ORCA Sublimation Ceramic Tile Blanks - 4.25 x 4.25 in. - 48/Case
Product Type:
Tile
Product Details
xThe ORCA 4.25 x 4.25 in ceramic tile, available glossy or matte in cases of 48, is mostly turned into coasters, plus small photo displays and trivets made by grouping four.
Print shops and custom gift businesses reach for this tile because one stock item covers a coaster set, a mini photo display and a mug bundle. Coaster buyers usually want matte, while photo display buyers usually want glossy. Backing is not included, so most decorators glue on cork or felt pads themselves. With photo coaster sets of four listing for about $16 to $20 on Etsy, an $18 set, for example, turns a matte case into 12 sets and $216 against $71.76.
Specs at a glance
- Size: 4.25 x 4.25 in, white ceramic
- Finishes: glossy (SKU 54402) or matte (SKU 54403)
- Coating: ORCA Coatings® sublimation grade
- Case pack: 48 tiles
- Glossy $71.76 per case (about $1.50 each); matte $71.76 per case (about $1.50 each)
- Imprint area: 4.25 x 4.25 in. (W x H)
- Press settings: 419°F (215°C), 240 seconds
Who buys it
- Mug sellers adding a matching coaster to each order
- Coaster set makers for weddings and housewarmings
Why buy it from Photo USA
With both finishes at $1.50 a tile or less, Photo USA is among the most affordable places to buy coaster tiles in bulk. Orders generally ship the same or next day. It ranks as one of the best-selling blanks on photousacorp.com, among hundreds of styles we stock; our time and temperature chart covers pressing it. Sourced and distributed by Photo USA Corp.
| Specification | |
|---|---|
| SKU | 54402 |
| PKG/PCS | 48/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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What can I make with this tile?
Mostly coasters, plus small photo displays and trivets made by grouping four, so one stock item covers several products.
What size is it?
Each white ceramic tile is 4.25 x 4.25 in, and the full face is the imprint area. Set artwork at 1337 x 1337 pixels at 300 DPI (4.46 x 4.46 in with bleed).
Where can I buy sublimation ceramic tile blanks 4.25 x 4.25 in in bulk?
Photo USA sells them direct. Cases hold 48 tiles: glossy (SKU 54402) is $71.76, about $1.50 each, and matte (SKU 54403) is $71.76, about $1.50 each. One case is the minimum, and most orders ship within 24 hours from Fremont, CA and Kentucky.
What are the press settings?
Press at 419°F (215°C) for 240 seconds. Use a flat heat press with medium pressure; print the transfer as a mirror image; printing side up. Settings vary by press, so test one piece first. Ceramic holds heat, so cool each tile under a flat weight or it can bow. See our time and temperature chart for other blanks.
Who buys these tiles?
Mug sellers adding a matching coaster to each order, and coaster set makers for weddings and housewarmings. Etsy sellers, print-on-demand shops and home crafters also take a case and do the pressing themselves; Photo USA provides the blank tiles and does not offer print-on-demand fulfillment. Read more in Hostess gift blanks for Thanksgiving.
Glossy or matte, and is backing included?
Glossy gives photos more color pop, while matte reads better for text and line art, so coaster buyers usually want matte and photo display buyers glossy. Backing is not included, and most decorators glue on cork or felt pads.
How does a coaster set pencil out?
Photo coaster sets of four list for about $16 to $20 on Etsy. At an $18 example price, a matte case makes 12 sets and $216 against $71.76 in tiles.
When should I buy tiles for the holidays, and what gifts work?
A mid November order leaves time to back sets before Black Friday, November 27, 2026, and Cyber Monday, November 30, while early December is the last call for Christmas delivery; check our Black Friday order deadlines. Coaster sets make easy Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving host gifts, stocking stuffers and white elephant gifts, and a photo set with a mug is a personalized photo gift.
What if my Ceramic Tile, 4.25 x 4.25 in arrives broken?
Keep the packaging and contact Photo USA within 5 business days of delivery with your order number and photos of the damaged items and the outer carton. We will send replacements or issue a refund, cover all shipping costs and waive the restocking fee, and if only a few pieces are damaged you do not need to send anything back. Photo USA sells the Ceramic Tile, 4.25 x 4.25 in at $71.76 for a case of 48. Our guide to preventing breakage and filing a damage claim covers packing, pressing and carrier claims.
Mostly coasters, plus small photo displays and trivets made by grouping four, so one stock item covers several products.
What size is it?
Each white ceramic tile is 4.25 x 4.25 in, and the full face is the imprint area. Set artwork at 1337 x 1337 pixels at 300 DPI (4.46 x 4.46 in with bleed).
Where can I buy sublimation ceramic tile blanks 4.25 x 4.25 in in bulk?
Photo USA sells them direct. Cases hold 48 tiles: glossy (SKU 54402) is $71.76, about $1.50 each, and matte (SKU 54403) is $71.76, about $1.50 each. One case is the minimum, and most orders ship within 24 hours from Fremont, CA and Kentucky.
What are the press settings?
Press at 419°F (215°C) for 240 seconds. Use a flat heat press with medium pressure; print the transfer as a mirror image; printing side up. Settings vary by press, so test one piece first. Ceramic holds heat, so cool each tile under a flat weight or it can bow. See our time and temperature chart for other blanks.
Who buys these tiles?
Mug sellers adding a matching coaster to each order, and coaster set makers for weddings and housewarmings. Etsy sellers, print-on-demand shops and home crafters also take a case and do the pressing themselves; Photo USA provides the blank tiles and does not offer print-on-demand fulfillment. Read more in Hostess gift blanks for Thanksgiving.
Glossy or matte, and is backing included?
Glossy gives photos more color pop, while matte reads better for text and line art, so coaster buyers usually want matte and photo display buyers glossy. Backing is not included, and most decorators glue on cork or felt pads.
How does a coaster set pencil out?
Photo coaster sets of four list for about $16 to $20 on Etsy. At an $18 example price, a matte case makes 12 sets and $216 against $71.76 in tiles.
When should I buy tiles for the holidays, and what gifts work?
A mid November order leaves time to back sets before Black Friday, November 27, 2026, and Cyber Monday, November 30, while early December is the last call for Christmas delivery; check our Black Friday order deadlines. Coaster sets make easy Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving host gifts, stocking stuffers and white elephant gifts, and a photo set with a mug is a personalized photo gift.
What if my Ceramic Tile, 4.25 x 4.25 in arrives broken?
Keep the packaging and contact Photo USA within 5 business days of delivery with your order number and photos of the damaged items and the outer carton. We will send replacements or issue a refund, cover all shipping costs and waive the restocking fee, and if only a few pieces are damaged you do not need to send anything back. Photo USA sells the Ceramic Tile, 4.25 x 4.25 in at $71.76 for a case of 48. Our guide to preventing breakage and filing a damage claim covers packing, pressing and carrier claims.
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