White Zellige Tile Bathroom

Glass enamel is then applied to the surface of the raw tile called biscuit in multiple semi transparent shades creating a pearlescent.

White zellige tile bathroom.

It can be hard to clean. Shop our curated selection of zellige tiles. And much like subway tile which seems to play well with just about any kind of décor zellige tile works in a vast number of spaces depending on the color shape and glaze you choose. Zellige tiles spotted on the vanity of designer ilse crawford s own london flat.

The clay is kneaded with water moulded by hand dried naturally and fired in a kiln. Photograph via the modern house. Unlike manufactured uniform factory tile the handmade nature of zellige tiles results in imperfect uneven shapes. The tiles are made from terra cotta so there s a built in earthiness that seems to warm up whatever space you use them in too.

Zellige tile is a time tested art form that features rich coloration intricate textures and complete distinctiveness. Otherwise known as zillij or zellij is the arabic word for tile dating back to the 10th century when this tile making craft began. Zellige tiles are traditionally handcrafted with non refined natural clay extracted from the fez region in morocco. To note when considering zellige tiles for an interiors project.

These hand chiseled moroccan tiles acquire their coloring from the historic clay body that is a rich terracotta inherently forcing it s hue through the glazes. Baked in wood fired kilns loaded with olive pits these glazes feature a rich undulating.