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From its colonial beginnings, California has had a rich and romantic history through the Spanish and Mexican eras. By the 1920’s many Californians began to treasure this heritage, and inspired in the Spanish-Mediterranean architecture, architects throughout the state chose the Spanish design as an appropriate style for many state public and private buildings. Such an epitome of Spanish colonial revival is the Santa Barbara courthouse.
Malibu tiles are named after the California Malibu Potteries of the 1920’s. Malibu tiles are glazed and decorated by hand using a technique called “cuerda seca” or “dry cord”. This technique of decorating ceramic tiles can be traced back to Persia during the XIV century. It implicates that every single drop of colored glaze is carefully applied by the artist using a bulb syringe. In most cases a single tile may have up to ten different colors, and at the same time a mix of matte and gloss glazes. Therefore, extreme attention to detail is required to create a unique and exquisite tile of unparalleled beauty. Typically, Malibu tiles display rich, and intricate Spanish-Moorish motifs evoking a bold, romantic, and dramatic style. 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 |
| 2x6 |
12 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:
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