The Long Format

24×48 Porcelain Pavers

Explore long-format porcelain colors for patios and pool decks. Compare laying directions, completed installations and companion sizes before choosing your samples.

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Modern farmhouse pool in Aldie, VA, with light Porcelain Paver deck, gray coping and deep blue water. A raised stone spa, white loungers, flowering shrubs and covered wood patio frame the sunny backyard.

Aldie, VA

Overland Pearl in Aldie

Long porcelain pavers connect the pool deck, covered patio, dining area and outdoor kitchen at this farmhouse retreat.

Overland Pearl · 24×48
A modern covered patio with a ceiling fan, cushioned seating, swing bed, and outdoor TV features a Rasa Grey: Porcelain Paver Patio in Fairfax. Steps lead to a grassy yard, with house exteriors and fall foliage in the background.

Fairfax, VA

Rasa Gray in Fairfax

Study Rasa Gray 24×48 in this split-level outdoor room, then explore the complete patio to see how square and rectangular formats work together.

Rasa Gray · 24×48
Modern Hillside Elegance – McLean Retreat featuring large windows, a pool, lounge chairs, hot tub, and manicured lawn with Overland Pearl Porcelain & Black Basalt accents, nestled among lush trees and landscaped gardens under a blue sky.

McLean, VA

Overland Pearl & Black Basalt

Overland Pearl 24×48 paving and Black Basalt coping bring a light field and a dark pool edge together in McLean.

Overland Pearl · 24×48

How 24×48 Changes the Layout

A long rectangle emphasizes direction. Plan its orientation relative to the house, pool, steps and outdoor kitchen. Around a narrow walk or irregular deck, a large piece can produce more offcuts even if the finished lines look simpler.

The long format works in more than one size of space. Use the actual paver dimensions, practical cuts and necessary joints to fit the space.

5 layout ideas for 24×48 pavers

Stacked Grid

Align the joints in both directions for a regular grid.

Running Bond

Offset each row by one-third of a paver. The selected product’s permitted offset still applies.

Diagonal Grid

Turn a straight grid through 45° and plan the cuts around the perimeter.

Herringbone

Rectangles meet at right angles to form a continuous zigzag.

Basketweave

Pairs of rectangles alternate direction. Confirm the actual sizes and joint module work together.

Compare 24×24, 24×36 & 24×48 Pavers

Square pavers give a regular grid; long rectangles emphasize direction. Compare the three common formats against the house, pool edge, furniture and cuts around the space. Inch sizes are nominal. Use the selected SKU’s box coverage to plan full-box quantities and agree the cutting allowance with your installer.

24×24

A balanced square

Typically 60 × 60 cm. Align the grid with your pool or patio, turn it on the diagonal, or arrange grouped panels.

7.75 sq ft / box

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24×36

A versatile rectangle

A middle proportion for patios and walkways. Compare a straight grid with staggered rows or a change in laying direction.

11.63 sq ft / box

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24×48

A longer rectangle

Create longer directional runs. Compare portrait and landscape orientation, permitted offsets and cuts around the perimeter.

15.5 sq ft / box

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Inch sizes are nominal. Order by the listed box coverage and allow for joints, cuts and compatible production batches when combining formats.

Direction, Cuts & Edges

Lay Out the Long Format Before Ordering

Start from a measured drawing showing the pool or patio perimeter, access paths, doors and steps. Test the direction of the main joints and try to avoid narrow strips at important edges. A mock-up or layout drawing helps when combining sizes.

Long porcelain pieces can be more demanding to handle, cut and support than square pieces. Plan for flatness, bedding, cutting tools and the manufacturer's permitted offsets before selecting a pattern.

15.5 sq ft per box in the current 24×48 range.

Around the pool

Position long runs around coping, skimmers, drains and raised-spa edges, with finished heights and drainage planned together.

Across the patio

Align the pattern with doors, furniture zones and steps. Compare the main laying direction before planning edge cuts.

With other sizes

Choose compatible colors and finishes within the series. Coordinate joints, layout and production batches when mixing formats.

In full boxes

Use the selected product’s box coverage and full-pack increments. Agree a cutting allowance for the particular layout with your installer.

Which Base Can Support 24×48 Porcelain?

Some outdoor porcelain products have documented mortar-bonded, prepared sand/aggregate or raised-support installation methods. These are not automatically interchangeable, and a nominal 20 mm thickness alone does not certify any particular span or vehicle load.

For an existing concrete deck, assess slab condition, slope, movement joints and added finished height. For pedestals, the support layout, wind and load requirements must match the exact product's tested assembly. For a new base, the installer is responsible for subgrade preparation, drainage and edge restraints.

Porcelain Paver Installation Options

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Ground-level patios and paths

Sand or aggregate setting bed

  1. 1Porcelain pavers
  2. 2Sand / aggregate setting bed
  3. 3Compacted aggregate base
  4. 4Prepared ground

Pavers sit on a prepared setting bed over a compacted base. Plan drainage, edge restraints and joints with the selected system.

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Prepared concrete slabs and overlays

Mortar over concrete

  1. 1Porcelain pavers
  2. 2Bonding mortar
  3. 3Concrete slab

A bonded assembly attaches the porcelain to a concrete base. Slab condition, movement joints, drainage and finished heights need to be coordinated.

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Products approved for raised installations

Raised pedestal system

  1. 1Porcelain pavers
  2. 2Adjustable pedestals
  3. 3Open space for drainage / services
  4. 4Supporting surface

Pedestals leave space below the paving for drainage and service access. The exact paver determines support positions, loading and any additional reinforcement.

Choose Your Finish & Plan the Order

View several complete product faces where possible. One sample may not show the pattern variation across an installed deck. Light neutrals, whites and grays may look different in shade versus full sun; review the selected material next to its eventual coping and building finishes.

To request material pricing, send SKU or series, estimated square footage, shipping ZIP code, any additional sizes and any coordinating coping. Confirm actual dimensions, pieces per box, availability and lot consistency before ordering.

Technical Specifications

Product & Use

MaterialPorcelain
Country of originTurkey
Color tonesSee individual product
Application areasIndoor, outdoor
Application categoriesResidential, light commercial, heavy commercial
Collection products20 mm (2 cm) pavers
Custom fabricationLimited: custom bullnose and lamination, locally or overseas
Shade / variationSee individual product

Performance

Water absorption by mass (EN ISO 10545-3)< 0.1%
Breaking strength (EN ISO 10545-4)> 9,500 N
Flexural / bending strength (EN ISO 10545-4)Minimum 35 N/mm² (approximately 5,000 psi)
Coefficient of thermal expansion (EN ISO 10545-8)< 9.0 × 10⁻⁶ /°C
Thermal shock resistanceResistant
Crazing resistanceResistant
Frost resistanceResistant
Reaction to fireClass A1
DCOF, dry / wet0.81 / 0.69
Slip-resistance classificationR11, anti-slip
Mohs hardness≥ 7
Sealer requirementNot required
Chemical / acid resistanceYes

Manufacturer-reported specifications for the STONELUX 20 mm porcelain paver range. Colors and shade variation are shown on individual products.

DCOF values and R11 are separate test results. Driveway use requires a concrete base and a bonded installation system designed for the expected vehicle loads.

24×48 Porcelain Paver Questions

Are 24×48 porcelain pavers exactly 24 by 48 inches?

Not necessarily. The label is nominal. Verify the specific manufacturer's actual length, width, thickness and permitted tolerances before laying out cuts, joints or quantities.

How much does a box of 24×48 porcelain pavers cover?

The 24×48 products shown here are sold in full boxes. Each box covers 15.5 sq ft. Add the project’s cutting allowance and round up to full boxes. The 24×48 label is nominal, so it should not be treated as an exact 8 sq ft of coverage per piece.

Can I use 24×48 porcelain around a pool?

An appropriate exterior product can be used with an approved assembly. Confirm wet-use performance, slopes, support, movement joints, coping transitions and the exact manufacturer's guidance.

Can 24×48 be installed over concrete?

Potentially. The concrete condition, drainage, movement joints and finished levels must suit the approved bonded or other permitted system. Your installer must assess the substrate.

Is a staggered pattern required for 24×48?

No universal pattern is required. The manufacturer may limit offsets depending on the product's dimensional characteristics. Review the exact series' instructions before selecting a running bond.

Can 24×48 match a 24×24 from the same series?

Often that is the design goal, but not every series offers both sizes or guarantees identical dimensions and shades. Confirm available formats, finish and lot.

Do larger porcelain pavers need a special base or pedestal?

The appropriate support depends on the exact product and loads. Larger format alone does not prove pedestal compatibility or vehicular suitability. Ask for a system-specific installation detail.

Overland Pearl porcelain surface
Overland Pearl
Rasa Gray porcelain surface
Rasa Gray
Overland Sand porcelain surface
Overland Sand

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