Philadelphia Commercial Rhythm Carpet Tile 12x48" – 54876

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Philadelphia Commercial Rhythm 12x48 Linear Plank Commercial Carpet Tile

Philadelphia Commercial Rhythm (style #54876) is a 12x48 plank commercial carpet tile whose linear, movement-driven pattern is tufted in recycled-content Eco Solution Q® nylon; it has a performance backing and is US-made. The long, narrow plank reads almost like wood flooring in layout, and it shares a 15-color palette with the Harmony and Medley styles so the three can be combined. Rhythm's colors are named for musical terms and range from caramel and copper to olive, deep teal, slate and a muted brick red, wider than many neutral-only carpet tile lines.

Best for: Long corridors, learning spaces, university buildings, open offices, libraries and hospitality hallways where a directional plank emphasizes movement.

Colors

• Unity 00100: warm taupe with a rosy hint, the lightest in the set.
• Cadence 00200: golden caramel tan with plenty of warmth.
• Emphasis 00300: olive green with an earthy, khaki depth.
• Tempo 00305: deep teal-green, a confident accent.
• Euphony 00400: cool slate with a blue-violet lean.
• Chime 00500: soft brown-gray for everyday fields.
• Diapason 00501: mid-tone warm taupe that pairs well with Chime.
• Aria 00507: deep stone gray with a hint of brown.
• Overtone 00510: near-black charcoal for high-traffic paths.
• Articulation 00600: copper and burnt-orange warmth.
• Tonality 00700: bronze brown, rich but not loud.
• Accord 00705: cocoa-brown neutral.
• Lyric 00710: dark coffee brown.
• Pulse 00801: muted brick red for wayfinding stripes.
• Intonation 00900: dark charcoal with a faint plum note.

With true accent colors like Tempo, Articulation and Pulse alongside neutrals like Chime and Overtone, Rhythm can carry wayfinding without a second product. Order free samples of your main and accent colors together.

Why Choose Rhythm 12x48

• 12x48 plank format for long, directional floors
• Coordinates with Harmony and Medley in a shared 15-color palette
• Recycled-content Eco Solution Q® nylon on a performance backing
• Six approved layouts, including Herringbone and Offset
• Made in the USA
• Accent colors such as teal, copper and brick red alongside neutrals

Installation Methods

Rhythm is approved for six layouts: Monolithic, Ashlar, Brick, Offset, Stagger and Herringbone. On a 12x48 plank, Monolithic and the offset methods (Ashlar, Brick, Offset, Stagger) produce long parallel lines that pull the eye down a hallway, much like a plank floor. Herringbone turns the planks into a zigzag that is especially striking at this long, narrow proportion, best kept to lobbies or feature zones. Refer to the spec sheet for installation details.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size is Rhythm carpet tile? Rhythm is a 12 x 48 inch plank-format carpet tile from Philadelphia Commercial, a longer and narrower format than standard 24x24 or 18x36 tiles.

Does Rhythm coordinate with Harmony and Medley? Yes. Rhythm shares its 15-color palette with Harmony and Medley, so the three Philadelphia Commercial plank styles can be mixed for zoning and transitions.

Is Rhythm carpet tile made with recycled content? The fiber in Rhythm is recycled-content Eco Solution Q nylon, according to the product information, and the tile is made in the USA on a performance backing. See the spec sheet for exact percentages.

Why use a 12x48 carpet plank in a corridor? A 12x48 plank like Rhythm creates long lines that reinforce the direction of travel in a corridor, and its modular format means a worn or stained plank can be swapped out instead of replacing a whole run.

Can Rhythm be installed in herringbone? Yes. Herringbone is one of six methods the manufacturer approves for Rhythm, along with Monolithic, Ashlar, Brick, Offset and Stagger.

Product Specs

• Style: Rhythm #54876
• Brand: Philadelphia Commercial (Shaw Industries)
• Type: Carpet Tile (plank)
• Size: 12" x 48"
• Look: Linear pattern
• Fiber: 100% Eco Solution Q® Nylon (recycled content)
• Backing: Performance backing
• Colors: 15
• Installation Methods: Ashlar, Brick, Herringbone, Monolithic, Offset, Stagger
• Made In: USA
• Recycled Content: Yes, in the Eco Solution Q fiber
• Minimum Order: 250 sq. ft.
• Complete Specs: View spec sheet
• Warranty: View warranty

Specifier Tips

In schools, run Rhythm in Chime or Aria lengthwise down corridors and use a single row of Tempo or Pulse planks to mark classroom thresholds or a wayfinding line. Switch to Harmony or Medley in the same color inside classrooms or offices. Plan for directional lighting: long planks laid parallel to windows show fewer seams than planks laid across the light.

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