Marble Look Tiles

How to choose marble look tiles

Why choose marble look instead of marble?

Marble look porcelain copies the veining of natural marble in a dense, low-maintenance tile. Natural marble is porous, so it stains, etches and needs sealing, while porcelain does not. Real marble will always be one of a kind, so compare a sample against the stone you have in mind. Nearly every tile in this collection is porcelain. For a floor-only list, browse our marble floor tiles, or see our natural marble mosaic tiles if you prefer the real stone.

Which finish: natural, matt or polished?

Natural and matt finishes are the most common and hide marks well. Polished and lappato tiles give the deepest shine, and Lux and Silk Tec finishes are also available. Surface Tec and grip finishes add traction. Polished tiles can be slippery when wet, so compare the slip rating on each listing with the room, especially for a bathroom or shower floor.

Which size and layout?

1200 x 600 mm and 600 x 600 mm are the most common sizes, with 1200 x 1200 mm tiles for fewer grout lines and 600 x 300 mm for walls and splashbacks. Our large tiles page lists every large format. Large tiles need a flat substrate and an installer experienced with them, and thin grout joints keep the veining continuous.

Which colour and vein?

White and grey are the largest groups, with named veins such as Calacatta and Glacier, plus black, blue, brown and green tones. Print patterns vary from tile to tile, so mix tiles from several boxes before you lay them. See white and grey for the base colours, or read six ways marble tiles can elevate your home.

Marble look tile specifications at a glance

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