Tile Finishes & Coatings

Porcelain tile finishes

Different tile finish textures will affect a tile’s recommended application, benefits and advantages, and overall look and feel. Crossville has developed a portfolio of distinctive and proprietary finish offerings to add beauty and function to residential and commercial designs, both indoors and out.

Exterior (EXT)

Exterior textured is finish designed for outdoor walking surfaces in residential and commercial environments where enhanced traction is desired. Exterior products are also suitable for interior paving, especially in wet areas.

Honed (HON) / semi-polished

Honed tile is tile that has had the surface mechanically altered to a uniform, semi-polished finish. The honed (semi-polished) field tile is used for dry interior floors, walls, countertops, and exterior walls in both residential and commercial applications. Honed tile is not recommended for wet areas. Available for Argent, Bluestone, Moonstruck, Notorious, and Shades 2.0 by Crossville® Porcelain Stone® collections.

LEATHERED (LTR)

Crossville’s Leathered finish creates a subtle glow, visual depth, and a smooth feel. The finish is achieved by running diamond-tipped brushes over the surface of fired porcelain tile, resulting in an incredibly soft feel and tremendous visual richness. While our Leathered finish may be soft to the touch, the DCOF remains high, making it suitable for residential and commercial interior floor and wall applications and exterior vertical surfaces.

Patterned (PTN)

Patterned is a repeated, decorative texture or finish created for visual interplay and/or interest.

Polished (PO)

Polished Porcelain Stone® is an attractive and practical alternative to natural stone. Polished finishes are recommended for most interior floors and walls and exterior walls, including areas where a look of elegance and sophistication is desired. Polished finish is not recommended for wet areas where standing water may occur. Polished finishes are not recommended for exterior horizontal surfaces. Available in our Cross-Colors® and Empire Porcelain Stone® collections.
 

Satin (SAT)

Tile with a satin finish has had the surface mechanically altered to produce a smooth, semi-matte finish. The satin finish is recommended for residential and light commercial use only. State of Grace is not recommended for exterior horizontal surfaces or exterior paving. The satin finish is not recommended for wet areas where standing water may occur. Available in the State of Grace Porcelain Stone® collection.
 

Unpolished (UPS)

Cross-Colors® unpolished (UPS) with the Cross-Sheen® finish imparts a subtle glow that enhances the color of the tile and also allows stains and scuff marks to be easily wiped off the surface. Cross-Colors unpolished is appropriate for most interior floors and walls and exterior walls, including high-traffic areas and areas where a low level of maintenance is desired. Cross-Colors unpolished is not recommended for exterior horizontal surfaces. Available in select sizes of the Cross-Colors® collection.

Cross-Sheen® (UPS)

Cross-Sheen® is an integrated finish that greatly enhances the protection of Crossville tile from the majority of scuffs, stains, and even most graffiti. By creating an advanced, easier-to-clean tile surface, Cross-Sheen® allows for fast removal of unsightly marks using only mild cleaner, resulting in hassle-free cleaning and long-term performance of your Crossville tile.

Unlike expensively applied, non-permanent anti-graffiti coatings, Cross-Sheen® is incorporated directly into the surface of the tile, so it will never scrape off or wear off. Made in the USA to stringent specifications, Cross-Sheen® is a beautifully advanced solution for exterior and interior walls and interior flooring in residential or commercial applications.

Cross-Slate® (CS)

The Cross-Slate® finish combines the rustic and textured feel of slate with the through-body color and durability of Porcelain Stone®. Through-body color, unglazed structured surface, and a variety of sizes provide value where enhanced traction is needed for high traffic interior and exterior spaces. Cross-Slate is recommended for interior floors and walls, as well as exterior walls and exterior walking surfaces in both residential and commercial environments. Available in select sizes of Cross-Colors®.

Cross-Tread® (CTS)

Increased slip resistance and ease of maintenance make this tile a suitable choice for wet and greasy floor areas, as well as for exterior walking surfaces. The Cross-Tread® surface pattern is eye-catching, making it a great option for transitional areas and for use as an accent tile. Available in select sizes of the Cross-Colors® collection.