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Each of our Mexican talavera tile is unique and handcrafted. The hand made nature gives it a warm and rustic finish. 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 Talavera ceramic tile exudes a natural magnetism that invites to be seen and touched. Made of clay and glazed by hand with natural color pigments, then baked in a kiln in which the colors become alive and vibrant, it acquires a somewhat rustic and timeless appeal. Our Talavera Collection is a compilation of designs from different origins. The tiles are ideal in just about any ambience whether Spanish, Italian, Moorish, Mexican, Mediterranean or Southwest style architecture. 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. 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. 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:
   
• 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 |
| Crazing: |
C1 - Light |
| Grout: |
Sanded grout if joint is greater than 1/4 in.
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.
Qualities:
Colors appear in the order they match best from left to right
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