Shaw Tempest Porcelain Tile 8x16 – 674TS

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Shaw Tempest 8x16 Terracotta & Concrete-Look Porcelain Tile

Shaw Tempest 8x16 (style 674TS) is a 15.75" x 7.87" glazed porcelain tile that pairs a clay-and-concrete look with a classic 2:1 rectangle. That proportion is what sets it apart from the Tempest squares: it can go down in herringbone, basketweave, a brick-style running bond or a vertical stack, giving terracotta-toned floors and walls a crafted pattern. High (V3) shade variation adds the color shifts you expect from kiln-fired pavers, while the porcelain body stays impervious to water. Like every Tempest size, it is frost resistant and made in Italy.

Best for: Mudrooms, laundry rooms, herringbone kitchen floors, backsplashes, shower walls and courtyard paths.

Colors

• Taupe 00200: a mellow taupe that makes herringbone read as subtle texture rather than contrast.
• Concrete 00500: soft, light gray that turns a running bond into a clean, Scandinavian-style floor.
• Clay 00600: pale clay with peach undertones, a natural fit for a rustic basketweave.
• Rust 00800: deep brick-red clay that looks like reclaimed pavers when set in a running bond.
• Charcoal 00900: dark charcoal that gives vertical-stack walls and modern herringbone a graphic edge.

Why Choose Tempest 8x16

• 2:1 rectangle (15.75" x 7.87") for herringbone, basketweave and brick patterns
• High (V3) shade variation for the irregular look of handmade clay
• Glazed porcelain with 0.50% or less water absorption
• Wet DCOF of 0.42 or higher
• Frost resistant for indoor and outdoor use
• 11.19 sq ft per box

Where to Install

Tempest 8x16 is a floor tile, so it is suited to floors and walls alike. Use it for herringbone kitchen floors, mudroom and laundry floors, backsplashes and shower walls. With its frost rating, it can also pave covered porches and courtyards in cold regions; for a patio or step that stays wet, look at the slip-resistant 8x16.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Tempest 8x16 be installed in herringbone? Yes. Tempest 8x16 has an exact 2:1 ratio (15.75" x 7.87"), the shape herringbone and basketweave layouts depend on. Expect more edge cuts and plan for roughly 15% overage.

Is a 50% offset OK with Tempest 8x16? Yes. The long side of Tempest 8x16 is under 18", so a traditional half-offset brick bond is generally acceptable; the 33% maximum offset guideline mainly applies to tiles longer than 18".

What grout color works with Tempest Clay? For Tempest 8x16 in Clay, a warm off-white grout outlines a herringbone pattern, while a tan or peach-toned grout blends the joints for a softer, old-world floor.

What is the difference between Tempest 8x16 and Tempest Slip-Resistant 8x16? Both measure 15.75" x 7.87" in the same five colors. The Tempest Slip-Resistant 8x16 (678TS) is the slip-resistant edition for exposed wet areas, while Tempest 8x16 (674TS) is the everyday choice for interior floors and walls.

Is Tempest 8x16 porcelain or ceramic? Shaw Tempest 8x16 is glazed porcelain with 0.50% or less water absorption, which classifies it as impervious and suitable for wet rooms and frost-prone porches.

Product Specs

• Style: Tempest 8x16 #674TS
• Brand: Shaw Floors
• Look: Terracotta and concrete look (clay)
• Material: Glazed Porcelain
• Size: 15.75" x 7.87" (nominal 8" x 16")
• Thickness: 0.394"
• Finish: Smooth
• Shade Variation: High (V3)
• Water Absorption: ≤ 0.50% (impervious)
• Wet DCOF: ≥ 0.42
• 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

Lay Taupe herringbone with cream shaker cabinets, aged brass pulls and greige walls. Concrete in a running bond suits light birch, chrome and soft white paint with a pale gray grout. Clay basketweave goes well with plaster-white walls, wicker baskets and antique bronze. Rust brick bond echoes farmhouse sinks, butcher-block counters and black iron hooks. Charcoal stacked vertically looks sharp beside white walls, walnut shelving and matte black taps.

Browse more porcelain tile, or step up to the Tempest 16x16 for a larger square.