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12x12 Handcrafted Spanish Mission Red Terra Cotta Floor Tile

SKU # 30060-12

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12x12 in.
Minimum Qty. of 100 on this size. Will ship by freight truck. Please call for 1 free sample. Sample is provided for product evaluation only. Most of the time samples are not full pieces and may display color variation from the actual product. $3.25

Size	Price	Sale	Qty
12x12 in. Minimum Qty. of 100 on this size. Will ship by freight truck. Please call for 1 free sample. Sample is provided for product evaluation only. Most of the time samples are not full pieces and may display color variation from the actual product.	$3.25
Price per tile. Ships from San Diego, California within 2 business days.

Price per tile. Ships from San Diego, California within 2 business days.

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The Making of Mission Red Floor Tile - Mexican Floor Pavers

The square Spanish Mission Red floor tiles are the most popular and come in the following sizes: 8x8, 12x12, and 16x16 in. The tiles can be used throughout an entire project. As one of man’s earliest discoveries, terra cotta tile embodies timelessness. Perhaps its classic appeal stems from the richness of the earth baked into it or how it glows at the mere hint of sunlight. Spanish Mission Red Terra Cotta floor tiles combine color and texture to create the rare beauty of centuries-old tradition.

The properties of earthtone color, and texture of our Spanish Mission Red Tile are derived from its clay. The tiles are composed of clay deposits from California and totally handcrafted using old-world methods introduced to this region by the first Spanish explorers and missionaries. Using local natural resources the early Spanish settlers made the first Missions with adobe clay tiles, which were only sun-air dry. And covered floors, walls, and roofs with terra cotta tiles (baked earth). Clay tiles were essential for the foundations of the first California Missions, and continue today to be an important element in the building of Spanish Revival Architecture homes in California, and in other states such as Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, and Florida to name a few.

All Spanish Mission Tiles must be sealed in order to preserve their beauty. We recommend to use a high quality penetrating sealer such as 511 Impregnator or 511 Porous Plus from Miracle Sealants Company

511 Porous Plus is a penetrating sealer designed for the protection of the most porous surfaces. 511 Porous Plus forms an invisible barrier that is resistant to moisture and stains while allowing vapor to escape. 511 Porous Plus is not a surface coating and will not alter the natural look. All surfaces are harder and less slippery. Therefore, 511 Porous Plus is highly recommended for all our Mexican terra-cotta floor tiles.

NOTE: The process of making the Spanish Mission floor tiles is the same as the process of making Saltillo floor tiles.


The clay is extracted from mines that are nearby the hills of Saltillo, Coahuila. Once the clay has been extracted and consolidated in wells it is soaked in water.	The clay is left soaking in water overnight before it is ready to be transformed into beautiful rustic handcrafted Saltillo floor tiles.


A cart wheel is used to bring the Saltillo clay to a working area where it will be transformed into a Saltillo tile bisque.	Artisans bring some of the clay from clay pool. And make each tile by hand. The artisan makes tiles in sucession and fills rows and rows of handcrafted Saltillo floor tiles.


To make Saltillo floor tiles the clay is placed in individual wooden molds.	And an artisan spreads the Saltillo clay with his hands.


The creation of each Mexican handcrafted floor paver involves a laborious process.The artisan makes sure the mold is well covered with an even thickness of clay.	The artisan smooths the surface of the handcrafted Saltillo floor terra cotta tile with a piece of wood.


Artisans smooth the surface of each handcrafted Saltillo floor tile some more.	Rows of Saltillo tile pavers dry up under the sun before they are fired in a kiln.


Mexican handcrafted floor pavers are piled after they are fired, before they are packed to be shipped. Look for the ocassional bird or coyote footprints marks on handcrafted floor tiles. The variations in shades and colors are unique charateristics of handmade tiles. Handcrafted floor tiles bring warmth and interest to any environment.

12x12 Handcrafted Spanish Mission Red Terra Cotta Floor Tile

Specifications	Description
Size	Available sizes (all in inches) 12x12, 8x8, 6x12, 12x12 Cut Edge for 4 in. accent, 12x12 Hexagon, 8x8 hexagon, 12 Arabesque 1, 8 Arabesque Picket, 9x11 Arabesque 2, 11.5 Cross, 11.5 Star, 12x4 Picket, 4x12 Cove Base, 12x12 Stair Tread.
	Due to handmade nature, tiles may vary by up to ¼ in. Sizes are nominal; meaning that sizes vary from the actual.
Body	Unsealed Red body clay, Spanish Mission Red tiles are fired at a low temperatures using wood as combustible. Therefore, scratches and imperfections are intrinsic of these terracotta tiles.
	Mission Red Tiles are highly porous and easily absorbs liquids.
	Mission Red tiles may be concave or cupped (not perfectly flat) and soft. May have chipped edges, craters, and vary in texture.
Tile Thickness	Spanish Mission Red tile has a ½ in. thickness. May have variation in thickness
Applications	Suitable for all residential and commercial floor applications. We recommend applying Porous Plus from Miracle Sealant (or comparable sealer) for highly porous tile, which forms an invisible barrier that is resistant to moisture and stains while allowing vapor to escape. Outdoor use is subject to climate change, exterior applications with moderate climate.
	Spanish Mission Red tile is NOT frost proof.
Recommended Grout Width	¼ in. grout line suggested. For further advice, contact your professional tile installer.
Recommended Grout Type	Use sanded grout. We recommend to seal tiles and grout lines with a high penetrating sealer.
Color, Size and Design Variation	Variety of color and size between tiles and within individual tiles. Vary in colors within a range of natural earth tones from red and oranges.
	Customers should request a sample before making a final selection or purchase. Lot variation in size and color may be present from shipment to shipment. There is no guarantee that tiles ordered as add-ons will match those from the original orders.
Installation Recommendations	Tierra y Fuego strongly recommends consulting an experienced licensed contractor for the installation of your Spanish Mission Red floor tiles. Lay out material prior to installation to properly blend and balance color. Due to size and color variation, we recommend to shuffle thru several boxes before installation. The surface of Spanish Mission Red tiles must be pre-sealed with a penetrating sealer before installation; this will prevent staining and reduce the probability of efflorescence. We recommend to use a high quality penetrating sealer such as 511 Porous Plus. 511 Porous Plus is a penetrating sealer designed for the protection of the most porous surfaces. 511 Porous Plus is not a surface coating and will not alter the natural look of your tile. Note: Always perform a sample test on an inconspicuous area, before applying the sealer on an entire tiled surface.
Care Recommendations	For routine maintenance immediately clean any spills. Damp mop floor tile with a neutral PH cleanser, and water, as needed. Never use abrasive cleaners, acids or bleaches.
Purchasing Tile	Keeping in mind that sizes are nominal, industry standard recommends adding on 5-10% additional to the tile needed to account for waste, special cuts, or other unforeseen problems. This is particularly important in complex installations.