Philadelphia Commercial Pylon Loose Lay Vinyl Tile 18x36" – 5M506

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Philadelphia Commercial Pylon LL 18x36 Architectural Stone Loose Lay Luxury Vinyl Tile

Philadelphia Commercial Pylon LL (style #5M506) is an 18" x 36" loose lay luxury vinyl tile inspired by the stone of landmark and monumental buildings, with marble, soapstone and slate visuals from bright white to earthy beige and deeply veined charcoal. It is a heavy commercial luxury vinyl tile with an ExoGuard® finish. Pylon LL stands out among loose lay tiles because it is approved for three installation methods, direct glue, perimeter glue or loose lay, so a design team can use one stone visual across lobbies, corridors and back-of-house rooms and simply change how it is installed.

Best for: Healthcare lobbies and corridors, civic buildings, hotel public spaces, department store aisles and higher-education entrances.

Colors

• Charcoal Sopstn 00938: deep charcoal with dark veining, a dramatic anchor for borders and feature areas.
• Carrara White 01172: a bright, slightly cool white in the tradition of classic Italian marble.
• Beige Slate 01173: earthy beige with a natural cleft-stone feeling.
• Ivory Soapstone 01174: soft cream-white with a hint of warmth.
• Gray Slate 05214: a medium stone gray carrying a subtle rose undertone.
• Light Gry Spstn 05215: pale silvery soapstone that bridges the whites and the mid-gray.

The palette moves from two whites through two light-to-mid grays to beige and charcoal accents. Order free samples of Pylon LL to check the veining under your lighting.

Why Choose Pylon LL 18x36

• Approved for direct glue, perimeter glue or loose lay installation
• Monumental stone look in marble, soapstone and slate visuals
• Large 18" x 36" format for a grand, slab-like layout
• ExoGuard® finish on a heavy commercial luxury vinyl tile
• Same color names as the Pylon glue-down and SPC tiles

Installation Methods

Pylon LL gives installers three approved options. Direct glue bonds the entire tile to the subfloor and is the steadiest choice under hospital beds, carts and pallet jacks. Perimeter glue fixes the tiles only around room edges, thresholds and transitions, holding the field in place while keeping the center serviceable. Loose lay uses no full adhesive at all, which is useful over access flooring or where a quick weekend install is needed. Whatever the method, subfloor preparation and moisture testing should be done to the standards in the Pylon LL spec sheet.

Frequently Asked Questions

What installation methods are approved for Pylon LL? Philadelphia Commercial Pylon LL can be installed direct glue, perimeter glue or loose lay, so it can be fully bonded in heavy-load areas and left loose where quick access is needed.

Is Pylon LL good for hospitals and clinics? Pylon LL's stone look and ExoGuard® finish suit healthcare lobbies and corridors, and its direct glue approval makes it suitable where beds and equipment roll every day.

Are there other Pylon formats? Yes. Pylon Glue Down and Pylon SPC come in a 12x24 size with the same six color names as Pylon LL.

Which Pylon LL color looks most like Carrara marble? Carrara White is the Pylon LL color modeled on classic white marble; Ivory Soapstone is the warmer, creamier alternative.

Product Specs

• Style: Pylon LL #5M506
• Brand: Philadelphia Commercial (Shaw Industries)
• Type: Luxury Vinyl Tile (Loose Lay)
• Tile Size: 18" x 36"
• Look: Marble, soapstone and slate
• Construction: Heavy Commercial Luxury Vinyl Tile
• Finish: ExoGuard®
• Colors: 6
• Installation Methods: Direct Glue, Perimeter Glue, Loose Lay
• Minimum Order: 250 sq. ft.
• Complete Specs: View spec sheet
• Warranty: View warranty

Specifier Tips

In a hospital, direct glue Pylon LL in patient corridors and use perimeter glue or loose lay in administrative offices, keeping one color such as Light Gry Spstn throughout for a seamless look. Use Gray Slate at nurse stations and elevator banks to hide scuffs, and reserve Carrara White for entrances with strong daylight. Mix tiles from several cartons during layout so the veining looks natural.

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