How To Use 24×24 Floor Tile

Image: Reside USA Brown Matte 12×24, & Reside USA Brown Matte 24×24 Large-Format Porcelain Floor Tile from Arizona Tile

Large-format tile—tile with at least one side longer than 15 inches—has created a new opportunity for both interior and exterior design, offering a modern, expansive appeal that is aesthetically pleasing, versatile, and practical. While 12×24 tile is quite popular, 24×24 tile is also gaining popularity as a top choice.

With numerous benefits, which we will cover, large-format tile offers a transformative edge in design. This can even be heightened with how it’s installed, for example, with a 1/3^rd offset or straight stack. Whether it’s interior, exterior, floors, or walls, we’ll explore how 24×24 tile can enhance your residential or commercial space.

Why Large Format Tile?

It’s a few simple benefits that nudge large-format tile from good to great. 24×24 floor tile creates a seamless transition through a home, even connecting it to outdoor areas, while making the space look and feel expansive. The result of such application is a more sophisticated, sleek, and polished aesthetic that enhances any design style.

Image: Marvel Black Atlantis Polished 24×24 Large-Format, & Marvel Calacatta Apuano Polished 24×24 Checkerboard Floor Tile from Arizona Tile

Whether it’s on interior or exterior floors, natural stone or porcelain, 24×24 tile presents a clean appeal due to its fewer grout lines, making it easier to clean and maintain. Installation is also an easier task because each piece covers more surface area and eliminates the need to lay and grout many small sections. Not only does large-format tile enhance appearance due to fewer grout lines, but this sleek look also fosters a contemporary, minimalist style that is vastly versatile in both design and installation. Large-format 24×24 floor tile is suitable for more than just floors; it’s also a great choice for walls, and many materials work well in wet areas, and both indoors and outdoors.  

In addition to its aesthetic appeal and versatility, the durability of most large-format 24×24 tile, especially porcelain, is highly resistant to moisture, stains, and day-to-day wear and tear—offering years of enjoyment.

Porcelain and Natural Stone Pavers

Our porcelain and natural stone pavers are a large-format tile specifically designed for outdoor use, withstanding extreme weather conditions, including cold, snowy climates or hot, dry climates, and can even combat UV exposure without compromising their integrity.

Image: Verrazzo Grigio 24×24 Active R11 Finish Outdoor Large-Format Porcelain Tile from Arizona Tile

At Arizona Tile, many of our 24×24 tile features an R11 Finish to help combat slips and falls, making them ideal for outdoor use. We offer two R11 Finishes: a traditional R11 Finish, and an Active R11 Finish. Our Active R11 Finish™ and R11 Finish allow for a beautiful transition from your indoor tile to your outdoor living space, offering a great solution for high-traffic areas and outdoor spaces that are exposed to water and moisture. Both R11 finishes are slip-resistant, making them a safe and practical option for a functional aesthetic and an excellent choice for patios, decks, and pool areas. 

Four of our porcelain tile series feature a 2cm R11 Finish Porcelain Paver as part of the existing tile series, allowing you to seamlessly transition your indoor floor tile to your outdoor living space. Thanks to the installation of our 2cm Porcelain Pavers, which feature our R11 Finish, making them ideal for every outdoor setting.

Outdoor areas—from patios and pool decks to walkways and outdoor kitchens—are perfect spaces for 24×24 R11 Finish porcelain pavers. Their durability and aesthetic versatility make them a top choice for homeowners.

24×24 Tile Kitchen Flooring

The kitchen is a high-traffic, high-impact area where durability and sanitization are important. 24×24 porcelain floor tile is a great choice for this space, offering a hard-wearing surface that’s easy to clean and resistant to spills that may naturally occur in this area.

Image: Polaris Quartzite Kitchen Countertop, & Marvel Calacatta Prestigio Polished 24×24 Large-Format Porcelain Floor Tile from Arizona Tile

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Try 24×24 floor tile in neutral tones, such as taupe, gray, or beige, to create a spacious feel. But don’t stop there: the backsplash and countertops can be similar, too. While smaller tile is traditionally used for the backsplash, you could make a bold statement with an area that could accommodate 24×24 tile, maybe outlined with smaller, similar tile. For your countertop, consider our porcelain slabs. They feature all the benefits of porcelain tile and eliminate grout lines while achieving the appearance of traditional countertops, even mimicking the look of natural stone, like quartzite (which is also a great countertop choice).

Image: Regium 24×24 Large-Format Agglomerate Marble Floor Tile from Arizona Tile

24×24 Tile in Living Rooms

In the living room, 24×24 tile can transform the floor into a canvas of luxury and sophistication. Plus, the scale complements open-concept layouts and modern design schemes. Try a polished porcelain for a high-end look or matte tile for a more relaxed vibe. Stone-look tile, such as travertine or slate, adds texture and warmth, while a marble appearance can tailor to a more refined aesthetic. If you’re looking for a natural stone product with a trendy aesthetic, take a peek at our agglomerate marble tile for some stunning options.

As wall tile, the 24×24 size can also be used as a fireplace surround, creating a dramatic focal point. Or, for a tiled accent wall, consider enhancing the area behind the TV or sofa to create an artistic display of creativity, adding depth and dimension to the space.

24×24 Bathroom Tile

Bathrooms benefit immensely from the large scale and limited grout joints of large-format tile. The 24×24 size is ideal for creating a spa-like atmosphere with a streamlined look.

Image: Marvel Calacatta Extra Polished 24×24 Large-Format Porcelain Floor Tile, & Marvel Calacatta Extra Polished 12×24 Porcelain Wall Tile from Arizona Tile

Textured or matte-finished 24×24 floor tiles are an excellent choice for bathroom floors, offering both style and safety by helping reduce the risk of slipping. For a seamless, cohesive look, extend the same color onto your shower floor using an R11 Finish tile, ensuring a slip-resistant surface in all wet areas. Light-colored, large-format tile can make small bathrooms feel more open, especially if you opt for the same or similar 24×24 tile on your walls and throughout your shower as well. This creates a seamless, luxurious look that will enhance a spa-like oasis right in your own home. Consider vertical stacking for a modern twist.

To mention grout lines again, selecting 24×24 floor and wall tile presents fewer spaces where mold and mildew can build up, making it a hygienic choice for wet environments.

Incorporating 24×24 Floor Tile

Whether you’re remodeling a single room or designing an entire home, incorporating large-format 24×24 floor tile offers a timeless solution. Its seamless blend of form and function ranges from a minimalist aesthetic look to a sleek, modern vibe. Be it a patio for entertaining, a quiet outdoor oasis, a transitional indoor-outdoor space, or an open-concept kitchen and living room space, we offer a range of superior tile selections that will elevate your design.

When deciding on your favorite 24×24 tile, try our Just Imagine Tile and Slab Visualizer to see helpful images. When you’re able, visit an Arizona Tile showroom or slab yard to see our tile and slab options and fully appreciate their beauty. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us!