17 of the best manufacturers of ceramic tiles

One of the most practical and durable finishing materials is ceramic tile. It is used in the design of both residential premises and garages, warehouses, boilers, swimming pools, etc. The tiled surface is easy to maintain, it has an elegant appearance. Today, the domestic market presents ceramic products from different manufacturers. To make the right choice, you should heed the advice of experts.

How to choose a ceramic tile

1. Purpose. To begin the search for the most beautiful ceramic tiles you need to assign a finishing material. Almost any collection will be suitable for living rooms. But in the bathroom, bathrooms and other rooms with high humidity requires moisture-resistant ceramics. If you have to finish the surface on the street, then frost resistance will become an important property of the material.
2. Wall or floor. Ceramic tiles are manufactured according to the place of installation. Since the floor models have a rough texture, many manufacturers apply a special anti-slip coating. On the packaging floor tile is indicated by a pictogram in the form of a human foot. A smooth tile is selected on the wall; it is not designed for high loads. Its manufacturers mark the icon in the form of a palm of the hand.
3. Picture. Ceramic tiles can be sold both with the same type of coloring, and with drawings of different sizes. When buying wall ceramics, you should immediately select the finishing material and on the floor. Some manufacturers have collections that include ceramic tiles on the wall and porcelain tiles on the floor. It is important that different batches have the same color shades.
4. Geometrical dimensions. Today, you can find both small (5x5, 10x10 cm) and very large (100x300 cm) tiles on sale. Typically, designers adhere to the following scheme. The smaller the surface area, the smaller the tile is chosen. In addition, it is customary to lay ceramic elements of a smaller size on the wall than on the floor.
5. Manufacturing accuracy. If the consumer plans to make a seam trim followed by grouting with a fugue, then low-cost collections can be preferred. Different tiles may differ in geometric dimensions within 1-2 mm. After registration, the difference will not be evident. But if the tile will fit tightly to each other without gaps, then in this case it is not worth saving. Search for perfectly accurate ceramics needed in the premium segment.
6. Additional elements. Various additional elements help to get a finished pattern of ceramic tiles. Therefore, when choosing a finishing material, it is important to pay attention to the presence of inserts, baseboards, corner elements, etc. in the trading network.

We selected the 17 best manufacturers of ceramic tiles. In compiling the rating, not only the assessments from experts and users to the factories, but also the opinion of experts and consumers about the best collections were taken into account.

What is the best ceramic or ceramic tiles?

Type of finishing material	Virtues	disadvantages
Porcelain stoneware	+ high strength + moisture resistance + frost resistance + wear resistance	- high price - small selection of designs - big weight
Ceramic tile	+ affordable price + wide variety of collections and individual items + wide range of sizes + low weight	- limited strength - not all series have moisture and frost resistance - not intended for walking in shoes

Rating of the best manufacturers of ceramic tiles

Nomination	a place	manufacturer	rating
The best manufacturers of inexpensive ceramic tiles	1	Kerama marazzi	4.8
	2	CERAMIN	4.7
	3	CERSANIT	4.7
	4	Azori	4.6
	5	GOLDEN TILE	4.5
	6	UNITILE	4.4
The best manufacturers of ceramic tiles in terms of price-quality ratio	1	FAP CERAMICHE	4.9
	2	LaFabbrica	4.8
	3	Italon	4.7
	4	Cerabati	4.6
The best collections of premium ceramic tiles	1	LAMINAM Kanka	4.9
	2	GRAZIA Vecchie Maioliche	4.8
	3	VALLELUNGA Foussana	4.8
	4	GRAZIA Venice	4.8
	5	EQUIPE Rhombus	4.7
	6	Venis madagaskar	4.7
	7	LAMINAM RUS I Naturali Marmi	4.7

The best manufacturers of inexpensive ceramic tiles

Decorating rooms with ceramic tiles is quite a costly undertaking. Often, before laying it is necessary to level the floors and walls. Therefore, many domestic consumers find their tiles in the budget segment. It is fiercely competitive with Russian manufacturers with trademarks of neighboring countries. Here are the best brands of inexpensive ceramics.

Kerama marazzi

Rating: 4.8

A large share of the domestic market in the budget and middle price segment is occupied by Kerama Marazzi. This producer of ceramic tiles succeeds in gaining popularity by combining affordable prices and Italian quality. The brand appeared in 1992 as a result of the merger of the well-known European company Marazzi and the Russian company Kerama. All production is in the Moscow region, and the technology, equipment and development provided by the Italian company. In the assortment you can find tiles that are associated with England or India, Italy or France, Spain or Scandinavia.

The experts gave the brand first place in the ranking for high accuracy, high-quality manufacturing and a rich line. Thanks to the developed trading network, you can buy tiles in different parts of Russia.

CERAMIN

Rating: 4.7

One of the best manufacturers in the post-Soviet space is the Belarusian company KERAMIN. Its products are well known to the Russian consumer since the times of the USSR. The company has gone through a serious modernization, has established cooperation with the Italian company "SACMI". Therefore, today the tiles of this brand compete on equal terms with well-known global manufacturers. In addition to ceramic tiles, the company produces high-quality plumbing.

In the catalog of the Minsk factory you can find interesting design solutions, ranging from the romantic "Venice" and ending with the landscape "Sakura". It is possible to pick up a tile both in kitchen, and in a bathroom, and in a corridor. The brand receives the second place for inaccurate geometry, which is sometimes found in collections.

CERSANIT

Rating: 4.7

The European consumer is well-known to the ceramic tile of the Polish company CERSANIT. A major manufacturer manufactures products in 12 factories that are equipped with the latest technology. In our market comes tile and plumbing. And at the Moscow Region enterprise unique glass borders are produced. Ceramic tile CERSANIT differs from its competitors by original design. In different collections there are both monochromatic elements and abstract patterns. The quality of ceramics is not inferior to manufacturers from Italy or France.

Domestic users are satisfied with the design solutions, a wide range of ceramic tiles. High price and deviations in geometry did not allow the brand to take a higher place in the rating.

Azori

Rating: 4.6

Azori ceramic tile has a good reputation among domestic consumers. It is produced in St. Petersburg at the enterprise "KeraMir". The high demand for the products of the Russian brand is explained by the unique design, thanks to which any room becomes unusual and cozy. The young manufacturer (on the market for 10 years) managed to establish an extensive distribution network, not only in our country, but also in the near abroad. The process of developing new collections is attended by both Russian and leading foreign experts.

Users like beautiful appearance, reasonable price, ease of installation and operation. The disadvantages include bad packaging, which is why the glaze is scratched.

GOLDEN TILE

Rating: 4.5

It is not easy to break into the markets of neighboring countries to the Ukrainian brand GOLDEN TILE. The products come off the assembly line of the Kharkov plate factory, which was put into operation immediately after the end of the war (1946). Ceramic tiles more than once hit the rating of the best products of Ukraine, and in 2005 the brand was in the TOP-100 manufacturers. The company experienced several upgrades, the last of which took place in 2007 with the participation of the Italian company "SACMI". Experts praised the quality of the tiles and a rich assortment. Cooperation with Italian designers allowed us to create more than 60 beautiful collections.

Russian consumers are complimentary about an interesting design, decent quality, a wide range of collections and an affordable price. The disadvantages include inaccurate geometric dimensions and the deficit in the Russian trade network.

UNITILE

Rating: 4.4

The inexpensive tile is offered to the Russian consumers by the firm UNITILE. Back in 1954, the Voronezh Plant of Ceramic Products began to work. To date, a small company has turned into a Group of Companies ("Shakhtyn ceramics", "Voronezh ceramics", "Markinsky brick factory"). Due to its own raw materials, the manufacturer manages to maintain low prices, increasing the range of ceramic tiles. Today, Spanish and Italian designers are working on the development of new rulers. Experts note the brightness of the colors and the Italian names of many collections.

The brand was not able to rise higher in our rating due to the average quality. Users in reviews complain about the fragility of the tiles, the difference in size and shades.

The best manufacturers of ceramic tiles in terms of price-quality ratio

The best design and quality stand out European manufacturers of ceramic tiles. And the higher the quality and luxurious decor, the more spending should be prepared by the consumer. Italian, Spanish and French brands set the tone for the Russian market. The experts liked the tile of the following manufacturers.

FAP CERAMICHE

Rating: 4.9

Those users who appreciate the Italian style and quality, should look at the products of the company FAP CERAMICHE. The main part of the tile is designed for bathrooms, but in the catalog you can choose a suitable finish for other rooms. The range of ceramics is not the widest, it includes 30 collections. But if you consider that all the tiles are made at the Italian enterprise in Sassuolo, it becomes clear that the brand relies on style and quality. The tile turns out ideal thanks to the rigid control system at each stage of production.

Domestic consumers are pleased with the design and quality of the tiles, the magnificent appearance even after many years of operation. The brand becomes the winner of our rating. Only the price does not cause much enthusiasm.

LaFabbrica

Rating: 4.8

The leading world leader in the production of ceramic tiles is the Italian company LaFabbrica. For many years, the manufacturer manages to hold the leading position due to the highest quality and rich assortment. The ability to create unique interiors attracts domestic products to Italian products. The wear resistance and durability of ceramics has been tested over the years, it is not surprising that a lot of positive feedback is received to the brand from all over the country. In different collections traced the traditions of countries from all continents. If ASTRA represents the Italian classics, then Kauri takes the consumer to New Zealand.

There are no complaints about the quality and appearance of the experts and users. The brand takes the second place in the ranking, giving the leader a lower price.

Italon

Rating: 4.7

The Italian-Russian joint venture Italon produces stylish tiles at affordable prices. The production site of the corporation is located in the Moscow region. It produces high-quality products with an exquisite design. Large elements in pastel shades hint at the aristocracy of the interior. The main part of ceramics is designed for wall decoration, the manufacturer offers durable ceramic granite as a floor covering. For strict classics and excellent quality, experts gave the brand a third line of the rating.

Strict users have their own opinion regarding Italon ceramic tiles. They are pleased with the appearance, pleasant to the touch texture, dimensional accuracy. But the durability of the upper layer leaves much to be desired.

Cerabati

Rating: 4.6

The oldest French manufacturer of ceramic products has been operating on the European market since 1864. Thanks to the merger with the Italian Marazzi Group corporation, original tiles with Italian hints come out of the factory conveyors. In the face of fierce competition, the brand is trying to conquer new markets due to a competent pricing policy. In the range there are products for all sectors of society. Ceramic tiles are made of white clay, which is roasted once. This is one of the reasons for brightness and unusual texture.

The brand is located one step away from the top three rankings, as the experts found a shortage of products in the Russian trading network. Therefore, feedback from consumers is very small in the thematic forums.

The best collections of premium ceramic tiles

Many manufacturers have a premium-level collection of ceramic tiles in stock. They meet the most stringent requirements of high-income buyers. Specialists highly appreciated the following series of expensive ceramics.

LAMINAM Kanka

Rating: 4.9

When the final estimate of the interior fades into the background, experts advise to pay attention to the ceramic tile LAMINAM Kanka. The uniqueness of the Italian collection is in imitation of nature.By aesthetics, products are not inferior to natural stone. Shades of oxidized metals gives the design a state of autumnal nature during leaf fall. The tile not only has a unique design, it easily withstands Russian frosts, retains its appeal for many years, and has the ability to self-purify. In the catalog you can choose products for different styles of interior.

Experts gave away the laurels of the winner of the collection for originality and high quality. Only the price can be an obstacle to purchase.

GRAZIA Vecchie Maioliche

Rating: 4.8

Italian ceramic Vecchie Maioliche ceramic tile from Ceramiche Grazia can be a unique decorative finish. The product personifies new approaches in the field of facing materials. Professional designers have worked hard to implement many exclusive solutions in one project. Italian ceramics will fit into any interior, starting with a room in a residential building and ending with the premises of a sales area. The experts appreciated the brevity and elegance of the tiles, the freshness and airiness of the motifs, the variety of shades. The collection occupies the second line of the rating. The high price of not only the entire series and each element was not allowed to become a winner. With regard to quality and design, in this regard, experts and users are satisfied with the Italian tiles.

VALLELUNGA Foussana

Rating: 4.8

The history of the Italian company Ceramica Vallelunga confirms the limitless possibilities of friendship between people. In the 50s of the last century, a group of like-minded people decided to combine their financial capabilities and build a small factory of ceramic tiles. This is how Ceramica Keraviv was born, transformed into the famous brand Vallelunga. The company's production facilities are concentrated in Nepi, located in the Italian province of Viterbo. This double fired tile is designed for floors and walls. To keep up with the times, the company is regularly upgraded, the design of collections is updated.

The collection falls into our rating for an exquisite style, adherence to Italian traditions and excellent quality. Users like the beauty of ceramics, perfect evenness and durability.

GRAZIA Venice

Rating: 4.8

Another collection of the famous Italian manufacturer Ceramiche Grazia falls into our rating. The Venice series made a splash at Cersaie 2014 in Bologna. Its uniqueness lies in the stained glass style. Ceramics designed for the design of bathrooms. Separate elements of the collection will become a real decoration when finishing the corridors, entrance groups, etc. The manufacturer offers the domestic consumer Pannello Fenice decors with a size of 80x40 cm, as well as 3 types of borders, corner details and baseboards. Their use allows to emphasize the classic style of the created interior.

The collection is located near the prize three, because it can not boast a variety of decors. But the quality and durability of ceramic tiles meets Italian standards.

EQUIPE Rhombus

Rating: 4.7

The Spanish factory Equipe Ceramicas has been working in the market of finishing materials since 1999. Initially, the company was engaged in the production of decorative elements, and since 2005, the main activity has been the production of small-format ceramic tiles. The EQUIPE Rhombus collection was presented to the public at the 53 Casa Decor exhibition. It has a rhombic shape measuring 24x14 cm. The tile allows you to creatively draw floor and wall surfaces both indoors and outdoors. Thanks to the anti-slip coating, the collection becomes an excellent option for decorating the floors of bathrooms and toilets.

Trademark hit in our rating is a regularity. It is a world leader in the production of small-format tiles.

Venis madagaskar

Rating: 4.7

Another Spanish brand VENIS was in our rating. The factory appeared in 1987, as a subsidiary of the famous company Porcelanosa. The goal of creating a new division is to master new types of tiles and experiment with design. In order to manufacture ceramic tiles of the highest quality, the manufacturer uses exclusively white clay. High strength, reliability and durability is achieved by strict adherence to technological discipline. Naturally imitates natural stone collection VENIS Madagaskar. The series received its name from the famous island in the Indian Ocean, where such natural stones as limestone and sandstone are found.

Users value Spanish ceramics for luxury, individuality, exclusivity. But the choice of tiles in our country is quite limited.

LAMINAM RUS I Naturali Marmi

Rating: 4.7

Italian brand LAMINAM is quite a young player in the market of finishing materials. Its history began in 2001 on the initiative of engineer Franco Stefani. Today, tiles are produced in two factories, one of which is located in Italy, and the other in Russia. LAMINAM RUS works in the Kaluga region, where the collection I Naturali Marmi is produced. It is a unique imitation of natural marble. A number of innovative technologies are used in the manufacturing process. Using a special print, the image of the marble cut is transferred to large slabs. As a result, receives a picture that the average person can not be distinguished from the original.

Users admire different shades of tiles, which allows you to choose the necessary combination for the interior of the room.

---

Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.