Shadow Half Dots Terracotta 8×8

Cement Tiles Collection by Original Mission Tile

Shadow Half Dots: engraved terracotta cement tile

Half Dots carves two crescents facing each other into the face of the tile, leaving a raised hourglass band down the middle. It is the most organic of the four patterns: the curves catch light along their whole edge instead of on a single straight crease. The relief is pressed into the surface instead of painted on, and the terracotta body is one solid handmade color all the way through. Each tile is 8×8 in (20×20 cm) and 5/8 in (1.60 cm) thick, reduced to 3/8 in (0.95 cm) at the deepest point of the carving.

Where Half Dots works: in a straight grid the crescents of neighbouring tiles close into full circles, so a large wall reads as a field of discs rather than as individual tiles. That makes it the best of the four for a big uninterrupted surface, and the softest next to curved furniture. Good for feature walls, hotel lobbies and bar fronts, and it also works as a band against the flatter Diagonal pattern. On the floor of the same room, our flat S-107 Terra-cotta 8×8 matches the color exactly.

Note: All cement tile designs can be customized by using our 60 colors palette, regular lead time 4-6 weeks.

Recommendations:

Cement Tile might show variation in color and design and will not be identical piece to piece. This is a result of its handmade process and the nature of cement. We suggest mixing tiles from different boxes during setting to produce a beautiful and naturally rich appearance. Details could be noticed in a close-up, but will be invisible when installation is completed.

By following our recommendations your Cement Tiles will result in a beautiful, durable and easy to maintain surface that can be enjoyed for many years: installation guidelines & installation video

Cement tiles may be used to cover any surface either for residential or commercial applications: Floors, walls, stairs, back splashes, ceilings, counter tops, swimming pools, fountains & facades.

Cement tiles can be used either in-doors or outdoors.

For in-doors installations, it is recommended to apply a penetrating sealer or/and polish the tiles to protect them from water, grease and other stains.

For outdoors installations, it is highly important to protect your tiles with a penetrating sealer containing UV protection and polish the tiles with wax in order to avoid direct sunlight. This will help the tile to preserve its color and natural patina.

For installations in pools or water places, use a penetrating sealer to make your tile and grout lines are waterproof to avoid any filtration and additionally apply an acrylic concrete surface sealer on top, also it’s recommended to use a waterproof membrane.