Outdoor Tiles

Q: What are the best outdoor tiles for a UK patio?

Outdoor porcelain tiles are the most practical choice for UK patios. Porcelain is frost-resistant, low-maintenance and dense enough to handle British winters. Look for a slip-resistance rating of R11 or above: it's the standard recommended for exterior use in the UK. Large-format outdoor patio tiles work particularly well on open terraces, keeping the look clean and the grout lines to a minimum.

Q: What is the difference between outdoor porcelain tiles and outdoor ceramic tiles?

Outdoor porcelain tiles are denser and less porous than ceramic, so they're more resistant to frost, moisture and staining — making them the more dependable choice for most outdoor floor tile applications in the UK. Standard ceramic tiles are not frost-resistant and aren't suitable for outdoor floors. Frost-rated ceramic tiles can work in sheltered outdoor wall applications, but porcelain is the safer choice wherever tiles will be exposed to the elements.

Q: Are outdoor garden tiles slippery when wet?

Good outdoor garden tiles are rated for slip resistance, so they're designed to be safe underfoot in wet conditions. R11 is the minimum recommended rating for exterior use in the UK. If you're unsure what to look for, our technical guides can help you choose with confidence.

Q: What thickness should outdoor patio tiles be?

Outdoor patio tiles are best at 20mm thick. This is the standard for outdoor porcelain floor tiles in the UK, whether you're laying onto a mortar bed over a prepared sub-base or using a direct-lay method on compacted hardcore. Thinner tiles should only be used in covered areas or laid on a fully concrete solid base. It's worth checking our technical guides or getting in touch if you're unsure about the right installation method for your project.

Q: Can outdoor floor tiles be used indoors too?

Outdoor floor tiles are perfectly suitable for indoor use. Running the same tile inside and out is one of the simplest ways to create a sense of continuity between spaces. Many of our outdoor porcelain tiles work well in kitchens, hallways and utility rooms, and they tend to be especially hardwearing in those high-traffic areas.

The garden's become another room. Somewhere to cook, gather and properly unwind. Our outdoor tiles are chosen with that in mind: materials that hold their character season after season, whatever the British weather decides to do.

We stock outdoor porcelain tiles and outdoor glazed ceramic tiles in a range of finishes, formats and tones. Porcelain brings density and low maintenance. Ceramic brings textureand colour. And both are selected because they're worth living with, not just looking at.

So whether you're laying outdoor patio tiles that flow straight from the kitchen, adding pattern to a garden path or giving a tired courtyard a rethink, there's something here that'll feel right for the space. Neutral tones draw the inside out. Bolder colours hold their own in the light.

What to think about before you choose:

Slip resistance: look for an R11 rating as a minimum for outdoor floor tiles. It's the standard recommended for exterior use in the UK, where wet weather is a given
Format: large-format tiles suit generous terraces; smaller formats give you more flexibility on awkward shapes
Finish: textured surfaces offer better grip and are a safer choice in wet conditions
Thickness: 20mm is the ideal thicknessfor outdoor floor tiles, whether you're laying on a mortar bed or directly onto a prepared sub-base. Thinner tiles should only be used in covered areas or laid on a fully concrete solid base

Every tile in this collection is chosen to meet the practical demands of outdoor use. And we're here to help you find the one that works for your space, not just the category.

Browse our Outdoor Floor Tiles, Outdoor Wall Tiles and Outdoor Tiles Edit, or order a free cut sample to see how a tile looks in your light before you decide.