Square cement tiles
Handmade square cement tiles: 20×20 and 25×25 formats, geometric patterns and a Mediterranean/vintage style. Ideal for floors and walls, indoors and outdoors, once sealed. Browse the models in stock, try them out in the simulator and customise the colours at Demosaica.
Square cement tiles: the classic format that fits in everywhere
Square cement tiles are the cornerstone of handmade tilework: they distil the look of cement tiles into a versatile, precise format, perfect for creating decorative tile rugs, chequerboard layouts and continuous geometric designs that flow without visual breaks. At Demosaica we work with the most popular sizes (such as 20×20 and 25×25), offering handmade production, our colour chart and technical advice so that every project achieves a professional, long-lasting finish.
Why choose square cement tiles?
The square format brings rhythm and visual order. It lets you repeat the pattern in a modular way, finish the edges with borders and build “rug” compositions in living rooms, entrance halls and corridors. Its geometry also makes alignment with walls and furniture easier, reducing cuts and material waste on site. If you are looking for a clean, timeless result, square cement tiles are the natural choice.
Sizes and proportions that work
The 20×20 and 25×25 formats are standard for cement tiles because they strike a balance between the detail of the design and ease of laying. These sizes optimise the joints, the rhythm of the motif and visual continuity in medium-sized and large rooms. For kitchens or bathrooms, 20×20 offers greater definition; for living rooms or long hallways, 25×25 adds scale and means fewer joints.
Applications: indoors, outdoors and on walls
Indoors: kitchens, living rooms and hallways gain character with geometric patterns, two-colour chequerboard designs or black and white compositions with touches of colour.
Bathrooms and walls: square tiles make it easy to create regular dados and friezes, and they combine with zellige and terracotta for contrasting textures.
Outdoors: patios and terraces can be laid with cement tiles, provided they are properly sealed and given basic maintenance (pH-neutral cleaning).
How to choose your square design (and get it right)
Pattern and repeat: favour motifs that complete neatly every 4 or 8 tiles to create well-defined “rugs”.
Colour: Mediterranean palettes (sands, greens, blues) or graphic schemes with high or low contrast for vintage and contemporary styles.
Joint: keeping a minimal, even joint helps the mosaic read as one continuous surface.
Transitions: finish with borders or plain tiles to close off areas and separate different uses.
Test it first: use the simulator to see real combinations of colour and pattern before you buy.
Professional installation and maintenance
How cement tiles perform depends as much on the material as on correct laying: a firm, level substrate, a compatible adhesive and subsequent sealing to protect against stains. For cleaning, use pH-neutral products and avoid abrasives that could dull the finish. With simple maintenance, square cement tiles keep their colour and patina for years.
Why Demosaica for your square tiles
A constantly updated catalogue and stock: a wide selection of models and series in stock to shorten lead times.
Simulator and advice: visualise combinations and get answers to technical questions (joints, finishing pieces, sealers, compatibility).
Craftsmanship and customisation: the option of adjusting colours and shades to match joinery, textiles or natural stone.
Sustainability: handmade without firing, with a timeless patina and a long service life.