Plain Cinder 30" x 30" Porcelain Tile

Industrial Modern Aesthetics with Enhanced Durability

The Plain Cinder 30" x 30" Porcelain Tile captures the essence of contemporary industrial design with its concrete-inspired look and natural matte finish. Subtle tonal variations in soft grey shades provide an understated elegance that complements modern, minimalist, or urban spaces. Its 30" x 30" format makes it a versatile option for creating a balanced and cohesive design across both small and expansive areas.

Crafted with precision using inkjet technology, this tile offers a realistic concrete texture with a clean, rectified edge for seamless installation. Its unglazed surface adds slip resistance, making it a safe and durable choice for areas with heavy foot traffic, indoor or outdoor. With a V3 variation rating, this tile delivers a naturally dynamic appearance, enhancing its authentic, raw aesthetic.

Key Features

• Industrial Concrete Look: Soft grey tones and a subtle texture replicate the timeless appeal of polished concrete.
• Matte Finish: Provides a non-reflective, modern surface ideal for contemporary spaces.
• 30" x 30" Square Format: A versatile size that works beautifully in a variety of layouts, from simple to intricate.
• Rectified Edges: Precision-cut edges allow for minimal grout lines, achieving a sleek, professional look.
• Unglazed Surface: Offers slip resistance, making it suitable for high-traffic and outdoor areas.
• V3 Variation Rating: Moderate variation ensures a dynamic, natural appearance with each tile.
• Durable Porcelain Construction: Resistant to wear, moisture, and stains, ensuring long-lasting performance.

Applications

The Plain Cinder 30" x 30" Porcelain Tile is designed for a variety of interior and exterior applications, including:

• Living Areas: Achieve a contemporary, industrial look with durable and easy-to-maintain flooring.
• Bathrooms: Create a sleek, modern ambiance with matte-finish tiles that resist moisture and provide a non-slip surface.
• Kitchens: Perfect for walls, floors, or backsplashes, adding an urban edge to your space.
• Outdoor Spaces: Ideal for patios, walkways, and poolside areas, thanks to its unglazed, slip-resistant surface.
• Commercial Spaces: Enhance lobbies, retail stores, or office interiors with a durable, modern design that withstands heavy foot traffic.

Available Sizes in the Plain Cinder Collection

The Plain Cinder collection offers a range of sizes to suit any design need:

• 12" x 24"
• 24" x 48"
• 30" x 30"
• 30" x 60"
• 48" x 48"

These options allow for seamless coordination across different areas and layouts, ensuring a cohesive and polished look.

Why Choose Plain Cinder 30" x 30"?

The Plain Cinder 30" x 30" Porcelain Tile combines the rugged beauty of industrial design with exceptional durability and safety. Its unglazed, slip-resistant surface makes it perfect for high-traffic and outdoor areas, while its versatile size and realistic concrete look make it a stylish addition to any space. Whether used indoors or outdoors, this tile offers both functionality and aesthetic appeal for modern living.

MATERIAL INSPECTION

Our stones are natural products. For this reason, there will be naturally occurring variations in the color, pattern, texture, and veining that may differ from what was pictured. Before you begin installation, please inspect the goods for any damage or defects such as chipped edges, broken pieces. We cannot make any adjustments or provide service after the installation has begun.

INSTALLATION

We recommend that you dry-fit your pattern first. Think about the cuts in advance and visualize the installation. Make sure that you practice laying out the pattern. This will also help you plan out the placement of the pieces, which is especially helpful with tiles that have a lot of variation.

To avoid affecting the color of the tile, we highly recommend using white thinset mortar. For faster installation, use a rapid curing thinset mortar.

• Apply as much adhesive as can be covered within 10-15 minutes.
• Grout joint should be a minimum of 1/16” and not butt set.
• Use a 3/16" or 1/4" square notch trowel when installing our marble material
• Prior to fixing the tiles in the mortar bed, use the flat side of the trowel prior to smooth down the ridges. 

GROUTING

• For all-natural stone, we suggest using non-sanded grout in order to prevent scratching.
• Before grouting, test an area to make sure the stone surface will not scratch.
• Grout joints should be packed full. Do not leave pits or voids.
• Clean excess grout as you work. Do not let it harden completely.
• Never use acids to clean grout haze.
• Use a damp sponge for the final cleaning and to smooth out the grout joints.
• We highly recommend applying grout release prior to grouting the tile to facilitate cleaning and for protection against staining from contrasting color grouts.

SEAL

After the stone is installed and grouted, seal the stone with an appropriate high-quality breathable stone sealer. This will minimize the potential for water absorption, efflorescence, and staining. If needed, a color enhancer may be applied to bring out the true color of the stone at any time after grouting. You may choose to reseal the tile when the stone gets darker or as needed.

CUTTING

For the best results, use a wet-saw with a new, continuous rim diamond blade designed to cut marble. Do not use “turbo” or other notched blades designed for use with porcelain or ceramic: such teeth can result in a coarse cut, leading to a heavily chipped edge.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

For normal care and maintenance of stone tiles, clean stone surfaces with a few drops of neutral cleaner, stone soap, or a mild liquid dishwashing detergent and warm water. Rinse the surface thoroughly after washing with the soap solution and dry with a soft cloth. To avoid leaving a film or causing streaks, avoid using too much cleaner or soap. When cleaning marble or limestone, do not use products that contain lemon, vinegar, or other acids. Do not use any abrasive cleaners.