Prestigio Impero Lucido 12 x 24

Product Overview

This is the "Dramatic Metropolitan." While the matte version of this tile offers a grounded, organic feel, the Prestigio Impero 12x24 Polished introduces a high-gloss, cinematic energy. It is the premier choice for a "Moody Modern" or "Executive Luxury" aesthetic, prioritizing a mirror-like finish that makes the deep, stormy grey tones and wispy white veins feel like a liquid marble slab.

Prestigio Series: Impero 12" x 24" Polished Rectified Porcelain Tile

Elevate your environment with the deep, reflective beauty of Prestigio Impero. Engineered in Italy, this tile uses ultra-high-definition inkjet technology to capture the intricate "movement" of natural charcoal marble. The polished "Lucido" finish transforms the stone-look surface into a reflective plane, amplifying light in even the moodiest rooms and providing a sophisticated, upscale atmosphere.

The 12" x 24" format is the industry standard for elegance, allowing for a vertical installation to "lift" ceilings or a horizontal layout to "stretch" floors. With Rectified edges, this tile is built for precision, allowing you to achieve the near-seamless look of a continuous stone surface. Rated at PEI 3, it is perfectly balanced for all residential spaces—from grand foyers to master suites—and light commercial environments.

Recommended Applications

Confirm the current manufacturer approval for the intended floor, wall, shower, pool, exterior, or commercial installation before specifying this product.

Design Profile

• Luminous Polished Finish: A high-gloss surface that provides a mirror-like shine, adding depth to the grey tones and a prestigious feel to the room.

• V3 Moderate Variation: Designed with a curated range of patterns to ensure a natural, non-repetitive appearance across your entire floor or wall.

• Precision Rectified Edges: Machine-cut for exact dimensions, enabling ultra-thin grout lines (as small as 1/16") for a clean, architectural grid.

• Sophisticated Impero Palette: A rich, multi-tonal grey field with subtle white veining that mimics high-end Italian charcoal marble.

• Italian Porcelain Craftsmanship: High-density porcelain that offers a more durable, stain-resistant alternative to porous natural marble.

Technical Specifications

Installation & Handling Guidelines

⚠️ HEALTH SAFETY (Prop 65): This tile contains crystalline silica. To protect yourself from hazardous airborne particles, only use a wet saw for cutting. Always wear a NIOSH-approved respirator and safety glasses during installation.

Manufacturer Recommendations:

• Recommended Grout: Use a High-Performance Grout in "Iron Grey" or "Charcoal." Matching the grout to the dark grey field tile is the key to achieving that seamless, monolithic slab look.

• Mortar: Use a Large Format Tile (LFT) White Thin-set. While the tile is grey, white thin-set is generally purer and ensures the grout color remains true and bright at the edges.

• Leveling System: To prevent "lippage" (uneven edges) on a polished 24-inch tile, a mechanical tile leveling system is mandatory for a professional, flat finish.

• The "Reflection" Dry Lay: Before setting, lay out your tiles and look at how the light hits the polish. Arrange the tiles so the "vein flow" doesn't create any awkward shapes or "eyes" in the middle of the floor.

• 1/3 Offset Pattern: To ensure the flattest floor possible, install these in a 1/3 offset or straight stack. Avoid a 50% brick bond, as large-format tiles can have a microscopic natural bow in the center.

• Microfiber Buffing: Once the grout is dry, buff the polished surface with a dry microfiber cloth. This removes the "grout haze" and reveals the mirror-like brilliance of the Impero finish.

Care & Maintenance

Use a cleaner appropriate to the listed material and follow the manufacturer’s maintenance instructions. Test any cleaner or sealer on a spare piece first.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is it too slippery for a bathroom? The polished finish is very slick when wet. While stunning for bathroom floors, we recommend using a bath mat and being cautious. For shower floors, we recommend a matching mosaic for better traction.

• Does it require sealing? No. Being a glazed porcelain, the surface is non-porous. However, we recommend sealing the grout joints to keep the entire installation looking pristine.

• Can I use this on walls? Absolutely. Polished 12x24 tiles are a favorite for floor-to-ceiling shower walls to create a high-end "spa" aesthetic.