Nextone Grey 12×24 Porcelain Tile Natural Rectified
Nextone Grey 12×24 Porcelain Tile brings a versatile gray palette and understated natural finish to contemporary interiors. Its rectified edges support clean, consistent grout lines, while the 12×24 format creates a balanced layout for floors and walls.
Made from porcelain with a 3/8-inch, 10mm thickness and PEI 5 rating, this tile is designed for durable everyday performance in suitable residential and commercial interior applications. The frost-free construction also supports select exterior installations when site conditions and project requirements are properly evaluated.
Use Nextone Grey as a refined foundation for modern kitchens, bathrooms, living areas, and architectural wall designs. Its neutral color coordinates easily with decorative tile, mosaics, wood tones, metal finishes, and natural stone accents.
Features
- Porcelain construction for durable, low-maintenance surfaces
- Grey color with a natural finish
- 12×24 format for floors and walls
- Rectified edges for clean, consistent grout joints
- 3/8-inch thickness, equivalent to 10mm
- PEI 5 wear rating
- Frost-free construction for suitable exterior applications
- Coverage: 15.50 sq. ft. per box | 8 pieces per box
Recommended Applications
- Residential interior floors
- Residential interior walls
- Commercial interior floors
- Commercial interior walls
- Backsplashes
- Shower walls
- Suitable exterior applications where frost-free performance and site conditions are appropriate
Installation Guide – Nextone Grey 12×24 Porcelain Tile Natural Rectified
Important Advisory
Always follow the Happy Floors installation instructions, applicable local building codes, and recognized tile industry standards, including ANSI and TCNA guidance where applicable. Confirm that the selected application, substrate, waterproofing, drainage, and movement-joint design are appropriate for the project.
Step 1: Layout & Planning
- Verify that the substrate is clean, dry, structurally sound, and properly prepared for porcelain tile installation.
- Plan the layout before setting tile, balancing the design and avoiding unnecessarily narrow perimeter cuts.
- Review tiles from multiple boxes during layout to distribute normal shade and pattern variation evenly.
- Use spacers or an approved layout system to maintain consistent joints, and provide movement accommodation as required by the installation environment and industry standards.
Step 2: Tile Installation
- Use a setting material approved for porcelain tile and suitable for the specific substrate and application.
- Apply mortar according to the mortar manufacturer’s instructions, combing it consistently and ensuring proper contact between the tile and substrate.
- Set each tile with appropriate pressure and movement to establish a secure bond and maintain the planned alignment.
- Check the installation regularly for coverage, alignment, lippage, and open mortar joints. Allow the setting material to cure according to its manufacturer’s instructions before grouting or allowing traffic.
Step 3: Cutting
- Cut porcelain tile with equipment and a diamond blade intended for porcelain.
- Measure and mark cuts carefully, supporting the tile during cutting to help minimize chipping.
- Ease or finish exposed cut edges where needed, particularly at transitions and other visible locations.
Step 4: Joint Filling
- Select a grout compatible with porcelain tile, the planned joint width, and the project conditions.
- Mix, apply, clean, and cure the grout according to the grout manufacturer’s instructions.
- Keep movement joints and changes of plane free of grout; use an appropriate sealant or joint treatment as required by the installation design.
- Protect the finished installation from traffic and contamination until the grout and setting materials have cured as directed.
Step 5: Cleaning & Maintenance
- Remove installation residue using products and procedures recommended for porcelain tile and the grout system.
- Maintain the surface with routine cleaning and a suitable pH-neutral cleaner; avoid harsh abrasives and chemicals that may damage adjacent materials or grout.
- Address spills and abrasive debris promptly, and follow the grout manufacturer’s maintenance recommendations.
- For exterior installations, confirm that drainage, freeze-thaw exposure, and maintenance requirements remain appropriate for the selected assembly.
Disclaimer
Installation should be performed by qualified tile professionals. Confirm actual product, lot variation, substrate conditions, and application suitability before installation. Stone Market USA is not responsible for issues resulting from improper installation, handling, or site conditions.
