Product Overview
Florim "Rex Prexious" Charming Amber Matte 12" x 24" Porcelain Tile combines warm Italian marble elegance, organic honey-gold veining, and a smooth, slip-resistant matte finish. Produced in Italy by Florim, the Prexious of Rex collection captures the expressive beauty of rare natural marble through high-definition digital inkjet technology.
The Charming Amber colorway features an opulent creamy-white to light ivory background interwoven with rich, warm honey-gold, caramel, and amber-brown veining. Finished in a subtle, low-sheen matte texture, this 12" x 24" format offers enhanced underfoot traction and a soft, non-reflective appearance that hides water spots and dust. Engineered with moderate-to-high graphic variation (V3), it features multiple unique faces to ensure a natural, non-repeating stone aesthetic.
Technical Specifications
| Technical Property |
Value / Specification |
Notes / Compliance |
| Manufacturer / Collection |
Florim / Prexious of Rex Series |
Made in Italy |
| Material Type |
Glazed Fine Porcelain |
Commercial-Grade High-Fired Body |
| Nominal Dimensions |
12" W x 24" L (30 cm x 60 cm) |
Classic Rectangular Format |
| Thickness |
Approx. 3/8 in. (10.0 mm) |
High Breaking & Load Strength |
| Surface Finish |
Matte / Satin (Smooth Non-Glossy) |
Non-Reflective & Slip-Resistant |
| Color & Graphic Variation |
Charming Amber / V3 Variation |
Multi-Face Print for Natural Look |
| Edge Detail |
Precision Rectified |
Designed for Narrow Grout Lines |
| Water Absorption |
$\le 0.5\%$ (Impervious) |
Suitable for Wet & Vertical Locations |
| Recommended Applications |
Interior Floors & Walls, Bathrooms, Foyers, Backsplashes, Showers* |
Residential & Medium Commercial Use |
*The non-reflective matte finish offers enhanced slip resistance, making it an excellent choice for bath and shower floors.
Recommended Applications
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Primary Bath Floors & Shower Enclosures: Delivers organic Italian spa warmth with superior slip resistance underfoot, keeping bath floors safe and easy to clean.
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Open-Concept Living & Foyer Floors: Creates an inviting, soft-sheen floor canvas that brightens entryways, kitchens, and living spaces without harsh lighting glare.
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Kitchen Backsplashes & Feature Walls: Provides a tactile, non-glare stone backdrop behind countertops and ranges that wipes clean effortlessly.
Installation & Handling Guidelines
⚠️ IMPORTANT: RECTIFIED PORCELAIN INSTALLATION PROTOCOL
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Subfloor Flatness Required: Surface variation must not exceed 1/8" in 10 feet to prevent hollow spots and edge lippage during laying.
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Mortar Selection: Set tiles using a high-performance, polymer-modified thin-set mortar (ANSI A118.4 / ANSI A118.15). A pure white mortar is recommended to prevent dark shadowing through light-colored glazed porcelain.
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Back-Butter Technique & Leveling Systems: Back-butter the rear of each tile with thinset to achieve 95%+ coverage. Use a mechanical tile leveling system during installation to ensure completely flush tile-to-tile edges.
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Rectified Grout Joint & Offset: Precision rectified edges allow for tight 1/16" to 1/8" grout joints. When installing in a running bond/staggered pattern, offset tiles by no more than 33% (1/3 bond) per TCNA guidelines.
Care & 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: Glazed porcelain repels wine, oil, coffee, and household chemical spills effortlessly.
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Zero Sealing Required: Unlike natural marble slabs, glazed porcelain requires no impregnating sealers or ongoing chemical polishing.
Design Profile
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Aesthetic Inspiration: Warm Modern Minimalist, Organic Italian Luxury, Mediterranean Elegance, Transitional Spa.
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Visual Advantage: Rich honey-amber veining over a velvety matte ivory field introduces warmth and natural texture to modern spaces without bright glare.
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Complementary Finishes: Brushed gold, champagne bronze, or matte black hardware; natural oak or warm walnut cabinetry; and light quartz or cream stone surfaces.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Matte finish compare to the Glossy finish in Charming Amber?
The Glossy finish features a mirror-like shine that accentuates light reflection, ideal for feature walls. The Mattefinish has a smooth, non-reflective satin feel that offers better slip resistance, making it ideal for bathroom and main living floors.
Does Florim Prexious Charming Amber Matte tile require sealing?
No. Glazed porcelain is non-porous and naturally resistant to liquids and stains. Only cementitious grout lines (if used) require optional sealing.
What layout patterns work best for 12" x 24" matte tile?
Because 12" x 24" tiles have a 1:2 aspect ratio, they can be set in straight-stacked, 33% staggered offset, or classic 90-degree herringbone patterns.
