Tile Finishes & Textures
A tile’s finish and texture affect its appearance, recommended application, safety, longevity, and maintenance. Crossville offers a wide variety of distinctive and proprietary finishes and textures to add beauty and function to residential and commercial designs, both indoors and out.
CROSS-SHEEN®
Cross-Sheen® is an advanced, integrated finish that significantly elevates the durability and protection of Crossville tiles, offering unparalleled resistance to scuffs, stains, and even most graffiti. This innovative finish creates a smooth, high-performance surface that enhances the tile’s aesthetic appeal and makes it easier to maintain. Thanks to its unique formulation, Cross-Sheen bolsters the surface’s cleanability, aiding in removing marks (normally with a mild cleaner), and eliminating the need for harsh chemicals or intensive scrubbing. This means faster, hassle-free cleaning and long-term durability, ensuring that your Crossville tile retains its beauty and functionality for years to come.
Unlike traditional anti-graffiti coatings that are applied as a temporary layer and can wear off or scrape away over time, Cross-Sheen is integrated directly into the tile surface during manufacturing. This permanent solution ensures that the protective benefits remain intact, even after years of use. Cross-Sheen won’t degrade, scratch, or peel off, offering reliable, consistent protection that won’t compromise the tile’s finish. Whether installed in high-traffic commercial spaces or stylish residential environments, Cross-Sheen guarantees that your tile surface remains protected and easy to care for, even in the most demanding settings.
Proudly made in the USA to rigorous specifications, Cross-Sheen is the ideal solution for both interior and exterior applications. It performs beautifully on walls and floors, from residential kitchens and bathrooms to commercial corridors and public spaces. Offering the perfect combination of aesthetic enhancement, ease of maintenance, and long-lasting protection, Cross-Sheen is the smart choice for tile surfaces that stand the test of time while maintaining an effortlessly clean look.
Cross-Sheen® Finish Available In:
- Access Point™
- Alaska™
- Altered State™
- Argent 2.0™
- Argent 2.5™
- Basalt™
- Beljn™
- Civilization™
- Color Blox 2.0™
- Cross-Colors Mingles™
- Gotham™
- Java Joint™
- Main Street™
- Moonstruck™
- Native Metal™
- Nest™
- Notorious™
- Owen Stone™
- Portugal™
- Ready to Wear™
- Retro Active 2.0™
- Rural Retreat™
- Shades 2.0™
- Sociale™
- Stone Fiction™
- Trajectory™
Exterior
The exterior texture is meticulously crafted to address the specific needs of outdoor walking surfaces, where enhanced traction is crucial for safety. Designed to perform in high-traffic areas, these exterior products offer the perfect combination of functionality and style, ensuring reliable grip and comfort even in the most challenging conditions. Whether it’s a commercial pathway, a residential patio, or a poolside deck, the textured surface provides superior traction, giving users the confidence to walk securely, even when surfaces are wet or exposed to the elements.
These exterior products are engineered to stand up to the unique challenges of outdoor environments. Built to resist the damaging effects of weather, moisture, and temperature fluctuations, they maintain their structural integrity and aesthetic appeal over time. Whether enduring the harsh sun, heavy rain, freezing temperatures, or humidity, these tiles are designed for long-lasting performance and resilience. Their durability ensures that they can withstand daily wear and tear without compromising on style, making them a smart investment for both residential and commercial outdoor spaces.
In addition to their outdoor functionality, these textured tiles are also highly suitable for use in interior wet areas, such as bathrooms, kitchens, and spas. Their ability to resist moisture while providing an increased traction surface makes them an excellent choice for spaces where safety and durability are paramount. From creating elegant walkways to designing practical indoor wet areas, these versatile products offer the ideal balance of safety, strength, and visual appeal. With their exceptional resistance to outdoor conditions and moisture, they provide lasting value while maintaining a sophisticated and functional aesthetic in any space.
Exterior Finish Available in:
- Beljn™
- Owen Stone™
- Portugal™
- Rural Retreat™
- Sociale™
- Stone Fiction™
- Trajectory™
FeatherSoft™
Tile is the perfect material for creating a balanced and harmonious space, effortlessly tying together every element of the design while engaging the senses. The beauty of tile lies not only in its visual appeal but also in its ability to connect with its surroundings, inviting touch and elevating the tactile experience. Crossville’s exclusive FeatherSoft™ unpolished finish takes this experience to the next level by delivering a luxuriously smooth and touchable surface that feels like finely woven cashmere beneath your feet. This unique finish creates a sense of softness and comfort, transforming any space into a haven of relaxation and refinement.
In addition to its sumptuous feel, the FeatherSoft finish seamlessly combines elegance with practicality. Its silky-smooth surface doesn’t sacrifice traction, offering enhanced grip without compromising on style. This makes it an ideal choice for high-traffic interior flooring, whether in residential settings or bustling commercial spaces. From cozy living rooms to high-end retail environments, FeatherSoft provides a perfect blend of comfort, beauty, and durability, making every step a sensory experience. With its versatility and functional elegance, FeatherSoft offers the perfect balance of aesthetics and performance, bringing luxury and practicality into your space.
FeatherSoft™ Finish Available In:
- Beljn™
- Sociale™
Visual Touch™
With Crossville’s innovative Visual Touch™ technology, tile and texture are seamlessly integrated to elevate every aspect of a space, offering a harmonious design that beckons interaction and sensory connection. This cutting-edge technology ensures that each tile not only captivates the eye with its stunning visual appeal but also enhances the tactile experience, inviting users to engage more deeply with their surroundings.
By perfectly syncing the visual and the tactile elements, Visual Touch magnifies the authenticity of the tile, making it feel as real and inviting as it looks. This unique fusion opens up endless possibilities for artistic expression, allowing designers and homeowners to create spaces that are as dynamic to the touch as they are to the eye. Whether you’re designing a living room, kitchen, or commercial environment, Visual Touch transforms any area into a multisensory experience where beauty, texture, and function seamlessly converge.
Visual Touch™ Finish Available In:
- Marblique™
Cross-Slate®
The Cross-Slate® finish expertly blends the timeless, rustic texture of natural slate with the advanced durability and through-body color of porcelain, making it an ideal solution for high-traffic areas that require enhanced traction. This innovative combination offers both strong visual and performance appeal, making it a smart choice for a variety of commercial applications. Cross-Slate is designed to withstand the demands of both interior and exterior walking surfaces, ensuring long-lasting beauty and enhanced traction in residential and commercial spaces alike. No matter your application, Cross-Slate delivers a unique aesthetic while maintaining its strength and durability where it’s needed most.
Cross-Slate® Finish Available In:
- Cross-Colors Mingle™
CROSS-TREAD®
Cross-Tread® was specifically engineered to address the toughest traction challenges in high-demand environments like restaurant kitchens. This innovative surface is the perfect solution for wet and greasy indoor floors, as well as outdoor walking areas where safety and durability are paramount. With its specially designed surface pattern, Cross-Tread not only enhances traction but also adds a touch of visual interest, making it a versatile option for a variety of applications. From kitchens, hallways, and patios, to accent tiles in transitional spaces, Cross-Tread delivers both functionality and aesthetic appeal. Its ability to withstand moisture and heavy foot traffic, combined with its distinctive look, makes it an ideal choice for creating safe, stylish spaces that stand up to the challenges of daily use.
Cross-Tread® Finish Available In:
- Cross-Colors Mingle™
Unpolished Matte
Crossville’s unpolished tile features a natural, matte surface, providing an elegant, understated appearance. The non-reflective, muted finish enhances any space by adding subtle richness and depth, creating an inviting, yet sophisticated atmosphere. The soft, matte texture of these tiles exudes a timeless charm, making them an excellent choice for a wide range of design styles, from contemporary to rustic, and everything in between.
One of the standout benefits of unpolished surfaces is their ability to hide dirt, fingerprints, and smudges more effectively than their glossier counterparts. This makes them an ideal low-maintenance option for busy residential and commercial spaces, where appearance and cleanliness are a priority. Whether used in kitchens, bathrooms, hallways, or public areas, unpolished tiles maintain their aesthetic appeal with minimal upkeep, reducing the frequency of cleaning and ensuring that your space stays pristine without constant effort.
Durability is another key feature of Crossville’s unpolished tile. Designed to withstand the wear and tear of both high-traffic residential areas and commercial environments, these tiles are resilient, long-lasting, and able to handle everyday challenges with ease. Their versatile, no-fuss nature makes them a smart choice for environments where style, practicality, and longevity are essential.
Unpolished Matte® Finish Available In:
- Access Point™
- Alaska™
- Altered State™
- Argent 2.0™
- Argent 2.5™
- Basalt™
- Civilization™
- Color Blox 2.0™
- Cotto Moderno™
- Cross-Colors Mingles™
- Gotham™
- Java Joint™
- Marblique™
- Main Street™
- Moonstruck™
- Multiplier™
- Native Metal™
- Nest™
- Notorious™
- Portugal™
- Ready to Wear™
- Retro Active 2.0™
- Rural Retreat™
- Shades 2.0™
- Stone Fiction™
- Stones at Large™
- Trajectory™
Polished
Crossville’s polished porcelain tile finish is achieved by mechanically grinding and polishing the surface of the tile to create a smooth, glossy, and highly reflective appearance. This finish enhances the color and pattern of the tile, giving it a sleek and sophisticated look that works well in modern and upscale interior floors and interior and exterior walls. Used with other surface textures, it increases visual interplay and interest. Polished finish is not recommended for wet areas where standing water may occur or for exterior horizontal and/or walking surfaces.
Polished Finish Available In:
- Cross-Colors Mingles™
- Retro Active 2.0™
- Stones at Large™
Gloss
Tiles with a gloss or glossy finish are similar to polished tiles due to their shiny surfaces, but where polished tiles get their shine by mechanically polishing the surface, glossy tiles achieve their shine through a glaze applied to the surface during manufacturing. Glossy tiles are best suited for walls and are frequently used for decorative accents. Depending on the product, they may be used for interior or exterior applications in residential and commercial spaces.
Gloss Finish Available In:
- Color by Numbers™
- Color Perspectives™
- Cursive™
- Handwritten™
- Multiplier™
- Snippet™
- Swatches™
Satin
Like glossy tiles, satin tiles get their shine through a glaze applied to the surface during manufacturing. However, where glossy tiles are glass-like and slick to the touch, a satin finish offers a soft, subtle sheen with a low to medium reflectivity that balances between matte and glossy. Satin colors appear slightly muted and understated, giving spaces a more natural, elegant look. With a silky or velvety touch, Crossville’s Satin finish products are recommended for interior walls in residential and commercial spaces.
Satin Finish Available In:
- Color by Numbers™
- Swatches™
Honed / Semi-Polished
A honed or semi-polished finish strikes a balance between shiny and matte finishes where parts of the tile surface are polished to a light sheen while other areas remain matte or textured. This results in a unique, dual-texture effect that combines the best qualities of both finishes. This unique finish can create a dynamic play of light and shadow, adding depth and visual interest. Easier to maintain than glossy tiles, the semi-polished surface is still smooth enough for easy cleaning, and it retains much of the durability and traction of unpolished tiles allowing for broader application suitability. Honed and semi-polished tiles are an excellent choice for achieving a refined look that blends practicality with a touch of elegance, making them a popular option for interior walls and floors in both residential and commercial spaces.
Honed or Semi-Polished Finish Available In:
- Civilization™
- Moonstruck™
- Notorious™
- Shades 2.0™
Leather
Like honed and semi-polished tiles, Crossville’s leathered finish is achieved through a specialized mechanical process that abrades the tile’s surface, creating a subtly undulating texture with a muted sheen. The unique, soft, and slightly tactile appearance resembles the feel of natural leather offering a natural, organic surface that adds depth and character. The leathered tile finish is perfect for those seeking a refined yet understated look with a touch of natural sophistication. Balancing both style and function beautifully, it’s a great choice for interior walls and floors in both residential and commercial spaces.
Leather Finish Available In:
- Owen Stone™
Patterned
Another way that Crossville strikes a balance between shiny and matte finishes is with our patterned finish. Like our Honed or Semi-Polished finishes, parts of the tile surface are polished to a light sheen while other areas remain matte or textured, revealing often intricate, decorative patterns and designs that offer endless versatility. In addition to creating visual interest, textured patterns add a tactile dimension for an engaging sensory experience. Used for accent walls to add drama and character, patterned tiles can be used on interior and exterior walls and interior floors in commercial and residential spaces.
Patterned Finish Available In:
- Retro Active 2.0™
- Shades 2.0™
Pearlescent
Crossville pearlescent finish tile features a luminous, shimmering surface that mimics the soft, iridescent sheen of pearls, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication to any space. The finish creates a unique visual effect that changes slightly depending on the angle of the light, with subtle reflections that give the tile a glowing, almost ethereal quality. This makes our pearlescent finish an excellent choice for creating focal points, accent walls, or enhancing the ambiance of both residential and commercial spaces.
Pearlescent Finish Available In:
- Hide and Sleek™