ORCA Sublimation Ceramic Tile Blanks - 12 x 12 in. - 16/Case
Product Type:
Tile
Product Details
xThe ORCA 12 x 12 in ceramic tile is the largest single tile we carry, sold in glossy or matte, 16 to a case, for statement pieces such as kitchen backsplash panels, memorial plaques and restaurant menu boards.
Check your press first: a 12 x 12 tile needs a 15 x 15 in platen at minimum, and many entry-level presses are 12 x 15 or smaller. When you ship finished pieces, protect the corners, since large tiles chip there in transit. Larger photo gifts like personalized photo slates list for about $16 to $38 on Etsy; for example, $35 a tile turns a matte case into $560 against $62.28.
Specifications
- Size: 12 x 12 in, white ceramic
- Finishes: glossy (SKU 58124) or matte (SKU 58125)
- Coating: ORCA Coatings® sublimation grade
- Press: 400 F for 6 to 8 minutes, then cool flat under weight
- Case pack: 16 tiles
- Glossy $63.28 per case (about $3.96 each); matte $62.28 per case (about $3.89 each)
Who orders it
- Restaurants and cafés commissioning menu boards
- Memorial plaque makers
- Kitchen and backsplash décor sellers
Why order from Photo USA
Print shops and custom gift businesses reach for the 12 x 12 when a client wants one large piece. At $3.89 to $3.96 a tile, Photo USA is a sensible source for large-format tiles, shipped from Fremont, CA or Kentucky within a day. We stock hundreds of blank styles in one case minimums, and what to compare when choosing a blanks supplier covers what to check before ordering large tiles. Sourced and distributed by Photo USA Corp.
| Specification | |
|---|---|
| SKU | 58124 |
| PKG/PCS | 16/units |
| Material | Ceramic |
| Coating brand | ORCA Coatings® |
| Decoration process | Dye Sublimation |
| Decoration location | Fremont ,CA |
| Manufacturer | Photo USA Electronic Graphic Inc. |
Shipping & Return
xShipping
Most orders ship within 24 hours from our Fremont, CA or Kentucky warehouse, whichever gets your order to you fastest. See our full Shipping Policy for delivery estimates, international restrictions, and weight-based rate details.
Returns
14-day return window from the date of delivery, on unused items in their original packaging. Contact us before sending anything back to get a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number.
If an item arrives damaged, incorrect, or not as described, we cover return shipping and there is no restocking fee. For returns due to a change of mind or an ordering error, return shipping is the customer’s responsibility, original shipping charges are non-refundable, and a 20% restocking fee applies.
See our full Refund Policy for details.
FAQ
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Who buys a 12 x 12?
People making statement pieces. Kitchen backsplash panels, memorial plaques, restaurant menu boards. It is the largest single tile we carry.
Case size and unit price?
16 per case at $62.28, about $3.89 apiece. Fewer pieces per case than the smaller tiles, but the cheapest case in the tile line.
Glossy or matte for the Sublimation Ceramic Tile - 12 x 12 in.?
Both at the same price. Glossy for photos, matte for anything mounted where reflections would be a problem.
Will my press fit it?
Check first. A 12 x 12 tile needs a 15 x 15 platen minimum, and many entry-level presses are 12 x 15 or smaller. This is the number one reason people return large tiles.
What are the press settings for the Sublimation Ceramic Tile - 12 x 12 in.?
400 F for 6 to 8 minutes. Larger mass needs more dwell than an 8 x 8. Cool flat under weight.
Shipping advice?
Corner protection. Large tiles chip at the corners in transit more than they crack in the middle.
Is a 12 x 12 sublimation tile profitable to sell?
Yes, the margin per piece is large. Larger photo gifts like personalized photo slates list for about $16 to $38 on Etsy, so for example a $35 memorial plaque on a $3.89 matte tile leaves about $31.11 before the transfer and corner protection for shipping.
Who should sell 12 x 12 ceramic tiles?
Memorial plaque makers, menu board printers and backsplash décor sellers who own a 15 x 15 in press or larger. Many entry-level presses are too small, which is the main reason large tiles come back.
Where can I buy 12 x 12 ceramic sublimation tiles wholesale?
Photo USA sells 16 per case, glossy at $63.28 and matte at $62.28, one case minimum, shipped within 24 hours from Fremont, CA or Kentucky.
How do I order 12 x 12 tile blanks?
Pick glossy (58124) or matte (58125) and add a case to your cart; most ship within a day. Contact us for pallet pricing.
When should I order 12 x 12 tiles for holiday gifts?
Early November is best, since large tiles take longer to press and pack; order before December at the latest so finished plaques arrive in time for Christmas. We ship within 24 hours.
Which 12 x 12 tile pieces sell best in the holiday season?
Memorial plaques and large family photo pieces, since the 12 x 12 is the largest single tile we carry and works as one statement gift.
What memorial designs work on a 12 x 12 ceramic tile?
A large portrait with birth and passing dates, a pet memorial with a favorite photo and a short verse, a family tree layout, and a plaque for a memorial service display.
Can a restaurant or brewery use 12 x 12 sublimation tiles?
Yes. Menu boards, a wall of founder and history photos, logo panels behind the bar, and a featured special tile mounted by the entrance.
Should I build a new home gift collection around 12 x 12 ceramic tiles?
It fits. Graphics Pro recommends building small collections around real life moments such as a new home rather than stocking more blank styles. Pair a 12 x 12 kitchen backsplash panel with the family name, a house portrait tile for the entry, and a matching coaster set as the smaller add-on.
People making statement pieces. Kitchen backsplash panels, memorial plaques, restaurant menu boards. It is the largest single tile we carry.
Case size and unit price?
16 per case at $62.28, about $3.89 apiece. Fewer pieces per case than the smaller tiles, but the cheapest case in the tile line.
Glossy or matte for the Sublimation Ceramic Tile - 12 x 12 in.?
Both at the same price. Glossy for photos, matte for anything mounted where reflections would be a problem.
Will my press fit it?
Check first. A 12 x 12 tile needs a 15 x 15 platen minimum, and many entry-level presses are 12 x 15 or smaller. This is the number one reason people return large tiles.
What are the press settings for the Sublimation Ceramic Tile - 12 x 12 in.?
400 F for 6 to 8 minutes. Larger mass needs more dwell than an 8 x 8. Cool flat under weight.
Shipping advice?
Corner protection. Large tiles chip at the corners in transit more than they crack in the middle.
Is a 12 x 12 sublimation tile profitable to sell?
Yes, the margin per piece is large. Larger photo gifts like personalized photo slates list for about $16 to $38 on Etsy, so for example a $35 memorial plaque on a $3.89 matte tile leaves about $31.11 before the transfer and corner protection for shipping.
Who should sell 12 x 12 ceramic tiles?
Memorial plaque makers, menu board printers and backsplash décor sellers who own a 15 x 15 in press or larger. Many entry-level presses are too small, which is the main reason large tiles come back.
Where can I buy 12 x 12 ceramic sublimation tiles wholesale?
Photo USA sells 16 per case, glossy at $63.28 and matte at $62.28, one case minimum, shipped within 24 hours from Fremont, CA or Kentucky.
How do I order 12 x 12 tile blanks?
Pick glossy (58124) or matte (58125) and add a case to your cart; most ship within a day. Contact us for pallet pricing.
When should I order 12 x 12 tiles for holiday gifts?
Early November is best, since large tiles take longer to press and pack; order before December at the latest so finished plaques arrive in time for Christmas. We ship within 24 hours.
Which 12 x 12 tile pieces sell best in the holiday season?
Memorial plaques and large family photo pieces, since the 12 x 12 is the largest single tile we carry and works as one statement gift.
What memorial designs work on a 12 x 12 ceramic tile?
A large portrait with birth and passing dates, a pet memorial with a favorite photo and a short verse, a family tree layout, and a plaque for a memorial service display.
Can a restaurant or brewery use 12 x 12 sublimation tiles?
Yes. Menu boards, a wall of founder and history photos, logo panels behind the bar, and a featured special tile mounted by the entrance.
Should I build a new home gift collection around 12 x 12 ceramic tiles?
It fits. Graphics Pro recommends building small collections around real life moments such as a new home rather than stocking more blank styles. Pair a 12 x 12 kitchen backsplash panel with the family name, a house portrait tile for the entry, and a matching coaster set as the smaller add-on.
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