Product Overview
Dellano Exotic Blue 8" x 48" Porcelain Tile combines the captivating visual drama of rare blue hardwood and petrified timber with the extreme durability of large-format vitrified porcelain. Featuring an elongated 8" x 48" plank format, Exotic Blue displays rich sapphire, denim, and slate blue tones interwoven with warm golden-amber grain movement and charcoal veining.
The smooth matte finish provides a touchable, satin-like surface that reduces direct sunlight glare while delivering vital underfoot traction. Engineered from high-density glazed porcelain, it offers the artistic sophistication of exotic stained hardwood with zero risk of warping, moisture damage, or scratching—ideal for heavy-traffic residential and commercial floors and walls.
Technical Specifications
| Technical Property |
Value / Specification |
Notes / Compliance |
| Material Type |
Glazed Vitrified Porcelain |
High-Density Ceramic Body |
| Nominal Dimensions |
8" x 48" (Approx. 20 cm x 120 cm) |
Elongated Plank Format |
| Thickness |
Approx. 3/8 in. (9.5 mm - 10 mm) |
Dimensional Floor & Wall Tile |
| Surface Finish |
Smooth Matte |
Low-Sheen Satin Finish |
| Color Profile |
Exotic Blue (Sapphire Blue, Gold Grain, & Slate) |
Dynamic Shade Variation (V3) |
| Edge Detail |
Precision Rectified / Square Cut |
Allows Clean, Narrow Joint Lines |
| Recommended Applications |
Interior Floors & Walls, Accent Walls, Showers, Covered Patios* |
Dry & Wet Locations |
*For outdoor installations, confirm local freeze-thaw exposure and slip ratings prior to setting.
Recommended Applications
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Main Living & Dining Floors: Delivers a striking, artistic floor design that serves as a conversation piece in open-concept living rooms, foyers, and dining spaces.
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Feature Walls & Fireplace Surrounds: The 48-inch plank length builds expressive, continuous vertical wood-look accent walls, chimney breasts, and headboard backdrops.
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Primary Baths & Shower Walls: Ideal for full-height shower surrounds and vanity floors where natural wood cannot be used due to high humidity and water exposure.
Installation & Handling Guidelines
⚠️ IMPORTANT: LARGE FORMAT PLANK TILE INSTALLATION PROTOCOL
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Mortar Selection: Install using a high-performance polymer-modified Large and Heavy Tile (LFT) thin-set mortar (ANSI A118.4 / ANSI A118.11) to support heavy 48-inch planks and prevent slumping.
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Maximum Offset / Stagger: When laying in a running bond pattern, do NOT exceed a 1/3 offset (approx. 33% / 16 inches) stagger. Avoid 50% half-lap layouts to prevent lippage caused by natural plank bowing.
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Grout Joint & Leveling Systems: Maintain a minimum 1/16" to 1/8" grout joint. Use a mechanical tile leveling clip system during installation to ensure flat, lippage-free plank transitions.
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Substrate Flatness: Ensure floor substrates meet TCNA standards (maximum 1/8" variation in 10 feet) before laying large-format planks.
Care & Maintenance
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Routine Cleaning: Clean easily with warm water and a neutral pH floor cleaner or mild detergent.
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Stain & Moisture Resistance: Vitrified porcelain has near-zero water absorption (< 0.5%), making it immune to wine, grease, oil, and household chemical stains.
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Zero Sealing Required: Unlike real hardwood or natural stone, glazed porcelain requires no sanding, staining, waxing, or topical sealers over its lifespan.
Design Profile
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Aesthetic Inspiration: Luxury Modern, Coastal Bohemian, Artistic Eclectic, Modern Industrial.
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Visual Advantage: The rich fusion of vibrant blue tones and golden timber grain adds dramatic contrast and luxury movement across expansive floor plans.
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Complementary Finishes: Warm natural oak millwork, champagne bronze hardware, matte black fixtures, and creamy off-white or light gray walls.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dellano Exotic Blue tile require sealing?
No. Glazed porcelain is non-porous and naturally stain-resistant, so the tile face does not require sealing. Only cementitious grout joints between tiles may benefit from sealing depending on the grout system used.
Can this 8" x 48" plank tile be installed in a herringbone pattern?
Yes! The 1:6 width-to-length proportion makes it suitable for large-scale herringbone patterns on expansive floor plates and full-height accent walls.
Can Dellano Exotic Blue be used on shower floors?
While ideal for shower walls, 8" x 48" planks are generally too large for sloped shower pans. Smaller mosaic tiles are recommended for shower floors to properly slope toward the drain.
