Volcano Taupe 24x48 Italian Matte Porcelain Tile

Volcano Taupe 24x48 Italian Matte Porcelain Tile

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SAMPLES SHIP FREE WITHIN 1–3 BUSINESS DAYS

$8.69 / sq. ft.

$134.50 / Box (15.48 sq. ft.)

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SOLD BY: box Minimum: 5 boxes

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Minimum order: 5 boxes.

Add 10% more to cover cuts and waste (recommended)

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Order your full amount plus 10% at once — reorders may vary in tone and veining. Shipping damage is covered with photos; small shortages (1–5 pieces) are refunded, NOT reshipped, so the extra 10% protects you.

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About Volcano Taupe Italian Matte Porcelain Tile

Material Education

Volcano Taupe is a large-format Italian porcelain tile engineered to capture the raw, textured beauty of natural volcanic stone. Its warm taupe and greige palette features subtle surface movement — organic striations, tonal shifts, and a matte finish that evokes weathered basalt or aged limestone. Produced in Italy to exacting standards, this tile delivers the sophisticated look of natural stone with the durability and consistency of premium porcelain.

As with the finest stone-look porcelains, each tile is digitally printed with slight tonal variation across the face, faithfully replicating the depth and character of genuine volcanic rock without being perfectly uniform.

About this tile: This large 24×48 inch format tile is offered in a refined matte finish that minimizes glare, hides surface smudges, and creates a seamlessly continuous surface across large expanses — ideal for both floor and wall applications.

Design & Inspiration

The warm taupe and greige tones of Volcano pair beautifully with matte black fixtures, brushed brass hardware, white oak millwork, and soft linen textiles, anchoring interiors in a grounded, natural palette. This tile is equally at home in contemporary minimalist spaces, organic modern homes, and transitional interiors seeking an earthy, textural focal point.

The oversized 24×48 format dramatically reduces grout lines, creating a sleek, uninterrupted surface that makes rooms feel larger and more cohesive — especially impactful on open-plan floors or full-height feature walls. The matte volcanic texture adds visual warmth and a tactile quality that polished surfaces cannot achieve.

Popular design combinations: Volcano Taupe floors paired with a warm white oak vanity, matte black plumbing fixtures, and large-format taupe grout for a seamless, resort-style bathroom. Explore the full Porcelain Tile Collection for coordinating sizes, and browse more Italian Porcelain Tile for complementary looks.

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Premium Natural Stone

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Volcano Taupe is a premium Italian matte porcelain tile inspired by the raw, elemental beauty of volcanic stone. Its warm taupe-greige surface features organic tonal variation, subtle striations, and a velvety matte finish that captures the essence of natural basalt and weathered lava rock — all engineered for the performance and consistency of high-end Italian porcelain.

The large 24×48 inch format lays with minimal grout joints to create vast, uninterrupted planes of texture and color, while the matte finish diffuses light evenly, enhances slip resistance underfoot, and conceals everyday wear remarkably well. Rectified edges ensure tight, precise installation with professional results.

Volcano Taupe is ideal for large residential and commercial floors, spa-style bathrooms, open-plan living areas, and dramatic full-height accent walls. Because porcelain colorways and lot numbers can vary between production runs, we strongly recommend ordering your full project quantity at once and requesting a sample before committing to a large order.

Material	Porcelain
Color	Taupe / Greige / Warm Gray
Type	Large-Format Field Tile
Tile Size	24 × 48 inches
Finish	Matte
Edge	Rectified
Sold By	Per Sq. Ft.
Application	Floor & Wall (Indoor)
Shade Variation	V3 — Moderate Variation
Design	Contemporary / Organic Modern / Transitional
Country of Origin	Europe

✓ Large-Format FloorFewer grout lines, seamless expansive look

✓ Bathroom Floor & WallMatte finish adds grip and spa-like warmth

✓ Feature & Accent WallBold scale creates dramatic focal point

✓ Open-Plan Living AreasCohesive flow across kitchen and living spaces

— Outdoor UseNot rated for exterior freeze-thaw conditions — verify PEI and frost rating before outdoor installation

— Wet Barefoot Areas (Pool Decks)Confirm COF slip rating meets local code for pool surrounds

Free Shipping: This product ships at standard freight rates calculated at checkout based on your location and order size.

Processing & Delivery: Orders are processed within 2–3 business days. Large orders ship via LTL freight — curbside delivery only. An adult must be present to sign for delivery. Estimated transit: 2–10 business days after shipment.

30-Day Returns: Uninstalled tile may be returned within 30 days of delivery. Inspect all tile carefully before installation — installed tile cannot be returned or exchanged. Samples are final sale.

Exclusions: Free shipping does not apply to Hawaii, Alaska, U.S. territories, or international addresses. Additional charges may apply for remote delivery areas.

Sealing: Porcelain is a non-porous material and does not require sealing under normal circumstances. If a grout sealer is applied during installation, ensure it is wiped cleanly off the tile face before curing. No periodic stone sealing is needed.

Cleaning: Clean with a pH-neutral tile cleaner and a damp microfiber mop. Avoid acidic cleaners (vinegar, citrus-based products) and harsh alkaline degreasers that can dull the matte finish over time. For the matte surface, avoid wax-based polishes or sealers, which can create unwanted sheen and streaking.

Installation: Rectified large-format tiles require a perfectly flat, level substrate — use a self-leveling compound if needed. Apply large-format tile mortar (ANSI A118.15) and back-butter each tile fully to achieve minimum 95% coverage and prevent hollow spots. Use tile leveling clips to maintain consistent joints and prevent lippage. A 1/8" to 3/16" grout joint is recommended; use an unsanded or medium-bed grout to match the warm taupe palette.

Important: Inspect all tile before installation. Variations in color, veining, and texture between pieces are natural characteristics of genuine stone — not defects. Order 10% overage for cuts, waste, and future repairs. Tile & Mosaic Depot specialists are available M–F 8:30AM–5PM PST at 855-797-8453.

Why Tile & Mosaic Depot

The natural stone specialists

Quarry-Direct Pricing

We buy direct from the source and skip the middleman, so you get showroom-quality stone for less.

Huge Stone Selection

Marble, travertine, limestone, porcelain and more — thousands of tiles, mosaics, and slabs in one place.

Expert Stone Support

Talk to real natural-stone specialists, M–F 8:30AM–5PM PST, at 855-797-8453 or via live chat.

Easy 30-Day Returns

Uninstalled tile can be returned within 30 days. Order with full confidence.

Why Order a Sample
A screen can't show you how Calacatta veining reads under your kitchen lights or how a porcelain finish sits next to your cabinet color. A sample can. It's the single best way to buy stone or porcelain tile with confidence — and the cheapest mistake you'll ever avoid.

How It Works
Samples are $7.99 each. Samples ship free and leave our warehouse within 1–3 business days. Sizes vary by material and availability — typically 3"×3" up to 8"×8" — and every sample is cut from the same material stocked for full orders.

What a Sample Shows
Color, texture, finish, and overall character. Because natural stone varies piece to piece, one sample represents the material but can't show the full range of a lot. Porcelain samples are highly representative of the production run. Want to see the current lot before you commit? Ask us — we'll send photos.

Good to Know

Samples are final sale — non-returnable and non-refundable.
We recommend sampling before every full order, especially for natural stone.
Larger or custom quantity? Contact us for a tailored quote.

Talk to a Specialist
Our stone and tile specialists will help you narrow it down. Call (855) 797-8453 or email sales@tileandmosaicdepot.com, Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5 PM PT.

How Your Order Ships
In-stock orders leave our warehouse within 2–3 business days. Stone, porcelain, and mosaic ship on a pallet via scheduled LTL freight and arrive 2–10 business days after dispatch, depending on destination. You'll get tracking and the carrier's name by email the day it ships.

Freight Delivery — What to Expect

The carrier calls you first. Every freight delivery is by appointment. Expect a call or text to set a window before the truck is dispatched.
Curbside delivery. The driver unloads to the curb or driveway. Freight does not include carrying material indoors or into a garage — plan for a helper or a hand truck.
Someone 18+ must sign. Inspect the pallet before signing. Note any damage, shortage, or broken shrink-wrap on the delivery receipt — this is what makes a claim valid.
Truck access. The address must be accessible to a full-size freight truck with enough space to unload.

Free Shipping
Free curbside freight on qualifying mosaic and molding orders over $1,999 in the continental U.S. Field tile, porcelain, and other product types ship at freight rates shown at checkout. Not available to Hawaii, Alaska, U.S. territories, or international addresses.

Damage & Shortages
Report within 3 calendar days of delivery with photos of the pallet, packaging, and affected pieces to sales@tileandmosaicdepot.com. Verified claims are covered. Shortages of 1–5 pieces are refunded rather than reshipped — which is why we recommend ordering 10% overage.

30-Day Returns
Uninstalled tile in full, unopened boxes may be returned within 30 days of delivery. Return freight is paid by the customer. Partial boxes, opened boxes, installed material, and samples are final sale.

Questions Before You Order?
Call (855) 797-8453 or email sales@tileandmosaicdepot.com, Monday–Friday 8:30 AM–5 PM PT. If you're unsure about freight access at your address, ask us before checkout — we'll flag anything that could hold up delivery.

Natural Variation
Quarried stone varies in color, veining, shade, movement, and finish from piece to piece and from lot to lot. Screen photos and samples show the range, not the exact tile you'll receive. Variation is the nature of the material and is never grounds for return. Porcelain is far more consistent, but shade and pattern can still shift between production runs — buy your full quantity in one order.

Before You Install

Order 10% overage. Covers cuts, breakage, and spares for future repairs. Reorders may not match in tone or lot.
Inspect every piece before setting. Pull from all boxes, blend, and dry-lay the full area. Installation is acceptance — no claims are honored once tile is set.
Hire a qualified installer. Natural stone and large-format porcelain require experience with the material. Your installer is responsible for substrate, setting materials, and method.

Sealing & Care
Natural stone should be sealed with a penetrating sealer and re-sealed periodically in wet and high-traffic areas. Clean with a pH-neutral stone cleaner only — vinegar, bleach, ammonia, and acidic cleaners etch marble, limestone, travertine, and onyx permanently. Porcelain does not require sealing. Outdoor stone weathers and shifts in tone over time; this is expected.

Responsibility
Tile & Mosaic Depot supplies material only. We are not responsible for installation, labor costs, substrate conditions, setting materials, product misuse, or damage from handling, sealing, maintenance, or chemicals. No claims, returns, or replacements are accepted on installed material.

California Proposition 65
Some natural stone and porcelain products contain substances known to the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm. Details at www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

The Natural Stone & Porcelain Tile Specialists

Direct from the Producers

We buy directly from the mills and factories that cut and finish our tile, so pricing stays sharp and lots stay consistent.

Samples Ship Free

$7.99 per sample with no shipping charge, shipped within 1–3 business days. See the current material before you commit.

Ask a Specialist

Email us anytime with a question about our products at sales@tileandmosaicdepot.com. We'll get back to you during our business hours, Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM PT.