Granite, Marble and Stone Tiles Australian Guide

Granite, marble and stone tile sizes are a specification decision as well as a visual one. Format, thickness, weight, finish, support, layout, sealing and access need to be reviewed together before the material is released.

Start with the stone and the support

Record whether the product is natural stone, engineered or a stone-look tile, then check thickness, weight, variation, finish and intended location. Large or heavy pieces can change handling, support and installation requirements.

Draw the layout before buying slabs or cartons

Show direction, veins, openings, corners, joints, stairs and visible edges. A stone pattern that works in one room may create a difficult cut or a colour change at the threshold. Approve several pieces or slabs together under the project lighting.

Keep the approval trail

Store product code, batch, sample photographs, care sheet and layout. A future replacement may need to be sourced from the same batch or treated as a visible variation.

Questions to resolve before ordering

Does a larger stone tile need extra support?

It may, depending on weight, substrate, fixing system, access and the selected location.

Are all stone tiles suitable for wet areas?

No. Check the exact surface, absorption, slip, sealing and installation details.

How should shade variation be approved?

Review multiple pieces together and record the accepted range before ordering.

Evidence boundary: Exact product suitability, Australian requirements, pricing and installation responsibility depend on the selected system and project. Check current manufacturer documents and obtain advice from the relevant Australian building professional before approval.

Send the room plan, stone code, sample photographs, access conditions and destination through the Forge contact page.