Walker & Zanger, LLC

Walker Zanger, based in the US, excels in the design and distribution of premium natural stone and tile products, serving a diverse clientele with luxury materials for residential and commercial applications. Founded in 1952, Walker Zanger specializes in providing high-quality stone and tile products. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the company has made strategic moves to enhance its offerings. The current CEO is Johnny Zang.

As of July 2025, Walker Zanger entered a deal where Artivo Surfaces, a portfolio company of Transom Capital Group, agreed to acquire the company from Mosaic Companies, although financial details are undisclosed. This transaction followed two significant deals in its history. Walker Zanger specializes in the design and distribution of high-quality natural stone and tile products, including marble, porcelain, ceramic, and glass tiles. Their core offerings encompass a diverse range of collections such as Geometric marble tiles, Travertine, and Perpetua Quartz, designed to enhance both residential and commercial spaces.

The products cater to various aesthetic and functional needs, providing solutions for flooring, wall coverings, backsplashes, and decorative accents. The company serves a broad client base, including interior designers, architects, trade professionals, and direct consumers seeking luxury materials for their projects, with distribution across North America, Europe, and select parts of Asia. Walker Zanger generates revenue through direct sales of its premium tile and stone products to both trade professionals and consumers. The transaction model includes B2B partnerships with retailers and wholesalers, complemented by direct sales through their showrooms and online platforms.

Customers engage with the company by making appointments to view products in showrooms or by inquiring about specific projects. Pricing plans reflect the quality and craftsmanship of their offerings, with flagship products such as the Perpetua Quartz slabs and Geometric marble tiles positioned at the premium end of the market. Looking ahead, Walker Zanger aims to enhance its product lineup with new designs targeted for launch by mid-2026. The company is also planning to expand into emerging markets in Asia and Europe by the end of 2026, leveraging the recent acquisition by Artivo Surfaces to strengthen its market presence.

The rationale behind the acquisition emphasizes broadening the premium surfaces portfolio, which will support these growth initiatives.