Zellige tiles
Small glazed formats, a vibrant surface, shade variation from tile to tile.
15 references, to see by appointment in Paris 16th and 17th
Zellige comes from Morocco: small tiles of glazed clay, cut by hand, whose thick glaze catches the light unevenly. Laid tight, it gives a wall that changes with the time of day and the viewing angle.
Our selection is contemporary zellige: glazed tiles made in Spain that keep the small formats (5 × 15 cm, 6.2 × 12.5 cm, hexagon) and the nuanced surface of traditional zellige, with the regularity and durability today's bathrooms and kitchens call for.
Samples are best seen in the showroom, flat and in raking light: it is the only way to judge a glaze of this kind.
Are your zellige tiles hand-cut in Morocco?
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No. We present contemporary glazed zellige made in Spain (WOW Design, Cevica). It keeps the look of traditional zellige with a regular format that makes installation easier.
Can zellige be used in a shower?
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Yes, the glazed tiles in our selection are suitable for shower walls. The choice of grout and how it is applied matter as much as the tile: we discuss it at the appointment, plans in hand.
Why does the shade vary from tile to tile?
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That is the nature of a nuanced glaze: each piece reacts differently in the kiln. This variation is what makes zellige interesting, which is why it is worth seeing several tiles side by side before choosing.
Book an appointment and mention zellige in your request: we prepare the samples before your visit.