Buying Tiles in Sharjah: Showrooms, Sizes & Styles | Volark
If you’re renovating a villa in Al Noaf or fitting out a new apartment off Al Wahda Street, chances are someone has already told you the same thing: for tiles, go to Sharjah. They’re not wrong. Sharjah’s Industrial Area is where a big slice of the UAE’s tile trade actually happens — showrooms, warehouses and manufacturers packed along a few roads, selling to homeowners and contractors from every emirate.
This guide walks you through how to buy tiles here without wasting a Saturday driving between showrooms. Where to look, what sizes make sense for UAE homes, which styles are moving right now, and the questions worth asking before you hand over a deposit.
Why Sharjah is where the UAE buys tiles
Two reasons, mostly. Selection and value. Dubai and Abu Dhabi have plenty of retail tile boutiques, but the density of stock sits in Sharjah’s Industrial Area — especially around Maliha Road and Industrial Area 18. You’ll find full container ranges on the floor, not just sample boards, which means you can see a 1200x2400 slab standing up before you commit to forty square metres of it.
The other reason is that a lot of the supply chain is here. Buy closer to the source and there’s less markup stacked on top, plus more room to sort out a proper quote. Contractors know this, which is why you’ll see pickups loading up on a weekday morning while a family measures out a bathroom next to them.
Where the showrooms actually are
Most of the serious tile showrooms cluster in Industrial Area 18, with Maliha Road acting as the spine. It’s a working area — warehouses, forklifts, signage in three languages — not a polished mall. That can feel intimidating on a first visit, but it’s exactly why the range and the pricing are what they are.
A tip from experience: go with rough measurements and a photo of the space on your phone. Showroom teams here are used to matching a floor tile to your cabinets or a feature wall to your majlis, and it’s far easier when they can see the room. Our own showroom sits right in this corridor — Volark Tiles on Maliha Road, Industrial Area 18, if you want a place to start.
Tile sizes that make sense in UAE homes
Size is where a lot of people get stuck, so here’s the short version of what works where.
600x600mm is the everyday workhorse — floors, walls, most rooms. Easy to lay, easy to replace, forgiving on a budget.
600x1200mm has quietly become the default for modern apartments and villa living rooms. Fewer grout lines, a cleaner look, and it makes a room read bigger — which matters in a compact Sharjah apartment.
Large-format (1200x2400mm and up) is where the premium end lives now: feature walls, showroom-style living rooms, that near-seamless finish. It needs skilled installers, so factor that in.
For terraces, courtyards and around a pool you want a 20mm outdoor tile with a proper slip rating — not an indoor floor tile pushed outside. More on that below.
The styles moving right now
A few looks keep coming up in Sharjah showrooms this year. Wood-effect porcelain is still strong — it gives villas that warm parquet feel without the swelling or upkeep real wood suffers in this climate. Soft neutrals — beige, cream, warm grey — dominate floors, because they hide dust and suit both a traditional majlis and a minimalist apartment.
On walls, textured and carved surfaces are having a moment, especially in entrances and TV feature walls. And for outdoor spaces, stone-look and textured porcelain in earthy tones is the safe, good-looking choice.
What to check before you order
This is the part that saves you grief later. Before you confirm anything, run through these.
Water absorption — for wet areas and outdoors you want porcelain below 0.5%. Ask for the figure; a good supplier will know it.
Slip resistance — for bathrooms, pools and terraces, look for an R11-rated surface. Around water this is non-negotiable.
Batch and quantity — confirm the full amount you need comes from the same batch. Dye lots vary, and topping up later with a different batch shows.
Delivery — check what delivery to your emirate costs and how long it takes. Volark delivers across all seven emirates from the Sharjah base, so a Dubai or Ajman address is routine.
Not sure how many boxes you actually need? Our tile calculator gives you the count from your room measurements before you even call.
Buying from a manufacturer vs a reseller
Worth understanding: some Sharjah showrooms are resellers, and some — like Volark — manufacture and supply directly. Buying closer to the source usually means better consistency across a large order and a straighter answer when you ask about specs and certifications. If you’re tiling a whole villa or a project, that consistency matters more than a few dirhams saved on a single box.
Visit the Volark showroom in Sharjah
If you’d rather see tiles in person before deciding, come by. Our Sharjah showroom on Maliha Road, Industrial Area 18 has the full range on the floor — porcelain, ceramic, outdoor and large-format — and the team can match sizes and finishes to your space. We deliver UAE-wide, so it doesn’t matter which emirate your project is in.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the main tile market in Sharjah?
Most tile showrooms and warehouses are in Sharjah’s Industrial Area, especially Industrial Area 18 along the Maliha Road corridor. It’s the densest concentration of tile stock in the UAE, which is why buyers come from every emirate.
Is it cheaper to buy tiles in Sharjah than Dubai?
Generally the value is better, because much of the supply chain and several manufacturers are based in Sharjah, so there’s less markup than a Dubai retail boutique. The selection on the floor is usually wider too.
What tile size is best for a UAE apartment?
600x1200mm has become the popular choice for modern apartments — fewer grout lines and a cleaner, more spacious look. 600x600mm remains the reliable all-rounder for smaller rooms and tighter budgets.
Can I get tiles delivered from Sharjah to Dubai or Abu Dhabi?
Yes. Volark delivers from its Sharjah base across all seven emirates, so Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ajman and the rest are covered. Confirm timing and cost for your specific address when you order.
Should I buy from a tile manufacturer or a reseller?
For large or whole-home orders, buying from a manufacturer usually means better batch consistency and clearer answers on specifications and certifications. For a small job either works — just confirm the stock is from one batch.
Planning a tiling project anywhere in the UAE? Visit our Sharjah showroom on Maliha Road, Industrial Area 18, or message the team on WhatsApp for sizes, stock and a quick quote.
