Large Format Porcelain Tile | Tile by Style
Thymos is inspired by a marble from the Anatolian peninsula that seemingly preserves the breath of the Earth. It is a material of rare beauty that is defined by measured contrasts and an innate refinement. The chromatically uniform background is mottled with delicate nuances, and the foreground has fine and warm veining which runs across the surface in multiple directions. The brushed finish introduces an elegant note of brightness like the soft reflection of filtered light. It recalls the time-worn surfaces and enhances the depth, color tones and graphic details.
Segesta is a classic marble look in 4 colors and multiple sizes. In addition to 12 x 24 and 24 x 48 (in 3 of the colors), it comes in 12 x 12, a size which continues to grow in popularity and a 3” Hexagon which add value to the line and makes it quite complete. The depth of color and distinct veins are expertly rendered to create a look that defines purity and refinement. Colors and sizes can be mixed together to create installations that elevate a space where the look of marble becomes the main character.
Marca Corona excels at white marbles and Delicata is the new collection showcasing their special skill and expanding the concept into warmer tones. The Calacatta Velato is timeless, sophisticated and remarkably subtle, with veins that are so gently rendered that it really looks like they are underneath the surface, and some pieces have almost no veining at all. The Pure Avorio is a honey onyx. It’s warm and inviting, and the same technique of layered graphics creates a depth where it feels like you are looking through a translucent surface to what’s beneath. The Taj Cristallo is the much sought-after Cristallo version of Taj Mahal. They worked hard to get the color just right and also toned down the graphic of the real marble to make it even more appealing. The Velvet finish feels like a honed surface, that is smooth but still passes DCOF.
With Venetian, Gazzini was inspired by the refined beauty of the Broccato Veneziano Limestone. Its design features mottling, slender veins and tone-on-tone inclusions, creating a stone look that is both classic and contemporary. The structured Reeded in 12 x 24 (intended for walls) offers a fun way to add extra dimension, both literally and figuratively. The warm color palette is exactly what people want right now. In the end, Venetian has enough character to take center stage as a focal point and enough subtlety to combine with other products as an understated supporting character.
Cortina is a soft stone look at a competitive price. The 3 colors have a graphic with gentle veins that recall the look of the mountainside of the Alps in Northern Italy where Cortina is situated. With a 12 x 24 in a regular tile thickness and a 24 x 36 Paver, this line offers options for different areas.
With Marfil, Pamesa brings the look of Crema Marfil marble to porcelain. This ever-popular classic marble is especially sought after right now as people lean into creating spaces with warm color palettes. Its cream background with beige and tan veins gives it a soft and cozy feel. Pamesa used 3D technology to achieve the look which makes it quite difficult to tell that it’s a porcelain with all the technical advantages that entails.
This is a superior quality product with detailed graphics and an exceptional finish that really give the impression of an intricate mosaic floor or wall. It looks truly amazing when installed! However, due the special nature of the material, it’s critical to have it installed properly. This is not a DIY type material. Customers should make sure to select a qualified and expert craftsman who is willing to spend the time and effort needed to do it right. This will include doing a dry layout including moving and rotating pieces to get the best alignment and knowing where each piece will go. Also - it should be noted that the 24 x 48 size eliminates most grout joints and creates an almost seamless finish, but this also means that where the pieces meet the patterns have small modifications, and there can be slight misalignments of the patterns from piece to piece. The installer will need to work with this and show customers the dry lay out before setting the tile to make sure that you are satisfied with the final effect.
Gazzini’s new marble, White Beauty, is their interpretation of the real marble with the same name. They wanted to make a marble with green tones and selected the White Beauty because it’s a unique material that is now difficult to find and extremely expensive due to the quarry closing in 2023. They achieved the realistic look and feel by using large quantities of glaze and layering them in a way to get the very deep green and black veins that are the defining part of this marble’s look. They also brush the surface which creates additional depth in the graphic and also gives it a touch that feels honed.
The features of this collection are reflected in its name. Timeless: beautiful tiles that go beyond time and trends. From the aesthetic point of view, the color palette stands out for its neutral colors and subtle movement, allowing for harmonious combinations. From the technical point of view, Casalgrande has fine-tuned their technology for making full-body porcelain, and they manufacture a material with superior technical characteristics that withstand the test of time. This is a truly unglazed, technical porcelain, with all the graphic movement achieved by the pigments in the clay and no glaze on top.
Antique Lux is a new generation of marble-look porcelain. Gazzini always has a special approach with their marble looks and, with this line, they are taking advantage of exciting new technology to achieve a final product that truly looks and feels like real marble. The glazes are applied in a way that perfectly follows the surface structure, creating veins that you can feel as well as see. The special finish is made the same way as fully polished material, with polishing wheels that rub the surface, but without going as deep as with full polishing, creating an elegant satin finish. The finish also has technical advantages such as better resistance to scratching and no risk of microporosities. By the innovative combination of these two techniques, we have a marble look that is extremely natural to the touch as well as stunningly beautiful. The line comes in 6 colors that are familiar yet unique. Gazzini was inspired by real marble, and then they finessed the graphics and colors to make them even more attractive to market demands.
Aurea evokes the golden era of ancient Rome with each color name referencing a famous place in the hallowed city. The look is old marble that was installed centuries ago. The surface is slightly undulated, giving the effect of a floor that has had people walking across it for hundreds of years. The undulation includes edges that are not completely flat creating some high and low areas that present as lippage. There are also little scratches in the graphic to add to the worn effect. The final result is an antiqued marble that uses history to elevate a contemporary application.
Millennium Quartz provides a breathtakingly accurate interpretation of natural stone. It embodies quartzite’s characteristic visual depth, aesthetic richness and even includes its glints and gleams of light. The four colors are complex and they all incorporate warm and cool tones in their graphics. They are neutral but each has its own strong character. One tile feels like a piece of art; installing the tile in an entire area creates a decadent artistic flair.
Scultorea features the quintessential white marble look of Statuario Argento. By combining Marca Corona’s stellar historical success with making white marbles and their updated and enhanced technology, this is the new, improved generation for statuario-look porcelain. We are stocking 12x24 and 24x48 in both Natural and Polished. Then there is a 2x10 size in the new Velvet finish which is like a silky honed marble. The 8-1/2” Hex and the mosaics come in Natural only.
Arkigeo draws inspiration from the beauty that the Earth patiently creates through the long cycles of geological time. Born from the combination of shells, sedimentary layers, and subtle veins, the forces of nature create limestone as an intricate palette of sands in harmonious and naturalistic shades. The final look is organic and the color palette is balanced and serene. We are stocking the 12 x 24, 24 x 48, and 3“ Hexagon. There is also a Decorative in 12 x 24 called Patina that coordinates with all 6 colors. Arkigeo is suitable for residential and commercial use.
Marais is a modern reinterpretation of Belgian Pierre Blue Stone. The black, Grafite, color is closest to the real bluestone and then View reimagined the look in three additional colors to create a four color line. The material has a slightly chiseled edge, but it is still rectified and has a refined look. The 24x24 size is perfect for this look and helps the line stand out.
Mariner was inspired by Nature when creating their well-executed, porcelain reproduction of real travertine. They gave it an upgraded, elegant feel by softening the look and removing some of travertine’s less appealing imperfections. With three neutral colors in 12 x 24 and 24 x 24 in a rectified edge, this line will work well for customers seeking to create a harmonious, natural atmosphere. Theory is suitable for residential and light to moderate commercial applications
The aesthetic of Stonecloud is simple without being plain. Inspired by volcanic lava, the graphic has subtle shading and small mineral spots. The result is something that has depth and interest without adhering to an identifiable pattern. The color palette includes attractive neutrals, a clean white, and a rich, deep blue. All five colors are stocked in two finishes, Natural and Embossed, each enlivened with important details. The Natural finish is not completely flat and has matte and shiny areas that reflect the light in different ways. The Embossed finish has a delicately raised linear structure that has a pleasant worn effect, creating a structured porcelain that is still easy to clean.
The Ardenne series is a stone look inspired by the flowing veins of Brazilian slate and the delicate pebbles found on the shore. The final aesthetic would be equally at home in a modern or rustic design.
Motif reproduces all the special features of the classic Calacatta Gold marble of Italian tradition. The vein, color, tactile sensation and visual impact all reflect the beauty of this noble stone with it’s bright white background and warm veining. With the Natural (honed) and Polished finishes, and multiple sizes and mosaics, Motif offers a full range of options within this one color series.
The cross-cut travertine look is more than traditional; it is perennially popular. Yet, as factories discontinue old travertine lines, it has become difficult to find replacements. With the Tradition series, we found one that will be a great option for customers seeking the travertine look. As a one color line, it manages to be far more than just one tile. The color has deep graphic detail and a nuanced blend of warm tones that make it a chameleon that moves from Ivory to Almond to Gold, depending on its surroundings. In fact, it will appeal to anyone who simply wants a beautiful stone-look in a warm color.
IL Cotto epitomizes the essence of terracotta. It has a very natural, earthy look with plenty of movement including the little specks and imperfections that are present in real terracotta material, while also having the technical advantages of glazed porcelain. The theme continues with the palette of three warm colors - Fango (mud), Terra (earth) and Sabbia (sand).