Specializing in tiling trends dominating both the South African and international bathroom industry, Bella Tiles now includes the exquisite craftmanship and fine designs from the leading Italian Panaria Ceramic brand. Exclusive to Bella, the designer Italian tiles are inspired by the picturesque region after which they are named, bringing contemporary styling to both inside and outside areas.

Panaria Ceramica has its origins in creations of breath-taking ceramic surfaces for the home. Chic and sophisticated, the tiling brand is known for its commitment to exacting standards, deeply rooted in a culture of state-of-the-art tiling which transforms an environment into an alluring living space.

Distributed internationally, the Italian flair of Panaria Ceramica tiles have established the company as a world leader in the manufacture and distribution of stylish ceramic surfaces for flooring and cladding.

As leading South African tiling specialists for both the home and commercial developments, Bella Tiles is proud to align itself with long-standing Panaria tradition of over 40 years, combining innovative tiling technology with processes which facilitate eco-sustainability.

1. Zero.3

The Zero.3 range has two styles - Bookmatch A and Bookmatch B. Combining the aesthetic effect of a marble-look with the durability and hardiness of porcelain, these styles bring the luxurious feel associated with this natural stone. At a diameter of just 6mm, the Zero.3 tiles provide a versatile thin laminated option, adding to the collection’s suitability for newly constructed spaces or for use in renovations.

Zero.3 tiles come in a choice of two ranges – Zero.3 Prime Stone and Zero.3 Eternity.

Zero.3 Prime stone

In keeping with the Italian modern décor trend of natural colours, this contemporary range provides a selection of tiles in 5 shades : white prime; black prime; silver prime; greige prime (beige and grey) and sand prime. With finishes which bring a textured effect, this range adds variation and character to a room while complementing a variety of design schemes and applications.

Zero.3 Eternity

Available in 120x120cm and novel dimensions of 120x260cm, the Zero.3 range brings a captivating continuity of textures and colour. This is complemented by the Soft and Lux finishes which highlight the richness and variety of the veining, bringing colour depth and surface interest, while adding to the visual flow of the room.

2. Glance

The Glance collection echoes nature’s colours of different intensities of grey. Bella Tiles uses this to create a sleek, complete aesthetic effect, bringing a distinctive touch to your décor. These tiles re-create the texture and colour of cement, creating a versatile backdrop which allows you to express your individual style.

These floor and wall porcelain tiles are available in 5 colours and diameters, with 9 different formats and 14 styles. The Glance range truly makes you spoilt for choice with a selection of appealing on-trend tile designs from the dramatic Dark Roses, the romantic Light Roses and Listello Ribbon designs to the modern, edgier Mosaico Dark cube, which brings a 3-D contemporary look to the space.

Together with our tile specialists at Bella Tiles, these tiles can be used to bring your individual stamp to your design space. Emphasis is on continuity with the rectified formats allowing for installation with minimal grout lines, creating a definitive aesthetic effect. Additionally, the multi-format tiles give an infinite choice of laying solutions – providing you with a versatile tile which can accommodate different architectural demands.

With a water absorption coefficient of less than 0.05%, these tiles are one of the most water-resistant materials available on the market. Best of all they maintain this quality over time. They are easy to clean, with dust and stains easily removed making them an excellent choice for busy areas such as the kitchen or areas where you may frequently entertain.

3. North Cape

Bella Tiles uses the North Cape porcelain tiling range to capture the warmth of wood, bringing a relaxed yet sophisticated ambience to the room. Available in a selection of 4 colours, these floor and wall tiles mirror the evocative atmosphere of their namesake in Northern Italy, presenting tiles with a strikingly rich texture. Bringing freshness and appeal, the wood-look tiles create an authentic textured effect, creating a refined look of elegance and luxury.

Additionally, these porcelain tiles create the grained look without the costliness associated with natural wood. And if you happen to spill any liquid, they are easily cleaned, making them user friendly. This resistance to moisture plus their ability to handle high traffic, makes them suitable as a majestic feature for both in- and outdoors.

The North Cape tiles have two diameters of 10 and 12 mm and 3 sizes of 20 x 90.5; 20 x 180 cm; 30 x 180cm, providing a variety of dimensions to suit your design requirements.

Finishing touches

All three of these tile ranges are part of the PROTECT series which has an antibacterial shield incorporated in the tile, eliminating up to 99.9% of surface bacteria – giving you a luxurious, unique finish which protects your family too. From the more natural looking stones of wood and cement to the sleek textured marble-look surfaces, Bella Tiles brings continental charm through the exclusivity of the Panaria Ceramic collection. This is underpinned by the boutique, specialised assistance from the Bella Tiles team, helping you to create a unique look which contributes to inspired lifestyle living, gracing your home with fashionable Italian elegance and charm.