Ethan Stone by Wonder

Collection Summary

Ethan Stone by Wonder Porcelain is a porcelain tile collection inspired by travertine natural stone. It comes in three colors (White, Beige, and Gray) in a matte finish. The range is built around a single 12×24 field size, a 2×2 mosaic, and a 4×12 bullnose. The collection is made in the USA. It carries an ANSI IW classification and a DCOF of ≥0.42, and Tile X Design lists it for floor, wall, and shower floor applications. The defining feature of Ethan Stone is its focused scope: a classic travertine look in a compact, matte-only program that covers field, mosaic, and trim in one coordinated set.

Design & Aesthetic

Ethan Stone draws on travertine, one of the most familiar natural stones in residential and commercial interiors. The three colors move from a light White through a warm Beige to a cooler Gray, which covers both warm and cool palettes. The matte finish and flat surface keep the look understated rather than reflective.

The collection carries a V2 shade-variation rating, meaning slight variation from piece to piece. That variation gives the surface some stone-like irregularity, while the effect stays more controlled than in higher-variation ratings. Because there is one field size, layout does most of the compositional work. The 2×2 mosaic adds a smaller-scale texture in the same colors, for example on a shower floor or as an inset within a 12×24 field.

Design Applications

Tile X Design lists Ethan Stone for floor, wall, and shower floor applications. The manufacturer’s ANSI IW classification and DCOF of ≥0.42 support these interior uses. Because the field tile, mosaic, and bullnose share the same colors and finish, one color can carry continuously across a bathroom floor, a shower floor, and a finished wall edge.

Specifying Ethan Stone

Ethan Stone has calibrated edges, not rectified edges. The manufacturer recommends a minimum grout joint of 3/16″, wider than the 1/8″ joint typical of rectified porcelain. With a 3/16″ joint, grout color has a noticeable effect on the finished surface.

The field tile measures 11 3/4″ × 23 11/16″ actual and is 8.2mm thick. With V2 variation, review samples that show the range of each color before final selection.

Product Specifications

• DCOF: ≥ 0.42
• Breaking Strength: ≥ 325 lbs
• MOHs: 7.0
• Water Absorption: ≤0.5%
• Chemical Resistance: Class A
• Abrasion Resistance: Class IV
• ANSI Classification: IW
• Thermal Shock Resistance: Resistant
• Frost Resistance: Resistant

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Ethan Stone be installed with a tight 1/8″ grout joint?
No. Ethan Stone has calibrated rather than rectified edges, and the manufacturer’s minimum recommended grout joint is 3/16″. Plan joint width and grout color around that minimum.

Can Ethan Stone be used on a shower floor?
Yes. Tile X Design lists shower floors among Ethan Stone’s applications, and the collection carries an ANSI IW classification. The 2×2 mosaic lets the same color continue from the bathroom floor into the shower. Confirm the best format for a sloped shower pan with your TXD representative.

How much color variation should I expect between tiles?
Ethan Stone is rated V2, which indicates slight variation between pieces. The surface will show some stone-like irregularity but stay relatively consistent across the installation.

Is Ethan Stone rated for outdoor use?
The tearsheet lists Ethan Stone as frost resistant and thermal shock resistant but does not give an exterior use classification. Confirm with the manufacturer before specifying it outdoors.