Terracotta Effect & Real Terracotta Tiles

Are you looking for an vintage/natural style Terracotta Tiles?

Terracotta tiles area timeless trend, see below a variety of Terracotta effect porcelain tiles. These can be used for wall and floor applications including internal and external areas. So if your looking for a Terracotta inspired Kitchen or Terracotta styled Patio then we have you covered, However if your looking for Natural Terracotta tiles  then we also offer the real material made in two colours and a variety of finishes including an exterior frost proof option in our aged finish.

Order your free sample chips of the colours below

Do you have to seal terracotta tiles? Porcelain terracotta effect tiles no, they have a porosity of 0.5% so are stain proof and require no sealing. Natural terracotta however does, its a porous material like a sponge, we recommend a traditional sealing method of boiled linseed oil until the sealant is no longer absorbed, it may take a few applications and once complete the water will sit on the surface in a bubble, for internal applications we also recommend finishing with a clear wax to protect which can be reapplied every couple of years, keeping your floor in perfect condition with minimal upkeep.

Looking for colour matching grout and silicone? No problem we stock 50 colours to get the perfect match, Find your perfect colour here or ask us to recommend.

Can you use terracotta tiles externally?

Yes, we offer both porcelain terracotta effect ranges which are frost proof so all you need to consider is the slip ratings by choosing a non slip tile. We also offer real Natural terracotta tiles in our aged finish which is frost proof and suitable.

Terracotta Tiles FQA's

What are some of the disadvantages when it comes to terracotta? One of the main disadvantages of this material is its porous nature. However this can be easily solved by simply choosing a glazed terracotta.

Are terracotta tiles hard to maintain? If treated correctly terracotta tiles can provide a gorgeous finish and will be fairly easy to maintain.

Are terracotta tiles slippery? Since they are glazed they could be slippery since they are water resistant , however you can opt to an anti-slip finish.

How long would terracotta tiles last? Terracotta tiles should last you about 50 years or until you decide to change them.