Neostile 2.0 Grafite 12×24 Porcelain Tile Natural Rectified
Sleek and modern, the Neostile 2.0 Grafite 12×24 porcelain tile brings a versatile gray aesthetic in a natural (matte) finish. Its elongated rectangular format helps minimize grout lines for a cleaner, more contemporary look across floors and walls.
Crafted in durable porcelain with precisely rectified edges, this tile supports tight, consistent joints and low-maintenance performance in busy spaces. The 9mm (3/8") thickness provides a solid, quality feel underfoot while maintaining design flexibility for residential and commercial wall applications.
Frost resistance broadens design options to exterior facades in freeze–thaw climates. Box coverage is 13.56 sq. ft. (7 pieces), making layout planning and estimating straightforward.
Features
- Porcelain body for durability and easy care
- Color: Grafite
- Finish: Natural (matte) surface
- Edge: Rectified for precise, narrow grout joints
- Size: 12×24 tile
- Thickness: 9mm (3/8")
- PEI 4 wear rating
- Frost resistant for freeze–thaw exterior wall applications
- Coverage: 13.56 sq. ft. per box | 7 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 – Neostile 2.0 Grafite 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 requirements where applicable.
Step 1: Layout & Planning
- Confirm the substrate is clean, dry, structurally sound, and flat within tolerances for large-format tile (12×24).
- Dry-lay to plan layout, center the design, and avoid small perimeter cuts.
- Blend tiles from multiple boxes to distribute shade variation evenly.
- Use spacers appropriate for rectified tile and include movement joints per TCNA EJ171.
Step 2: Tile Installation
- Use a polymer-modified thin-set mortar approved for porcelain and, when applicable, for large-format tile.
- Key mortar into the substrate, comb in one direction with an appropriate notched trowel, and back-butter tiles as needed to improve coverage.
- Set tiles with a slight back-and-forth motion to collapse ridges; achieve coverage levels required by location (typically 80–95%).
- Use a leveling system when needed to help minimize lippage.
- Allow mortar to cure per manufacturer instructions before grouting or light traffic.
Step 3: Cutting
- Cut with a wet saw equipped with a premium diamond blade suitable for porcelain.
- Mark and support cuts carefully to reduce 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; follow manufacturer directions for mixing, application, and cure.
- Fully pack joints with a rubber float, clean diagonally across joints, and remove haze promptly with clean water.
- Use flexible sealants at movement joints and changes of plane; do not grout these areas.
- 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 entry mats and protective pads to minimize tracked-in grit and scratching.
- Follow grout manufacturer maintenance guidance; reseal cementitious grout if recommended.
Disclaimer
Installation should be performed by qualified professionals. 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.
