Aberdeen Tile Distributors

What Aberdeen Tile Distributors does

Aberdeen Tile Distributors Ltd is a privately held, small-scale tile supply and installation company headquartered in Aberdeen, Scotland. Incorporated in November 2002 (company number SC239511) and operating from a single showroom at 56 Virginia Street, Aberdeen, the company employs approximately 5 people and serves residential and commercial customers throughout North East Scotland under the trading name 'Aberdeen Tile'. It carries a single-product-line assortment of ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, and wood-effect tiles organized into Marble, Stone, Wood, Wall, Concrete, and Contemporary collections, almost entirely sourced from Italian manufacturer Imola Ceramica, alongside installation accessories (Warmup undertile heating, Mapei and Tilemaster adhesives/grouts, Jackoboard backer boards). The company also provides professional in-house tile fitting for indoor and outdoor projects.

The underlying technology stack is non-proprietary: there is no internal software platform, no app, no public API, and no AI capabilities. The closest technological feature is Imola Ceramica's 'tile detector' imaging used at the supplier level to reproduce natural materials, which Aberdeen Tile resells but does not operate. Digital presence is limited to a content website, Google reCAPTCHA, third-party payment processing, and organic social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram, and X.

The business model is sales-led and direct. Revenue is generated from three streams: (1) one-time tile product sales via the showroom, (2) professional installation services performed by in-house qualified tilers, and (3) hardware/accessory sales. Pricing is quote-based with free no-obligation estimates across North East Scotland; no public pricing, contracts, or enterprise agreements are disclosed. The customer base is split between a primary residential segment (homeowners) and a secondary commercial segment, with no named enterprise logos. Distribution is regional and showroom-centric, with field installation teams deployed across North East Scotland.

Name

Aberdeen Tile Distributors

Legal name

Aberdeen Tile Distributors Ltd

Website

https://aberdeentile.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Aberdeen Tile Distributors is a small, privately held tile supplier and installer based in Aberdeen, Scotland. Operating from a single showroom with in-house fitters, it sells Imola Ceramica ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, and wood-effect tiles plus accessories to residential and commercial customers across North East Scotland.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Tile Distribution & Installation Services

NAICS

Flooring Contractors (238330)

akta.pro primary industry

Tile & Stone Specialty Retail (CRAIAGAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Tile & Stone Flooring Installation (HSAPAGAE), Bathroom Tilework (Floor & Wall Tile Installation) (HSAPABAE), Flooring Installation Services (Retailer-Affiliated) (CRAIAGAK), Flooring Tools, Adhesives, Grout & Installation Supplies Retail (CRAIAGAJ)

Keywords

• Ceramic tile distribution
• Porcelain tile supply
• Tile installation services
• Natural stone tiles
• Undertile heating systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Aberdeen

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Tile Product Sales: Sale of ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, and wood-effect tiles from various collections including Marble, Stone, Wood, Wall, Concrete, and Contemporary categories. Products are sold directly through the showroom.
2. Tile Installation Services: Professional tile fitting service using the company's own teams of experienced and fully qualified tile installers. Services include wall and floor tiling for residential and commercial projects, plus under tile heating installation.
3. Accessories Sales: Sale of tiling accessories including Warmup undertile heating systems, Mapei and Tilemaster adhesives and grouts, Jackoboard tile insulation backer boards, and colour-matched silicon sealants.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Aberdeen Tile Distributors supplies ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, and wood-effect tiles through its Aberdeen showroom and provides professional in-house tile fitting services throughout North East Scotland. The company also stocks complementary installation accessories including Warmup undertile heating, Mapei and Tilemaster adhesives/grouts, and Jackoboard insulation backer boards, delivering a design-supply-install offering for both residential and commercial projects.

Product overview

Aberdeen Tile Distributors operates as a tile supply and installation company offering a comprehensive portfolio of ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, and wood-effect tiles organized into distinct collections: Marble (The Room, Canova, Genus, Muse), Stone (Volcano3D, Cubics, Lyon, Denverstone, Blox, Blue Savoy, Lime-Rock, Koshi, X-Rock, Walk, Sicily), Wood (Renaissance, Wall Art, Daring, Kuni, Koala), Wall (Shades, Pop, Mash-up), Concrete (Azuma), and Contemporary (Parade, Tube). The company complements its tile offerings with essential installation accessories including Warmup Undertile Heating systems, Mapei and Tilemaster Adhesives and Grouts, and Jackoboard Tile Insulation Backer Board. Services include professional tile fitting for both residential and commercial projects throughout North East Scotland.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• The Room (Marble Collection) Marble-effect porcelain stoneware collection offering eight natural marble interpretations including Black Dahlia, Cremo Delicato, Grand Antique D'Aubert, Infinity Brazil, Invisible White, Panda White, San Pedro, and Statuario Vena Piccola, supplied to residential and commercial customers.
• Volcano3D (Stone Collection) Concrete-effect 3D tile series for wall and floor applications, supplied to customers seeking textured industrial-style finishes.
• Renaissance (Wood Collection) Wood-effect tile range combining plant-tissue aesthetics with metallic reflective capacity for residential and commercial interiors.
• Shades (Wall Collection) Mediterranean-inspired wall tile collection in 20x60 cm format featuring solar and marine colour palettes for bathroom and kitchen feature walls.
• Azuma (Concrete Collection) Concrete-effect tile range inspired by Japanese design philosophy, suitable for both residential and commercial installations.
• Warmup Undertile Heating Systems Energy-efficient undertile heating systems from Warmup (Queen's Award for Enterprise 2020 winner), supplied to customers seeking low-maintenance floor heating solutions.
• Adhesives and Grouts (Mapei & Tilemaster) Professional-grade adhesive and grout products from Mapei and Tilemaster in rapid/slow set and pre-mixed/powder formats, supplied alongside tiles to trade and DIY customers.
• Jackoboard Tile Insulation Backer Board Water-repellent, thermally insulating construction boards for custom floor, wall and furnishing applications where direct tile fixing is required.
• Professional Tile Fitting Service Tile installation service delivered by in-house teams of fully qualified tilers for indoor and outdoor residential and commercial projects, including undertile heating installation.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• WarmupcoreTechnology or IntegrationAberdeen Tile is a supplier of Warmup undertile heating systems. Warmup is a winner of The Queen's Award for Enterprise International Trade 2020, recognised for quality and performance. The systems are energy efficient with low running costs and require little or no maintenance.
• MapeicoreOthersAberdeen Tile stocks Mapei adhesives and grouts, which are considered among the best available. Mapei products include rapid and slow set options, pre-mixed and powder formats suitable for wet or dry environments.
• TilemastercoreOthersAberdeen Tile stocks Tilemaster adhesives and grouts alongside Mapei products. Tilemaster is considered among the best available options for professional tile installations.
• JackoboardminorOthersAberdeen Tile is a stockist of Jackoboard tile insulation backer boards. These construction boards are water repellent, thermally insulating, and allow tiles to be installed directly to the surface.
• Imola CeramicacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAberdeen Tile distributes Imola Ceramica tile collections including Marble (The Room, Canova, Genus, Muse), Stone (Volcano3D, Cubics, Lyon, Denverstone, Blox, Blue Savoy, Lime-Rock, Koshi, X-Rock, Walk, Sicily), Wood (Renaissance, Wall Art, Daring, Kuni, Koala), Wall (Genus, Shades, Pop, Mash-up), Concrete (Azuma), and Contemporary (Parade, Tube) ranges.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Tile Giant: UK tile retail chain with a broad assortment of ceramic, porcelain, and natural stone tiles. Comparable as a multi-outlet tile specialist competing for the same end customers, including in the trade and DIY segments.
• Walls and Floors: Online-led UK tile retailer offering ceramic, porcelain, mosaic and natural stone tiles. Comparable core product mix; differs in being digital-first rather than showroom-led, but competes for the same end-consumer tile purchase.
• Mandarin Stone: UK premium natural stone and porcelain tile retailer with showrooms and installation services. Comparable to Aberdeen Tile's premium positioning, supplier relationships with European manufacturers, and design-led showroom model.
• CTD Tiles (Ceramic Tile Distributors): UK tile specialist retailer with showrooms and trade accounts nationwide. Closely comparable product range (ceramic, porcelain, natural stone) and customer base, including both retail and trade segments.
• Topps Tiles: The UK's largest specialist tile retailer with a national store estate and online channel. Directly comparable to Aberdeen Tile in core tile retail product offering, though operating at vastly greater scale and with omnichannel reach.
• Porcelain Superstore: UK online and showroom-based porcelain and ceramic tile specialist with a design-led assortment similar to Aberdeen Tile's Imola Ceramica-led range. Comparable in premium tile positioning and target residential renovation customer.

Broad incumbents

• Travis Perkins: UK builders' merchant serving trade customers with building materials including tile adhesives, grouts, and associated products. Adjacent competitive presence in the supply chain that underpins Aberdeen Tile's installation work.
• B&Q: Largest UK DIY retailer selling tiles alongside thousands of other home improvement products. Competes with Aberdeen Tile on price-led tile purchases but does not offer bespoke design or in-house qualified installation in the same way.
• Wickes: UK home improvement retailer with tile ranges, installation services via partners, and a national store footprint. Overlaps with Aberdeen Tile on tile retail and adjacent installation services, though tile is one category within a much broader DIY portfolio.

Others

• Mapei (UK): Global manufacturer of tile adhesives, grouts, and installation systems stocked by Aberdeen Tile. Relevant as an upstream supplier and ecosystem participant whose product range and training support influence the company's installation quality.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/aberdeentile
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/aberdeen-tile-distributors

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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