Kobe Verde 12×24 Porcelain Tile Natural Rectified
Sophisticated and versatile, the Kobe Verde 12×24 porcelain tile delivers a refined green tone with a soft natural (matte) finish. Rectified edges support tight, consistent grout joints for a clean, contemporary layout on floors or walls.
Engineered in durable porcelain at 10mm (3/8 in.) thickness, Kobe Verde balances design flexibility with everyday practicality. A PEI 4 wear rating and a 0.50 DCOF provide confident performance for residential floors and select light commercial spaces, while frost resistance opens design possibilities for exterior facades in freeze–thaw climates.
Use it as a streamlined field tile or pair it with coordinating elements to build layered architectural detail. The 12×24 format helps minimize grout lines, creating a smooth visual field that complements modern and transitional interiors.
Features
- Material: Porcelain
- Color: Verde (green tone)
- Finish: Natural (matte)
- Size: 12×24 rectangular field tile
- Thickness: 3/8 in. (10mm)
- Edge Type: Rectified for precise, narrow joints
- PEI Rating: 4
- DCOF: 0.50 (wet)
- Frost resistant for freeze–thaw exterior wall applications
- Box coverage: 9.69 sq. ft. | 5 pieces per box (approx. 1.938 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 – Kobe Verde 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). Verify substrate suitability, movement accommodation, and waterproofing/drainage where required.
Step 1: Layout & Planning
- Confirm the substrate is clean, dry, structurally sound, and flat within industry tolerances for large-format tile (one side over 15 inches).
- Dry-lay to plan layout, center the design, and avoid sliver cuts at perimeters or transitions.
- Blend tiles from multiple boxes to evenly distribute any shade or pattern variation.
- Use appropriate spacers; maintain a joint width suitable for rectified tile and the chosen pattern. Include movement joints per TCNA EJ171.
Step 2: Tile Installation
- Use a polymer-modified thin-set mortar approved for porcelain and, where applicable, for large-format tiles.
- Key mortar into the substrate, then comb with an appropriate notched trowel. Back-butter tiles as needed to improve bond and coverage.
- Set tiles with a slight back-and-forth motion to collapse ridges. Achieve coverage consistent with standards (typically 80–95% depending on area and exposure).
- Use a tile leveling system if needed to help minimize lippage on larger formats.
- Allow mortar to cure per manufacturer instructions before grouting or traffic.
Step 3: Cutting
- Cut with a wet saw using a premium diamond blade rated for porcelain.
- Measure and mark carefully; support the tile fully to reduce chipping.
- Ease sharp cut edges where they will be exposed.
Step 4: Joint Filling
- Select a grout suitable for porcelain and the planned joint width; follow manufacturer mixing and cure instructions.
- Pack joints completely with a rubber float, clean diagonally, and remove haze promptly.
- Use appropriate sealant at movement joints and 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 approved for porcelain tile; avoid acids and harsh abrasives.
- Use entry mats and protective pads to minimize tracked 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 the intended application prior to installation. Stone Market USA is not responsible for issues arising from improper installation, handling, or site conditions.
