Where can I get large format porcelain sheets from?

Large format porcelain sheets are increasingly popular with homeowners, architects, and designers who want a clean, modern finish without the visual interruption of grout lines. They create a sleek look on walls and floors, are easy to maintain, and can replicate the appearance of natural stone or marble at a fraction of the upkeep.

In the tile industry, “large format” usually refers to porcelain sheets that go far beyond standard tile sizes. Common sizes include 3000 × 1000 mm and 2600 × 1200 mm, available in slim 6 mm thickness for cladding and other lightweight applications. These sheets allow designers to cover entire walls or large surfaces in one sweep, creating a seamless effect.

Larger formats are also available in different thicknesses depending on the use — thinner for vertical cladding, thicker for flooring and exterior applications. This flexibility makes them suitable for almost any area in the home or in commercial projects.

Large porcelain sheets are incredibly versatile. Inside the home, they’re perfect for bathrooms, wet rooms, splashbacks, kitchen walls, and fireplace surrounds. The continuous surface makes cleaning easier and brings a luxury feel to everyday spaces.

They’re also well suited to commercial interiors, such as hotel lobbies, restaurants, and retail displays, where durability and visual impact are both important. For those looking to extend the same look outdoors, porcelain sheets can be combined with thicker porcelain tiles for patios, terraces, and pool surrounds, creating a flowing connection between inside and outside spaces.

The main reason homeowners and designers opt for large-format porcelain is the minimal use of grout. With fewer joints, surfaces appear calmer, more spacious, and far easier to maintain. This uncluttered look is especially effective in kitchens, bathrooms, and open-plan living areas where clean lines matter.

The generous scale of these slabs also opens up new design possibilities. Large sheets can create dramatic wall and floor finishes that replicate the look of quarried stone, polished marble, or even industrial concrete, all without the natural imperfections or irregularities that can sometimes occur in real stone. For projects where a sleek, continuous effect is the goal, porcelain delivers outstanding results.

Practicality is another advantage. Unlike natural stone, porcelain never needs sealing and offers a consistent finish across every sheet. It is resistant to stains, water, and daily wear, making it particularly suitable for high-traffic family homes, hospitality spaces, or commercial settings where durability and low maintenance are essential. This balance of style and practicality is what makes large-format porcelain one of the most versatile choices in modern design.

Large-format porcelain slabs need expert cutting and careful handling. In our workshop, we use advanced water-jet technology and specialist porcelain machinery to achieve flawless precision. This allows us to produce socket apertures, mitred corners, shower niches, splashback cut-outs, step nosings, and a wide range of bespoke details.

By preparing the slabs in our workshop, each piece arrives on site ready for installation, minimising the need for risky on-site cutting. For projects where accuracy is critical — like aligning book-matched porcelain or maintaining sharp mitres — workshop fabrication provides the most reliable and efficient solution.

Because the sheets are large and slim, careful planning is essential. Substrates must be flat and stable, adhesives chosen for full coverage, and movement joints included to avoid stress over time.

Specialist handling frames, suction lifters, and appropriate transport are strongly recommended to protect the edges and faces of the sheets. Installers should be confident working with large format products; where they aren’t, pre-cut pieces make the process easier and safer.

Porcelain is among the easiest surfaces to maintain. Being non-porous, it resists stains and can be cleaned effortlessly with a mild pH-neutral cleaner. This makes it a perfect choice for high-traffic kitchens and bathrooms where spills happen frequently.

For textured porcelain finishes, it’s best to avoid abrasive pads and instead use soft cloths or gentle brushes to protect the surface. With simple, routine cleaning, porcelain slabs stay looking fresh and require no sealing or specialist treatments.

Large-format porcelain slabs can’t be handled in the same way as standard tiles. Their size, weight, and rigidity mean they need specialist equipment and the right expertise to cut, move, and fit without damage. While some experienced tilers may be confident enough to attempt the work, choosing an installer who regularly deals with large-format porcelain is the safest way to achieve a precise finish and avoid costly mistakes.

This is particularly important for projects involving book-matched patterns, seamless wall cladding, or tight joint alignments, where even the smallest error can stand out. Professional installers understand how to plan for weight distribution, support, and safe handling, ensuring the slabs are placed accurately and securely.

At Stoneworld, we take the preparation stage further by precision-cutting porcelain sheets in our own workshop using advanced water-jet technology and specialist machinery. This allows us to create mitred edges, cut-outs, and apertures before delivery, so the slabs arrive on site ready to fit. By reducing the amount of complex cutting required during installation, the process becomes faster, cleaner, and more reliable.

Large format porcelain sheets need the right supply, fabrication, and handling to get the best results. At Stoneworld, we can guide you from choosing the right format through to precision cutting and delivery, making sure your project runs smoothly and achieves the finish you want.