Clay Tiles Guide: Terracotta and Fired Clay for Floors, Walls and Roofs, Glazed and Unglazed Types, Absorption, Sealing, Heat and Insulation, Indicative Rates, Fixing and Care in Pakistan
Clay tiles are fired from natural clay and include terracotta floor tiles, wall tiles and roof tiles, valued for their warm colour and traditional look. Prices run from about PKR 60 to PKR 350 per square foot. This page covers floors, walls and roofs, glazed and unglazed types, absorption, sealing, heat and insulation, rates, fixing and care. For related pages see Pak clay tiles, brown tiles and exterior floor tiles.
Floors, walls and roofs
Clay floor tiles suit courtyards, verandas and kitchens, thin clay wall tiles suit feature walls, and curved or flat clay roof tiles suit sloped roofs. Each type has a different thickness and strength, so use only the right type for the job.
Indicative rates
These ranges show common retail figures.
| Item | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Unglazed terracotta floor tile | PKR 60 - 160 |
| Glazed clay floor tile | PKR 90 - 220 |
| Clay wall or brick-look tile | PKR 100 - 300 |
| Clay roof tile, per piece | PKR 40 - 150 |
| Fixing labour, per sq ft | PKR 40 - 100 |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
Glazed and unglazed
Unglazed clay is natural, warm and slightly porous, and it develops a patina over time. Glazed clay resists stains and is easier to keep clean. Choose glazed types for kitchens and unglazed for dry verandas.
Absorption and sealing
Clay absorbs water, so seal unglazed tiles before grouting and again after fixing, using a breathable sealer. Wet-area clay tiles should be glazed or well sealed. Check frost and damp resistance for outdoors.
Heat and insulation
Clay tiles keep floors cooler in summer and roofs benefit from airflow beneath. Roof tiles need a proper batten structure and slope. Heavy roof tiles need a strong frame.
Fixing and care
Soak or damp tiles as the maker advises, use a suitable adhesive and avoid acid cleaners. Sweep and mop with a neutral cleaner and reseal when water stops beading. Fitting should be done by a trained fixer, and the wall or floor checked for level, dryness and strength first.
What to check before buying
- Glazed or unglazed. Chosen by room
- Sealer. Breathable, applied twice
- Roof frame. Strong enough for weight
- Thickness. Right for floor or roof
Before you decide
Use glazed clay in wet areas, seal unglazed clay properly and check the structure under heavy roof tiles. Visit the seller's yard to see fired colour range, because clay varies between kilns and batches. Order everything together and store boxes under cover so rain does not stain unglazed pieces before fixing. Keep spare tiles from the same batch and note the shade code, since matching a tile later from a different batch is difficult. Ask the seller for written size, grade and return terms, view samples in the room's own light and compare total cost per square foot including fixing, not tile price alone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tiles fired from natural clay, including terracotta. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering.
Indicative retail rates run from about PKR 60 to 350 per square foot depending on type. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
Unglazed clay does, using a breathable sealer. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise.
They help keep floors and roofs cooler. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
Yes, choose glazed ones. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay.
Message us on WhatsApp with what you need and where it will be used. We check what we can supply and send a written rate showing the model, quantity, warranty and delivery, so you can judge it against other offers. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
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