{"product_id":"vulkon-nero-arterra-series-24-x-24-matte-porcelain-outdoor-indoor-paver","title":"Vulkon Nero Arterra Series: 24\" x 24\" Matte Porcelain Outdoor \u0026 Indoor Paver","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel enable-luminous-fast-follows enable-updated-hr-color md-content stronger tutor-markdown-rendering\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_83a2c8b003a0b89a\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🏛️ \u003cb\u003eTHE DESIGN IDENTITY\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Archetype:\u003c\/b\u003e The \u003ci\u003eModern Volcanic Stone Field\u003c\/i\u003e for high-end outdoor patios, pool decks, walkways, and seamless indoor-to-outdoor open-concept living floors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Contrast:\u003c\/b\u003e Pushing beyond traditional light concrete or natural bluestone, Vulkon Nero delivers a bold, volcanic aesthetic. Its mid-gray base is enriched with deep charcoal and black swirls, offering the raw grandeur of basalt stone without the sealing maintenance, staining, or freeze-thaw cracking of natural rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesign Aesthetics:\u003c\/b\u003e The premier hardscape choice for \u003cb\u003eModern Industrial Patios\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eContemporary Pool Decks\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eUrban Outdoor Kitchens\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003eSeamless Indoor\/Outdoor Transitions\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Mineral Field:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a dramatic volcanic stone texture—blending mid-gray undertones, deep charcoal shading, jet-black flecks, and a non-reflective matte finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Visual Flow:\u003c\/b\u003e The large 24\" x 24\" square format minimizes grout joints across expansive outdoor living areas, creating a clean, modern grid that expands visual space indoors and out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🏷️ \u003cb\u003ePRODUCT TITLE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVulkon Nero® Arterra® Series: 24\" x 24\" Matte Porcelain Outdoor \u0026amp; Indoor Paver\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📝 \u003cb\u003ePRODUCT DESCRIPTION\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate a striking, continuous architectural transition between your interior living space and outdoor hardscape with \u003cb\u003eVulkon Nero® Arterra® 24\" x 24\" Matte Porcelain Pavers\u003c\/b\u003e. Designed to emulate the volcanic character of dark basalt stone, Vulkon Nero features a versatile gray background layered with rich charcoal and black tones under a tactile matte finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for extreme outdoor durability, these heavy-duty porcelain pavers are frost-proof, slip-resistant, UV-resistant, and completely impervious to water and stains. Whether set on grass, gravel, sand, or traditional thinset mortar, Vulkon Nero offers a low-maintenance, high-style flooring solution for patios, pool surrounds, garden walkways, and indoor living floors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✨ \u003cb\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeamless Indoor\/Outdoor Integration:\u003c\/b\u003e Engineered for continuous installation from interior living rooms to exterior patios for an extended living footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVolcanic Stone Aesthetics:\u003c\/b\u003e Rich gray, charcoal, and black tones capture the authentic, raw look of dark basalt and slate stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLarge 24\" x 24\" Square Format:\u003c\/b\u003e Expansive paver scale reduces grout line visual noise across large decks, walkways, and open floorplans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeather \u0026amp; Slip Resistant:\u003c\/b\u003e Tactile matte finish provides dependable wet-traction while resisting freeze-thaw cracking, thermal shock, and direct sun fading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eZero Sealing Required:\u003c\/b\u003e High-fired porcelain body resists algae growth, moss, salt water, pool chemicals, and oil stains with zero sealer or wax needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📊 \u003cb\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\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\u003eDetails\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 \/ Collection\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArterra® Porcelain Pavers by MSI\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eColor Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVulkon Nero® (Gray with Deep Charcoal \u0026amp; Black Tones)\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\u003eImpervious Heavy-Duty Outdoor Porcelain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eNominal Dimensions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24\" Width x 24\" Length\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\u003eSmooth Tactile Matte (Slip-Resistant Exterior Grade)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eShade Variation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eV3 (Moderate to High Variation) — Organic stone movement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstallation Systems\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMortar Set, Sand Base, Gravel Base, Grass Lay, or Pedestal System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eApplications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutdoor Patios, Pool Decks, Walkways, Driveways, Indoor Living Floors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🛠️ \u003cb\u003eINSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⚠️ \u003cb\u003eCRITICAL WARNING: EXTERIOR MORTAR \u0026amp; SUBSTRATE PREPARATION\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExterior Mortar Setting:\u003c\/b\u003e When setting pavers over concrete slabs, always use an exterior-grade, polymer-modified thinset mortar (such as MAPEI® Ultraflex LHT or LATICRETE® 254 Platinum) specified for large-format porcelain pavers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e100% Mortar Coverage:\u003c\/b\u003e Back-butter every paver to achieve 100% mortar coverage. Air pockets underneath pavers can trap moisture that expands during freezing weather, causing tile displacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfessional Installation Recommendations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDry-Lay Versatility:\u003c\/b\u003e Can be dry-laid directly onto grass, sand, or compacted gravel beds for quick garden paths and flexible patio designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecommended Grout:\u003c\/b\u003e Pair with high-performance exterior polymeric sand for dry-lay installations, or a dark charcoal flex-grout for thinset mortar applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExpansion Joints:\u003c\/b\u003e Include proper perimeter and intermediate expansion joints every 8 to 12 feet in thinset mortar installations to absorb natural thermal movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💡 \u003cb\u003ePRO CARE \u0026amp; MAINTENANCE TIPS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. Effortless Hose Down:\u003c\/b\u003e Clean regularly using a garden hose or pressure washer (low-to-medium fan setting) to clear outdoor dirt, leaves, or dust buildup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2. No Protective Sealers Needed:\u003c\/b\u003e Unlike natural slate, travertine, or concrete pavers, Arterra® porcelain requires zero sealers, color enhancers, or protective coatings over its lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3. Stain Resistant:\u003c\/b\u003e Oil, wine, grease, and tree sap wipe away easily without soaking into the non-porous ceramic body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💬 \u003cb\u003eFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Can Vulkon Nero Arterra pavers be used around saltwater swimming pools?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, 100%! Arterra® porcelain pavers are completely impervious to water (\u0026lt; 0.5% absorption) and completely immune to salt-water corrosion, chlorine degradation, and efflorescence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Can I lay these pavers directly on top of grass or sand without concrete?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Absolutely. One of the greatest benefits of 2cm thick porcelain pavers is their versatility—they can be dry-laid directly onto grass, gravel, sand beds, or raised pedestal systems without needing a poured concrete base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: How does porcelain paver durability compare to traditional concrete pavers?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA:\u003c\/b\u003e Porcelain pavers are significantly stronger, highly stain-resistant, fade-proof under sunlight, and far more freeze-thaw resistant than standard porous concrete or natural stone pavers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MS International","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50980592058615,"sku":"LPAVNVULNER2424","price":28.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0514\/5719\/6226\/files\/IMG_3692.jpg?v=1785265471","url":"https:\/\/heytiles.com\/products\/vulkon-nero-arterra-series-24-x-24-matte-porcelain-outdoor-indoor-paver","provider":"Hey Tiles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}