Bernini Cream 12×24 Porcelain Tile Natural Rectified
Warm and versatile, the Bernini Cream 12×24 porcelain tile delivers a soft cream tone with a refined natural (matte) surface. Its 12×24 format helps minimize grout lines for a clean, modern look, while rectified edges support tight, consistent joints across coordinated floors and walls.
Crafted in durable porcelain with a 3/8 in. (9mm) thickness and a PEI 4 wear rating, this tile balances design flexibility with everyday practicality in busy residential spaces and select light commercial interiors. Frost resistance expands design options to exterior facades in freeze–thaw climates.
Box coverage is 11.63 sq. ft. (6 pieces), making estimating and planning straightforward—use Bernini Cream on its own or pair it with complementary materials for layered, architectural detail.
Features
- Porcelain body for durability and easy care
- Color: Cream
- Finish: Natural (matte) surface
- Edge: Rectified for precise, narrow grout joints
- Size: 12×24 tile
- Thickness: 3/8 in. (9mm)
- PEI 4 wear rating for robust residential use and light commercial interiors
- Frost resistant for freeze–thaw exterior wall applications
- Approx. coverage: 1.938 sq. ft. per piece
- Packaging: 11.63 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 – Bernini Cream 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 guidelines). 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 appropriate for 12×24 tile.
- Dry-lay to confirm layout, balance cuts, and align patterning; blend tiles from multiple boxes to distribute shade variation.
- Plan joint width suitable for rectified tile and the intended grout; include movement joints per TCNA EJ171.
- For running-bond/brick patterns with 12×24 rectangles, consider a maximum 33% offset per industry guidance to help minimize lippage.
Step 2: Tile Installation
- Use a high-quality polymer-modified thin-set mortar approved for porcelain tile.
- Key mortar into the substrate, then comb in one direction; back-butter tiles as needed to improve bond.
- Set tiles with a slight back-and-forth motion to collapse ridges and achieve required coverage (typically 80–95% depending on area and exposure).
- Use a tile leveling system when appropriate to help control lippage on aligned layouts.
- Observe mortar open time and allow proper cure before grouting or light foot traffic.
Step 3: Cutting
- Cut with a wet saw and a premium diamond blade designed for porcelain.
- Mark cuts carefully and support the tile fully to reduce chipping.
- Ease sharp cut edges as needed for exposed transitions.
Step 4: Joint Filling
- Select a grout suitable for porcelain and the chosen joint width; follow manufacturer instructions for mixing, application, and cure.
- Pack joints fully with a rubber float, clean diagonally, and remove haze promptly with clean water.
- Use appropriate sealants at movement joints and changes of plane; do not grout these areas.
- Protect the installation from traffic until grout has adequately cured.
Step 5: Cleaning & Maintenance
- Clean routinely with a pH-neutral cleaner suitable for porcelain tile; avoid acids and harsh abrasives.
- Use entry mats and felt pads where appropriate to reduce tracked-in grit and scratching.
- Follow grout and mortar manufacturers’ maintenance guidance; reseal cementitious grout if recommended.
Disclaimer
Installation should be performed by qualified professionals. Always confirm actual materials, lot-to-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.
