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Porcelain tiles, made in India for export
Thorson Tiles supplies porcelain tiles made by our manufacturing partners in India to importers, distributors and project buyers. We shortlist designs, send samples, check every order before loading and invoice you as the exporter. Every specification is confirmed at quotation.
The material
What makes a tile porcelain?
Porcelain tiles are pressed from refined clays, feldspar and minerals and fired at high temperature until the body becomes dense and almost non-porous. Internationally, porcelain is usually defined by water absorption of 0.5% or less (ISO 13006 / EN 14411 group BIa) — the property behind its strength, stain resistance and suitability for demanding floors.
Printed glaze (glazed porcelain)
Dense, vitrified porcelain body
Most porcelain made in India is glazed porcelain: a dense body with a digitally printed glaze that reproduces marble, stone, wood or concrete. Through-body or full-body porcelain, where the colour runs through the tile, is also produced, typically in plainer designs. Both are sold for export as porcelain — the question that matters is the tested water absorption and the finish, not the label.
For buyers, the practical differences are durability under foot traffic, behaviour in wet areas, and how the surface finish wears. These depend on the specific product, so we treat every technical value as something to confirm against the manufacturer’s test data before you order.
Not sure whether you need porcelain, ceramic or glazed vitrified? Read our comparison guide.
Typical uses
- Residential floors and walls, including kitchens and living areas
- Commercial and hospitality floors with steady foot traffic
- Bathrooms and wet areas, with a finish suited to the slip requirement
- Interior feature walls and large open-plan floors
Formats & finishes
Formats and finishes commonly available
The ranges below are typical of what Indian manufacturers produce in porcelain. Exact sizes, thicknesses and finishes vary by factory and design, and are confirmed for each order.
Formats drawn to the same scale
- 600 × 600mm
- 600 × 1200mm
- 800 × 800mm
- 1000 × 1000mm
- 200 × 1200mm
- 800 × 1600mm
Nominal sizes in millimetres.
Finishes
- PolishedMirror-like reflection; best suited to interior floors and walls.
- LappatoSemi-polished, soft sheen that keeps some texture.
- SatinLow sheen with a smooth, refined touch.
- MattNatural, low-reflection surface for everyday floors.
- TexturedStructured surface, often used where more grip is wanted.
Specification checklist
What to check on a porcelain specification
Use this as a checklist when you compare quotations. Values marked “To be confirmed” are agreed per product with the manufacturer — we do not publish figures we have not verified.
| Specification | Why it matters | Typical / status |
|---|---|---|
| Water absorption | Confirms porcelain classification and durability. | Typically ≤ 0.5% (BIa); product value to be confirmed |
| Thickness | Affects strength, weight per box and container load. | To be confirmed |
| Calibre / rectification | Rectified edges allow narrower joints; calibre must match across batches. | To be confirmed |
| Shade and batch | Digital prints vary by batch — one shade per area. | To be confirmed |
| Slip resistance | Required for wet areas and many commercial floors; the test method varies by market. | To be confirmed |
| Surface finish | Polished, lappato, matt and textured wear and clean differently. | To be confirmed |
| Packing and m² per box | Drives freight cost and pallet configuration. | To be confirmed |
| MOQ and lead time | Set per design and factory schedule. | To be confirmed |
Your RFQ
What to put in a porcelain RFQ
A complete brief lets us compare like for like across manufacturing partners and come back with relevant options faster.
- Size and thickness — e.g. 600 × 1200 mm, and any thickness requirement.
- Finish and look — polished, matt or textured; marble, stone, wood or concrete; reference images help.
- Application — floor or wall, interior or exterior, residential or commercial.
- Technical requirements — water absorption, slip rating or standards your market requires.
- Quantity — m² or containers, and whether it is a one-off project or repeat programme.
- Destination and terms — port, Incoterm, labelling and packaging needs.
Demonstration tiles
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Filter by size, finish, look and application. Open any tile for details, or enquire directly — the tile is pre-filled in your request.
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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.
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FAQ
Porcelain tiles: buyer questions
Do you export porcelain tiles from India?
Yes. Thorson Tiles is a tile supplier and exporter based in Ahmedabad. Our porcelain tiles are made by our manufacturing partners in India. We handle samples, specifications, packing and export documents, check every order before loading and invoice you directly.
What water absorption do your porcelain tiles have?
Porcelain is generally defined by water absorption of 0.5% or less (ISO 13006 group BIa). The exact tested value differs by product, so we confirm it from the manufacturer’s test data for each tile you shortlist rather than quoting a general figure.
Which porcelain sizes are available from India?
Common porcelain formats include 600 × 600, 600 × 1200, 800 × 800 and 1000 × 1000 mm, plus wood-look planks such as 200 × 1200 mm. Larger formats are produced by some manufacturers. Availability depends on the design and factory, and is confirmed at quotation.
Can I get samples before placing an order?
Sample requests can be arranged for shortlisted designs. Tell us the tiles you are considering, your destination and how many pieces you need, and we will confirm what can be sent and the cost involved.
Is polished porcelain suitable for wet areas?
Polished surfaces are usually more slippery when wet, so they are generally chosen for dry interior areas. For bathrooms, pool areas or commercial floors, ask for a matt or textured finish with a tested slip rating that meets your local requirements.
Planning a porcelain order? Share the brief.
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.