Shaw Basanite Legacy Porcelain Tile 16x16 – 503TS

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Shaw Basanite Legacy 16x16 Travertine-Look Porcelain Tile

Shaw Basanite Legacy 503TS is a 16" x 16" (actual 15.75" square) glazed porcelain floor tile with a matte travertine and limestone look, made in Italy. This is the standard-surface square of the family: big enough to keep a kitchen or hallway floor calm, yet square, so it can be set in a straight grid or on a diagonal without the offset limits that come with long rectangles. Random (V4) shade variation means every piece carries its own mix of tones, which is what makes a stone look read as real rather than printed. A slip-resistant twin in this size is sold separately for wet outdoor areas.

Best for: Kitchen floors, open-plan living areas, foyers, mudrooms, and frost-prone patios that call for a classic square stone layout.

Colors

• Ivory 00100: a pale, creamy travertine tone that keeps north-facing rooms bright.
• Grey 00500: a cool limestone gray that settles in easily beside white or black plumbing fixtures.
• Walnut 00600: a warm brown stone shade that gives a floor the weight of an old-world villa.

Why Choose Basanite Legacy 16x16

• Square 15.75" format that works straight-lay, on a diagonal, or combined with the 8x8 and 16x24 in a multi-size pattern
• Break strength rated at 500 lbf or more for heavy furniture and daily traffic
• Substantial 0.394" (about 3/8") glazed porcelain body
• Water absorption of 0.50% or less, so spills and mop water stay on the surface
• Listed wet DCOF of 0.42 or more, suited to kitchen and entry floors that get wet
• Frost resistant, so the floor can continue out to a patio or porch

Where to Install

Rated for floors and walls. Use it through kitchens, baths, entries, and family rooms, and because it is frost resistant it can continue onto patios, porches, and pool surrounds in cold climates when set over a sound exterior substrate. For outdoor areas that stay wet most of the time, the slip-resistant version of this square is the better pick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Basanite Legacy real travertine? No. Shaw Basanite Legacy 503TS is glazed porcelain made to look like travertine and limestone, so you get the stone look without the open holes to fill or the sealing schedule that natural travertine needs.

What grout color works with Basanite Legacy Ivory? For Shaw Basanite Legacy 16x16 in Ivory, a warm off-white or light beige grout blends into the stone look, while a mid-gray grout outlines each square and makes the grid more visible.

How many boxes of Basanite Legacy 16x16 do I need? Each box of Shaw Basanite Legacy 503TS covers 13.78 sq ft, so divide your area by 13.78 and add 10 to 15% for cuts and breakage. Our 250 sq ft minimum order works out to about 20 or 21 boxes once overage is included.

Should I choose the regular or slip-resistant Basanite Legacy 16x16? Shaw Basanite Legacy 503TS is the standard matte surface many buyers choose for kitchens and living areas. The slip-resistant 16x16 (508TS) comes in the same size and colors with a slip-resistant surface, a better fit for pool decks, exterior steps, and other areas that stay wet.

Can Basanite Legacy 16x16 be laid on a diagonal? Yes. Because Shaw Basanite Legacy 503TS is a true square, it can be set at 45 degrees to make a small room feel wider; plan on extra cutting waste, closer to 15%.

Product Specs

• Style: Basanite Legacy 16x16 #503TS
• Brand: Shaw Floors
• Look: Travertine / limestone look with natural variation
• Material: Glazed Porcelain
• Size: 15.75" x 15.75" (nominal 16" x 16")
• Thickness: 0.394"
• Finish: Matte
• Shade Variation: Random (V4)
• Water Absorption: ≤ 0.50% (impervious)
• Wet DCOF: ≥ 0.42
• Break Strength: ≥ 500 lbf
• Frost Resistant: Yes
• Use: Floors and walls, interior and exterior
• Sq. Ft. Per Box: 13.78
• Minimum Order: 250 sq. ft.
• Made In: Italy
• Complete Specs: View spec sheet
• Warranty: View Shaw tile warranty

Design Pairing Guide

Ivory sits well with cream or sage cabinets, aged brass hardware, and a warm beige grout. Grey works with white quartz counters, brushed nickel, and soft blue-gray walls, set with a pewter grout. Walnut suits dark-stained wood, oil-rubbed bronze, terracotta accents, and a medium brown grout.

See all Shaw porcelain tile, or compare the larger Basanite Legacy 16x24 and the small Basanite Legacy 8x8.