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 supply your tiles, or install tiles you supply yourself. If you are buying through your own supplier, we coordinate with them 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.
Tiling across Christchurch & Canterbury
Based in Christchurch, we deliver commercial and residential tiling across the city and out to the Selwyn District.
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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.