Quality.
Experience.
About
Nemo Tile + Stone is a leading provider of high-quality surface materials with a legacy spanning over a century. Rooted in New York City and led by third-generation CEO Matt Karlin, the company has become the trusted resource for architects, designers, contractors, and homeowners across the Northeast and beyond.
Nemo offers a strong network of retail showrooms and a curated selection of tile, stone, and slabs. With over 100 years of experience and industry knowledge, the Nemo team provides thoughtful, hands-on guidance to help clients bring their vision to life.
With a long-standing reputation built on trust, expertise, and personalized support, Nemo remains dedicated to confidently helping clients navigate the sourcing journey with innovative products, providing legacy, quality, and experience.
The Nemo Legacy
est
1921
Nemo Tile + Stone has been a trusted name in surface materials since our founding in 1921 in Jamaica, Queens. From humble beginnings, as a small shop serving local contractors and homeowners, Nemo quickly earned a reputation for quality and craftsmanship, laying the foundation for our evolution into a global leader in the tile industry.
1953
Nemo Tile was founded by the Sedrish Family in a storefront space on Jamaica Avenue in Queens, New York. In 1953, Jerry Karlin joined the company as a partner to Murray Sedrish.
With a keen business sense and vision, Jerry expanded Nemo Tile beyond Queens, establishing locations in Long Island, the Bronx, and a flagship showroom in Manhattan’s historic Flatiron District.
1972
Keeping in the family, Jerry’s son, Bert Karlin, joined in 1974. Recognizing growth in the industry, they pioneered innovations in tile design and application, introducing large-format porcelain, intricate mosaics, and glass tile.
Their forward vision led to securing major landmark projects throughout New York City including the Holland and Lincoln Tunnels, the original World Trade Center, and iconic hotels like the Mandarin Oriental and W Hotels.
2002
The family tradition continued when Matthew Karlin, Jerry’s grandson, joined the company in 2002. Inspired by his family’s legacy, Matthew worked under his father’s mentorship for over a decade.
Evolving Nemo to meet modern design needs, Matthew spearheaded initiatives like Architecture and Design Sales, modernizing showrooms, and expanding the company’s market reach. In 2014, Matthew took over as CEO of Nemo Tile.
New York x Nemo
Nemo is proud to be a New York staple. Our tile can be found in the Queens Midtown Tunnel, Barclays Center, Yankee Stadium, and LaGuardia and JFK. We’ve continued to be based out of Manhattan with our flagship location in the heart of the iconic Flatiron District.
100 Years in the Making
“After 1980, I said we have to be more than just a tile company,” Ruth Karlin, VP at Nemo Tile + Stone and grandmother of Matthew Karlin, the company’s current CEO
Today
Nemo operates showrooms across the Northeast and an office in the marble capital of the world, Carrara, Italy. Since celebrating our 100 year anniversary, Nemo has continued to expand, acquiring Modern Stone Consulting in 2021, evolving our custom approach to stone project management, and Tile Market of Delaware in 2022, growing our presence on the east coast. In March of 2025, Nemo is excited to announce the opening of our brand-new slab gallery in Lyndhurst, New Jersey. We continue to pride ourselves on being leaders in the tile industry, providing innovative and high-quality solutions.
