Large Format
Tiling
Christchurch
Architectural-grade large-format porcelain and stone — installed with the substrate prep, set-out planning, and crew experience these tiles demand.
Get a Free QuoteBigger tiles. Tighter tolerances. Cleaner lines.
Large-format tiles look effortless when they go down right — fewer grout lines, continuous stone or porcelain across a wall or floor, and an architectural finish that suits high-spec homes and flagship commercial spaces. Getting there takes disciplined substrate preparation, careful set-out, and a crew used to handling tiles up to 1200×2400mm.
JSR Tiling installs large-format porcelain and stone for architectural new builds, premium bathrooms, kitchen feature walls, commercial showrooms, and hospitality fit-outs across Christchurch and Canterbury.
- Formats up to 1200×2400mm in porcelain or stone
- Self-levelling compounds for lippage-free floors
- Set-out planning before any cuts are made
- Suitable adhesives and lippage-correction systems
- Feature walls, full-height bathroom and shower walls
- Coordination with architects, designers, and main contractors
“Large-format stone facade and floor tiling — gallery-quality finish on a fit-out programme.”
Hugo Boss, Christchurch CBD
Where large-format tiles make the biggest difference.
Architectural new builds
Continuous floors and uninterrupted feature walls that suit high-spec residential and architect-led builds.
Premium bathrooms
Full-height shower walls and floor-to-ceiling porcelain — fewer grout lines, easier to maintain.
Commercial fit-outs
Showroom-grade retail and hospitality floors that handle daily traffic without losing finish quality.
Kitchen feature walls
Stone-look or matte porcelain splashback panels behind ranges and islands.
Reception & feature panels
Office reception walls, lift lobbies, and bar surrounds where the panel is the design.
Facade and exterior cladding
Frost-rated porcelain or stone for shopfronts and feature exterior walls.
Large Format Tiling Questions
What size tiles count as large-format?
Anything 600×600mm and larger is generally considered large-format. We regularly install 600×600, 600×1200, 800×800, 1200×1200, and slab formats up to 1200×2400mm in both porcelain and stone.
Do large-format tiles need special substrate preparation?
Yes. The bigger the tile, the lower the tolerance for an uneven substrate. We assess and prepare with self-levelling compounds or screeds so the finished surface stays lippage-free across every joint.
Can large-format tiles be used in bathrooms and wet areas?
Absolutely — they are a popular choice for bathrooms, showers, and feature walls. We coordinate the waterproof membrane, falls to waste, and tile set-out so the bigger format works correctly in a wet environment.
Do you handle the supply and delivery of large-format tiles?
We can install client-supplied tiles, or coordinate with your supplier on delivery, handling, and storage. Large tiles need careful handling — we plan access and lifting at the quoting stage.
Is there a price premium for large-format installation?
Large-format tiling generally costs more per square metre to install — substrate prep is more involved, tiles are heavier to handle, and set-out planning takes more time. We itemise this clearly in the quote so there are no surprises.
Let's discuss your project.
Whether you're a developer planning a multi-unit build, a builder coordinating a fit-out, or a homeowner renovating a high-quality space — we'll review your project and reply with a clear, itemised quote.