Product Overview
Florim "Rex Prexious" Charming Amber Matte 24" x 48" Porcelain Slab Tile delivers grand-scale Italian luxury, warm organic movement, and high-performance porcelain engineering to residential and commercial spaces. Produced in Italy by Florim, the Prexious of Rex collection reinterprets rare marble through high-definition digital inkjet technology.
The Charming Amber colorway features an opulent creamy-white to light ivory field interwoven with rich, warm honey-gold, caramel, and amber-brown veining. The generous 24" x 48" grand-format plank drastically reduces grout lines, creating a sweeping, stone-slab appearance across open-concept living areas, primary bath suites, and luxury commercial floors. Finished in a subtle, low-sheen matte texture, it offers enhanced underfoot slip resistance and a soft, non-reflective appearance that hides water spots and lighting glare.
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 |
24" W x 48" L (60 cm x 120 cm) |
Large-Format Grand Plank |
| 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 Ultra-Narrow Grout Lines |
| Water Absorption |
$\le 0.5\%$ (Impervious) |
Suitable for Wet & Vertical Locations |
| Recommended Applications |
Interior Floors & Walls, Bathrooms, Foyers, Backsplashes, Fireplaces* |
Residential & Medium Commercial Use |
*The non-reflective matte finish offers enhanced slip resistance, making it an excellent choice for main living floors, bath suites, and commercial entryways.
Recommended Applications
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Open-Concept Living & Foyer Floors: Minimizes grout gridlines across expansive rooms, producing a smooth, non-glare floor canvas with warm gold and caramel undertones.
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Primary Bath Suites & Full-Height Shower Walls: Delivers Italian spa warmth to vanity feature walls, tub surrounds, and bath floors with superior slip resistance underfoot.
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Fireplace Surrounds & Feature Walls: Creates a seamless floor-to-ceiling focal point in modern living rooms, executive suites, and hotel lobbies, functioning like custom-cut marble slabs.
Installation & Handling Guidelines
⚠️ IMPORTANT: LARGE FORMAT TILE (LFT) INSTALLATION PROTOCOL
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Subfloor Flatness Required: 24" x 48" tiles require an exceptionally level subfloor. Surface variation must not exceed 1/8" in 10 feet to prevent hollow spots and edge lippage.
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Mortar Selection: Set tiles using a high-performance, polymer-modified Large & Heavy Tile (LFT) thin-set mortar (ANSI A118.4 / ANSI A118.15). A pure white LFT mortar is recommended to prevent dark shadowing through light-colored glazed porcelain.
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Back-Butter Technique & Leveling Systems: Always back-butter the rear of each 24" x 48" tile with thinset to achieve 95%+ coverage. Use a mechanical tile leveling system (clips and wedges) during installation to guarantee 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, Italian Organic Luxury, Contemporary Neo-Classical, Resort Spa.
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Visual Advantage: Expansive 24x48 proportions accentuate the flowing honey-amber veining, while the velvety matte finish softens light refraction for a tranquil, sophisticated atmosphere.
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Complementary Finishes: Champagne bronze, brushed gold, or warm oil-rubbed bronze fixtures; natural oak or dark walnut millwork; and warm quartz or light cream stone surfaces.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does 24" x 48" Matte compare to the 24" x 48" Glossy finish in Charming Amber?
The Glossy finish features a mirror-like shine that reflects direct light, ideal for statement accent walls. The Matte finish offers a smooth, satin texture with zero glare and enhanced slip resistance, making it superior for main floor areas and master bath floors.
Does Florim Prexious Charming Amber Matte 24x48 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.
Why is a mechanical tile leveling system required for 24" x 48" tile?
Large-format tiles cover a wide surface area. Leveling clips lock the edges flat against one another while thinset cures, eliminating edge "lippage" (uneven tile joints).
