Kitchen Tiles
Kitchen Tiles: Porcelain and Ceramic Kitchen Tiles | Royale Stones
Do not buy kitchen tiles merely based on photos; you will end up watching them stain, crack or chip in a year or two. The difference between a smart buy and a costly mistake is knowing what you are actually comparing.
Ceramic vs Porcelain Kitchen Tiles
Ceramic Kitchen Tiles
Fired at lower temperatures than porcelain, ceramic tiles are more porous. They are optimal if you want budget-friendly kitchen tiles that are easy to cut and install and look great at the same time.
However, when constantly facing kitchen spills, steam and temperature swings, they absorb moisture, leading to grout failure, discolouration, and potential structural issues over time.
Porcelain Kitchen Tiles
Fired at higher temperatures, porcelain floor and wall tiles are denser and harder. With water absorption rates of below 0.5% under ISO 10545 standards, Porcelain kitchen tiles are stain-resistant to wine, olive oil, and everyday kitchen spills.
They cost more upfront; however, specification architects and contractors specify porcelain tiles for the kitchen due to their longevity and density.
If you have a limited budget, ceramic tiles for the kitchen work in areas with lower moisture, in essence, kitchen wall tiles and backsplashes.
Nevertheless, for kitchen floor tiles and high-traffic wall zones, porcelain is the choice that does not require replacement even after 5 years of constant use.
Kitchen Wall Tiles vs. Kitchen Floor Tiles
Wall tiles carry lighter loads; you can use ceramic here and get away with it. For kitchen wall tiles, style matters more than durability. Thin, feature wall tiles work; Victorian tiles or mosaic designs add character without the structural risk.
For kitchen floors, you need grip and durability. The best kitchen floor tiles are:
- Porcelain: Non-slip porcelain tiles to avoid slips on wet surfaces
- Large Format Tiles: Fewer grout lines = less dirt trapping, easier to clean
- Matte or Textured Finishes: Glossy floors are safety hazards in kitchens
Our large-format porcelain kitchen tiles are available in neutral shades (white, grey, stone-effect) that hide watermarks and work with any traditional and modern kitchen designs, as well as dark shades (anthracite, charcoal, black) for moody and rich kitchens.
Stylish Kitchen Tiles That Perform
Stylish doesn't mean sacrificing function. Current trends in UK kitchens favour:
- Neutral Porcelain: In soft whites and warm greys (works 10+ years without looking dated)
- Stone-effect Tiles: Travertine or marble aesthetic, but with porcelain durability
- Subway Tiles on Walls: Classic, proven, and pair with any countertop
- Large-format Floor Tiles: In matte finishes (contemporary, easier to maintain
You can achieve luxury in your kitchen without the maintenance of natural stone or the fragility of ceramic with Royale Stones porcelain kitchen tile collection.
Our Standards & Showrooms
Each porcelain kitchen tile we stock meets the ISO 10545 water absorption standard, which is a benchmark used by architects across Europe. This is a measurable proof of our durable kitchen tiles.
See and feel the tiles before you buy. Visit the Royale Stones showroom to:
- Feel the surface texture (matte vs. polished changes grip and aesthetic)
- See grout colour pairings in real light
- Compare porcelain and ceramic side-by-side
- Get expert advice from staff who work with kitchen contractors daily
Explore Our Kitchen Tile Collections
Porcelain Kitchen Tiles | Stone Effect Tiles | Luxury Vinyl Tile
By Colour
White Kitchen Tiles | Grey Kitchen Tiles | Green Kitchen Tiles | Beige Tiles
By Size
600x300 | 600x600mm Tiles | 900x600 | 900x450mm Tiles | 1000x1000mm Tiles
By Style
Checkerboard | Zellige | Hexagon | Metro | Patterned | Victorian