Flexible tiles are ultra-thin natural stone tiles on a flexible backing — thin enough to bend around curved walls, columns, arches and bulkheads where rigid tiles can't go. You get the genuine surface of quarried stone at a fraction of the weight of ceramic or porcelain, cut with hand tools and fixed with standard adhesive. Packs start from $84, with Australia-wide delivery and showrooms in Melbourne (Cranbourne West) and Sydney (Minchinbury).
Where flexible tiles work best
Curved feature walls and columns, kitchen splashbacks, bathroom and ensuite walls, fireplace surrounds, retail and hospitality fit-outs — and renovating over existing tiles without demolition. New to stone surfaces? Start with our stone cladding guide or explore the full stone wall panel range.
Flexible tiles vs ordinary tiles
| Sketch flexible tiles | Ceramic/porcelain tiles | |
| Bends around curves | Yes | No |
| Weight | Ultra-light | 15–25 kg/m² |
| Cutting | Knife or hand tools | Wet saw |
| Surface | Real natural stone | Glazed print |
| Install over existing tiles | Yes | Rarely |
Flexible tile FAQs
What are flexible tiles?
Ultra-thin natural stone bonded to a flexible backing, letting real stone bend around curves that rigid tiles can't follow.
Are flexible tiles real stone?
Yes — the surface is genuine natural stone, not a printed vinyl or PU imitation.
Can flexible tiles be used in showers and splashbacks?
Yes. Sealed with a penetrating sealer, they suit wet areas and kitchen splashbacks.
Can I lay flexible tiles over existing tiles?
Yes — with the right adhesive and a clean, sound surface, they install directly over existing tiles without demolition.
Are flexible tiles fire rated?
Fire testing for the flexible tile range is currently underway with an accredited Australian laboratory. Our thin stone veneer range already holds an NCC Group 3 classification (AS 5637.1-2015) — see our fire rating page.