{"product_id":"msi-angora-geometric-pattern-polished-mosaic-12x12","title":"MSI Angora Geometric Pattern Polished Mosaic 12X12","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel md-content enable-luminous-fast-follows enable-updated-hr-color stronger tutor-markdown-rendering\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_5fae9c0503f15fe0\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMSI Angora Geometric Pattern Polished Mosaic 12\" x 12\" Tile\u003c\/b\u003e brings soft natural stone warmth and clean architectural structure to interior wall and floor applications. Crafted from genuine Angora limestone\/marble, each mesh-backed sheet features an intricate geometric pattern combining warm cream, pale beige, and soft mushroom-taupe tones beneath a smooth, polished finish.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003ePre-assembled on flexible 12\" x 12\" sheets, this mosaic offers a refined, light-reflecting surface that elevates traditional and modern spaces alike. Its classic stone pedigree and geometric geometry make it an exceptional choice for kitchen backsplashes, primary bath feature walls, and accent niches.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Property\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValue \/ Specification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes \/ Compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrand \/ Line\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMSI Natural Stone Mosaics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium Natural Stone Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterial Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine Angora Stone (Limestone \/ Marble)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003ePattern\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeometric Interlocking Grid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMesh-Backed Mosaic Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eSheet Dimensions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApprox. 12\" x 12\" (1 sq. ft.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-Assembled Mosaic Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eThickness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApprox. 3\/8 in. (9.5 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensional Natural Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eSurface Finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePolished\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmooth, High-Luster Gloss\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eColor Profile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAngora (Warm Cream, Beige \u0026amp; Light Taupe)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubtle Natural Shade Variation (V2)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdge Detail\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrecision Cut \/ Straight Edge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for Grouted Joint Layout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecommended Applications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterior Walls, Backsplashes, Showers, Accent Features*\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDry \u0026amp; Wet Interior Locations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e*For shower or high-moisture floor installations, evaluate local wet slip resistance requirements prior to ordering.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eKitchen Backsplashes \u0026amp; Feature Walls:\u003c\/b\u003e The geometric pattern and warm cream marble tones add luminous depth behind countertops, ranges, and vanity mirrors.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBathroom \u0026amp; Shower Walls:\u003c\/b\u003e Ideal for full-height shower surrounds, tub decks, and powder room feature walls where natural stone delivers soft spa luxury.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFireplace Surrounds \u0026amp; Decorative Niches:\u003c\/b\u003e Serves as a structured, elegant backdrop for living room fireplaces, shower niches, and decorative wall cutouts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Handling Guidelines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cb\u003eIMPORTANT: NATURAL STONE PRE-SEALING \u0026amp; MORTAR PROTOCOL\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePre-Sealing Essential:\u003c\/b\u003e Angora natural stone is porous. Apply a high-quality penetrating natural stone sealer to mosaic sheets \u003cb\u003eprior to grouting\u003c\/b\u003e to guard against grout haze and pigment absorption.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePure White Thin-Set Mortar Required:\u003c\/b\u003e Always set light natural stone using a polymer-modified \u003cb\u003epure white thin-set mortar\u003c\/b\u003e (ANSI A118.4). Gray or dark mortars can shadow through translucent stone and permanently alter its color.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDry Laying \u0026amp; Color Blending:\u003c\/b\u003e Natural stone exhibits gentle color variations across batches. Inspect and dry-lay sheets from multiple boxes before setting to achieve an even distribution of shade.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWet-Area Waterproofing:\u003c\/b\u003e Shower applications require a properly constructed, code-compliant waterproofing system beneath the tile. Stone, mortar, grout, and sealers do not replace the underlying waterproof membrane.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRoutine Cleaning:\u003c\/b\u003e Clean regularly with warm water and a pH-neutral stone cleaner. Avoid vinegar, bleach, lemon-based, or abrasive household cleaners, which will etch polished natural stone.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePeriodic Resealing:\u003c\/b\u003e Reapply a quality penetrating stone sealer periodically based on surface exposure and water usage to maintain stain and moisture resistance.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesign Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAesthetic Inspiration:\u003c\/b\u003e Warm Modernism, Transitional Luxury, Soft Minimalist, Modern Organic.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVisual Advantage:\u003c\/b\u003e The geometric arrangement provides clean architectural lines while warm cream and beige tones keep the room soft and inviting.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComplementary Finishes:\u003c\/b\u003e Warm white oak millwork, brushed brass or champagne bronze hardware, polished chrome fixtures, and creamy quartz or light marble countertops.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes MSI Angora Geometric tile require sealing?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003eYes. Angora stone is a natural porous material. Applying a penetrating stone sealer before grouting and periodically during routine maintenance protects against staining and liquid absorption.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan this polished stone mosaic be used on shower floors?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003eIt is primarily recommended for wall applications and backsplashes. For shower floor use, evaluate local slip resistance requirements, as polished stone can become slick underfoot when wet.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy is white thinset mortar required for setting this mosaic?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" dir=\"\"\u003eLight-colored natural stone can absorb dark pigments from gray thinset mortar, causing dark shadows along tile edges or bleeding through the face of the stone. Pure white mortar preserves the clean, warm cream appearance.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attachment-container unknown\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MS International","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39798647488706,"sku":"SMOT-ANGORA-GEOP","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0514\/5719\/6226\/files\/msi-angora-geometric-pattern-polished-mosaic-12x12-903220.webp?v=1746110725","url":"https:\/\/heytiles.com\/products\/msi-angora-geometric-pattern-polished-mosaic-12x12","provider":"Hey Tiles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}