Handmade Mexican Talavera Tile dates backside to 15th century at Talavera De La Reina, Spain hand painted Mexican tiles. A lot of of the colors, designs and lovely patterns of this decorative clay tile can be found on cultures like Chinese and Middle East, which most likely originated from 8th-century Arab countries. By the 16th century, Italian craftsmen started using different glazes, generating a lot of dissimilar colors recognize until then. Talavera Tile ceramic was dispersed around European countries reaching Spain. In rotate, when the Spanish colonized Mexico, the trade was introduced to the local Mexican artisans and by doing so, they were competent to incorporate much more color and designs because of the Mexican culture richness.

Installation Tips

Because of the nature of Talavera tiles being handmade, small imperfections are to be expected. This restrictions need to be known by the installer so he/she can supply the correct remedies. Generally speaking, the following instructions are a reference and by no means all-inclusive, if in mistrust check with a professional Talavera tile installer in front of starting your project.

  • Apply a bony layer of thinset/cement on the surface to be tiled.

  • Spot a diminutive quantum of thinset/cement in the middle of the behind of the tile. This will offer the middle portion sufficient support to prohibit the tile from cracking under pressure.

  • Set the tile in space. Spacers are to be used with caution because of the diminutive size variations. Installer should check whether the tiles are squared enough to spend them or by far spend some variable spacer (i.e. pieces of cardboard).

  • Exercise only non-sanded grout. Sanded grout is used for 1/2" grout lines. Talavera tiles are installed at 1/8" grout line.

  • Permit at least twenty minutes for the grout to parched. A “haze” will begin to appear.

  • Spend a clean sponge to wipe away excess grout.

  • Every a drying period of 24 hours.

  • It is recommended to seal the grout. Utilize proper installation materials, sealer, and installation technique specific to occupation site requirements, or to make the tiles waterproof Mexican tile bathrooms.