Antique French ceramic tiles - splashback or feature
A damier style splash-back of antique French ceramic encaustic tiles manufactured by Boch Freres Maubeuge and Perrusson Bourgogne.
Two methods of laying presented in photographs.
Tile size:- 17cm sq
Tile thickness: - +/- 17mm
Date:- Late 19th, early 20th century
Dimensions of tiles laid out: - 5 tiles x 4 tiles equals 85 cm high by 68 cm wide (0.58m2)
Total weight: - c.25 kgs
The tiles
The tiles have been cleaned of their old mortar, years of dirt and wax and arrive ready to relay. They were handmade in small batches so there are subtle colour and tone variations, all adding to their charm. There will also be subtle variations in the size and thickness of tiles. Once laid they do not need to be sealed or waxed although both of these are an option and a personal choice; a regular wash is all that will be required to retain their beauty.
Tiles Condition
The tiles are antique and a small proportion of them will display small grout able edge nibbles and chips. This is all part of the antique patina of a tile and adds to their charm and beauty.
Applications
Ceramic encaustic tiles are highly fired which means they can be laid inside or outside of the home as high summer and below freezing winter temperatures will not affect the tile. They can also be laid with under floor heating systems as they are superb retainers and distributors of heat. While they were originally floor tiles they can and are used on walls as splash backs, in showers, in Aga inglenooks and various other areas of the home. They can be laid as centralised carpet style features framed by antique parquet, stone or a complimentary plain tile. If you cannot find what you are looking for we do have more tiles available and can provide for larger areas. Contact us for more information.
Packing & Delivery
Delivery is to UK only by parcel courier, unless part of a larger order. We take time and care in packing and the tiles are dispatched in a cardboard box insulated with 2cm thick polystyrene.
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