Azuma N 12×24 Porcelain Tile Natural Rectified
Streamlined and modern, the Azuma N 12×24 porcelain tile features a natural matte surface and crisp rectified edges for tight, consistent grout joints. Its popular 12×24 format lends a clean, continuous look across floors and walls alike.
Crafted in durable 10mm porcelain with a PEI 5 wear rating, this tile balances everyday practicality with design versatility. Frost resistance supports exterior wall use in freeze–thaw climates, expanding your options from interiors to facades.
Box coverage is 11.62 sq. ft. (6 pieces), helping make takeoff and estimating straightforward for projects large or small.
Features
- Material: Porcelain
- Finish: Natural (matte) surface
- Edge: Rectified for precise, narrow grout joints
- Size: 12×24 rectangular tile
- Thickness: 3/8 in. (10mm)
- PEI 5 wear rating for robust durability
- Frost resistant for freeze–thaw climates
- Coverage: 11.62 sq. ft. per box | 6 pieces per box
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 – Azuma N 12×24 Porcelain Tile Natural Rectified
Important Advisory
Always follow the tile manufacturer’s instructions, local building codes, and recognized industry standards (ANSI A108/A118 and TCNA). Ensure proper substrate preparation, movement accommodation, and waterproofing/drainage where required.
Step 1: Layout & Planning
- Verify the substrate is clean, dry, structurally sound, and flat within tolerances suitable for 12×24 tile.
- Dry-lay to confirm layout, balance cuts, and align grout joints with the design intent.
- Blend material from multiple boxes to distribute any shade or pattern variation evenly.
- Use spacers consistent with rectified tile and 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 with an appropriate notched trowel; back-butter tiles as needed to improve coverage.
- Set tiles with a slight perpendicular motion to collapse ridges and achieve required bond; target coverage per industry guidelines based on area of use.
- Utilize a leveling system where needed to help minimize lippage on 12×24 installations.
- Allow mortar to cure per manufacturer instructions before grouting or allowing traffic.
Step 3: Cutting
- Cut with a wet saw using a premium diamond blade rated for porcelain.
- Mark and support tiles carefully to reduce chipping and ensure clean edges.
- 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 directions.
- Fully pack joints with a rubber float, clean diagonally, and remove haze promptly with clean water.
- Use appropriate sealant at movement joints and changes of plane; do not grout these locations.
- Protect the installation from traffic until grout has cured.
Step 5: Cleaning & Maintenance
- Clean routinely with a pH-neutral cleaner suitable for porcelain tile; avoid acids and harsh abrasives.
- Use walk-off mats and protective pads to limit tracked-in grit and scratching.
- Follow grout manufacturer maintenance guidance; seal cementitious grout if recommended.
Disclaimer
Installation should be performed by qualified professionals. Confirm actual materials, lot variations, and suitability for specific applications before installation. Stone Market USA is not responsible for issues arising from improper installation, handling, or site conditions.
