How to choose stone look tiles
Which stone look suits my style?
Stone look porcelain reproduces the texture and tone of natural stone without the sealing and upkeep. Grey and white are the largest colour groups, followed by black, beige, brown and cream, from soft limestone-style tones to darker charcoal looks. Choose texture as well as colour: a subtle matt surface looks calm, while a structured face adds depth on feature walls. For a warmer, banded look, see travertine look tiles.
Which finish and slip rating?
Matt is the most common finish, with Surface Tec and Grip tiles for traction and honed tiles for a smoother surface. Slip ratings run from P2 to P5, so compare the rating with where the tile will go: a dry living area needs less grip than a shower, patio or entry. Our matt anti-slip tiles collection brings together the most slip-resistant options.
Which size and format?
600 x 600 mm and 1200 x 600 mm are the most common sizes, with 600 x 300 mm for walls and splashbacks and 600 x 400 mm as a smaller option. A few tiles use crazy-paving or feather formats. Bigger tiles mean fewer grout lines and a cleaner look, but they need a flat substrate and an experienced installer. Browse large tiles for the largest formats.
Can I use stone look tiles on walls, floors and outdoors?
Stone look porcelain is used for bathroom and living area floors and walls. It also suits patios and paved areas when the listing says it is suitable for outdoor use, so check the finish and rating on each product. Start with our bathroom tiles, floor tiles or outdoor tiles, and read our guide to stone look tiles for Australian homes.
Stone look tile specifications at a glance
| Specification | What to expect | What to check |
|---|
| Material | Porcelain with a printed or textured stone surface | Nearly all tiles here are porcelain, so no sealing |
| Finish | Matt is the most common, with Surface Tec, Grip and honed | Grip and Surface Tec add traction for wet areas |
| Size | 600 x 600 mm and 1200 x 600 mm are the most common, with 600 x 300 mm and 600 x 400 mm | Crazy-paving and feather formats suit feature areas |
| Slip rating | P2 to P5 | A shower, patio or entry needs more grip than a dry living area |
| Colour | Grey and white, plus black, beige, brown and cream | Texture matters as much as colour, so order samples |
Stone look tile FAQs
What is the difference between stone look tiles and natural stone?
Stone look tiles are porcelain with a printed or textured stone pattern, so every tile in a range is consistent and they do not need sealing. Natural stone is cut from the quarry, varies from tile to tile and is normally sealed and maintained. Nearly all tiles in this collection are porcelain.
Do stone look tiles make a room look smaller?
Colour and size matter more than the stone look itself. Light colours, large tiles and thin grout lines make a room feel open, while dark tiles, strong texture and many small tiles draw the walls in. Order samples and view them in your own light before you commit.
What type of flooring looks like stone tiles?
Stone look porcelain is the closest match: it reproduces the texture and tone of natural stone in a tile that does not need sealing. For a warmer, banded stone effect see our travertine look tiles, and for a cooler, mottled surface compare concrete look tiles. Order samples to compare colour and texture in your own light.
