All About ‘Gemstone 12x24 Matte’ Our stunning tile & stone collections allow you to unleash your creativity with endless combinations. Designed to mimic the natural textures, like quarried slate, travertine and limestone, these looks embody flooring sophistication. Shaw tile & stone is available in ceramic, porcelain and stone and includes eco-friendly options to meet your various project needs. Shaw Floors recommends this product in the following areas: Floors Product Specifications Flooring Type Tile & Stone Style 337TS GEMSTONE 12X24 MATTE Color 00100 WHITE Collection CERAMIC SOLUTIONS Product Type Glazed Color Body Porcelain Glaze Hardness Product Specifications Glaze Hardness Glaze Hardness The relative hardness of glazed tile is an important issue that should be addressed when selecting a tile. The test is performed by scratching the surface of the tile with different minerals and subjectively assigning a Method of Hardness "MOH's" number to the glaze. The softest mineral used is talc (a #1 rating if no scratch), the hardest is a diamond (a #10 rating if no scratch). Other minerals of varying hardness that provide MOH's values of five or greater are suitable for most residential floor applications while a value of seven or greater is normally recommended for commercial applications. Both abrasion resistance and glaze hardness should be addressed when considering using glazed tiles as floor products. Back to Specs 7.000 Shade & Texture Variation Product Specifications Shade & Texture Variation Shade & Texture Variation Variations in size, color, texture, and pattern are to expected in ceramic flooring. In fact, they should be enjoyed. These variations are part of what makes ceramic tile such a unique and beautiful choice for your home. Each Shaw Ceramic flooring product is labeled for shade and color variation with one of the following ratings: Low – Consistent shade and texture Moderate – Moderate shade and texture variation High – High shade and texture variation Random – Very high shade and texture variation For a neat, contemporary-looking tile floor, choose a tile with a low shade and texture rating. A tile with a high or random shade and texture rating will achieve a more casual, rustic effect. Back to Specs HIGH sq.ft.per 12.00 Surface Texture MARBLE Surface Finish MATTE Water Absorption 0.50 Break Strength 400 Slip Resistant NO Frost Resistant YES Made in the USA YES Country Of Origin USA