2" x 4.25" Terra Cotta Shell - Talavera Mexican 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.
2" x 4.25" Terra Cotta Shell - Talavera Mexican Tile
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Recommended Use | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() • 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. • Tiles and grout must be sealed with a penetrating sealer that will form an invisible barrier resistant to moisture and stains. | ||||||||||||||
Recommended Rooms | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() • Outdoor use is subject to climate conditions and method of installation. • Not recommended on outdoor installations with potential freezing temperatures. | ||||||||||||||
Specifications |
• For a comparison of variation and crazing degrees refer to Variation and Crazing Details | ||||||||||||||
Tiles per Linear foot |
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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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Review
I love your tiles! I made the mistake to 'bargain shop' for some of the tiles I wanted for my project. Much to my disappointment, most of them were warped. They were all the wrong color, dark blue, not black. I just placed an order with you to replace all those tiles, and I will returning everything I ordered from that company. My project is delayed, plus it's costing more for lost time and shipping back. I will be using your company from here on out!!
Tub Border
We found these tiles at a very reasonable price to go around the top of the plain tile in a bathroom. The tiles were packaged carefully and the service is beyond excellent, as well as fast. This is the first time I've dealt with this company and any time I have a need for tile, I will order from them again. It's great to deal with a company that has good products and wants the consumer's satisfaction.
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