Philadelphia Commercial Material Effects Carpet Tile 24x24" – 54781

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Philadelphia Commercial Material Effects 24x24 Weathered-Surface Commercial Carpet Tile

Material Effects, style #54781 by Philadelphia Commercial, is a weathered-look commercial carpet tile in 24" x 24" squares that draws on aged surfaces such as patina and oxidized metal for a layered, organic look underfoot. Rather than a crisp geometric pattern, it gives the floor the quiet variation of stone, concrete or metal that has softened over time. Philadelphia Commercial makes Material Effects in the USA, using Eco Solution Q nylon for the full fiber content, and it can be laid five ways, including quarter turn and random. Its nine colors are noticeably light, sitting mostly in pale stone, sand and mid gray.

Best for: Modern offices with exposed concrete or steel, architecture and engineering firms, galleries, adaptive-reuse buildings, schools and public spaces.

Colors

• Crystallized 00102: pale stone gray, the lightest and airiest shade.
• Erosion 00106: sandy khaki-gray like wind-worn rock.
• Distressed 00206: light warm beige with a weathered softness.
• Weathered 00500: light gray that reads like aged concrete.
• Mineralize 00502: mid gray with a faint olive mineral tone.
• Oxidized 00504: a neutral mid gray, cool and steady.
• Tarnished 00700: warm gray-brown, like dulled silver.
• Patina 00702: olive-taupe with an aged-bronze feel.
• Rust 00704: khaki-brown, warmer than its neighbors but still muted.

With no true darks, Material Effects suits brighter interiors; pair it with a darker tile at entries if soil is a concern. Request free Material Effects samples.

Why Choose Material Effects 24x24

• Weathered-surface look inspired by patina and oxidized metal
• Nine light and mid-tone colors for bright, modern interiors
• Five layout options, including quarter turn and random
• Fiber content: Eco Solution Q® nylon
• USA-made by Philadelphia Commercial
• Installation and care guides published by the manufacturer

Installation Methods

Material Effects is approved for quarter turn, random, monolithic, ashlar and brick. Random and quarter turn suit the organic, weathered pattern best, since varied tile direction mimics the irregularity of a real aged surface; monolithic gives a more even, broadloom-style field; ashlar and brick add a subtle offset grid like stone pavers. Use the Material Effects installation guide when planning.

Frequently Asked Questions

What surfaces inspired Material Effects carpet tile? Philadelphia Commercial Material Effects draws on aged, weathered surfaces such as patina and oxidized metal, giving a 24x24 carpet tile a layered, organic look.

Is Material Effects a light-colored carpet tile? Mostly, yes. Material Effects colors range from pale Crystallized and Distressed to mid-tone grays like Oxidized and Tarnished, with no near-black option.

Does Material Effects work with industrial or concrete interiors? Yes. The weathered, stone-and-metal look of Material Effects complements exposed concrete, steel and brick, making it a good fit for adaptive-reuse offices and studios.

Which installation methods suit Material Effects? Material Effects can be laid quarter turn, random, monolithic, ashlar or brick; quarter turn and random enhance its organic, weathered character.

Where is Material Effects manufactured? Material Effects is manufactured in the United States for Philadelphia Commercial, and its fiber is 100% Eco Solution Q nylon.

Product Specs

• Style: Material Effects #54781
• Brand: Philadelphia Commercial (Shaw Industries)
• Type: Carpet Tile
• Size: 24" x 24"
• Look: Weathered, patina-inspired surface
• Fiber: 100% Eco Solution Q® Nylon
• Colors: 9
• Installation Methods: Ashlar, Brick, Monolithic, Quarter Turn, Random
• Made In: USA
• Minimum Order: 250 sq. ft.
• Installation: View installation guide
• Care & Maintenance: View care guide
• Complete Specs: View spec sheet
• Warranty: View warranty

Specifier Tips

Material Effects looks its best next to real materials: lay Weathered or Oxidized random beside polished concrete, and use Patina or Rust in meeting rooms with wood or bronze accents. Because the palette has no true darks, add walk-off matting or a darker tile at building entries.

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