Ceratec P21 Preto Matte Porcelain Subway Tile 4" x 12"

A backsplash or a shower wall is looked at up close every day, so the colour, the sheen and the grout line count for more than they do on a floor. P21 Preto is made for that wall.

In simple terms: P21 Preto is a 4x12 porcelain subway tile for walls only, such as backsplashes, feature walls and shower walls.

It is the matte finish in Preto from the Ceratec P21 range.

The actual size is 3.8" x 11.7" (97 x 297 mm). It is 7.2 mm thick. The spec sheet lists water absorption below 0.5%. It is frost resistant. Shade variation is V1, uniform. It is made in Portugal. Porcelain is fired dense, so it handles water, spills and daily foot traffic and the tile itself never needs sealing.

It suits kitchen backsplashes, feature walls, bathroom and shower walls and tub surrounds. Pick it for walls only; for a floor, choose a tile that is listed for floors.

Each box holds 24 pieces and covers 7.41 sq ft, so a 30 sq ft kitchen backsplash takes 5 boxes, and that still leaves about 10% extra for cuts and spares. For every 100 sq ft, plan on 15 boxes with the 10% extra included.

It is listed for walls only, so do not put it on a floor, including a shower floor.

In this size, P21 also comes in colours including Estanho, Prata, Cristal, Moka and Turquesa. For edges, Ceratec recommends a 3/8" trim profile.

Our own crews install it, so the people who measure the job are the people who answer for it. See Ceratec P21 Preto in person at our Mississauga showroom (700 Dundas St E, Unit 3-4, 905-277-2227) or our Barrie showroom (112 Saunders Rd, Units 1-4, 705-726-2272).