H&E Smith Ltd is a Specialist Tile Manufacturer and Distributor offering a wide range of wall and floor tiles. This includes our popular bespoke tile manufacturing service. We have a long reputation of working with architects and designers worldwide to help bring key elements of their projects to life. Our very popular Period Embossed Tile Range and Eco-Glazed Brick Slips are regularly used to create feature walls for restaurants, bars and retail outlets.

Tile Samples for Architects and Specifiers

As a specialist tile manufacturer, we are often asked to supply free samples to assist architects and specifiers in their selections. Consequently, we have significantly expanded our ceramic and porcelain tile range to meet diverse project needs.

By experiencing the style, color, and texture of specific tiles, designers can make more informed decisions. Furthermore, you can conveniently order samples directly through our website as you browse designs.

Additionally, we have a purpose-built tile sample showroom in Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire, dedicated to meeting all your design requirements.

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Tile Finder

Browse our tile ranges and request samples of tiles from us to help choose the most suitable products for your interior and exterior design projects.

Latest News

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The Timeless Allure of Victorian Tile Style in Modern Design

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Elevating Design Excellence: The Distinctive Period Embossed Victorian Tiles Range by H&E Smith

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London Underground Tiles

Specialist Tile Manufacturer – London Underground Tiles

Since the mid 1980’s H&E Smith has been manufacturing bespoke glazed ceramic tiles and faience for London Underground Station refurbishment projects.

From small patch and repair work to full station refit projects, we are proud to be the supplier of choice for Transport for London.

Our Products

Eco-Glazed Brick Slips

Eco-Glazed Brick Slips are thin sections of brick that are used to decorate a surface and enhance it’s appearance by creating the effect of a solid feature wall. Our Eco-Glazed Brick Slips are available in 20+ colours.

Bespoke Wall Tiles

H&E Smith offer a bespoke manufacturing service for their clients. As a specialist tile manufacturer, we always try to give our clients a first class service which leads to a happy purchasing experience and positive feedback.

Period Embossed Tiles

Ceramic Tiles for walls and floors ranging from traditional high gloss Victorian glazed tiles to contemporary fast fire multicolour silkscreened tiles to inspire the imagination of the interior designer.

Pavigrés Floor & Wall Tiles

As an official supplier of Pavigrés products, we can offer a wide range of design options for your next project. Porcelain wall and floor tiles from Pavigrés can be used for all manner of commercial settings to create something quite special.

Metro Tiles

Metro Tiles are a classic period tile that has become an increasingly popular wall tile in recent times. We manufacture and supply this tile range in a beautiful array of lustrous colours.

H&E Smith has been a Specialist Tile Manufacturer and Distributor since 1926.

Our website enables discerning designers and architects to source tiles based on criteria such as large format porcelain floor tiles or bespoke options. Moreover, the H&E Smith brochures are conveniently downloadable from the samples/brochure page.

Established in 1926 as Smith & Warrilow by William Henry Smith and Ernest Warrilow, the company initially specialized in refractory glazed tiles for fireplaces, later transitioning to high-quality, traditionally crafted English ceramic wall tiles.

The current name resulted from a company restructuring following Ernest Warrilow’s retirement. As a specialist tile manufacturer, the company has a long-standing reputation for supplying ceramic tiles to the London Underground, where reliable production schedules, quality, and precision are crucial for efficient service.

Among our most popular lines are Period Embossed Tiles and Eco-Glazed Brick Slips, all made on-site, frequently used to create feature walls in bars, restaurants, and retail outlets.

Our Eco-Glazed Brick Slips are becoming more and more popular. Due to their eco-friendly properties, ease of application and durability they are a great choice for both internal and external applications. A popular choice amongst architects and interior designers. You can visit our dedicated brick slip website here.

Our extensive experience with bespoke ceramic manufacturing has significantly enhanced our ability to collaborate closely with interior designers and specifiers.

Consequently, this has led to our large, worldwide client base in the fashion and restaurant sectors. This includes brands like Ben Sherman, Ted Baker, and Christian Louboutin, Jamie Oliver, Nandos, Hawksmoor, and Byron restaurants.

Furthermore, the business expansion has served as a catalyst over the past few years. As a specialist tile manufacturer, our deep market knowledge has enabled us to expand our product offerings.

This included the latest inkjet digital technology, innovative materials, and extra-large formats. Moreover, our range includes ultrathin porcelain panels and vast colour palettes, all accessible through one easy process.

As passionate designers and creators of ceramics, we continually explore new horizons. This involves reviewing materials, colours, and textures, which are reflected in our comprehensive product ranges. In addition, samples can be ordered through our website and dispatched within hours.

Our technical sales team is also readily available to visit clients, discuss options and assist in any way possible.