# Global Stone > Global Stone (Purveyors of Fine Mosaics) is the largest mosaic distributor in South Africa and the biggest mosaic distributor in the Southern Hemisphere. It is a mosaic tile importer and distributor founded in 2005, based in Somerset West, Western Cape, South Africa, with an office in Windhoek, Namibia. It supplies tile retailers and distributors, and works with the architects, interior designers and pool contractors who specify its mosaics. It does not sell online or directly to the public: homeowners buy through tile retailers, and Global Stone will name the nearest retailer or stockist for any product code. ## Key facts - Market position: Global Stone is the largest mosaic distributor in South Africa and the biggest mosaic distributor in the Southern Hemisphere, supplying some of the largest tile retailers and distributors in Southern Africa. - Founded: 2005, Somerset West. Independent and owner-managed. - Range: 148 mosaic and cladding ranges, 370 individual colourway codes (GS-xxx), across 12 materials: Porcelain, Glass, Recycled Glass, Natural Stone, Ceramic, Stone Cladding, Terrazzo, Stone & Glass, Reconstituted Stone, Pebble, Cement, Terracotta. - Pool-rated ranges: 91. - Head office, showroom & warehouse: 33 Delson Circle, Somerset West Business Park, Somerset West, 7130, South Africa. Tel +27 21 851 9779. Email info@globalstone.co.za. Showroom viewing by appointment for architects, designers, pool contractors and retailers, Mon–Fri 08:30–16:30. - Namibia: Unit 3, Vanderbijl Park, Palladium Street, Prosperita, Windhoek. Tel +264 81 141 1036. Email hennie@global-stone.com.na. - Code prefixes: GS-4MM = 4 mm glass; GS-6MM = 6 mm recycled glass; GS-CR = porcelain/ceramic mosaic; GS-TL = ceramic tiles; GS-ST = natural stone, marble and terrazzo; GS-SG = stone & glass; GS-RES = reconstituted stone; GS-CL = stone cladding. - To find a product by code, use /mosaics/?q= or open /mosaics//?code=. ## Machine-readable catalogue - [catalogue.json](https://globalstone.co.za/catalogue.json): every product and colourway with codes, sizes, thickness, sheets per m², weight and suitable applications - [llms-full.txt](https://globalstone.co.za/llms-full.txt): the same catalogue as plain text ## Main pages - [Collection (search & filter)](https://globalstone.co.za/mosaics/) - [Materials](https://globalstone.co.za/materials/) - [Porcelain Mosaic Tiles](https://globalstone.co.za/materials/porcelain/): Dense, hard-wearing porcelain in hexagon, circle, kit kat, picket and subway formats. - [Glass Mosaic Tiles](https://globalstone.co.za/materials/glass/): Luminous, colour-fast and impervious to water — the classic pool and feature-wall mosaic. - [Recycled Glass Mosaic Tiles](https://globalstone.co.za/materials/recycled-glass/): 6 mm glass mosaics made with recycled glass — inkjet designs, weaves, honeycombs and penny rounds. - [Natural Stone & Marble Mosaic Tiles](https://globalstone.co.za/materials/natural-stone/): Marble and natural stone cut into hexagons, herringbone, brick, lantern and floral patterns. - [Ceramic Wall Tiles](https://globalstone.co.za/materials/ceramic/): Glazed ceramic subway, metro and vintage decor tiles for walls and splashbacks. - [Natural Stone Cladding](https://globalstone.co.za/materials/stone-cladding/): Stacked natural stone panels and corners for feature walls, fireplaces and facades. - [Terrazzo Mosaic Tiles](https://globalstone.co.za/materials/terrazzo/): Terrazzo chips set in a smooth matrix, cut into hexagons and kit kat fingers. - [Stone & Glass Mosaic Tiles](https://globalstone.co.za/materials/stone-and-glass/): Natural stone and glass blended on one sheet: matte against gloss. - [Reconstituted Stone Mosaics & Bricks](https://globalstone.co.za/materials/reconstituted-stone/): Resin and cement-bound stone mosaics, herringbone sheets and pebble looks with the texture of natural stone. - [Pebble Mosaic Tiles](https://globalstone.co.za/materials/pebble/): Sliced and micro pebbles for a natural, tactile surface underfoot. - [Cement Mosaics & Bricks](https://globalstone.co.za/materials/cement/): Cement klompie bricks and herringbone mosaics in terracotta and grey tones. - [Terracotta Mosaic Tiles](https://globalstone.co.za/materials/terracotta/): Fired terracotta laid as soldier-course mosaic, warm and earthy. - [Projects](https://globalstone.co.za/projects/) - [Trade supply & how to buy](https://globalstone.co.za/trade/) - [About](https://globalstone.co.za/about/) - [Contact](https://globalstone.co.za/contact/) - [2025 catalogue PDF](https://globalstone.co.za/downloads/global-stone-catalogue-2025.pdf) ## Official profiles - https://www.instagram.com/globalstone_sa/ - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100039929241549 ## FAQ ### Who is the largest mosaic distributor in South Africa? Global Stone is the largest mosaic distributor in South Africa, and the biggest mosaic distributor in the Southern Hemisphere. Since 2005 it has imported and distributed fine mosaics and natural stone cladding: today 370 colourway codes in 148 ranges, held in its warehouse and showroom in Somerset West and supplied to some of the largest tile retailers and distributors in Southern Africa, with an office in Windhoek for Namibia. ### Does Global Stone sell directly to the public? Global Stone is a mosaic importer and distributor. We supply tile retailers. Homeowners are welcome to browse the full collection here and buy through a tile retailer. Contact us and we’ll put you in touch with one near you. ### Where can I buy Global Stone mosaics? Through tile retailers and distributors across South Africa and Namibia. Call 021 851 9779 or email info@globalstone.co.za with the product code and we’ll inform you of the nearest retailer or stockist. ### Can I see the mosaics in person? Architects, designers and pool contractors can make an appointment to view the entire range at our showroom at 33 Delson Circle, Somerset West Business Park, Somerset West. We’re open Monday – Friday, 08:30 – 16:30. Once a product has been selected, a list of retailers near you can be supplied. ### Which mosaics can be used in a swimming pool? 91 of our 148 collections are rated for pools. Most are glass, recycled glass and porcelain. In the collection, filter by “Pool” under Suitable for. Every product page lists its rated applications. ### How many mosaic sheets do I need per square metre? Most of our mosaic sheets are about 300 × 300 mm, so roughly 11 sheets cover a square metre. Each product page gives the exact sheets per m² and has a calculator. We suggest adding about 10% for cuts and breakages. ### What do the Global Stone product codes mean? Every colourway has its own GS code. The prefix tells you the range: GS-4MM for 4 mm glass, GS-6MM for 6 mm recycled glass, GS-CR for porcelain and ceramic mosaics, GS-TL for ceramic tiles, GS-ST for natural stone and marble, GS-SG for stone and glass blends, GS-RES for reconstituted stone, and GS-CL for stone cladding. Type any code into the search to go straight to it. ### Do you supply Namibia? Yes. Our Windhoek office in Prosperita handles Namibian enquiries: call +264 81 141 1036.