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Daltile Astronomy Tile
$87.36
Unit price $8.54 per ft2Astronomy is a colorbody porcelain floor tile with built-in StepWise slip-resistant technology, styled after the subtle depth of natural stone. Orion, Solstice, and Nebula deliver contemporary large-format neutrals for kitchens, baths, and living spaces — with confident footing underfoot.
Features
- Colorbody porcelain — stone-look visuals with color running through the tile body.
- StepWise™ slip resistance — engineered traction with DCOF ≥ 0.42 for wet interior floors.
- Three modern neutrals — Orion, Solstice, and Nebula suit any contemporary palette.
- Large-format sizes — 6″×24″ planks and 12″×24″ rectangles for fewer grout lines.
- Impervious & low maintenance — under 0.5% water absorption; never needs sealing.
- Made in the USA — produced domestically to Daltile's quality standards.
Specifications
| Material | Colorbody porcelain (stone look) with StepWise slip-resistant technology |
|---|---|
| Colors | Orion, Solstice, Nebula |
| Finishes | Matte |
| Sizes | 6″×24″, 12″×24″ |
| Thickness | 5/16 in. |
| Water Absorption | < 0.5% — impervious (ASTM C373) |
| DCOF / Slip Resistance | ≥ 0.42 wet (ANSI A137.1) — rated for wet interior floors |
| PEI Rating | 2 — all residential areas |
| Breaking Strength | ≥ 275 lbf (ASTM C648) |
| Shade Variation | V2 — Random (medium) |
| Applications | Residential & light-commercial floors and walls |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Sold By | Box (full cartons) |
Coverage & Ordering
| Size & Finish | Coverage / Box | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6″×24″ Matte | 10.23 sq ft | $8.54 / sq ft |
| 12″×24″ Matte | 17.60 sq ft | $4.31 / sq ft |
We recommend ordering about 10% extra for cuts and waste. Tip: order your full project — including overage — in one purchase. Tile is produced in batches, and re-orders may ship from a different lot with slight shade variation.
You may also need
Complete the install with thinset mortar, grout in your chosen shade, tile edging / metal trim, and spacers. This tile is porcelain, so no sealer is required.
Documents
Ships as boxed cartons via freight; most orders arrive in 3–7 business days. Inspect your delivery on arrival and report any transit damage within 48 hours.

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