{"id":1547,"date":"2023-08-24T09:50:36","date_gmt":"2023-08-24T09:50:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/?p=1547"},"modified":"2024-03-24T09:29:36","modified_gmt":"2024-03-24T09:29:36","slug":"how-much-does-porcelain-tile-weigh","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/how-much-does-porcelain-tile-weigh\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Does Porcelain Tile Weigh?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/6a32c987-b2e0-496a-b4bf-49652189906a_Calacatta_Gold_Living_Room_CU.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1548\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/6a32c987-b2e0-496a-b4bf-49652189906a_Calacatta_Gold_Living_Room_CU.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/6a32c987-b2e0-496a-b4bf-49652189906a_Calacatta_Gold_Living_Room_CU-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/6a32c987-b2e0-496a-b4bf-49652189906a_Calacatta_Gold_Living_Room_CU-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/6a32c987-b2e0-496a-b4bf-49652189906a_Calacatta_Gold_Living_Room_CU-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Porcelain Tile, TERACNTO Calacatta Gold<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<div>Porcelain tile is a popular flooring choice due to its durability and water resistance, but porcelain tile weight can be a concern. This article is a guide to covering everything you should know about the weight of porcelain tiles and how to estimate or accurately calculate that weight.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>Porcelain tiles are made from fine clay fired at extremely high temperatures. The result is a dense, durable material that can be made into floor or wall tiles with any imaginable surface design, often natural stone or wood.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>The weight of porcelain tile is measured in pounds per square foot (PSF) or kilograms per square meter (Kg\/m2), and weight varies widely depending on the thickness, size, and density of the tile. Keep this information in mind as a starting point:<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>\n<div>\u25cf\u00a0Thickness: Porcelain tiles typically range in thickness from 3 mm to 12 mm. It stands to reason, the thicker the tile, the heavier it will be.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>\u25cf\u00a0Size: Larger sizes generally equate to more weight, although the thickness or density of the tile can add or subtract weight.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>\u25cf\u00a0Density: Some porcelain tiles are made with higher density, meaning more material is packed into the same space. Higher density tiles of the same size weigh more than lower density tiles.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2><strong>Importance of wall and floor tile weight and how heavy is porcelain?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"661\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/cf08334e-4c6b-4714-9c18-25f1cf579a49_white-marble-brick-wall-textured-wallpaper.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1549\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/cf08334e-4c6b-4714-9c18-25f1cf579a49_white-marble-brick-wall-textured-wallpaper.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/cf08334e-4c6b-4714-9c18-25f1cf579a49_white-marble-brick-wall-textured-wallpaper-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/cf08334e-4c6b-4714-9c18-25f1cf579a49_white-marble-brick-wall-textured-wallpaper-768x508.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/cf08334e-4c6b-4714-9c18-25f1cf579a49_white-marble-brick-wall-textured-wallpaper-585x387.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Importance of wall and floor tile weigh<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<p>The weight of wall and floor tile affects many facets of a porcelain tile installation. Keep the following factors in mind when choosing a porcelain tile.<\/p>\n<div>\u25cf\u00a0Structural integrity can be compromised when floor tiles are too heavy, putting a strain on the subfloor and potentially causing cracks or even structural issues. It\u2019s important to choose tiles that don\u2019t exceed the load-bearing capacity of the structure.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>\u25cf\u00a0Just like subfloors, the wall material dictates how much tile weight is appropriate. A gypsum wall will tolerate less tile weight than a cement board wall, for example. Too much weight on the wrong type of wall material may cause a project to fail.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>\u25cf\u00a0Installation can also be affected significantly by tile weight. Heavy tiles are more difficult to handle and may slow down the installation process. Heavier tiles on walls may require more labor and stronger adhesives as well.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>\u25cf\u00a0Transportation costs rise proportionately to weight. Heavier tiles usually cost more to package as well as to ship, adding to the project\u2019s bottom line.\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n\n\n<h2><strong>Is porcelain heavier than ceramic?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"922\" height=\"615\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/f9ad94a7-14b1-4984-bfa8-db56b3a2d291_caa0ca02-ff04-48fe-88c1-fe50c8da8f93_layout-colorful-specimens-of-granite-marbles-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/f9ad94a7-14b1-4984-bfa8-db56b3a2d291_caa0ca02-ff04-48fe-88c1-fe50c8da8f93_layout-colorful-specimens-of-granite-marbles-rotated.jpg 922w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/f9ad94a7-14b1-4984-bfa8-db56b3a2d291_caa0ca02-ff04-48fe-88c1-fe50c8da8f93_layout-colorful-specimens-of-granite-marbles-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/f9ad94a7-14b1-4984-bfa8-db56b3a2d291_caa0ca02-ff04-48fe-88c1-fe50c8da8f93_layout-colorful-specimens-of-granite-marbles-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/f9ad94a7-14b1-4984-bfa8-db56b3a2d291_caa0ca02-ff04-48fe-88c1-fe50c8da8f93_layout-colorful-specimens-of-granite-marbles-585x390.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 922px) 100vw, 922px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Weight comparison between porcelain and ceramic<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<p>Because porcelain tiles are denser than ceramic tiles, they tend to be heavier as well. This density makes porcelain better suited for high traffic areas and outdoor applications, since it is less likely to crack, chip, or break. On average, a 12 x 12 inch porcelain tile with a thickness of 3\/8 inch weighs over 1.8 pounds, so a box of 15 porcelain tiles might weigh between 15 and 30 pounds.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2><strong>How much weight can porcelain tile support?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"891\" height=\"742\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/2d77c42e-ae30-4a2e-b047-a195ee14cc3a_3d-rendering-modern-black-bathroom-with-luxury-tile-decor.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1551\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/2d77c42e-ae30-4a2e-b047-a195ee14cc3a_3d-rendering-modern-black-bathroom-with-luxury-tile-decor.jpg 891w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/2d77c42e-ae30-4a2e-b047-a195ee14cc3a_3d-rendering-modern-black-bathroom-with-luxury-tile-decor-300x250.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/2d77c42e-ae30-4a2e-b047-a195ee14cc3a_3d-rendering-modern-black-bathroom-with-luxury-tile-decor-768x640.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/2d77c42e-ae30-4a2e-b047-a195ee14cc3a_3d-rendering-modern-black-bathroom-with-luxury-tile-decor-585x487.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 891px) 100vw, 891px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Porcelain tile&#8217;s weight-bearing capacity<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<div>The density of porcelain also allows the tiles to support a significant amount of weight. How much depends on the thickness and quality of the tile as well as the supporting surface underneath.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>Typically, a porcelain tile of 3\/8 to 1\/2 inch thickness can withstand loads of 200 to 300 pounds per square inch. However, the actual weight a porcelain tile can support may vary from one brand to the next, due to differences in composition and the manufacturing process.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>Also, the method of installation, along with the quality and type of subfloor, play a crucial role in determining a tile\u2019s load-bearing capacity. Consult the product instructions and warranty or speak with a professional to determine how much weight your porcelain tile can support.\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/a9e292fd-e7ed-4969-930f-6b8ce3de0eb3_Pietra_Gray-kitchen-OA.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1552\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/a9e292fd-e7ed-4969-930f-6b8ce3de0eb3_Pietra_Gray-kitchen-OA.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/a9e292fd-e7ed-4969-930f-6b8ce3de0eb3_Pietra_Gray-kitchen-OA-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/a9e292fd-e7ed-4969-930f-6b8ce3de0eb3_Pietra_Gray-kitchen-OA-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/a9e292fd-e7ed-4969-930f-6b8ce3de0eb3_Pietra_Gray-kitchen-OA-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/a9e292fd-e7ed-4969-930f-6b8ce3de0eb3_Pietra_Gray-kitchen-OA-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/a9e292fd-e7ed-4969-930f-6b8ce3de0eb3_Pietra_Gray-kitchen-OA-220x220.jpg 220w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/a9e292fd-e7ed-4969-930f-6b8ce3de0eb3_Pietra_Gray-kitchen-OA-80x80.jpg 80w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">LX Hausys TERACANTO Pietra Gray featured on Kitchen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>How to calculate porcelain tile weight<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div>When planning a tile installation project, you may need to know the weight of the finished floor in order to meet building codes or to ensure the subfloor offers sufficient support. It\u2019s important to consult with a professional for large projects involving significant weight loads.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>The weight of the tiles, mortar, and grout should be listed in the manufacturers\u2019 product specifications. For a quick estimation, you can use the following instructions.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/size_c26825ce-3db9-4383-8370-2242a0169fa5_mock-up-from-natural-stone-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1553\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:1200px;height:800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/size_c26825ce-3db9-4383-8370-2242a0169fa5_mock-up-from-natural-stone-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/size_c26825ce-3db9-4383-8370-2242a0169fa5_mock-up-from-natural-stone-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/size_c26825ce-3db9-4383-8370-2242a0169fa5_mock-up-from-natural-stone-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/size_c26825ce-3db9-4383-8370-2242a0169fa5_mock-up-from-natural-stone-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/size_c26825ce-3db9-4383-8370-2242a0169fa5_mock-up-from-natural-stone.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tips to calculate porcelain tile weight<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<div data-lineheight=\"1.5\">\u25cf\u00a0First calculate the weight of the tiles. The individual tile weight should be listed on the box, or it can be determined by dividing the total weight of the box by the number of tiles. Multiply the single tile weight by the number of tiles you plan to use.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>\u25cf\u00a0To determine the weight of a finished porcelain floor, you will also need to include the mortar and grout weight. The type and thickness of the mortar will affect the weight, but typically, mortar density ranges from 130 to 150 pounds per cubic foot. To determine mortar weight, first calculate the volume by measuring the area you plan to tile and multiplying by the thickness of the mortar layer. Then multiply the volume by the density of the mortar to arrive at the mortar weight.<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>\u25cf\u00a0Grout density usually ranges from 120 to 130 pounds per cubic foot. Calculate the volume of grout needed based on the thickness and total length of the grout lines, then multiply by the density to determine the grout weight. Finally, add the weights of the tiles, mortar and grout to find the total weight of the finished floor.\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n\n\n<h3><strong>Porcelain tile size weight<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>The following chart provides typical weights for common porcelain tile sizes. Keep in mind, these weights can vary widely depending on thickness, density, and raw materials. For precise weight information, refer to the manufacturer specifications.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Tile Size<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Typical Weight per Tile (lb)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">12 x 12<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">5 &#8211; 8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">12 x 24<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">10 &#8211; 15<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">24 x 24<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">20 &#8211; 30<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">24 x 48<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">40 &#8211; 60<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">600 x 600 (slabs)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">90 &#8211; 130<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"283\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/a6af509b-8726-4160-89bb-aaebda8961d8_\uc790\uc0b0_2-1024x283.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1554\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/a6af509b-8726-4160-89bb-aaebda8961d8_\uc790\uc0b0_2-1024x283.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/a6af509b-8726-4160-89bb-aaebda8961d8_\uc790\uc0b0_2-300x83.png 300w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/a6af509b-8726-4160-89bb-aaebda8961d8_\uc790\uc0b0_2-768x212.png 768w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/a6af509b-8726-4160-89bb-aaebda8961d8_\uc790\uc0b0_2-585x161.png 585w, https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/a6af509b-8726-4160-89bb-aaebda8961d8_\uc790\uc0b0_2.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Size of TERACANTO Porcelain Tile Full Slab<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>Porcelain tile size weight<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>The following chart provides typical weights for common thicknesses of porcelain tile. Again, these weights may vary widely depending on density and raw materials.<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong><strong>Thickness<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong><strong>Typical Weight per Square Foot (lb)<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2 mm slab<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">11 -14<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">3 mm tile<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0.7 &#8211; 1.0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">6 mm tile<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1.3 &#8211; 1.8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">8 mm tile<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1.7 &#8211; 2.3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">20 mm tile<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">4.4 &#8211; 5.5<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>Contact us<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div>LX Hausys offers a wide variety of porcelain tile appropriate for any project. Luxurious looks, organic ingredients and versatile applications make TERACANTO ideal for premium residential and commercial environments.\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>For more details about porcelain tile weight and calculations for LX Hausys large slab porcelain tiles, please visit our website at <span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/products\/hflor\/hflor-finder\/lvt-flooring?elqTrackId=D31013B0F95FEAFF9EB8808706ACD39E&amp;elqTrack=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-targettype=\"webpage\">lxhausys.com<\/a><\/span> or <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\" title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/products\/hflor\/hflor-finder\/lvt-flooring?elqTrackId=16C282B94ADE1A844E5D365D083E327B&amp;elqTrack=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-targettype=\"webpage\">contact us<\/a><\/span><\/span> today.<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons has-custom-font-size is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-03627597 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"font-size:clamp(17.371px, 1.086rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.944), 27px);\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-25 has-custom-font-size is-style-fill\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.392), 18px);\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/support\/contactus\/pro\" style=\"border-radius:0px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Contact Us<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-25 has-custom-font-size\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.392), 18px);\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/products\/teracanto-porcelain-surface\" style=\"border-radius:0px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>More Information<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-25 has-custom-font-size\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.392), 18px);\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lxhausys.com\/us\/index?popupId=popNewsletter\" style=\"border-radius:0px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Newsletter<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Porcelain tile is a popular flooring choice due to its durability and water resistance, but porcelain tile weight can be a concern. 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