Photo Tiles

Photo USA's photo tile collection covers coated ceramic and glass sublimation tiles from 1.75 in squares to 12 x 12 in wall pieces, bought by photographers, personalized gift sellers, memorial businesses and home decor shops. Prices run about $0.79 to $3.89 per piece by the case, which makes Photo USA one of the best places to buy sublimation tiles wholesale.

What's in this collection

• 1.75 x 1.75 in tiles, 200 per case for $158, about $0.79 each, for magnets, pendants and inlays.
• 4.25 in squares in glossy and matte, 48 per case for $70.32, about $1.46 each.
• A 4 in heart tile, 100 per case, about $1.72 each.
• The 6 x 6 in photo tile, 36 per case from $61.88, about $1.72 each, plus a 6 x 6 glass tile at about $3.11.
• 6 x 8, 8 x 8, 8 x 10 and 8 x 12 in tiles at about $1.96 to $2.82 each.
• A 12 x 12 in display tile, 16 per case from $62.28, about $3.89 each.

Which sublimation tile to start with

Etsy and print on demand: the 6 x 6 glossy. It is the classic photo gift size and costs under two dollars. Craft fair vendors: 4.25 in tiles sold as coasters; add cork or felt backing yourself. Photographers and memorial sellers: 8 x 10 or larger, in matte if the piece will hang under a light. Gloss gives deeper blacks and richer color for photos; matte kills reflections. A tile is viewed up close, so ask customers for the original photo file, not a screenshot.

How much can you make

Custom photo tiles list for about $8 to $21 on Etsy, and for larger photo gifts, personalized photo slates list for about $16 to $38 on Etsy. As an example, 36 tiles at 6 x 6 cost $61.88 and return $432 at $12 each. In a second example, 36 tiles at 8 x 10 cost $89.60 and return $720 at $20 each.

Holiday timing and 2026 trends

Tiles sell as Christmas and memorial gifts, so order by early November, and before December at the latest. Friendsmas, holiday parties with friends, favors friend group photos and pet portraits. Craftmas, holiday DIY craft nights, uses 4.25 in and 1.75 in tiles for coaster and magnet making.

Read photo keepsake Christmas gifts and photo gifts for the Q4 season.

One case minimum, no dollar minimum. Most orders ship within 24 hours from Fremont, CA and Kentucky. Sourced and distributed by Photo USA Corp.

Frequently asked questions

What sizes of sublimation tile do you stock?

From 1.75 x 1.75 in up to 12 x 12 in: 1.75 in, 4 in heart, 4.25 in in gloss and matte, 6 x 6, 6 x 8, 8 x 8, 8 x 10, 8 x 12 and 12 x 12, plus a 6 x 6 glass tile.

Where is the best place to buy sublimation tiles in bulk?

Photo USA sells tiles by the case at about $0.79 to $3.89 per piece, with a one case minimum and most orders shipped within 24 hours.

Which tile size should a new photo gift shop start with?

The 6 x 6 glossy at about $1.72. It suits most photos, fits common presses and sells as a finished gift.

Can you sublimate onto any ceramic tile?

No. A tile must be coated to accept a dye sublimation transfer. Hardware store tiles are not, which is why they print faded or patchy. Every tile here carries an ORCA Coatings surface.

Gloss or matte sublimation tiles?

Gloss gives deeper blacks and more saturated color for photos. Matte kills reflections for pieces that hang under a light. The 4.25 in comes in both.

How much can I make selling custom photo tiles?

Custom photo tiles list for about $8 to $21 on Etsy. As an example, a 6 x 6 tile costing about $1.72 and sold at $12 leaves about $10 before ink and labor.

Can sublimation tiles be used as coasters?

Yes, and the 4.25 in square is the usual size. Add cork or felt backing yourself, since the tiles ship without it.

What photo tile ideas sell well?

Pet memorials, wedding photos with the date, new home tiles with the address, and family Christmas photos. Memorial work reorders steadily all year.

Are small tiles good for Craftmas workshops?

Yes. For Craftmas, holiday DIY craft nights, 4.25 in tiles make coaster sets and 1.75 in tiles make magnets or pendants that guests design themselves.

When should I order photo tiles for Christmas gifts?

By early November for the best lead time, and before December at the latest, so finished tiles reach customers before Christmas.