Shaw Tempest Slip-Resistant Porcelain Tile 16x16 – 679TS

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Shaw Tempest Slip-Resistant 16x16 Terracotta & Concrete-Look Porcelain Tile

Shaw Tempest Slip-Resistant 16x16 (style 679TS) is a 15.75" x 15.75" glazed porcelain tile with a clay-and-concrete look, made as the slip-resistant edition of the Tempest square. It shares its color names and dimensions with the standard 675TS, so a patio laid in 679TS can meet an interior floor of the regular tile in the same color and module. That pairing is the point of this version: grip-focused tile where the ground gets wet, matching tile where it does not. The body absorbs 0.50% water or less, it is frost resistant, and high (V3) shade variation gives each square its own clay-like tone.

Best for: Pool decks, open patios, exterior steps and landings, mudroom entries, laundry rooms and three-season porches.

Colors

• Taupe 00200: a muted brown-gray that blends with natural flagstone, gravel paths and cedar fencing.
• Concrete 00500: light gray with an understated cement character that looks crisp beside a pool.
• Clay 00600: pale terracotta with a peachy cast, the closest match to traditional garden pavers.
• Rust 00800: a saturated red-brown clay tone that echoes brick walls and Spanish tile roofs.
• Charcoal 00900: a deep charcoal gray that hides leaves, soil and foot traffic between cleanings.

Why Choose Tempest Slip-Resistant 16x16

• Slip-resistant edition of Tempest for exposed, wet-prone areas
• Frost resistant for patios and steps in freezing climates
• Wet DCOF of 0.42 or higher on Shaw spec data
• Impervious porcelain body (0.50% or less water absorption) that will not soak up rain or pool water
• 15.75" square module lines up with the standard Tempest 16x16 for indoor-outdoor transitions
• Made in Italy; 13.78 sq ft per box

Where to Install

Use Tempest Slip-Resistant 16x16 on floors and walls, inside or out. Its natural territory is the outdoor floor: open patios, pool surrounds, front landings and porch steps in cold climates, installed over a properly sloped, prepared exterior base. Indoors, it is a sensible pick for mudrooms, laundry rooms and any entry where rain and snow get tracked in.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tempest Slip-Resistant 16x16 good for a pool deck? Yes. Tempest Slip-Resistant 16x16 is the slip-resistant, frost-resistant version of the Tempest square, which makes it a strong candidate for pool surrounds; install it with proper slope so water drains away rather than pooling.

Does Tempest Slip-Resistant porcelain need to be sealed outdoors? The Tempest Slip-Resistant 16x16 tile itself needs no sealer because the porcelain absorbs 0.50% water or less. Seal the cement grout instead, especially on exterior installations exposed to rain and freeze-thaw cycles.

How does 679TS compare with the regular Tempest 16x16? The standard Tempest 16x16 (675TS) has the same 15.75" size and five colors; choose the slip-resistant 679TS for exposed wet areas and the standard tile for interior rooms.

Which Tempest Slip-Resistant color hides dirt best outside? On an exterior floor, Tempest Slip-Resistant 16x16 in Charcoal or Taupe disguises soil, pollen and leaf stains best, while Concrete and Clay show debris more readily but keep a patio looking lighter.

How much Tempest Slip-Resistant 16x16 should I order for a patio? Measure the patio, add 10-15% for cuts and future repairs, and divide by 13.78 sq ft per box of Tempest Slip-Resistant 16x16; orders start at 250 sq. ft.

Product Specs

• Style: Tempest Slip-Resistant 16x16 #679TS
• Brand: Shaw Floors
• Look: Terracotta and concrete look (clay), slip-resistant
• Material: Glazed Porcelain
• Size: 15.75" x 15.75" (nominal 16" 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: 13.78
• Minimum Order: 250 sq. ft.
• Made In: Italy
• Complete Specs: View spec sheet
• Warranty: View Shaw tile warranty

Design Pairing Guide

Outdoors, Taupe pairs with teak furniture, olive trees in clay planters and bronze lanterns. Concrete suits white stucco, black aluminum railings and blue pool water. Clay looks at home beside rosemary, lavender and whitewashed brick. Rust works with cream siding, wrought-iron chairs and a buff grout. Charcoal sets off light cedar decking, galvanized planters and a charcoal grout that will not show grime.

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