Product Overview
Florim "I Classici" Calacatta Gold Glossy 32" x 32" Porcelain Tile brings high-end Italian architectural glamour, luminous reflection, and world-class porcelain engineering to modern residential and commercial interiors. Produced by renowned Italian tile manufacturer Florim, the I Classici collection reinterprets mid-century European luxury through advanced HD inkjet technology.
This 32" x 32" grand-format tile features a bright white base with realistic honey-gold veining, soft gray ribboning, and a high-luster polished glossy finish. Engineered with a V3 moderate-to-high shade variation rating, it offers approximately 10 to 15 unique face prints to ensure a natural, non-repeating marble aesthetic.
Technical Specifications
| Technical Property |
Value / Specification |
Notes / Compliance |
| Manufacturer / Collection |
Florim / I Classici Series |
Made in Italy |
| Material Type |
Glazed Porcelain |
Commercial-Grade High-Fired Body |
| Nominal Dimensions |
32" W x 32" L (80 cm x 80 cm) |
Square Grand-Format Porcelain |
| Thickness |
Approx. 3/8 in. (10.0 mm) |
High Breaking & Load Strength |
| Surface Finish |
Glossy / Polished |
High-Reflection Mirror Luster |
| Color & Graphic Variation |
Calacatta Gold / V3 Variation |
10–15 Unique Faces for Natural Look |
| Edge Detail |
Precision Rectified |
Designed for Ultra-Narrow Grout Lines |
| Durability Rating |
PEI 4 |
Residential, Medium Commercial, Light Institutional |
| Packaging Specs |
2 Pieces / 13.78 sq. ft. per Box (~65.7 lbs) |
Sold by the Box |
Recommended Applications
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Open-Concept Living & Foyer Floors: Minimizes grout gridlines across expansive areas, producing an elegant, light-reflecting floor canvas for grand entrances, living rooms, and dining halls.
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Primary Bath Suites & Full-Height Shower Walls: Brings Italian marble luxury to vanity feature walls, tub surrounds, and bath floors while remaining impervious to moisture and soap scum.
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Fireplace Surrounds & Feature Walls: Creates a floor-to-ceiling focal point in living rooms, executive offices, and hotel lobbies.
Installation and Handling Guidelines
⚠️ IMPORTANT: LARGE FORMAT TILE (LFT) INSTALLATION PROTOCOL
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Subfloor Flatness Required: 32" x 32" tiles require a level subfloor. Surface variation must not exceed 1/8" in 10 feet to prevent hollow spots and edge lippage.
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Pure White LFT Thin-Set Mortar: Always set tiles using a polymer-modified Large & Heavy Tile (LFT) mortar (ANSI A118.4 / ANSI A118.11) in pure white. White mortar prevents dark shadowing through light-colored glazed porcelain surfaces.
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Back-Butter Technique & Leveling Systems: Back-butter the back of each 32" x 32" tile with thinset to achieve 95%+ mortar coverage. Use a mechanical tile leveling system (clips and wedges) during setting to guarantee completely flush tile-to-tile edges.
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Rectified Grout Joint & Offset: Rectified edges allow for tight 1/16" to 1/8" grout joints. When installing in a running bond/staggered layout, offset tiles by no more than 33% (1/3 bond) per TCNA guidelines.
Care and Maintenance
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Routine Cleaning: Sweep or vacuum debris, then mop with warm water and a neutral pH household tile cleaner.
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Stain & Moisture Resistance: Non-porous porcelain body repels wine, oil, coffee, and household chemical spills effortlessly.
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Zero Sealing Required: Unlike natural Calacatta marble, glazed porcelain requires no impregnators, sealers, or special chemical polishing.
Design Profile
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Aesthetic Inspiration: Italian High Luxury, Modern Glamour, Mid-Century European Modernism, Grand Minimalist.
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Visual Advantage: Warm gold and subtle gray veining pair with a reflective glossy sheen, bringing soft warmth to bright white spaces.
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Complementary Finishes: Champagne bronze or brushed gold fixtures, warm natural oak or high-gloss white cabinetry, polished nickel accents, and gold-veined quartz slab countertops.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Florim I Classici Calacatta Gold 32x32 durable enough for commercial floors?
Yes! It holds a PEI 4 durability rating, making it suitable for residential, medium commercial, and light institutional foot traffic.
Does this Florim tile require sealing?
No. Glazed porcelain is impervious to liquids and stains. Only cementitious grout lines (if used) need optional sealing.
Why is a mechanical leveling system recommended for 32" x 32" tile?
Grand-format tiles cover a large surface area. Leveling clips lock the edges flat against one another while thinset cures, eliminating edge "lippage" (uneven tile joints).
