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Understanding Tile Variation Ratings

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understanding tile variation

colour and

pattern differences

Tile variation is a natural and expected part of most tile products, and it’s something we want you to feel confident about before installation. Differences in colour, shade, and pattern can occur due to the manufacturing process, the type of material, or intentional design features that create a more natural, less repetitive look.

Some tiles are very uniform, while others are designed to have noticeable variation, and this is usually graded by the manufacturer to help set clear expectations. By understanding this upfront, mixing tiles from multiple boxes, and previewing the layout before installation, you can be assured the finished result will look balanced, intentional, and true to the style you chose.

Shade variation within a box of tiles of a product is minimal. Once installed, the appearance should be uniform.

Subtle variations within a box of tiles as you would experience with most natural materials.

Tiles share the same color but texture may vary.

Highest possible shade variation. Colors and shade are quite different.

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