-and-forth motion to collapse ridges and achieve proper bond; meet or exceed coverage requirements for the space (refer to ANSI/TCNA).
- Use a tile leveling system when helpful to control lippage on 12×24 installations.
- Allow mortar to cure per manufacturer guidance before grouting or light traffic.
Step 3: Cutting
- Cut with a wet saw using a premium diamond blade suitable for porcelain.
- Measure and mark carefully; support the tile fully to minimize chipping.
- Ease sharp cut edges where they will be exposed.
Step 4: Joint Filling
- Select a grout suitable for porcelain and the chosen joint width; mix and apply per manufacturer instructions.
- Pack joints fully with a rubber float; clean diagonally and remove haze promptly with clean water.
- Use appropriate sealant at movement joints and all changes of plane; do not grout these areas.
- Protect the installation from foot traffic until grout has cured.
Step 5: Cleaning & Maintenance
- Clean routinely with a pH-neutral cleaner formulated for porcelain; avoid harsh acids or abrasives.
- Use entry mats and protective pads on furniture to reduce tracked grit and potential scratching.
- Follow grout and setting material manufacturers’ care recommendations; reseal cementitious grout if advised.
Disclaimer
Installation should be performed by qualified professionals. Confirm actual materials, lot variations, and suitability for the intended application before installation. Stone Market USA is not responsible for issues arising from improper installation, handling, or site conditions.
