Signature
75 × 300
Specifications confirmed at quotation
Enquire About This TileCeramic wall tiles · Export supply
Ceramic wall tiles for kitchens, baths and feature walls
Lighter-bodied glazed wall tiles are made in large volumes in India, usually in coordinated sets of plain, decor and highlighter designs. We supply distributors and project buyers with suitable ranges from our manufacturing partners and confirm every detail before ordering.
The material
What is a ceramic wall tile?
A ceramic wall tile is a glazed tile with a more porous body than porcelain — under ISO 13006 most belong to group BIII, with water absorption above 10%. The porous body makes the tile lighter and easier to cut and fix to walls, while the glaze provides the waterproof, easy-clean surface.
Glaze and digital print — the waterproof face
Porous ceramic body — lighter, easier to cut
Because the body is softer and more absorbent, ceramic wall tiles are designed for interior walls, not floors. In India they are typically sold as coordinated series: a light “plain” tile, a darker or patterned “decor”, and a “highlighter” piece for accents — often with a matching floor tile in a separate body.
For export, the questions that matter most are dimensional consistency (so joints line up across a wall), glaze quality, shade matching between plain and decor tiles, and packing strong enough to protect a lighter body in transit.
Comparing wall tile options with porcelain? Read our comparison guide.
Typical uses
- Bathroom and shower walls
- Kitchen walls and splash-backs
- Feature walls in hospitality and retail interiors
- Coordinated wall + floor ranges for residential projects
Formats & finishes
Formats and finishes commonly available
Wall tiles are typically produced in rectangular formats sized for easy handling on site. Smaller decorative and subway-style formats may be available from selected manufacturers.
Formats drawn to the same scale
- 250 × 375mm
- 300 × 450mm
- 300 × 600mm
- 75 × 300mm
Nominal sizes in millimetres. 75 × 300 mm is shown as a subway-style example.
Finishes
- GlossyBright, reflective glaze that is easy to wipe clean.
- SatinSofter sheen for calmer bathroom schemes.
- MattContemporary, low-reflection surface.
- Relief / texturedEmbossed or 3D-effect decor and highlighter tiles.
Specification checklist
What to check on a wall tile specification
Wall tiles are less technically demanding than floor tiles, but dimensional accuracy and shade matching are visible on every wall.
| Specification | Why it matters | Typical / status |
|---|---|---|
| Water absorption | Ceramic wall tiles are porous by design (often above 10%); confirms the body type. | Typically > 10% (BIII); product value to be confirmed |
| Dimensional tolerance | Joint lines must stay straight across a full wall. | To be confirmed |
| Warpage | Bowed tiles leave lippage and uneven reflections in glossy glazes. | To be confirmed |
| Shade match: plain vs decor | Series tiles must coordinate across boxes and batches. | To be confirmed |
| Glaze quality | Check for crazing, pinholes and print alignment. | To be confirmed |
| Thickness | Affects weight per box and fixing method. | To be confirmed |
| Packing and pieces per box | A lighter body needs good corner and edge protection. | To be confirmed |
| MOQ and lead time | Often set per series rather than per tile. | To be confirmed |
Your RFQ
What to put in a wall tile RFQ
Most wall tile orders are series orders. Tell us how the plain, decor and highlighter pieces should work together.
- Format — e.g. 300 × 600 or 300 × 450 mm.
- Series make-up — the ratio of plain, decor and highlighter tiles you expect.
- Finish and colour — glossy, satin or matt; reference images help.
- Matching floor tile — if you need one, give its size and finish.
- Quantity — m² per design and total containers.
- Destination, labelling and packing — including box language and pallet requirements.
Demonstration tiles
Explore ceramic wall tiles
Filter by size, finish, look and application. Open any tile for details, or enquire directly — the tile is pre-filled in your request.
5demo records
Filter tiles
-
Signature
75 × 300
-
Essential
300 × 600
Specifications confirmed at quotation
Enquire About This Tile -
Essential
300 × 600
Specifications confirmed at quotation
Enquire About This Tile -
Signature
300 × 600
Specifications confirmed at quotation
Enquire About This Tile -
Essential
300 × 450
Specifications confirmed at quotation
Enquire About This Tile
Nothing in this demonstration set matches — yet.
These records only illustrate the catalogue. Our manufacturing partners in India may be able to offer other sizes and finishes, so a missing match here doesn’t mean a tile can’t be supplied.
Keep exploring
Related collections and guides
FAQ
Ceramic wall tiles: buyer questions
Can ceramic wall tiles be used on floors?
Generally no. Ceramic wall tiles have a softer, more porous body and are designed for walls. For floors, choose porcelain or glazed vitrified tiles with a finish suited to the area.
What sizes of ceramic wall tiles are made in India?
Common formats include 250 × 375, 300 × 450 and 300 × 600 mm. Larger and smaller decorative formats are produced by some manufacturers. We confirm the sizes available for each series at quotation.
What are highlighter and decor tiles?
Wall tile series in India are often sold as a set: a plain tile for most of the wall, a decor tile with a stronger pattern, and a highlighter tile used as an accent band or panel. Tell us the ratio you need so we can plan quantities across the series.
Do you export ceramic wall tiles in mixed containers?
Yes. Different designs and categories, including tiles from different partner factories, can be combined in one container, subject to minimum quantities and packing. We confirm the loading plan when we quote.
Planning a wall tile range? Tell us the series.
Share your target size, finish, quantity and destination. We’ll come back with suitable options and a clear quotation that confirms availability, MOQ, lead time and specifications.