Tiles

• Durability: Higher breaking strength than many natural stones.
• Design range: Digital printing delivers convincing timber, concrete and marble effects.
• Outdoor performance: Frost-resistant and available in R11–R13 slip ratings.

Both products start as clay, but porcelain is pressed harder and fired hotter. That added density:

• Makes porcelain less porous, so spills stay on the surface.
• Allows without compromising strength.
• Provides consistent colour through-body (ideal if edges chip).

If you need a cost-effective wall finish, standard ceramic may suffice, but for floors, wet zones or outdoors, porcelain’s longevity wins.

Floor tiles: Upgrade living rooms, entries or commercial lobbies with large-format slabs from our Floor Tiles collection.
Wall tiles: Achieve crisp feature walls or splashbacks via Wall Tiles in matte, satin or glossy finishes.
Mosaic accents: Hexagons and penny rounds in Mosaic Tiles add texture without dominating the scheme.
Decorative surfaces: Patterned and 3D options live in our Decorative Tiles section.

• Large format (600 x 1200 mm+): Fewer grout lines create a seamless look – ideal for modern bathrooms.
• Planks (200 x 1200 mm): Mimic timber boards while remaining fire-proof and scratch-resistant.
• Modular sets: Combine multiple sizes for French or Roman patterns in courtyards.

Look for 20 mm-thick pavers with textured finishes and P4/P5 slip ratings. These can be dry-laid on grass, gravel or pedestal systems, cutting installation time.

Porcelain’s density demands the right tools. Use a diamond-tipped porcelain tile drill bit at low speed with water cooling. For cutting, a rail-guided wet saw minimises chipping.

Expansion joints must follow National Construction Code movement recommendations to avoid tenting in Australia’s climate.

• Seal grout, not the tile – the surface is already non-porous.
• pH-neutral cleaners prevent haze on polished finishes.
• Replace silicone in wet areas every 5–7 years to maintain watertightness.

Browse the full Tiles & Stones range or drill down to our sub-categories above to compare colours, sizes and supplier lead times. Whether you’re refreshing a powder room or paving a pool deck, ArchiPro connects you with Australia’s most trusted porcelain tile brands.