Large format tile is oversized porcelain, ceramic or natural stone tile with at least one side measuring 23 inches or greater. Common sizes include 12” x 24”, 24” x 24” and 24” x 48”, making large format tile a popular choice for floors, walls, showers and backsplashes because it creates a clean, seamless appearance with fewer grout lines.

Benefits of Large Format Tile

• Fewer grout lines for a streamlined look
• Helps rooms feel larger and more open
• Available in porcelain, ceramic and select natural stone options
• Offered in marble look, stone look, wood look and concrete look designs
• Suitable for floors, walls, showers and backsplashes
• Easy to maintain due to fewer grout joints

Large Format Tile Options 

Where to Use Large Format Tile

Bathrooms and Showers

Large format porcelain tile is a popular choice for shower walls and bathroom floors because it creates a spacious look while reducing grout lines.

Kitchens

Large format floor tile creates visual continuity, while oversized backsplashes help achieve a clean, uninterrupted design.

Feature Walls

Textured, fluted and dimensional large format tile can add architectural interest without overwhelming a room. 
 

Small Spaces

Light-colored large format tile can make compact bathrooms and powder rooms feel larger and more cohesive.

How to Choose Large Format Tile

1. Choose a material: Porcelain for durability and water resistance, ceramic for versatility, and natural stone for distinctive character.
2. Select a style: Marble-look, stone-look, wood-look and concrete-look tiles each create a different design aesthetic.
3. Consider the application: Verify whether the tile is intended for floors, walls, showers or backsplashes.
4. Choose a finish: Matte finishes create a softer look, while polished finishes enhance light and reflectivity.
5. Match the room: Large format tile works well in both small and expansive spaces when paired with the appropriate size and color.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is considered large format tile?

Large format tile has at least one side measuring 23 inches or larger. 
 

Does large format tile make a room look bigger?

Yes. Fewer grout lines and larger tile surfaces can help create a more open appearance. 
 

Is large format tile good for shower walls?

Yes. Large format porcelain tile is a popular shower wall option because it creates a seamless look with fewer grout joints. 
 

Can large format tile be used on walls and floors?

Yes. Many large format porcelain and ceramic tiles are suitable for both wall and floor installations.

Large Format Tile Design Inspiration

Create a luxury bathroom with marble look porcelain tile, bring warmth to a space with wood look planks, or design a contemporary feature wall with textured large format tile. Whether your style is modern, transitional or spa-inspired, large format tile delivers a refined look with fewer visual interruptions. Explore our Pinterest for the latest design inspiration or use the Tile Visualizer to see how large format tile will look in your space.  
 

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