Reliable Global Sourcing for Tiles & Building Materials
Under The Kushman Group, our imports division connects world-class manufacturers with UK developers, contractors, and merchants— delivering premium tiles and building materials with consistent quality, documentation, and on-time logistics.
Diversified Product Range
Vitrified tiles, porcelain, sanitaryware, adhesives & more.
End-to-End Handling
From factory gate to UK warehouse & last-mile delivery.
Quality & Compliance
Technical specs, certifications, and batch-level traceability.
Ideal for distributors, merchants, developers and contractors seeking a structured, long-term import partner.
Why UK Partners Choose Kushman Imports
A professionally managed import and distribution arm, built on systems, governance, and the stewardship values of The Kushman Group.
Strategic Global Sourcing
We work directly with vetted factories and trading houses, ensuring competitive pricing without compromising on standards, ethics, or delivery reliability.
Specification-Driven Approach
From tile size and finish to slip rating and water absorption, we ensure products match your technical and aesthetic requirements, project by project.
Quality Control & Sampling
Samples, batch photos, and testing certificates are shared ahead of dispatch, so there are no surprises when the container lands in the UK.
Logistics & Customs Handled
Freight booking, shipping coordination, customs paperwork and duty calculations are all handled by our team, saving you time and risk.
Stock, Project & Call-Off Models
Whether you want regular stock in the UK or project-specific container loads, we structure supply to match your cashflow, storage, and sales profile.
Relationship-Led, Not Transactional
We focus on multi-year relationships, not one-off deals—aligning our success with your reputation and repeat business.
Our Tiles & Building Materials Import Service
From product sourcing and price discovery to last-mile delivery, our imports and distribution model is designed to be a complete, joined-up solution.
| Service / Area | What It Means for You | Included |
|---|---|---|
| Product Sourcing & Vendor Selection | We identify suitable factories and trading partners for your required product range, quality tier, and price point. | ✔ |
| Sample Coordination | Physical samples and digital catalogues supplied for approval before full orders are placed. | ✔ |
| Pricing & Costing Breakdown | Clear landed-cost calculations (EXW/FOB/CIF to UK), including freight, duties, and handling to avoid surprises. | ✔ |
| Order Management & Production Follow-Up | We track production timelines, packing, and readiness, keeping you updated at key milestones. | ✔ |
| Quality Control & Pre-Dispatch Checks | Batch photos, packing lists, and quality confirmations shared before shipment is released from origin. | ✔ |
| Shipping & Freight Coordination | Container booking, documentation, and liaison with shipping lines & agents managed on your behalf. | ✔ |
| Customs & Import Documentation | Invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin and other documents prepared correctly to smooth UK clearance. | ✔ |
| UK Warehousing / Direct Delivery | Flexible options—deliveries to your warehouse, direct-to-site, or via agreed consolidation points. | ✔ |
| Branding & Private Label Options | For distributors and merchants, we can support own-brand packaging and labelling subject to MOQs. | ✔ |
| After-Sales & Issue Resolution | In the rare event of issues, we work with factories and logistics partners to find practical, fair resolutions. | ✔ |
Who We Partner With & Where We Operate
We are best suited to professional buyers and organisations who think in container loads, projects, and annual demand—not just single pallets.
Ideal Partners
Tile and bathroom showrooms, builders’ merchants, developers, contractors, and project management companies looking for structured, repeat supply.
Primary Geography
We currently focus on supply into the UK market, with operations and relationships across South-East England and the wider UK for onward distribution.
Backed by The Kushman Group
With experience in property, development and operations, we understand the realities on-site—and we build our import and distribution commitments around those real-world pressures.
How We Start Working Together
A simple, structured process to move from initial idea to a first shipment—and then build a long-term procurement rhythm that suits you.
Discovery Call & Requirements
We understand your product needs, quality expectations, volumes, and timelines, as well as how you currently buy and stock.
Sourcing & Indicative Pricing
Potential factories and products are identified; we share indicative pricing, visuals, and where needed, arrange sample shipments.
Order, Production & Shipment
Once agreed, we manage the order, follow production, share QC updates, and coordinate shipping and customs to UK arrival.
Ongoing Supply & Expansion
With the first shipment proven, we jointly plan ongoing supply, new product lines, and better economies of scale over time.