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Saltillo Tile's Centuries-Old Allure

Tile Talk

Hand-crafted from natural clay deposits, authentic Saltillo tile can only come from one place in the world - Saltillo, in the state of Coahuila in Mexico. The sealer is applied with a paint roller. The final finish coat will probably be an acrylic, obtainable from either tile or paint stores. A brush is used at the edges.

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Back to Basics: AC’s Ceramic Tile Collections

Architectural Ceramics

Today, several tile manufacturers still honor the handmade tradition in shaping and painting natural clay tiles, but drying is done in a closed kiln instead of in the open air. Grout is used to allow for this expansion and contraction. textured surface makes the tile appear like painted brick. ″ x 9.5″ glossy finish.

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