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13 X 13 In Nexus Graphite Matte Pressed Glazed Porcelain
Item 4500-0453-0
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- Showroom and warehouse in Louisville, KY
- Order a sample first, we credit it on your full order
- Tile experts available by phone and chat
Everything you need to install it
Suggested for this tile: profile height 5/16 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 Nexus Graphite
Nexus Graphite is a 13 x 13 in matte glazed porcelain tile. Rated for interior floor, interior wall, shower wall, shower floor, exterior wall and commercial spaces.
Highlights
- Finish: Matte; pressed edge
- Where to use: Interior Floor, Interior Wall, Shower Wall, Shower Floor, Exterior Wall, Commercial
- Slip rating: DCOF 0.5 (ID, IW, IW+)
- Shade variation: V3, moderate variation
- Coverage: 15.28 sq ft per case (13 pieces)
Good to know
- Low maintenance: clean with a pH-neutral cleaner.
- Also in Nexus Graphite: 12 x 24 in tile, 2 x 2 in mosaic, 3 x 12 in Bullnose trim.
- Order a sample first; the sample cost is credited toward your full order.
Questions
What is 13 X 13 In porcelain tile best used for?
This 13 X 13 In porcelain tile works well for bathrooms, kitchens, entryways, laundry rooms, and other floor or wall areas.
Is this matte, pressed, 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. A matte surface can be a practical choice where a softer, less reflective look is preferred.
Can 13 X 13 In Nexus Graphite Matte Pressed Glazed Porcelain 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.
