Collection-specific installation guides

Tiles by Conie Vallese are handmade glazed thick terracotta tiles produced from Spanish clay. Natural variations in colour, dimensions and surface are characteristic of the collection. Before installation, inspect the tiles, mix pieces from different boxes and plan the layout. Use an adhesive suitable for glazed terracotta on a clean, stable and level substrate. A grout joint of 1–4 mm is recommended. Allow the adhesive to cure for approximately 24 hours before grouting, and remove excess grout promptly using a damp sponge.

For detailed instructions, please refer to our Conie Vallese Installation Guide.

Tiles by Formafantasma are made from Italian clay with a glazed terracotta surface. As with other handmade terracotta collections, slight variations in colour, dimensions and glaze should be considered during installation. Before fixing, inspect the tiles and arrange pieces from different boxes to achieve a balanced distribution of colour. The substrate should be clean, stable, level and fully cured. Use a flexible, slow-setting adhesive compatible with glazed terracotta. A fine, unsanded grout is recommended to protect the glazed surface. Allow the adhesive to cure fully before grouting, and remove excess grout promptly with a soft, damp sponge.

Tiles by Muller Van Severen are handmade Moroccan zellige tiles, characterised by variations in thickness, shape and glaze. Before installation, mix tiles from several boxes and prepare a clean, dry and level substrate. Soak the tiles in clean water for approximately five minutes before fixing, allowing them to drain briefly. Use a high-quality flexible adhesive and install with none or narrow joints of approximately 1 mm. A fine grout wash in a colour close to the tiles is recommended to fill small gaps and natural irregularities.

For detailed instructions, please refer to our Muller Van Severen Installation Guide.

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Tiles by Sabine Marcelis are precision-cut, back-painted glass tiles. Installation requires a completely flat, dry and stable substrate, preferably with a uniform white background to preserve colour consistency. Use an adhesive suitable for back-painted glass and maintain a minimum grout joint of 2 mm.

The FROSTED MATTE surface requires particular care. Adhesive and grout residue must be removed immediately with clean water and a soft sponge to prevent permanent marks. Use only compatible installation products and sealants.

For detailed instructions, please refer to our Sabine Marcelis Installation Guide.

Tiles by Yvonne Koné are produced from Italian terracotta and are available in glazed and unglazed finishes. Prepare a clean, stable and fully cured substrate. Use a flexible, slow-setting adhesive suitable for glazed terracotta, avoiding rapid-setting products unless specifically approved. A minimum grout joint of 1 mm is recommended. For glazed tiles, use a fine, unsanded grout to protect the surface. The unglazed YV KO 18 Burned is naturally porous and should be sealed with a suitable terracotta sealer. The collection is primarily intended for walls, and floor installation is not recommended.

For detailed instructions, please refer to our Yvonne Koné Installation Guide.

Blēo Essentials Terracotta tiles are handmade from natural Spanish clay, with subtle variations in colour, texture, dimensions and edges. These characteristics should be considered throughout installation. Before installation, inspect the tiles and mix pieces from different boxes to achieve an even distribution of colour and texture. Install on a clean, dry and stable substrate using a high-quality flexible adhesive suitable for terracotta. For floors, apply adhesive to both the substrate and the back of each tile to ensure full coverage.

We recommend grout joints of approximately 3–5 mm to accommodate natural variations in size. Allow the adhesive to cure fully before grouting, remove excess grout continuously and test darker grout colours beforehand. Terracotta is naturally porous and should always be sealed after installation with a suitable impregnating sealer. This reduces water absorption and helps protect against staining. Periodic resealing may be necessary, particularly in areas exposed to moisture or frequent use.

We recommend professional installation by an experienced tiler.

For detailed instructions, please refer to our Terracotta Installation, Grouting & Sealing Guide.

Blēo Essentials Raw Lava Stone tiles are made from natural volcanic basalt, characterised by variations in colour, mineral markings, texture and porosity. We recommend professional installation by an experienced natural stone installer. Before installation, inspect the tiles and mix pieces from different boxes to distribute natural variations evenly. The substrate must be clean, dry, level and structurally sound. Use a high-quality adhesive suitable for natural stone.

Before grouting, protect the tiles with a suitable penetrating sealer or grout release treatment to prevent grout pigments from being absorbed into the stone. A grout colour close to the stone creates a more continuous surface, while contrasting grout emphasises the individual tiles. Remove excess grout promptly. After installation, seal the tiles with a penetrating sealer suitable for natural volcanic stone. This reduces water absorption and improves stain resistance without changing the stone's natural appearance. Periodic resealing may be necessary depending on use.

For detailed instructions, please refer to our Raw Lava Stone Installation, Grouting & Sealing Guide.