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Zellige Tiles Sydney

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Kalafrana Ceramics is Sydney's specialist supplier of authentic handmade Moroccan Zellige tiles and premium European Zellige look tiles, imported from Spain and Italy. Zellige tiles are perfect for a Modern Mediterranean, rustic farmhouse or coastal beach house style, and make a stunning bathroom feature wall or kitchen splashback.

Our authentic Moroccan Zellige tiles are priced at $265 per sqm, with our European Zellige Look range starting from $99 per sqm.

Traditional Zellige and Bejmat tiles are handmade, clay-fired tiles — expect natural variation in surface texture, size, flatness, tone and glazing across every batch. We're always happy to talk through the pros and cons of this material with you in person. Our European Zellige look tiles replicate that same handcrafted texture and tonal variation, but with far easier installation, no sharp exposed edges, and a lower cost.

For an overview of our full pattern tile range by category — Spanish, Moroccan, encaustic, checkerboard and more — visit our Pattern Tiles Sydney collections page.

Visit us at 176 Marion Street, Leichhardt NSW 2040
Call: +61-2-9569-5010
Email: info@kalafranaceramics.com.au

Authentic Moroccan Zellige vs European Zellige Look — Which Should You Choose?

Authentic Moroccan Zellige is a genuinely handmade product. Each tile is cut and glazed by hand and clay-fired individually, so you'll see natural variation in surface texture, size, flatness, tone and glazing from tile to tile — that's part of its charm, and it's a look that simply can't be replicated by machine.

Our European Zellige look tiles, made in Spain and Italy, are designed to capture that same handcrafted texture and tonal variation, but are manufactured to consistent, uniform dimensions. That makes them considerably easier and more forgiving to lay, with no sharp exposed edges to work around, at a lower cost per square metre.

  • Authentic Moroccan Zellige — $265/sqm, genuinely handmade, natural variation, raw hand-cut edges.
  • European Zellige Look — from $99/sqm, easier installation, no sharp edges, consistent sizing.
  • Both — capture the tactile, artisan texture that makes Zellige so distinctive.

We always talk buyers through the pros and cons of each material in person — visit our Leichhardt showroom to see and feel the difference for yourself.

Where Do Zellige Tiles Work Best in a Home?

Zellige tiles are a feature product first and foremost — their handcrafted texture and glaze depth reward being seen at eye level or in generous, uninterrupted runs, rather than being confined to small trims.

  • Bathroom feature walls — behind the vanity, shower niche or full-height in the shower.
  • Kitchen splashbacks — a handmade texture that brings warmth to Mediterranean and farmhouse kitchens.
  • Modern Mediterranean, rustic and coastal beach house interiors — Zellige is a natural fit for these looks.
  • Feature niches and joinery splashbacks — a small run makes a striking focal point.

Our team can help you work out how much Zellige you'll need and where it will have the most impact — drop into the Leichhardt showroom or send us an enquiry.

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Zellige Tile Range

What are Moroccan Zellige tiles?

Moroccan Zellige tiles are handmade clay tiles, fired and glazed individually, creating natural variations in colour, texture and shape from tile to tile.

Do you supply Zellige tiles in Sydney?

Yes, Kalafrana Ceramics supplies authentic Moroccan Zellige tiles and European Zellige look tiles from our Sydney showroom in Leichhardt.

Are Zellige tiles suitable for bathrooms and kitchens?

Yes, Zellige tiles are commonly used for bathroom feature walls, kitchen splashbacks and decorative wall applications.

What is the difference between authentic Moroccan Zellige and European Zellige look tiles?

Authentic Moroccan Zellige is handmade and clay-fired, so it shows natural variation in texture, tone and flatness and has slightly raw, hand-cut edges. Our European Zellige look tiles, made in Spain and Italy, replicate that same handcrafted texture and tonal variation but with far easier installation, no sharp exposed edges, and a lower cost.