Macktiles makes history as first to achieve real porcelain perfection with 100% Sri Lankan minerals

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In a singular moment that rewrites the narrative of global manufacturing excellence, Macktiles Lanka Ltd., has achieved what was once considered impossible: creating authentic real porcelain tiles using exclusively Sri Lankan minerals. 

It said Sri Lanka’s extraordinary geological wealth has now proven its potential extends far beyond traditional applications, with Macktiles unlocking the manufacturing capabilities of these mineral-rich deposits to create porcelain that doesn’t just meet international standards but obliterates them.

Real porcelain tiles require water absorption rates of less than 0.5%. While this has always been achieved using imported minerals from overseas, Macktiles has achieved an exceptional 0.2% absorption rate using 100% Sri Lankan minerals – a technical tour de force that positions Sri Lankan geological wealth as the new gold standard for luxury ceramics. This isn’t mere manufacturing; its geological alchemy transforming the island once known as “Ratna-Deepa” – the Gem Island – into a porcelain powerhouse.

The implications ripple far beyond Sri Lanka’s shores. In an era where provenance defines luxury, Macktiles offers something revolutionary: porcelain tiles that embody complete Sri Lankan authenticity. From the rich clay deposits of Kalutara to the feldspar-rich minerals of Matale and Wellawaya, every component reflects Sri Lanka’s diverse and storied geology.

This achievement arrives as Colombo transforms into a city of dreams, where discerning architects and tastemakers can now specify world-class porcelain that carries the authentic Sri Lankan signature. The same geological forces that shaped the island’s mineral wealth have been harnessed to produce tiles that rival any global manufacture.

Macktiles Lanka’s state-of-the-art production facility in Bandaragama, featuring Italian machinery with a capacity of 44,000 square meters daily, demonstrates how Sri Lankan innovation meets global standards. The company has already secured international orders, with markets recognising that “Made in Sri Lanka” now signals premium quality in porcelain manufacturing.

This breakthrough transforms Sri Lanka from mineral exporter to luxury manufacturer, creating value-added products that command international respect. Where others rely on imported materials, Macktiles proves that Sri Lankan geological wealth can create porcelain that outperforms global benchmarks.

Macktiles Lanka Managing Director Mizver Makeen said: “This was a dream come true for our R&D team, who have been working tirelessly on this project for years. Achieving real porcelain with our 4 feet x 2 feet tiles is truly a masterpiece. While others look to import tiles and flood our market with cheap, substandard products, Macktiles has successfully manufactured genuine real porcelain tiles from Sri Lankan soil. Our consumers can now enjoy the lifetime benefits of world-class tiles that deliver unmatched durability.”

Makeen emphasised the transformative economic potential: “We have proven Sri Lanka’s capability to fulfil the country’s demand for premium quality tiles. With proper Government support, this industry can save over $ 150 million in foreign exchange that currently flows out of our country. We’re not just making tiles – we’re building Sri Lanka’s manufacturing future.”

The achievement cements Sri Lanka’s position as a world-class origin brand. As the country takes its place on the global stage, Macktiles Lanka said it stands as proof that Sri Lankan minerals don’t just deserve recognition – they demand it. In the luxury materials hierarchy, Sri Lankan porcelain has earned its crown.