Tiles & Stone Suppliers in Taranaki

• Porcelain & ceramic tiles – Dense, low-porosity bodies make porcelain ideal for high-traffic floors and wet areas, while ceramic suits lighter residential use and decorative walls.
• Natural stone – Granite, marble, limestone and slate bring one-of-a-kind veining and enduring value. Ask suppliers about sealing requirements in Taranaki’s salt-laden air.
• Engineered stone slabs – Quartz-based composites offer consistent colour, low maintenance and thinner profiles for modern benchtops.
• Mosaics & feature tiles – Glass, metal and patterned encaustics add visual punch to splashbacks, pool surrounds and exterior facades.

Check slip-resistance (R-rating or P-value), water-absorption and breaking strength certificates. Independent resources such as BRANZ guidance explain the minimum benchmarks for different building classes.

Locally stocked product reduces embodied carbon from transport. Many Taranaki suppliers now carry tiles with EPDs or recycled content and partner with take-back schemes for off-cuts.

A showroom with sample libraries and CAD files speeds up selection. Look for suppliers that offer colour-matching, quantity take-offs and site visits so returns and wastage are minimised.

Ask about stock-on-hand, lead times on indent orders and alternative options should a shipment be delayed. A robust supplier will proactively suggest comparable products and hold buffer inventory.

The most beautiful tile can fail if installed incorrectly. Engage qualified trades and follow manufacturer setting-out and curing times; epoxy grout, for example, needs stable temperatures to cure properly in Taranaki’s variable weather.

• Flooring installers for setting large-format tiles perfectly flush.
• Concrete grinders & polishers to prepare substrates or create seamless tile-to-concrete transitions.
• Carpet layers when combining soft and hard flooring zones.
• Carpet cleaning specialists for post-build detailing across mixed surfaces.
• Carpet suppliers if you’re balancing acoustic tiles with plush bedrooms.
• Other flooring suppliers for cork, bamboo or timber accents.

Tile prices range from $40/m² for entry-level ceramics to $350/m² for premium marble mosaics. Don’t forget adhesives, grout, trims and a 10 % contingency for cuts and future repairs. Freight is lower when ordering through regional depots, so consolidate purchases where possible.

Ready to shortlist? Scroll up to browse Taranaki’s curated list of tile and stone specialists, then request quotes directly through ArchiPro. For broader flooring inspiration, explore our Flooring Professionals directory.