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Natural volcanic stone like you’ve never seen.

From fire comes finery. Cantera translates to “quarry,” a stone that has been treasured throughout history. From ancient Aztec structures to cathedrals of San Miguel de Allende and Mexico City landmarks, this rock can be found in the buildings that matter most. Zia’s Cantera stone features an endless array of earth-toned aggregates in seven covetable shades.

Mesa 12x12
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Mesa 12x12

Cantera

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12" x 12" Square

$19.85 /ft2
Mesa 4x12
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Mesa 4x12

Cantera

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4" x 12" Rectangle

$19.85 /ft2
Mesa 24x24
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Mesa 24x24

Cantera

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24" x 24" Square

$19.85 /ft2
Mesa 12x24
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Mesa 12x24

Cantera

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12" x 24" Rectangle

$19.85 /ft2
Acacia 12x12
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Acacia 12x12

Cantera

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12" x 12" Square

$19.85 /ft2
Acacia 4x12
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Acacia 4x12

Cantera

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4" x 12" Rectangle

$19.85 /ft2
Acacia 24x24
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Acacia 24x24

Cantera

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24" x 24" Square

$19.85 /ft2
Acacia 12x24
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Acacia 12x24

Cantera

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12" x 24" Rectangle

$19.85 /ft2
Sierra 12x12
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Sierra 12x12

Cantera

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12" x 12" Square

$18.85 /ft2
Sierra 4x12
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Sierra 4x12

Cantera

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4" x 12" Rectangle

$18.85 /ft2
Sierra 24x24
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Sierra 24x24

Cantera

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24" x 24" Square

$18.85 /ft2
Sierra 12x24
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Sierra 12x24

Cantera

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12" x 24" Rectangle

$18.85 /ft2
Alma 12x12
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Alma 12x12

Cantera

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12" x 12" Square

$18.85 /ft2
Alma 4x12
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Alma 4x12

Cantera

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4" x 12" Rectangle

$18.85 /ft2
Alma 24x24
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Alma 24x24

Cantera

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24" x 24" Square

$18.85 /ft2
Alma 12x24
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Alma 12x24

Cantera

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12" x 24" Rectangle

$18.85 /ft2
Yuma 12x12
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Yuma 12x12

Cantera

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12" x 12" Square

$18.85 /ft2
Yuma 4x12
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Yuma 4x12

Cantera

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4" x 12" Rectangle

$18.85 /ft2
Yuma 24x24
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Yuma 24x24

Cantera

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24" x 24" Square

$18.85 /ft2
Yuma 12x24
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Yuma 12x24

Cantera

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12" x 24" Rectangle

$18.85 /ft2
Sedona 12x12
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Sedona 12x12

Cantera

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12" x 12" Square

$18.85 /ft2
Sedona 4x12
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Sedona 4x12

Cantera

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4" x 12" Rectangle

$18.85 /ft2
Sedona 24x24
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Sedona 24x24

Cantera

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24" x 24" Square

$18.85 /ft2
Sedona 12x24
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Sedona 12x24

Cantera

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12" x 24" Rectangle

$18.85 /ft2
Badlands 12x12
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Badlands 12x12

Cantera

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12" x 12" Square

$19.85 /ft2
Badlands 4x12
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Badlands 4x12

Cantera

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4" x 12" Rectangle

$19.85 /ft2
Badlands 24x24
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Badlands 24x24

Cantera

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24" x 24" Square

$19.85 /ft2
Badlands 12x24
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Badlands 12x24

Cantera

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12" x 24" Rectangle

$19.85 /ft2
Volcan 12x12
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Volcan 12x12

Cantera

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12" x 12" Square

$18.85 /ft2
Volcan 4x12
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Volcan 4x12

Cantera

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4" x 12" Rectangle

$18.85 /ft2

Cantera is a naturally porous volcanic stone sourced from quarries in Mexico, particularly around San Miguel de Allende. It’s been a cornerstone of Central American and Mexican architecture for millennia, and is used everywhere from grand churches to charming courtyards. Cantera is known for its earthy texture and organic color variation, as if nature itself had formed aggregate-speckled terrazzo.

Each piece of Cantera stone tile is cut directly from blocks of volcanic rock, then honed and finished by hand to showcase its textured finish. Because it’s a natural material, no two tiles are exactly alike—expect visible aggregate, mineral inclusions, and subtle imperfections that give each piece its own unique personality.

Yes. Cantera is a porous stone tile and must be sealed before and after grouting. You’ll also want to re-seal periodically, depending on foot traffic and exposure to moisture; always re-seal in accordance with the sealant manufacturer’s instructions. Be sure to use only pH-neutral cleaners to avoid damaging the surface.

Dust, sweep, and/or vacuum the tiled area regularly, to remove grit that can scratch the surface. For routine cleaning, use a pH-neutral cleaner and a soft mop or cloth. Avoid acidic or abrasive products—these can etch the stone or alter its natural finish. You should also promptly clean up spills to prevent stains.

We recommend hiring an experienced natural stone installer, but here’s an overview of what you can expect to happen during the process:

  • Blend tiles from every box to evenly distribute variation.

  • Use a medium-bed thin set; wet the back of each tile before placing.

  • Press into place and gently compact with a rubber mallet—keep everything level.

  • Let the thin set cure, then seal the tile before grouting.

  • Grout in small sections using Mapei Flexcolor CQ and clean as you go.

  • Finish with a topcoat sealer or Fila Matte Protective Wax indoors.

For detailed step-by-step instructions, please review our Cantera Installation Guide.