Product Information
Traffic Type: Residential, Light Commercial, Commercial
Overall Thickness: 9.5 mm
Finish: Unpolished (UPS), Exterior (EXT)
Manufacturing Location: USA
| Field Tile: | (Rectified) 12″ x 24″, 24″ x 48″ |
| Mosaics | 2″ x 4″ Stacked, 11″ x 11″ Barrel |
| Coordinating Trim | 4″ x 24″ Single Bullnose, 6″ x 12″ Cove Base |
Warranty
Lifetime Residential Limited Warranty
1 Year Commercial Limited Warranty
Product Features
English Isle™: Where Innovation Meets Authenticity
Aesthetically versatile, English Isle™ brings a harmonious balance of form and function to both residential and commercial interiors. Its soft, organic texture and neutral color palette create a serene atmosphere, making it ideal for spa-like bathrooms, sophisticated kitchens, elegant lobbies, and refined hospitality spaces.
- English Isle™ blends timeless stone aesthetics with modern performance. Its soft texture, calming neutrals, and subtle veining evoke the refined character of Portland stone—an iconic Jurassic limestone from the Isle of Portland, UK.
- With Robbins’ innovative Visual Touch Technology™ glazing, English Isle™ offers a uniquely tactile surface that bridges beauty and touch.
- Available in three neutral colors, two field tile sizes (12×24 and 24×48), and two finishes—UPS for interiors and EXT for seamless indoor-outdoor transitions—this collection is designed for versatility. Coordinating trim and two mosaics, including a new barrel mosaic, complete the offering.
- English Isle™ elevates interiors with understated elegance and enduring style—a perfect blend of heritage, innovation, and modern livability.
Testing
| Feature | Performance | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Water Absorption | < 0.50 | ASTM C373 |
| Breaking Strength | > 450 lbf | ASTM C648 |
| Bond Strength | > 200 psi | ASTM C482 |
| Facial Dimension | ± 0.10% | ASTM C499 |
| Range of Thickness (in) | 0.025 | ASTM C499 |
| Warpage – Diagonal | ± .20% | ASTM C485 |
| Wedging | — | ASTM C502 |
| Frost (Freeze/Thaw Resistance) | Resistant | ASTM C1026 |
| Chemical Resistance | Unaffected | — |
| Stain Resistance | Unaffected | — |
| Scratch Hardness | 7 | Mohs Scale |
| Deep Abrasion | N/A | ASTM C1243 |
| Crazing Resistance | Resistant | ASTM C424 |
| Thermal Shock Resistance | Resistant | ASTM C484 |
| Visible Abrasion Resistance | — | ASTM C1027 |
| Wet Dynamic Coefficient of Friction Range | ||
|---|---|---|
| UPS | 0.42 – 0.52 | ANSI A326.3 |
| EXT | 0.60 – 0.70 | ANSI A326.3 |
Shade & Texture Index
English Isle has a shade variation of V3. Expect that the amount of color and texture on each piece may vary significantly.
Inspect the product upon delivery and for best results, blend tile from several cartons during installation.
Application Areas
| Finish | Interior Floors (dry) | Interior Walls (wet/dry) | Exterior Walls | Interior Floors (Standing water/ shower floors) | Exterior/Paving | Pool/Fountain Full Lining** | Water Line Pool/ Fountains |
| UPS | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Mosaics Only* | N/A | ✓ | ✓ |
| EXT | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | N/A | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
** Excludes mesh mounted mosaics. Robbins recommends face mounted or edge mounted mosaics for fully submerged applications. Contact your Robbins sales representative for more information.
NOTE: Trim applications will differ from field tile applications for the same series
Recommended Use
English Isle™ is recommended for interior floors dry, interior walls, countertops, exterior walls, pool waterlines and full linings† in both residential and commercial applications. English Isle is not recommended for exterior horizontal surfaces or exterior paving. See Robbins.com for detailed installation instructions.
† Excludes mesh mounted mosaics.
Wet area use for Mosaics
Robbins® produces the English Isle 2×4 Stacked Mosaic and Barrel Mosaics with the UPS finish. The ANSI A326.3 wet Dynamic COF of English Isle is ≥0.42. Their small sizes ensure frequent grout joints which provides traction and drainage. Robbins cannot control situations involving incorrect installation, improper slope to the drain for elimination of standing water and poor surface cleaning.
This information is provided so that customers may make a realistic and informed decision when comparing English Isle to other tile products in wet area environment, such as residential/ commercial bathrooms, showers, and interior pool decks.
Sustainability
Green Squared certified
Health Product Declaration (HPD) – Porcelain Stone Tile
Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) – Porcelain Stone Tile
Declare Labels for Porcelain Stone Tile
Installation
Installation Guidelines – Porcelain Tile
Care and Maintenance
Cleaning & Maintenance For Porcelain Stone Tile Products
- Use clean, hot water (combined with a household cleaner for more aggressive cleaning).
- Rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth.
- No waxes are needed.
Product Data Table
| CARTON PROPERTIES | Field Tile 12 x 24 Items | Field Tile 24 x 48 Items | Mosaic 2 x 4 Stacked Items | Mosaic 11 x 11 Barrel Items | Trim 6 x 12 Cove Base Items | Trim 4 x 24 Single Bullnose Items |
| Pieces Per Carton | 8 | 4 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 9 |
| Area Per Piece | 1.94 sq ft (0.18 sq m) | 7.75 sq ft (0.72 sq m) | 0.97 sq ft (0.09 sq m) | 0.82 sq ft (0.08 sq m) | N/A | N/A |
| Coverage Per Carton | 15.52 sq ft (1.44 sq m) | 15.5 sq ft (1.44 sq m) | 7.76 sq ft (0.72 sq m) | 8.2 sq ft (7.62 sq m) | N/A | N/A |
| Carton Weight | 69.9 lbs (31.7 kg) | 69.8 lbs (31.7 kg) | 36 lbs (16.3 kg) | N/A | 25.8 lbs (11.7 kg) | 27 lbs (12.3 kg) |
| PALLET PROPERTIES | Field Tile 12 x 24 Items | Field Tile 24 x 48 Items | Mosaic 2 x 4 Stacked Items | Mosaic 11 x 11 Barrel Items | Trim 6 x 12 Cove Base Items | Trim 4 x 24 Single Bullnose Items |
| Cartons Per Pallet | 24 | 30 | 54 | N/A | 72 | 60 |
| Coverage Per Pallet | 372.48 sq ft (34.61 sq m) | 465.6 sq ft (43.26 sq m) | 419.04 sq ft (38.93 sq m) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| PIECE PROPERTIES | Nominal Size (in) | Actual Size (mm) | Thickness (mm) | Grout Joint (mm) | Finish |
| Field Tile – Rectified | 12 x 24 | 297 x 597 | 9.5 | 3.0 | UPS/EXT |
| Field Tile – Rectified | 24 x 48 | 597 x 1197 | 10.5 | 3.0 | UPS |
| Mosaic | 2 x 4 Stacked* | 296.9 x 296.9 | 9.5 | 2.5 | UPS |
| Mosaic | 11 x 11 Barrel** | 268 x 270 | 9.5 | 2.5 | UPS |
| Trim | 4 x 24 Single Bullnose | 97 x 597 | 9.5 | 3.0 | UPS |
| Trim | 6 x 12 Cove Base | 150 x 297 | 9.5 | 3.0 | UPS |
**Mounted on 11 x 11 sheet (coverage area 0.82sf)
| Format | Description | Rift Model Number | Overlook Model Number | Reflection Model Number |
| Field Tile | Exterior Textured 12 x 24 | PD12400 | PD12403 | PD12406 |
| Field Tile | Unpolished 12 x 24 | PD12401 | PD12404 | PD12407 |
| Field Tile | Unpolished 24 x 48 | PD24402 | PD24405 | PD24408 |
| Mosaic | 2 x 4 Stacked | PDC01.10204UMOS | PDC02.10204UMOS | PDC03.10204UMOS |
| Mosaic | 11 x 11 Barrel | PDC01.1BARRUMOS | PDC02.1BARRUMOS | PDC03.1BARRUMOS |
| Trim | 4 x 24 Single Bullnose | PDC01.10424BNS | PDC02.10424BNS | PDC03.10424BNS |
| Trim | 6 x 12 Cove Base | PDC01.10612CBS | PDC02.10612CBS | PDC03.10612CBS |