B&W Series: Breach 24" x 48" Glossy Porcelain Tile by FLORIM

The "Ethereal Earth" Finish While standard marble-look tiles often rely on repetitive, digitized patterns, the B&W Breach provides a hyper-realistic, high-performance interpretation of dramatic tectonic shifts and high-contrast mineral fragmentation. It is the premier choice for a "Modern Hacienda" or "Warm Minimalist" aesthetic, prioritizing a deep, rhythmic texture and a sophisticated glossy surface that elevates walls and floors to a bespoke, gallery-like status.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Immerse your space in the sun-drenched, tactile beauty of the B&W Breach Tile. Designed as the ultimate "architectural jewelry" for the expansive modern home, this large-format porcelain slab is a masterpiece of Italian design. It captures the weathered, organic soul of rare brecciated stone, featuring a bold, artisanal palette of stark obsidian, crisp alabaster, and "Fragmented" smoky-grey undertones.

The Breach series is engineered to create "sculptural" horizontal and vertical surfaces. With its grand 24" x 48" dimensions and a substantial porcelain body, it provides a high-relief visual profile that adds a sense of tectonic depth to any installation. The Glossy finish—a mirror-like, high-sheen surface—amplifies the tile's organic "shadow play," creating a sense of movement that reacts beautifully to both warm architectural lighting and natural sun. Crafted by FLORIM with high-density precision, it offers the prestige of custom stone slabs with the industrial durability required for high-traffic luxury living.

KEY FEATURES

• Tactile Brecciated Texture: A sophisticated "Breach" visual that provides a rhythmic "3D" visual depth, mimicking the natural fragmentation of high-contrast Italian marble.

• "High-Clarity" Glossy Finish: A sophisticated, light-reflective surface that showcases the sharp, architectural veins of the porcelain while remaining exceptionally easy to clean.

• Substantial 24" x 48" Format: An oversized architectural slab designed to minimize grout lines, creating a monolithic, continuous surface that makes rooms feel significantly larger.

• Linear Architectural Format: The elongated shape is designed to be installed vertically for a dramatic "pillar" effect or horizontally for a seamless, expansive floor.

• High-Density Porcelain Engineering: Unlike porous natural black marbles, this FLORIM-engineered tile is non-porous, acid-resistant, and stain-proof—making it perfect for luxury master suites and gourmet kitchens.

SPECIFICATIONS

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

⚠️ CRITICAL: LARGE FORMAT HANDLING: Because of the expansive 24" x 48" dimensions and weight, this tile requires a Large and Heavy Tile (LHT) Mortar. To achieve a gallery-quality finish, installers must use a professional tile leveling system to prevent "lippage" and ensure perfectly flush transitions across the slab edges.

Professional Recommendations:

• Recommended Mortar: Use a premium Non-Sag Medium-Bed Thin-Set (Grey or Black) to ensure the 24" x 48" slabs stay perfectly aligned on vertical surfaces without sliding.

• Grout Color Matching: Select a "Charcoal" or "Midnight Black" grout. This allows the dramatic white veining to be the star, creating a seamless, "fractured stone" effect that mimics a single large slab.

• Back-Butter for Bond: To ensure these oversized pieces stay locked to the substrate, apply a thin layer of mortar to the back of the tile (back-buttering) to achieve 95%+ coverage.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is the glossy surface suitable for floors? Yes, it is designed for luxury residential and light commercial floors. However, like all glossy finishes, it can be slippery when wet. We recommend this primarily for dry areas or as a stunning feature wall application.

Can I use this for a fireplace surround? Absolutely. Porcelain is naturally heat-resistant and thermally stable. The grand 48" height and high-contrast "Breach" pattern make it a stunning, modern choice for a full-height fireplace facade.

How do I clean the glossy surface? Since the FLORIM glaze is high-density, dirt does not soak in. A simple wipe with a damp microfiber cloth or a glass cleaner will keep the brilliant high-contrast tones looking pristine and reflective.

PRO INSTALLATION TIPS

• The "Slab" Wall: Install these tiles vertically from floor to ceiling in a master bathroom. The 48" height creates a seamless "slab" look that emphasizes the architectural character of the B&W series.

• Lighting for Drama: Position cool-spectrum LEDs to "graze" the tile surface. This will emphasize the crystalline clarity of the white veins against the deep obsidian background.

• The 1/3 Offset: If installing in a running bond on floors, do not exceed a 1/3 offset to maintain the structural integrity and visual rhythm of the large-format slabs.