METRO Cream Limestone Mosaic Border Tile, Honed

Emser’s METRO series in Cream showcases honed limestone arranged in a contemporary linear aesthetic with coordinating mosaics. Ideal for walls, floors, and backsplashes, the natural stone’s V3 shade variation adds refined movement to modern spaces.

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Key Features:

• Natural Limestone: Honed finish delivers a smooth, matte surface with timeless elegance
• Coordinating Collection: Part of Emser’s METRO series with multiple field tile sizes and 20+ mosaic options
• Rectified Edges: Enables tighter grout joints; Emser recommends 1/8 inch
• Versatile Applications: Suitable for residential/commercial walls and most floors; shower wall/floor approved (except Cushion pattern)
• Distinctive Variation: V3 shade variation in Cream provides organic linear veining for visual interest

Please check the Product Data Sheet Here

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Specifications Table:

Specification	Details
Series	METRO
Color	Cream
Material	Limestone (Natural Stone)
Finish	Honed
Edge Detail	Rectified
Shade Variation	V3 (Cream)
Faces	Random
Recommended Grout Joint	1/8 inch
ASTM Chemical Resistance C650	Non-Resistant
Water Absorption C373	≤3%
DCOF AcuTest Wet	<0.42
Freeze-Thaw Cycling	Non-Resistant
Scratch Hardness (MOHS)	5
Usage - Walls (Residential/Commercial)	Yes
Usage - Residential Floor	Yes (except Cushion pattern)
Usage - Commercial Floor	Yes (except Cushion pattern; Emser recommends ≥0.50 DCOF for commercial dining)
Usage - Shower Wall	Yes
Usage - Shower Floor	Yes (except Cushion pattern)
Usage - Steam Shower	No
Usage - Kitchen Counter / Stove Area / Fireplace Facade	Yes
Usage - Covered Exterior Wall (Freezing/Non-Freezing)	Yes
Usage - Uncovered Exterior Wall (Freezing)	No
Usage - Uncovered Exterior Wall (Non-Freezing)	Yes
Usage - Exterior Floors / Pool / Spa	No

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q: What material and finish is this tile?
A: It is natural limestone with a honed (matte) finish.

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Q: What grout joint size is recommended?
A: Emser recommends a 1/8 inch grout joint for the METRO series.

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Q: Where can it be installed?
A: Approved for residential and commercial walls, most interior floors, shower walls and floors (except Cushion pattern), kitchen counters, stove areas, fireplace facades, and certain covered exterior walls; not for steam showers or pools.

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Q: Is there noticeable color variation?
A: Yes. The Cream color is rated V3, indicating moderate to high shade variation.

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Q: Is it frost-resistant?
A: The series is not freeze-thaw resistant; avoid uncovered exterior applications in freezing climates.

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Quiet Linear Luxury in Natural Stone

The METRO Cream mosaic whispers elegance with its soft, honed limestone and subtle linear veining. Its rectified edges and refined tone create a seamless canvas that elevates kitchens and baths alike. Pair it with warm woods and brushed nickel to let the stone’s organic movement glow. This is an essential layer of understated luxury for serene, modern living.

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Bring the calm sophistication of honed limestone to your project—add METRO Cream to your cart today.