Neostile 2.0 Silver 12×24 Porcelain Tile Natural Rectified
Sleek and versatile, Neostile 2.0 Silver delivers a refined silver‑gray look in a modern 12×24 format. The natural (matte) surface brings a soft, contemporary character, while rectified edges support tight, consistent grout joints for clean lines across floors and walls.
Crafted in durable porcelain at approximately 3/8 in (9mm) thickness, this tile balances design flexibility with everyday practicality. A PEI 4 wear rating supports robust residential use and select light commercial interiors, and frost resistance makes it a smart option for exterior facades in freeze–thaw climates.
Use it as a streamlined canvas or mix with complementary materials to build layered architectural detail. Straightforward planning is supported by 13.56 sq. ft. of coverage per box (7 pieces).
Features
- Porcelain body for durability and low maintenance
- Color: Silver gray tone
- Finish: Natural (matte) surface
- Edge: Rectified for precise, narrow grout joints
- Size: 12×24 large-format tile
- Thickness: 9mm (approx. 3/8 in)
- PEI 4 wear rating for robust residential and light commercial use
- 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 Silver 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 for the application.
Step 1: Layout & Planning
- Confirm the substrate is clean, dry, structurally sound, and flat within tolerances for large-format porcelain tile.
- Dry-lay to plan layout, balance cuts, and align grout joints; center the design to avoid sliver cuts at perimeters.
- Blend tiles from multiple boxes to evenly distribute any shade variation.
- Select a joint width appropriate for rectified tile; include movement joints per TCNA EJ171 and project conditions.
Step 2: Tile Installation
- Use a polymer-modified thin-set mortar approved for porcelain and large-format tile on a suitable substrate.
- Key mortar into the substrate, then comb with an appropriate notched trowel; back-butter tiles as needed to improve contact.
- Set tiles with a slight perpendicular motion to collapse ridges and achieve required coverage per ANSI standards for the application.
- Use a tile leveling system when needed to help minimize lippage on large-format installations.
- Allow mortar to cure per manufacturer instructions before grouting or opening to light traffic.
Step 3: Cutting
- Cut with a wet saw and a premium diamond blade rated for porcelain.
- Measure and mark carefully; support the tile fully during cutting 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; mix and apply per manufacturer directions.
- Pack joints completely with a rubber float; clean diagonally and remove residual haze promptly with clean water.
- Use appropriate sealant at movement joints and changes of plane; do not grout these areas.
- Protect the installation from traffic until grout has cured per instructions.
Step 5: Cleaning & Maintenance
- Clean routinely with a pH-neutral cleaner suitable for porcelain; avoid acids and harsh abrasives.
- Use walk-off mats and felt pads where appropriate to limit tracked-in grit and surface abrasion.
- 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 prior to install. Stone Market USA is not responsible for issues arising from improper installation, handling, or site conditions.
