Natural Stone Tiles in Leicester
Travertine, slate, limestone and marble, genuine natural stone with the character no printed tile can copy, for floors and feature walls. On display at both Leicester showrooms.
No two pieces the same.
Natural stone brings a depth and variation that no printed tile can truly replicate, every piece of travertine, slate, limestone or marble is unique. That character comes with a little more care: most natural stone needs sealing and gentler cleaning than porcelain.
We stock a range of natural stone across both Leicester showrooms and will talk you honestly through sealing, maintenance and which stones suit floors, walls and wet areas, with free samples to take home.
Living with natural stone
Sealing
Most natural stone needs sealing on installation and periodically afterwards to resist staining. We will tell you what your chosen stone needs.
Shade & veining
Natural stone varies piece to piece. Order from one batch and lay from several boxes at once for a balanced result.
Floors, walls, wet areas
Some stones are softer or more porous than others. We will steer you to stones that suit the surface and the room.
Gentle products
Use pH-neutral cleaners rather than harsh or acidic products, which can etch or dull natural stone.
Natural stone vs porcelain
| Factor | Natural stone | Porcelain |
|---|---|---|
| Character | Unique, varies piece to piece | Consistent, printed |
| Sealing | Usually required | Not required |
| Maintenance | Gentle cleaners, periodic sealing | Just clean |
| Porosity | Higher, varies by stone | Very low |
| Best for | Character floors & features | Low-maintenance everywhere |
Estimate your coverage
An estimate only. Natural stone varies, so order a sensible waste allowance and, ideally, a little extra from the same batch for future repairs. Our team will confirm quantities.
“Natural stone is beautiful but it is honest work, it wants sealing and it wants gentle cleaners, not the harsh stuff. If someone wants the stone look with none of the upkeep, I will show them a stone-effect porcelain instead. If they want the real thing, we will make sure they know how to look after it.”
Built for tilers and installers
Both showrooms have a trade counter for natural stone, sealant, adhesive and accessories.
- Trade counters at Wigston and Thurmaston
- Tiles, adhesive, grout and accessories from stock
- Advice on quantities and waste for a specific job
- Collection or free local delivery
Natural stone tiles, Leicester
Most do, on installation and periodically afterwards, to resist staining. We will advise for your specific stone.
Use pH-neutral cleaners. Avoid harsh or acidic products, which can etch or dull the surface.
Many stones are, when sealed correctly. Some are more porous than others, so we will steer you to a suitable stone.
Yes, natural variation is part of the appeal. Lay from several boxes at once for a balanced result.
Yes, free samples are available from both our Wigston and Thurmaston showrooms.
Yes, free local delivery across Leicester and Leicestershire, based on order size.