Ceramic and porcelain tiles: UAE prices and buying tips
Porcelain and ceramic tiles in the UAE are listed from about AED 70 for a 60 × 60 cm floor tile up to about AED 450 for a large porcelain slab, so size and finish drive the price. The fastest way to current prices for your floor area is a request on BlaBlaPrice, where sellers reply with their own offer.
Approximate prices in United Arab Emirates, November 2026 (sellers' websites)| Tile type | Price range |
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| Floor tile, 60 × 60 cm | AED 70–155 |
| Large format tile, 120 × 60 cm | AED 144–191 |
| Decorative tile, 20 × 20 cm | AED 112–264 |
| Large porcelain slab, 2.75–2.8 m | AED 299–449 |
Standards to check for water and façades
Ask the seller for the water absorption class. Some UAE sellers state that their porcelain meets ISO 10545-3 Group BIa, a low water-absorption class, and porcelain is generally denser and more water-resistant than ceramic, which suits UAE homes. Some porcelain ranges are certified for ventilated façade systems, so check the specification if you plan to use it on an outside wall.
When the season suits fitting
The climate is very hot from May to September and mild from November to March. The mild months suit outdoor terraces and balconies best, while the long summer heat makes full days of fitting hard work, so book your fitter early in the cooler season. If your job can wait, the cooler months are the best time to start it.
Units, delivery and what to send
Listings give tile sizes in millimetres or centimetres, such as 600 x 600 mm or 1200 x 600 mm, and areas are measured in square metres, so measure your floor in m² before you ask for a quote. Ask whether a price is per tile, per box or per m², because sellers quote it differently. Ask too whether delivery covers Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman and Al Ain, and whether the price includes delivery to your site address. Tell the seller the design you like, the manufacturer if you have one, and your budget.
Getting offers through BlaBlaPrice is free for buyers. You describe the job in your own words in a chat, add a photo if it helps, and BlaBlaPrice's AI asks for missing details, then looks through sellers' websites and price lists in the UAE and shows the prices and businesses it finds. Sellers registered on the site answer in the chat with their own price and terms, while your contact details stay hidden until you decide to share them. For related materials, see Building & renovation or how BlaBlaPrice works.
Questions and answers
How much do porcelain tiles cost in the UAE?
Listed prices start at about AED 70 for a 60 × 60 cm floor tile and reach about AED 450 for a large porcelain slab. Ask whether each price is per tile, per box or per m².
Is porcelain better than ceramic for UAE homes?
Porcelain is generally denser, stronger and more water-resistant than ceramic, and some sellers state a low water absorption class of ISO 10545-3 Group BIa.
When is the best time to fit tiles?
The mild months from November to March suit outdoor work better, while the summer from May to September is very hot.
Does delivery cover all five cities?
Ask each seller whether delivery covers Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman and Al Ain, and whether it reaches your site address.
