Designed for the Outdoors
Some materials are made to look good. Others are made to last. Outdoor environments demand both.
Sun exposure, moisture, temperature changes, and daily wear all play a role in how materials perform outside. Choosing the right surface isn’t just a design decision — it’s a long-term investment in durability, safety, and visual consistency.
That’s why outdoor applications require materials engineered or selected specifically to withstand the elements. Factors like material composition and surface finish directly impact how well a product holds up outdoors.
From patios and pool decks to exterior walls and outdoor kitchens, the right choice ensures your space looks just as intentional years from now as it does on day one.
Bellagio Indoor/Outdoor Quartzite
What to Look for in Outdoor Materials
Outdoor environments place unique demands on surface materials. Beyond aesthetics, materials used outside must be able to withstand constant exposure to sunlight, moisture, and temperature fluctuations.
Key performance factors like durability, water absorption, slip resistance, and color stability all play a role in how a material ages outdoors. The surface finish is equally important — some finishes and treatments can alter or degrade over time when exposed to the elements.
Understanding these factors helps ensure outdoor spaces remain safe, functional, and visually consistent long after installation.
Kashmir Indoor/Outdoor Granite
With these considerations in mind, selecting the right outdoor material becomes clearer. Different surfaces offer different advantages depending on performance needs, design goals, and application.
Below, we break down the outdoor-ready materials we offer — highlighting how porcelain and select natural stone each meet the demands of exterior spaces in their own way.
Infinity Porcelain
Infinity porcelain is engineered for performance, making it one of the most reliable options for outdoor applications. Designed to withstand exposure to sun, moisture, and temperature fluctuations, porcelain maintains its appearance and structural integrity over time.
With extremely low water absorption and excellent resistance to fading, staining, and wear, Infinity porcelain performs well in demanding outdoor environments. Its consistency in color and pattern ensures a cohesive look across large surfaces, even when exposed to direct sunlight.
Available in large-format slabs, Infinity porcelain is well suited for patios, pool surrounds, exterior cladding, and outdoor kitchens where durability and design matter.
Infinity Metal Dark
Natural Stone
Select natural stone can also perform beautifully outdoors when the right material and finish are chosen. Stones like granite and quartzite offer inherent strength and durability, making them well suited for exterior environments.
Unlike resin-treated materials, the outdoor-ready natural stones we offer are finished to maintain their integrity when exposed to sunlight, moisture, and temperature changes—allowing the material’s natural character, variation, texture, and movement to remain stable over time.
Available in a range of colors and finishes, these natural stone options work well for patios, outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, and other exterior applications where both performance and organic beauty are desired.
Invictus Indoor/Outdoor Quartzite
Where Outdoor Slabs Perform Best
Large-format slabs allow outdoor spaces to feel cohesive, architectural, and intentional. When used thoughtfully, slab materials offer both durability and design continuity across a range of exterior applications.
Bellagio Indoor/Outdoor Quartzite
Kitchen
Built for Outdoor Cooking
Calacatta Lasa Indoor/Outdoor Quartzite
Fireplace
Architectural Cozy Statements
Infinity Travertino Chiaro
