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12 x 24 in. La Marca Onyx Nuvolato Polished Rectified Glazed Porcelain Wall Tile
Item 4500-0883-1
which finish?
Polished is glossy and reflective. It shows the most veining and light, and is slicker when wet, so check the slip rating (DCOF) before using it on a bathroom or shower floor.
Honed is smooth and matte. Softer, more natural look, more traction when wet, and it hides water spots and footprints.
Same tile body and color, only the surface differs. Not every size is made in both finishes; a dashed size below is made in the other finish only.
Shower floor? Polished tile is slippery when wet, so it is not recommended for shower floors. For the shower floor, choose the honed version or a matching mosaic.
Covers 15.5 sq ft per case · 8 pieces
Contractors, multi-room jobs and full-house orders usually get a better price than the website shows.
Tell us the rooms and the square footage and a Louisville tile specialist will send you a quote, often the same day.
Everything you need to install it
Suggested for this tile: profile height 3/8 inch for its thickness, trowel and mortar for its size, spacers for its edge. Quantities are estimates from your area; your installer has the final say.
Install materials ship separately from our Louisville, KY warehouse and carry their own shipping rate at checkout. Pick up in store to avoid it.
Specifications
Size & packaging
Details
Performance & ratings
What these ratings mean, in plain English
- Water absorption
- How much water the tile soaks up. Under 0.5% means almost none, which is why porcelain is safe in showers, outdoors and in freezing weather. Natural stone soaks up more, so it is sealed.
- Frost resistance
- Can it freeze without cracking? "Frost resistant" means yes, so it can go outside through a Kentucky winter.
- Slip resistance (DCOF)
- How grippy the surface is underfoot. Floors that get wet need 0.42 or more, measured wet. "Dry" means it was only rated for dry floors, so keep it to dry rooms and walls. The letters are the areas it is approved for: ID dry indoor floors, IW indoor floors that get wet, IW+ showers, steam rooms and pool decks, EW outdoor wet areas, O/G around oil and grease.
- Scratch hardness (MOHS)
- How hard the surface is on a 1 to 10 scale (10 is diamond). 5 or more shrugs off sand, grit and furniture legs; 7 or more is best for busy entries.
- PEI wear rating
- How well the glaze resists wearing through, 0 to 5. 1 and 2 are for walls, 3 is fine for any room in a home, 4 and 5 are for stores and heavy traffic.
- Breaking strength
- How much force a tile takes before it snaps. Floor tile needs at least 250 lbf; higher is tougher.
- Chemical and stain resistance
- How it stands up to cleaners and spills. Class A is the best (no mark left); Class B shows a faint mark only after the harshest chemicals.
- Thermal shock and crazing
- Pass means sudden hot-to-cold changes did not crack the glaze or leave hairline lines in it.
- Shade variation
- How much the pieces differ from one another. V1 all alike, V2 slight, V3 noticeable, V4 very different. Marble looks are usually V2 to V4, so pull tiles from several cases as you lay them.
- GREENGUARD
- Certified for low chemical emissions into indoor air, as listed by the manufacturer.
Installation & use
About La Marca Onyx Nuvolato
Marble's adaptability, as well as the large range of shapes, colors, and treatments available, make it ideal for a wide range of design types and locations. Our Onyx Nuvolato polished rectified glazed porcelain wall tile from the La Marca line is ideal for any design style or environment. The subtle, realistic designs' ebb and flow are masterfully accomplished in classic porcelain, which is more adaptable than marble. With the ebb and flow of its delicate design surface, La Marca Onyx Nuvolato Polished Rectified Glazed Porcelain Wall Tile, marble gently glides and shimmers. The carefully chosen color palette enhances the attractiveness of La Marca in any setting that seeks elegance, timelessness, and enticing design alternatives.
Questions
What is 12 x 24 in porcelain tile best used for?
This 12 x 24 in porcelain tile works well for bathroom walls, kitchen backsplashes, shower walls, and accent walls.
Is this polished, rectified, glazed porcelain tile good for bathrooms?
Yes, porcelain tile is commonly used in bathrooms when installed with the right mortar, grout, and waterproofing for wet areas. Polished surfaces are best planned carefully on wet floors because they can feel slicker.
Can 12 x 24 in. La Marca Onyx Nuvolato Polished Rectified Glazed Porcelain Wall Tile be used on shower walls?
Yes, it can be used on shower walls if the substrate is properly waterproofed and the tile is installed with suitable setting materials.
What grout color works best with this tile?
A matching grout creates a seamless look, while a contrasting grout highlights the tile shape and layout. Always test grout samples with the tile first.
