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Outdoor Porcelain Tile
Browse our collection of outdoor porcelain tile rated for patios, pool decks, walkways, and balconies. Every tile here is frost-proof, UV-resistant, and slip-resistant - engineered for exterior performance in any climate. Pair with porcelain pavers, pool coping, and pool tile for a complete outdoor design.
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Our Abbey collection is a colored body porcelain that takes you back to the warmth and simple feel of nature. This series includes four varying ton...
View full detailsThe ABBEY VISON 8X48 porcelain tile delivers a contemporary look with its elegant finish and wood-inspired design. Perfect for both wall and floor ...
View full detailsOur Abbey Collection Comes In Colored Body Porcelain That Takes You Back To The Warmth And Simple Feel Of Nature. This Series Includes Four Varying...
View full detailsOur Abbey Collection Comes In Colored Body Porcelain That Takes You Back To The Warmth And Simple Feel Of Nature. This Series Includes Four Varying...
View full detailsThe Absolute Brown Po 35x35 glazed porcelain tile features a polished finish and deep brown color, bringing elegance and sophistication to any room...
View full detailsThe Absolute Brown Up 35x35 glazed porcelain tile offers a rich brown tone and a robust, rectified finish, perfect for modern interiors. Its large ...
View full detailsAbsoluteSlate Grey 12x24 rectified porcelain wall tile offers a refined slate-inspired look with crisp edges and a robust porcelain body. Ideal for...
View full detailsThe Adele 60x120 23.6x47.2 Nusa Porcelain Tile features a generous size and elegant design, perfect for creating seamless, contemporary surfaces. I...
View full detailsThis versatile 12x24 tile delivers rich espresso tones with dynamic V3 movement for elevated floors and walls. With MOHS 7 hardness, Usage 5, and f...
View full detailsThis large-format 12x24 tile delivers a sleek, seamless look in a deep espresso tone. Engineered for demanding spaces, it offers MOHS 7 hardness wi...
View full detailsThe 12x24 format brightens spaces with a clean, contemporary frost tone. Durable construction offers MOHS 7 hardness plus frost and acid resistance...
View full detailsElevate modern interiors with the spacious look of a 12x24 tile in a fresh frost shade. Built tough for daily life, it resists frost and acids and ...
View full detailsA welcoming latte tone in a spacious 12x24 format enriches floors and walls with a modern, seamless feel. Designed for durability, it offers MOHS 7...
View full detailsThis 12x24 field tile in warm Latte offers modern versatility for floors and walls with V3 variation that adds natural movement. Built for busy spa...
View full detailsIts sleek 12x24 format suits floors and walls in busy residential or commercial spaces. Built to endure with MOHS 7 hardness, it delivers contempor...
View full detailsThis large-format 12x24 tile delivers a versatile neutral look that complements contemporary designs on floors and walls. Engineered for longevity ...
View full detailsThe Adrock Shadow 12x24 Field (New Packaging) porcelain tile provides a sleek, shadowy finish and generous size, perfect for creating seamless, ele...
View full detailsWhy Choose Outdoor Porcelain Tile for Patios
Outdoor porcelain tile combines the design flexibility of indoor tile with the durability needed for exterior applications. With water absorption below 0.5%, outdoor porcelain resists freeze-thaw cycles, chemical exposure, UV fading, and heavy foot traffic - making it the most versatile exterior tile material available.
Where to Use Outdoor Porcelain Tile
Outdoor porcelain tile is ideal for patio surfaces, pool surrounds, balconies, rooftop terraces, driveways, and outdoor kitchens. It transitions seamlessly from indoor to outdoor spaces when you carry the same tile through sliding doors. This indoor-outdoor continuity is one of the biggest trends in home design.
Outdoor Porcelain vs. Natural Stone
Natural stone pavers like travertine and limestone have been the traditional outdoor choice. Outdoor porcelain tile offers a lower-maintenance alternative that never needs sealing, won't stain from food or pool chemicals, and won't fade in sunlight. It's also available in stone look, wood look, and cement look finishes that replicate natural materials convincingly.
Outdoor Porcelain Tile Styles
Stone look porcelain replicates travertine, slate, and limestone without the sealing requirements. Wood look porcelain provides the aesthetic of timber decking without rotting, warping, or splinters. Cement look porcelain suits modern and industrial outdoor spaces. Large format outdoor porcelain creates a sleek patio surface with fewer joints.
Installation Options
Outdoor porcelain tile can be installed over a concrete slab with exterior-rated thinset, sand-set over a compacted gravel base, or placed on adjustable pedestal systems for elevated decks and rooftop terraces. The installation method depends on the substrate and application. Porcelain pavers (typically 20mm thick) are designed specifically for sand-set and pedestal installations.
Can porcelain tile be used outdoors?
Yes, as long as it is rated for exterior use. Outdoor porcelain tile must have a water absorption rate below 0.5% to resist freeze-thaw cycles. It should also have a textured or structured surface for slip resistance. All porcelain tile in our outdoor collection meets these specifications.
Does outdoor porcelain tile need to be sealed?
No. Porcelain tile does not need sealing for outdoor use. Its near-zero porosity means it won't absorb water, stains, or chemicals. This is one of porcelain's biggest advantages over natural stone, which typically requires annual sealing outdoors.
Is outdoor porcelain tile slippery when wet?
Outdoor-rated porcelain tile has a textured or structured surface specifically designed for wet traction. Look for tiles with an R10 or R11 anti-slip rating. The porcelain tile in our outdoor collection is selected for adequate slip resistance when wet.