Newton Silver 12×24 Porcelain Tile Semi Polished Rectified
Sophisticated and versatile, the Newton Silver 12×24 porcelain tile brings a cool silver tone with a semi-polished surface that adds a soft, refined sheen. Precise rectified edges help create clean, consistent grout lines for modern walls and floors.
Engineered in durable porcelain with a 3/8 in (9.5 mm) thickness and a PEI 4 wear rating, this tile balances everyday practicality with elevated style. Frost resistance supports exterior wall applications in freeze–thaw climates, expanding your design options from interiors to facades.
Use Newton Silver on its own for a streamlined look or pair it with coordinating materials to build layered detail across kitchens, baths, living areas, and commercial wall spaces.
Features
- Porcelain body for durability and easy maintenance
- Color: Silver
- Finish: Semi Polished surface
- Edge: Rectified for precise, narrow grout joints
- Size: 12×24 format
- Thickness: 3/8 in (9.5 mm)
- PEI 4 wear rating for robust residential and light commercial floors
- Frost resistant for freeze–thaw exterior wall use
- 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 – Newton Silver 12×24 Porcelain Tile Semi Polished 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 plan the layout, balance cuts, and align pattern/graphics if present.
- Blend tiles from multiple boxes to evenly distribute any shade variation.
- Use spacers and a joint width appropriate for rectified tile; include movement joints per TCNA EJ171.
Step 2: Tile Installation
- Use a polymer-modified thin-set mortar approved for porcelain and, where needed, for large-format tile.
- Key mortar into the substrate, comb with an appropriate notched trowel, and back-butter tiles to improve coverage.
- Set tiles with a slight back-and-forth motion to collapse ridges; achieve coverage per industry guidelines for the area of use.
- Use a leveling system when needed to help minimize lippage on 12×24 installations.
- Allow mortar to cure per manufacturer guidance before grouting or opening to light traffic.
Step 3: Cutting
- Cut with a wet saw using a premium diamond blade rated for porcelain.
- Mark cuts carefully, support the tile fully, and ease sharp edges where exposed.
- Wear appropriate PPE and follow tool manufacturer safety instructions.
Step 4: Joint Filling
- Select a grout suitable for porcelain and the chosen joint width; follow manufacturer directions for mixing 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 cured.
Step 5: Cleaning & Maintenance
- Clean routinely with a pH-neutral cleaner suitable for porcelain; avoid acids and harsh abrasives.
- Use entry mats and felt pads to reduce 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-to-lot variations, and suitability for the intended application before installation. Stone Market USA is not responsible for issues arising from improper installation, handling, or site conditions.
