Earthy colors and touchable textures are two main trends in home decor that are here to stay, and they influence the whole sphere a lot. You may see a lot of warm and inviting color palettes, various touchable fabrics that are now on top thanks to these trends. If you want to pull them off, too, there’s a cool way to go: try terracotta tile. Terracotta tile has both of these trends featured: a warm and relaxing earthy shade and amazing texture that is like no other.
What Is Terracotta Tile?
Terracotta tiles are all-natural tiles made from clay that has been shaped into their form and then fired or baked to become hard. Some terracotta tiles are burnished to create a tighter surface finish to reduce water absorption. Terracotta ranges in warm earth toned colors from yellow to red, brown, and pink. Manufacturers create terracotta tiles in a variety of glaze levels from semi-glazed to high-glazed. Glazed terracotta tiles have a colored or transparent vitreous coating. This coating protects the terracotta tile floor from any liquid that is spilled. It prevents stains and the growth of mildew. Unglazed tiles do not have a protective coating, but have a more natural look. Sealing unglazed tiles will give the surface some protection against moisture and stains.
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Terracotta Tile Pros
Terracotta tiles are very durable. Glazed terracotta is the most durable form of tile, though unglazed tiles with a quality sealer are also long-lasting.
Terracotta tiles create a gorgeous and earthy style with depth and texture. Designers use clay tiles in versatile home design from modern and contemporary to rustic and traditional. They are perfect for creating trendy and welcoming modern earthy spaces and giving modern, Scandinavian and even minimalist kitchens a trendy and warm feeling.
Terracotta tiles are sustainable and recyclable choice. Clay is a less expensive natural floor product compared to natural stone surfaces and porcelain tiles. Installing terracotta tile can be a DIY job if you have experience in tiling, which again decreases the costs.
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Terracotta Tile Cons
Terracotta is a porous substance similar to natural travertine. Glazing and sealing makes the tiles more water resistant, which is extremely important for such spaces as kitchens.
Water will not soak into glazed tiles, but these may become slippery when wet. Make sure that if you are using glazed tiles in areas with water they have a slip-resistant surface.
If you have unglazed tiles, sealing them is the first step to beginning well. Use a commercial sealer formulated for terracotta or create your own.
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