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ceramic mosaic tile
ceramic mosaic tile is the art of the small: glazed pieces, set side by side, that give a wall or floor its own pattern. this edit runs from hand-painted delft blues to classic penny rounds, with handcrafted glazed terracotta at its core. built for accent walls, backsplashes and the occasional floor, these mosaics reward a professional installation.
ceramic mosaic tile faq
how do you install ceramic mosaic tile?
installation is best left to a professional with mosaic experience, since small formats mean more grout lines and less room for uneven spacing. our porcelain penny rounds come mounted on mesh sheets with a fixed 1/16″ grout joint, while the delft pieces are sold as individual tiles. every collection has its own material guidelines, so hand them to your installer before the project begins.
is ceramic mosaic tile more expensive than regular tile?
often, once installation is counted. mosaic formats have far more pieces and grout lines per square foot, so setting them takes more time than larger tile. the tile itself varies widely by collection, from our clé classics penny rounds to hand-painted delft and fornace brioni pieces, so compare the full project, not the price per piece.
can you use ceramic mosaic tile on floors and walls?
on walls, yes: every piece in this collection is rated for interior walls, kitchen backsplashes and shower walls. floor tile use is more selective, with a smaller group rated for interior floors, including our penny rounds, which are also rated for shower floors and bathroom floors. use the usage filter on this page to see what suits your space.
what grout should you use with ceramic mosaic tile?
use the grout your collection's guidelines call for. for our porcelain penny rounds, clé recommends unsanded cementitious grout and a mortar that meet ANSI A118 or ISO 13007 standards, with the fixed 1/16″ joint left as it is. in showers and other wet areas, the grout lines should be sealed as the final step of installation.
is ceramic mosaic tile durable, and how do you care for it?
glazed mosaics offer lasting durability, and care depends on the collection. our porcelain penny rounds are impervious, with water absorption under 0.5%. delft, villa classica and other terracotta-bodied pieces each have their own material guidelines, so follow the one for your collection before you clean or seal.
what sizes does ceramic mosaic tile come in?
this collection runs from petite 4″ x 4″ squares and 2″ x 6″ baguettes to ¾″ penny rounds on sheets, plus irregular strips and bundles. most pieces are handcrafted glazed terracotta, with the porcelain penny rounds as the classic, consistent option. finishes are mostly gloss with a few matte, and colors lean blue and white.