Large Format Tile Installation in Vancouver, BC
We specialize in large format tile installation in Vancouver, BC for modern porcelain and rectified tile—plus oversized porcelain slab panels where a seamless “slab look” is the goal. Expect laser-checked flatness, tight layout control, and lippage management so big formats finish clean and perform long-term.
Built for a seamless, upscale finish
Big formats demand precision. We manage flatness, pattern flow and edges so the finished surface looks intentional and performs in real-world use.
Large Format Tile Installation in Vancouver, BC (24×48, 48×96 & Porcelain Panels)
Need large format tile installation in Vancouver, BC with tight alignment, minimal grout lines, and clean edges? We install 24×48, 48×96 and oversized porcelain panels/slabs with laser-checked prep, lippage control systems, and waterproofing assemblies where required.
Also serving Metro Vancouver (Lower Mainland)
Based in Richmond, we take on large-format tile and porcelain panel projects across Metro Vancouver—especially where access, condo rules, and tight timelines need a coordinated install.
Why Vancouver Chooses Us for Large-Format Tile
Big panels look incredible—but only if flatness, handling and detail work are executed to a higher standard. We control substrate tolerances, pattern flow, and finishing so your surfaces read as clean, continuous stone.
Porcelain Panels & Slabs (48×96 / 60×120) — When You Want the “Slab Look”
If you searched “porcelain slab installers”, you’re likely planning a surface that reads like one continuous stone sheet. We install panels for full-height shower walls, feature walls, fireplace surrounds, and backsplashes—with sequencing, clean edge work and watertight detailing.
Slab showers & wet areas
Full-height porcelain panels reduce grout lines and simplify cleaning. We integrate membranes, drains, corners and niches so the assembly is built for real-world use.
Feature walls & fireplaces
We plan vein direction, minimize seams, and execute crisp terminations and miters where appropriate—so the surface looks intentional from every angle.
Recent Large-Format Tile & Panel Projects — Vancouver & Metro Vancouver
Examples of porcelain panel showers, feature walls, and minimal-grout large-format details.
What Is “Large Format” Tile — And Why It’s Popular in Vancouver Renovations
The sizes designers want
Large format typically means tiles over 15″ on any side. Common sizes include 24×48, 30×60 and 48×96. Fewer seams create uninterrupted flow and make rooms feel larger.
Oversized panels reduce grout maintenance—especially in showers, backsplashes, and feature walls.
Performance in coastal BC
Porcelain is dense, stain-resistant, and stable—excellent for humidity and everyday cleaning. In wet areas, waterproofing assemblies help prevent moisture intrusion, while uncoupling and expansion management protect the assembly long-term.
We can sequence panels for vein continuity through corners, miters, and niches so the pattern flows as designed.
Our Installation Process — Precision from Prep to Polish
Prep & planning
- Consultation + measure — layout, seam placement, logistics and access.
- Substrate evaluation — flatness, deflection, moisture, tolerances.
- Waterproofing/uncoupling — membranes, drains, corners, niches, uncoupling where needed.
- Laser layout + dry fit — cut balance, no slivers, clean sightlines.
Setting & finishing
- Setting + lippage control — correct trowel geometry, back-buttering, leveling systems.
- Miters + edges — mitered corners, polished edges, clean terminations.
- Grout selection — stain resistance, color match, minimal-joint aesthetics.
- Cleanup + handover — walkthrough, care plan, documentation.
Where Large Format Tile Excels — Homes, Condos, Retail & Hospitality
Residential
- Bathrooms & curbless showers — fewer grout lines, easier cleaning.
- Kitchens — full-height backsplashes and statement walls.
- Condo floors — clean transitions and documentation-ready installs.
Commercial
- Fireplaces & feature walls — showpiece cladding with tight details.
- Retail, clinics & lobbies — durable, hygienic finishes that maintain well.
- Exterior cladding — system-dependent (covered surrounds, freeze-thaw considerations).
Large Format Tile Cost — Vancouver
Pricing depends on size, prep, waterproofing, access, and detailing (miters, pattern flow). Use these ranges to plan—we confirm after an on-site review.
| Line Item | Typical Range* | What Affects It |
|---|---|---|
| Materials (large tile / panel) | $6 – $35 / sq ft | Brand, thickness, finish, stone-look quality |
| Installation — large tile (24×48) | $12 – $22 / sq ft | Flatness, layout complexity, cuts, lippage control |
| Installation — porcelain panels (48×96, 60×120) | $25 – $55 / sq ft | Handling equipment, miters, access, pattern flow |
| Self-leveling / crack isolation | $2 – $6 / sq ft | Substrate condition, tolerances, area size |
| Waterproofing (showers, wet rooms) | By quote | Membranes, drains, niches/benches, specs |
| Fireplace & feature-wall details | By quote | Miters, mounting, clearances, coordination |
*Guide only—your written estimate will itemize labor, materials and options. Request your free on-site quote.
Related Tile Services (Internal Links)
If your project is specialized, use the dedicated pages below for deeper guidance and tighter intent matching.
Wall & Shower Tile Installation
Full-height showers, surrounds, niches and waterproof details. View wall & shower service.Kitchen Backsplash Installation
Clean outlet cuts, tight lines and designer layouts. View backsplash service.Subfloor Leveling & Grinding
Self-leveling, grinding and crack isolation to meet tile tolerances. View prep options.Vancouver Tile Installation (Pillar)
Main guide for standards, prep and planning. View tile installation in Vancouver.What Local Clients Say
“Our slab shower looks like a spa. The layout feels intentional and the site was spotless.” — A. Chen, Vancouver
“They corrected the subfloor and the 24×48 tiles are glass-flat. Clean lines everywhere.” — P. Singh, Burnaby
“The fireplace cladding is a showstopper. Tight miters, minimal seams, premium finish.” — N. Taylor, North Vancouver
Large Format Tile — FAQs
What is considered large format tile?
Tiles over 15″ on any side. Common sizes include 24×48, 30×60, 48×96 and 60×120 porcelain panels/slabs.
Do you install large format tile in condos?
Yes. We coordinate elevator bookings, protection requirements, work hours, and access constraints so installs stay smooth and building-compliant.
Do you provide waterproofing for showers?
Yes. We build wet-area assemblies with membranes, drains, corners and niches to suit the scope and specifications.
How do you control lippage?
Lippage control starts with flatness. We evaluate tolerances, prep as needed, and use appropriate mortars and leveling systems for consistent results.
What does installation cost?
Costs vary by size, prep, waterproofing, detailing and access. Use the ranges above, then request a free on-site estimate for exact pricing.
Do you work with designers and builders?
Yes—we coordinate around specifications, seam layouts, timelines, and documentation needs.
Get a Free Large-Format Tile Quote
Upgrade your bathroom, kitchen, fireplace or lobby with precision-installed large-format tile and porcelain panels.
Information on this page is for planning and education. Final recommendations depend on site conditions, tile specifications, and intended use.