Shaw 13" Tuscan Slate Ceramic Tile Flooring - Free S/H

Shade and 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 Porcelian flooring product is labeled for shade and color variation with one of the following ratings:

(These rankings need to have the image for each rating beside each name)

   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.

Slip Resistant

Tiles used on commercial and residential floors should provide a safe walking surface in wet and dry conditions. By measuring the coefficient of friction, a quantitive number determining slip resistance can be obtained. This measurement is determined when a 50 lb. weight is placed on a neolite heel and is pulled across the tile’s surface both wet and dry. The maximum amount of force (pounds) needed to initiate the weight is then recorded. This measurement is divided by the amount of weight (50 lbs) and referred to as the static coefficient of friction value. A rating of 0.5 is currently recommended by OSHA. The American Disabilities Act recommends a static coefficient of friction value of 0.60 for accessible commercial areas and 0.80 for ramps