Shaw Basanite Legacy Porcelain Tile 8x16 – 512TS

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Shaw Basanite Legacy 8x16 Limestone-Look Porcelain Tile

Shaw's Basanite Legacy 8x16, style 512TS, is a glazed porcelain tile measuring 7.87" x 15.75" with a matte limestone-and-travertine look, produced in Italy. The 2:1 rectangle is the most pattern-friendly size in the family. It can go down in herringbone, running bond, or a vertical stack, and on walls it reads like oversized stone brick. It is also small enough for a modest bathroom floor without looking crowded, and it pairs with the 16x16 or 16x24 when you want a field and a border from the same stone visual.

Best for: Herringbone floors, kitchen backsplashes, accent walls, bathroom floors and walls, and entry halls.

Colors

• Ivory 00100: a pale cream stone that shows off a herringbone pattern without overwhelming it.
• Grey 00500: a cool gray limestone look that sits well beside stainless appliances in a backsplash.
• Walnut 00600: a warm brown that gives a mudroom or entry the feel of an old stone hall.

Why Choose Basanite Legacy 8x16

• 2:1 rectangle for herringbone, running bond, or stacked layouts
• Brick-like scale for backsplashes and accent walls
• Glazed porcelain body absorbing 0.50% water or less
• Break strength of at least 500 lbf
• Wet DCOF of 0.42 or more for kitchen and bath floors
• Frost resistant for outdoor use

Where to Install

Use the 512TS on floors and walls throughout the home, and outdoors thanks to its frost resistance. It suits kitchens (floor and backsplash), bathrooms, entries, and patios; for exterior areas that stay wet, choose the slip-resistant 8x16 instead.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Basanite Legacy 8x16 be installed in herringbone? Yes. Shaw Basanite Legacy 8x16 has a true 2:1 shape (7.87" x 15.75"), which is what a herringbone layout needs; plan on 15% overage for the extra cuts at the edges.

Is Basanite Legacy 8x16 good for a backsplash? Yes. Shaw Basanite Legacy 512TS is approved for walls, and the 8x16 size gives a kitchen backsplash a stone-brick look that wipes clean of cooking splatter.

What is the difference between Basanite Legacy 512TS and 513TS? Both are 8x16 Shaw Basanite Legacy tiles in the same three colors. The 512TS has the regular matte surface, and the 513TS is the slip-resistant version for wet outdoor or entry floors.

What color grout goes with Basanite Legacy Grey? With Shaw Basanite Legacy Grey 00500 in 8x16, a matching mid-gray grout lets a herringbone pattern read through the tile, while a white grout makes each brick shape stand out.

How many boxes of Basanite Legacy 8x16 do I need for 250 sq ft? A box of Shaw Basanite Legacy 8x16 covers 11.19 sq ft, so a 250 sq ft floor (our minimum order) with 10% overage needs about 25 boxes.

Product Specs

• Style: Basanite Legacy 8x16 #512TS
• Brand: Shaw Floors
• Look: Travertine / limestone look with natural variation
• Material: Glazed Porcelain
• Size: 7.87" x 15.75" (nominal 8" 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: 11.19
• Minimum Order: 250 sq. ft.
• Made In: Italy
• Complete Specs: View spec sheet
• Warranty: View Shaw tile warranty

Design Pairing Guide

Ivory herringbone pairs with natural oak, rattan, and aged brass, with a cream grout. Grey suits white cabinets, stainless steel, and black hardware, set with a mid-gray grout. Walnut works with forest-green or deep blue cabinets, copper, and a dark brown grout for a traditional kitchen.

Compare the Basanite Legacy 16x24 and 8x8, or browse all porcelain tile.