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Polanco 2 Talavera Mexican Tile

Talavera Special

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All pricing is per tile.
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You may order samples online. Sample must be purchased and shipping charges apply. Please keep in mind sample tiles may vary in color from future orders due to the handmade process.


Talavera tiles are NOT Frost Resistant, they should not be used on outdoor installations with potential freezing temperatures.


Mexico is world reknown for its skillful artisans in a wide variety of fields. Mexican writer Alberto Ruy Sanchez Lacy called Mexican tile a "chosen skin". Tiles have embellished numerous public and private spaces thoughout Mexico. A glimpse anywhere in Mexico, particularly in the central states, shows the widespread use of talavera tiles decorating a broad range of spaces from kitchens, fountains, facades, interiors of luxurious hacienda homes to churches. It is through traditional artifacts, such as handcrafted tiles, that one can perceive an artisan’s sensibility, and creativity. Handcrafted ceramic tile is a rooted cultural heritage in Mexico, since its practice of making it began in the late sixteen century, around 1570 and 1573. Mexican ceramic tiles have actively played a distinguished role as an important utilitarian and decorative element in Mexican architecture.


Mexican tile is functional, beautiful, and practical, it provides a long lasting wall or surface that is easy to care and maintain. You can install Mexican tiles in virtually any area you want to enjoy their warm and beauty.


The tiles are made from clay dug out of the ground and fired to a temperature at which the clay undergoes chemical changes and becomes permanently hard. Then the tile is glazed and decorated by hand, and fired once again to give it its final and lively finish. Its physical characteristics make Mexican tiles particularly attractive and distinctive. Mexican tiles are concave (not perfectly flat). They are characterized as unique, irregular, functional, and expressive.

Polanco 2 Talavera Mexican Tile

Specifications Description

Recommended Use

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• All interiors of residential and commercial wall applications.

• Light-use residential flooring as accents or as a border to define an area.

• Tiles are Not Frost Resistant. Outdoor use in areas where freezing temperatures are not common.

• Wet areas such as showers, pools or fountains. Gloss glazes are recommended for these installations since matte glazes may be subject to discoloration due to harsh substances that may be found in water.

• Tiles and grout must be sealed with a penetrating sealer that will form an invisible barrier resistant to moisture and stains.

Recommended Rooms

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• Outdoor use is subject to climate conditions and method of installation.

• Not recommended on outdoor installations with potential freezing temperatures.

Specifications

Texture: Smooth
Finish: Gloss
Body: Red Bisque
Thickness: 1/4 in.
Variation: V3 - Moderate Variation
Grout: Sanded grout if joint is greater than 1/4 in. or
Non-sanded grout if joint is less than 1/4 in.
Sealer: Use penetrating sealer

 

• For a comparison of variation and crazing degrees refer to Variation and Crazing Details

Tiles per Square foot

SIZE (in.) NUMBER OF TILES
4¼ x 4¼ 8 tiles

Please Note: Customer is responsible for final quantity order.


Industry standard recommends adding on 5-10% additional tile to account for waste, special cuts, or other unforeseen problems. It is recommended to revise measurements and tile quantities with an expert installer.

 

Care and Considerations Clean with mild cleanser and damp cloth, do not use abrasive cleaners.

Some glazes such as matte colors are acid sensitive. Do not use cleaners with an acid base since these may cause discoloration.

 

Installation For Installation Recommendations refer to our Installation Guide

 

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4.85 out of 5 (13 reviews)
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Talavera Tiles

My shopping experience was excellent. I ordered 360 tiles and they arrived promptly via USPS and packaged so well that not one tile broke. My new kitchen backsplash is gorgeous! I highly recommend Tierra y Fuego, their quality and service is topnotch.

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Even more beautiful in person!

Even more beautiful in person!

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Colors!

We love our tile that we ordered from them. Quick turnaround!! Can't wait to order more!!

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Matches

The color are perfect and the customer service was very helpful because we were concerned about matching tile colors. Shipping was also very quick. Thank you

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The Polanco 4x4 tiles worked out well. Looks beautiful. Thank you.

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Polanco

Excellent quality! Exactly as pictured, safely packaged to ensure no breakage and just beautiful! I will definitely shop here again!

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business owner

This is the second time I have ordered from Tierrayfuego. I love the selection of tiles, the ease of ordering and great shipping provided. The first time I ordered I called in my order and was helped by a very knowledgeable rep who was very sweet. I love your tiles, they are beautiful. I look forward to doing business with you again. Thank you!

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I ordered your tiles previously and they are beautiful and the shipping was good. None broke.

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Beautiful Tiles

I ordered my tiles to be installed in an outdoor garden box. They arrived extremely well packed and all in one piece. The colors are vibrant and true to the on line pictures. I will be back for my next project for sure.

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Beautiful

We ordered one tile as a sample, and it's a beautiful tile. I'm not sure if it will work with our current color scheme for the bathroom, but it's a gorgeous tile, and we may try to find another use for it (kitchen maybe?). Really beautiful and packed extremely well.

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Well worth it

I was concerned ordering tile online but spoke to customer service who reassured me that packing was to a standard to ensure safe delivery. Tile came promptly, beautifully, and in excellend condition. It looks gorgeous in our kitchen!

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Thank you for the great service. my previous order was packed perfectly and with great care. No damages at all! Please commend your packing and shippng department. My kitchen looks amazing with these tiles.

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