When choosing tiles for a home, office, or commercial project, price often becomes the biggest deciding factor. But while low-cost tiles might seem like a smart deal upfront, they often come with hidden costs that can cost you far more in the long run.

At Novoglobe Exports, we’ve seen many first-time buyers or importers fall into this trap, and we’re here to help you avoid it.

What Makes a Tile “Low-Quality”?

Low-quality tiles may look decent on the surface, but they often fail when it comes to:

• Strength and durability
• Water absorption
• Color consistency
• Dimensional accuracy
• Surface glaze life

These tiles are usually made with cheaper raw materials, poorly maintained machinery, or lack proper quality checks before shipping.

The Real Cost of Low-Quality Tiles

Here’s what you really pay for when choosing poor-quality tiles:

1. Frequent Replacements
   Cracks, chipping, or color fading can start showing within months, leading to re-installation costs.
2. Customer Complaints
   If you’re a distributor or showroom owner, selling inferior tiles can hurt your reputation and customer trust.
3. Installation Headaches
   Low-quality tiles often have uneven sizing or thickness, making them difficult to lay properly. This increases labor costs and installation time.
4. Moisture Damage
   Tiles with high water absorption can swell, stain, or detach over time — especially in kitchens and bathrooms.
5. Hidden Shipping Wastage
   Cheap suppliers may not pack tiles properly, resulting in breakage and product loss during transit.

How to Avoid Low-Quality Tiles

Here’s what you can do to protect your investment:

1. Ask for Samples and Certifications

Check the finish, thickness, and overall look of the tiles. Reputable exporters like Novoglobe Exports also provide certifications for product quality and strength.

2. Understand Tile Grades

Always confirm the tile’s grade (Grade 1 is best for high-end use). Low-grade tiles are often sold cheaper but don’t last long.

3. Check Manufacturer’s Reputation

Buy from suppliers who work with trusted Indian manufacturers, perform pre-shipment inspections, and value long-term relationships.

4. Know the Technical Specs

Look for details like:

• Water absorption percentage
• Surface finish quality
• ISO/CE standards compliance
• Tolerance level (size and thickness variation)

Inspect Packaging & Palletization

Proper export-grade packing prevents damage. At Novoglobe Exports, we use international standard packing with corner protection and strong pallets for container shipments.

Why Import Tiles from India with Novoglobe Exports?

We believe that long-term business is built on trust, not shortcuts. That’s why we offer:

• Top-quality porcelain, PGVT/GVT, and full-body tiles
• Carefully selected products from reliable Indian factories
• On-time delivery and transparent communication
• Pre-dispatch inspection and photo/video confirmation

Your success is our priority, and that begins with sending you tiles that your customers will love.

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Need Help Choosing the Right Tiles?

We’re happy to guide you step by step. Whether you’re a first-time importer or an experienced distributor, Novoglobe Exports is your reliable tile export partner from India.

📩 Contact us today to get high-quality tiles without surprises.