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Introducing Urban Tones™ the first collection manufactured with OutStand Technology™. OutStand's patent-pending glaze technique creates a crystalline-shield-like layer of protection which results in superior surface wear resistance and gives Urban Tones the following attributes:

GREEN – Contains more than 60% pre-and post-consumer recycled material content (RMC%) – the first tiles in the industry!
Made in the USA – Field tiles are American-made. Meets the requirements for projects or contracts the mandate the use of American-made products.
Superior Technical Performance – Crystalline-shield-like layer of protection, which lasts the life of the tile and results in superior surface wear resistance
Additional Performance – Has a high coefficient of friction. Is also scratch, stain and frost-resistant
Microban Antimicrobial Protection – Infused with Microban® Antimicrobial Technology (Microban), which inhibits the growth of stain- and odor-causing bacteria on the surface of the tile.
PTCA Certification – Certified by the Porcelain Tile Certification Agency.

Learn More About OutStand Technology™ »

Solid Field Tile - Group 1

Designer White
R960

Pre-Consumer*: 60.4%**
Post-Consumer: 2.8%**
Origin: United States

Designer White Salt & Pepper
R980

Pre-Consumer*: 60.4%**
Post-Consumer: 2.8%**
Origin:

Biscuit
R962

Pre-Consumer*: 60.4%**
Post-Consumer: 2.8%**
Origin: United States

Biscuit Salt & Pepper
R982

Pre-Consumer*: 60.4%**
Post-Consumer: 2.8%**
Origin: United States

Mushroom
R963

Pre-Consumer*: 60.4%**
Post-Consumer: 2.8%**
Origin: United States

Mushroom Salt & Pepper
R983

Pre-Consumer*: 60.4%**
Post-Consumer: 2.8%**
Origin: United States

Cappuccino
R966

Pre-Consumer*: 60.4%**
Post-Consumer: 2.8%**
Origin:

Cappuccino Salt & Pepper
R986

Pre-Consumer*: 60.4%**
Post-Consumer: 2.8%**
Origin: United States

Nutmeg
R970

Pre-Consumer*: 60.4%**
Post-Consumer: 2.8%**
Origin:

Nutmeg Salt & Pepper
R988

Pre-Consumer*: 60.4%**
Post-Consumer: 2.8%**
Origin: United States

French Roast
R969

Pre-Consumer*: 60.4%**
Post-Consumer: 2.8%**
Origin:

French Roast Salt & Pepper
R987

Pre-Consumer*: 60.4%**
Post-Consumer: 2.8%**
Origin:

Light Smoke
R964

Pre-Consumer*: 60.4%**
Post-Consumer: 2.8%**
Origin: United States

Light Smoke Salt & Pepper
R984

Pre-Consumer*: 60.4%**
Post-Consumer: 2.8%**
Origin: United States

Smokey Quartz
R965

Pre-Consumer*: 60.4%**
Post-Consumer: 2.8%**
Origin: United States

Smokey Quartz Salt & Pepper
R985

Pre-Consumer*: 60.4%**
Post-Consumer: 2.8%**
Origin: United States

Black
R961

Pre-Consumer*: 60.4%**
Post-Consumer: 2.8%**
Origin:

Black Salt & Pepper
R981

Pre-Consumer*: 60.4%**
Post-Consumer: 2.8%**
Origin: United States

Artichoke
R967

Pre-Consumer*: 60.4%**
Post-Consumer: 2.8%**
Origin:

Bimini Blue
R968

Pre-Consumer*: 60.4%**
Post-Consumer: 2.8%**
Origin: United States

Solid Field Tile - Group 2

Chili Pepper
R940

Pre-Consumer*: 60.4%**
Post-Consumer: 2.8%**
Origin: United States

Burgundy
R941

Pre-Consumer*: 60.4%**
Post-Consumer: 2.8%**
Origin: United States

Eggplant
R942

Pre-Consumer*: 60.4%**
Post-Consumer: 2.8%**
Origin: United States

Mustard
R943

Pre-Consumer*: 60.4%**
Post-Consumer: 2.8%**
Origin: United States

Basil
R944

Pre-Consumer*: 60.4%**
Post-Consumer: 2.8%**
Origin: United States

Shade Variation:

Medium (V2)

Tile Thickness: 5/16"

Recommended Grout Joint: 3/16"

Applications:

	Commercial	Light Commercial	Residential
Walls/Backsplashes	X	X	X
Floors	X	X	X
Countertops	X	X	X
Pool Linings	X	X	X
Pool Deckings	-	-	-
Patios	-	-	-

Performance Characteristics:

	C.O.F. Wet Dry	Moisture Absorption	Breaking Strength	MOH's	Chemical Resistance
R960, R980, R962, R982, R966, R986	> 0.60 > 0.65	<0.5%	>300 lbs.	9.0	Resistant
R964, R984, R963, R983	> 0.60 > 0.65	<0.5%	>300 lbs.	9.0	Resistant
R967, R965, R985, R961, R981, R968, R969, R987, R970, R988	> 0.60 > 0.65	<0.5%	>300 lbs.	8.0	Resistant
Abrasion Resistance:	5 4

Notes:

Use of a modified latex thinset is recommended.
Not for use on ramps.
Additional linear and rectangular sizes from as narrow as 2" wide up to 24" long are available through Linear Express™, American Olean's linear cutting service. Visit www.americanolean.com/linearexpress for sizes and ordering information.
Since there are variations in all fired ceramic products, the tile and trim supplied for your particular installation may not match these samples. Final selection should be made from actual tiles and trim not from tile and trim samples or reproductions. Manufactured in accordance with ANSI A137.1 standards. Natural lighting, wall-washed lighting and tile installed at different planes may impact color tonality.
Suitable for exterior walls in freezing and non-freezing climates when proper installation methods are followed.
Urban Tones™ colors coordinate with select Urban Canvas™, Bright, Matte, Unglazed Mosaics, Satinglo™ and Satinbrites™ colors.
Bullnose Outcorner requires extended lead time.
Cove Base and Cove Base Outcorner available in solid colors only, no Salt & Pepper colors.
Cove Base and Cove Base Outcorner pieces are Glazed Ceramic and not suitable for exterior applications.
6" X 12" and 6" X 18" field tiles are made-to-order only, and are a part of the Linear Express program.
Group 2 colors are available in solid colors only.
Water, oil, grease, etc. create slippery conditions. Floor applications with exposure to these conditions require extra caution in product selection. For additional application information, click here to view our Factors to Consider.