{"product_id":"saint-martin-pale-terracotta-parquet-floor-tiles-7-5-x-30-x-2-cm","title":"Saint Martin Pale Terracotta Parquet Floor Tiles 7.5 x 30 x 2 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eEarthy, grounding and full of soul, our Real Terracotta Parquet tiles bring the magic of natural imperfections into your home. This is a true handmade, artisanal product, shaped by hand and fired in traditional wood-fired kilns, exactly as terracotta has been made for centuries. That old-world process is what gives each tile its warm, sun-baked tones and subtle shifts from piece to piece, creating a floor or wall that feels genuinely alive with depth and texture. Every tile carries its own nuances, tonal variation and hand-finished marks, just as real handmade terracotta should.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith their elongated brick shape, these tiles are made for laying in classic parquet or herringbone patterns, giving you a floor rich in movement and character, whether you are transforming a rustic kitchen, a garden room or a relaxed hallway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the things we love most about this tile is how much you can do with it. You can lay it either way up. Choose the rustic side, with its hand-finished finger marks and dusted, earthy character, or turn the tiles over for a smoother face, or mix the two for a floor that is completely your own. The grout colour makes just as much difference. A lighter grout gives a fresh, defined look that lifts the pattern, while a warmer, terracotta-toned grout melts into the tile for a softer, more seamless and aged effect. Two identical floors can look completely different depending on the choices you make, and that is part of the joy of working with real terracotta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTerracotta has been used on floors since Roman times, and it is every bit as relevant today. It responds beautifully to underfloor heating, warming gently and holding that warmth, which makes it as practical as it is full of character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigner tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e pair with warm neutral grout for a soft glow, or a pale contrast to highlight the laying pattern. We recommend slurry grouting, working the grout across the entire surface to fill the natural pits and texture. These look fabulous teamed with pale woods, linen textiles and brushed brass details for a look that feels calm, layered and design-led.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn honest word:\u003c\/strong\u003e real terracotta is not for the faint-hearted. It is a natural, living material that asks for a little more care than a porcelain tile, both to lay and to look after. But if you want real, honest character underfoot, and you do not mind a bit more maintenance, nothing else comes close. Real terracotta is for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e this is a natural terracotta product and will require sealing before and after grouting, as well as surface protection with a roll-on liquid wax coating, for best results. We also suggest installing with a wider joint to enhance its rustic quality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baked Tiles","offers":[{"title":"Terracotta \/ Tile","offer_id":55981552796033,"sku":"BK2910","price":1.38,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Terracotta \/ Sample (10x15cm Cut Tile)","offer_id":55981552828801,"sku":"BK2910SAMPLE","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Terracotta \/ Full Tile Sample","offer_id":55981552861569,"sku":"BK2910FULL","price":1.63,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/8649\/files\/Baked-Real-Terracotta-Parquet-30_5cm-x-7_5cm_b1f20101.webp?v=1783914838","url":"https:\/\/www.bakedtiles.co.uk\/products\/saint-martin-pale-terracotta-parquet-floor-tiles-7-5-x-30-x-2-cm","provider":"Baked Tiles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}