New York Magazine

Tile

Ann Sacks

37 E. 18th St., nr. Broadway; 212-529-2800; annsacks.com

Famous for its decorative tiles, this upscale store carries fixtures, too. Jazz up an old countertop or splurge on a bronze bowl sink. In addition to Sacks’s own products, you find tiles from Sicis and fixtures from Kallista in the mix. $$$

Artistic Tile

38 W. 21st St., nr. Sixth Ave.; 212-727-9331; artistictile.com

This store has hundreds of tiles on display, from traditional mosaic patterns to very modern metal styles. The friendly staff is happy to help you choose—and even sell you a matching sink. $$$

Bisazza

43 Greene St., nr. Grand St.; 212-334-7130; bisazza.com

One of the industry’s leading producers of glass mosaic, this luxury Italian brand carries exceptionally beautiful tiles for bathrooms, kitchens, and outdoor spaces. Those looking to add some distinction to their living space can also find tiles for wall panels, mirrors, and furniture. $$$-$$$$

Complete Tile Collection

42 W. 15th St., nr. Sixth Ave.; 212-255-4450; completetile.com

Purporting to have the world’s largest selection of tile and stone products, this store carries over 800 types of natural stone and more than 1,000 colors of ceramic, in addition to glass, metal, wood, and ecofriendly materials. $$$ (consulting services / ecofriendly)

Country Floors

15 E. 16th St., nr. Fifth Ave. 212-627-8300; countryfloors.com

Specializing in gorgeous Dutch and Portuguese tiles, Country Floors also carries trendy glass, terra-cotta, and mosaic styles. The staffers are friendly and technically savvy, so they’ll help you find products that are as practical as they are beautiful. $$$

Paris Ceramics

150 E. 58th St., nr. Third Ave., seventh fl.; 212-644-2785; parisceramicsusa.com

From antique terra-cottas to newly quarried limestone, the stone tiles here all have a worn earthy feel, perfect for a rustic kitchen, a country house entryway, or for outdoor use. $$$ (ecofriendly)

R.G. New York Tile

225 W. 29th St., nr. Seventh Ave.; 212-629-0712; rgnytiles.com

Rafael Gavartin is an expert at installing stone floors and counters, and his store offers a wide selection of tile, marble, and granite surfaces to choose from. $$-$$$

Sicis

470 Broome St., at Greene St.; 212-965-4100; sicis.com

At the U.S. showroom of this international purveyor, you can browse through a dazzling, if somewhat dizzying, collection of mosaics. Work with the staff to customize your own design. You can also order other Sicis products, such as tables, chairs, and mirrors. $$$-$$$$

Stone Source

215 Park Ave. S., at 18th St., Ste. 700; 212-979-6400; stonesource.com

Stone Source stays ahead of the tile-and-flooring curve in service as well as innovation. Get same-day samples of its wide variety of stone, ceramic, and porcelain tile, as well as wood paneling. You can also consult with one of the on-hand design experts. $$$ (by appointment only / consulting services)

Studium

150 E. 58th St., nr. Third Ave., seventh fl.; 212-486-1811; studiumnyc.com

This showroom stocks a wide selection of furniture, but the real draw here is the stone tiles and the mosaic flooring. You can peruse marble, limestone, granite, and slate, ranging from old-world to contemporary. Custom projects are welcomed. $$$