Product Overview
Florim Rêves Perle Matte Mosaico 1" x 6" (12" x 12" Sheet) is an Italian porcelain mosaic sheet manufactured by Florim (part of the prestigious Rêves de Rex collection). Inspired by rare, translucent alabaster and precious onyx, the Perle (Pearl) colorway offers a delicate, luminous palette of warm white, soft ivory, pale pearl grey, and subtle champagne mineral veining.
Featuring 1" x 6" linear porcelain mosaic strips arranged in a stacked grid on a flexible 12" x 12" mesh backing, this mosaic is finished in a smooth Matte (Mat/Naturale) surface. The micro-grid format provides inherent slip resistance and flexible contouring, making it ideal for walk-in shower floors, curbless wet rooms, kitchen backsplashes, and decorative accent inlays.
Technical Specifications
| Technical Property |
Value / Specification |
Standard / Compliance |
| Manufacturer / Brand |
Florim (Made in Italy) |
Certified B Corp Manufacturer |
| Collection / Series |
Rêves Collection (formerly Rêves de Rex) |
Translucent Precious Onyx / Alabaster Look |
| Colorway |
Perle (Luminous Pearl White / Ivory & Champagne Veining) |
Moderate Organic Variation (V3) |
| Mosaic Chip Format |
1" x 6" (~2.5 cm x 15 cm) Linear Tesserae |
Stacked Linear Grid Mosaic |
| Sheet Size |
12" x 12" (~30 cm x 30 cm / 1 Sq. Ft. per Sheet) |
Fiberglass Mesh Backed Sheet |
| Thickness |
Approx. 9.0 mm / 10.0 mm |
Standard Color-Body Porcelain Body |
| Surface Finish |
Matte / Naturale (Velvety Non-Glare) |
Low Reflectivity / Soft Touch |
| Material Type |
Fine Vitrified Italian Porcelain Stoneware |
Impervious High-Density Ceramic |
| Water Absorption |
≤ 0.08% (Impervious) |
ISO 10545-3 / ASTM C373 |
| Slip Resistance |
High Traction (Grid joints + Matte surface) |
Ideal for Wet Walk-In Shower Floors |
| Applications |
Walk-In Shower Floors, Shampoo Niches, Vanity Backsplashes, Feature Wall Bands, Residential & Commercial Wet Zones |
Interior Floors & Vertical Wall Areas |
Recommended Applications
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Curbless Walk-In Shower Floors: The dense 1" x 6" tile grid provides multiple grout joints that work alongside the matte surface to offer superior foot safety and traction under wet, soapy conditions.
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Shampoo Niches & Vanity Backdrops: Serves as an elegant, linear accent inlay inside shower niches, behind tub decks, and across bathroom vanity walls.
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Kitchen Backsplashes & Accent Borders: Brings a luminous alabaster mineral aesthetic to kitchen walls or acts as a vertical border framing larger 32x71, 24x48, or 48x48 Rêves Perle field slabs.
Installation & Handling Guidelines
⚠️ CRITICAL WARNING: MESH-BACKED MOSAIC PROTOCOL
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Thinset Mortar Selection: Set using a high-performance, polymer-modified thinset specified for porcelain mosaic sheets (ANSI A118.4 or ANSI A118.15 like MAPEI® Ultraflex 2 White or LATICRETE® 254 Platinum White). Always use white mortar to preserve true pearl-white color clarity through the micro-joints.
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Flattening & Tamping Sheets: After placing each 12x12 mesh sheet into the wet thinset bed, lightly tap the surface with a flat rubber grout float to align adjacent 1x6 strips and prevent sheet seams from showing.
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Grout Selection: Use a fine-aggregate or non-sanded high-performance grout (such as MAPEI® Ultracolor Plus FA in White or Frost) to fill the small joints cleanly without scratching the matte surface.
Professional Recommendations
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Dry Lay & Vein Blending: The Rêves Perle graphic carries delicate onyx shading (V3 rating). Unbox and dry-lay mosaic sheets before setting to randomize pearl white, ivory, and champagne tones across the space.
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Shower Slope Conformity: The flexible 12" x 12" mesh sheet easily contours to multi-directional shower pan slopes towards central point drains or linear trench drains.
Care & Maintenance
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Routine Cleaning: Clean easily using warm water and a neutral pH porcelain cleaner. The non-porous matte surface resists soap scum, water spots, and foot traffic marks.
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100% Acid & Stain Proof: Impervious vitrified porcelain (< 0.08% absorption) protects against cosmetic acids, hair dyes, oils, and household cleaning chemicals.
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Zero Sealing Required: Unlike natural pearl onyx or calcite mosaics, glazed Italian porcelain is non-porous and requires no topical sealers, waxes, or impregnating treatments.
Design Profile
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Aesthetic Inspiration: Translucent Precious Minerals, European Spa, Modern Organic Luxury, Timeless Elegance.
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Visual Pairing: Pairs seamlessly with polished nickel, chrome, or unlacquered brass plumbing fixtures, warm walnut or light oak cabinetry, and white or cream quartz surfaces.
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System Cohesion: Designed to coordinate directly with large-format Florim Rêves Perle 32x71, 24x48, and 48x48 field slabs in both Matte and Glossy finishes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Florim Rêves Perle Matte 1x6 Mosaic be used on shower floors?
Yes! In fact, it is an ideal choice for shower floors. The combination of the smooth matte finish and the frequent grout lines of the 1" x 6" grid creates excellent slip resistance for wet shower pans.
Does the mesh backing dissolve in wet areas?
No. High-quality Italian porcelain mosaics use water-resistant fiberglass mesh backing. However, ensure full thinset coverage behind the sheet so no hollow air pockets remain underneath the tesserae.
Does this pearl onyx-look mosaic tile require sealers?
No. Florim porcelain stoneware is vitrified and non-porous (< 0.08% absorption), requiring no sealers or topical treatments over its lifespan.
