Tile 101: Desert Fields
Where Beauty Meets Endurance
By Clay Imports
People have different preferences when choosing tiles. Some prioritize durability and longevity for a timeless product, while others focus on aesthetics and visual impact to enhance their creative space. Here at Clay Imports, we're always working on bringing you tiles that can fulfill both aspects; let us introduce you to our new collection: Desert Fields.
What is Desert Fields?
Desert fields is a fusion of durability and the essence of enchantment found in the vast and tranquil deserts of Mexico: from the big dunes of Baja California to the tranquil valleys of Chihuahua; we love working with natural products and one of the best parts of it is finding inspiration in their natural ambiance.
For us, tiles are meant to last, that is why desert field tiles are crafted with utmost precision and embodies the perfect blend of high quality, beauty, and enduring strength, so you can have the best, durable product.
This modern tile collection has 6 different colors and 2 different finishes, making for a wide variety of layout possibilities. Keep in mind that these tiles are handmade so they will exhibit natural variations, which are inherent traits of natural products like Terracotta. These variations are not defects but rather a natural part of the product. We highly recommend ordering samples before making a final purchase to confirm and appreciate these natural variations in each tile.
Desert Fields Gloss tiles
The gloss tiles of our collection are the perfect option for those who want a smooth and soft look. These tiles are the perfect choice for backsplashes, bathrooms and places where you want to add a distinctive touch.
Oasis Gloss
This calm and refreshing light blue tile is inspired by the Oasis found in the Baja California coastal desert. Its invitation to abandon conformity and embrace the electric pulse of life will create a highlight in your project.
Oasis Gloss is a soft and smooth like water blue tile
Playa Gloss
Mexico is a unique place and their beaches are one of the most beautiful spaces the country has to offer to the world. That's the inspiration behind Playa gloss: A tile that takes inspiration from the blue hues that the Mexican sea and sky offers every day on their coasts.
Playa gloss features a smooth, mid-toned warm blue
Yucca Crackled Gloss
The desert not only features cacti and bushes. The Yucca tree is an incredible sight in the middle of a sea of sand for their colors and endurance in the desert landscape. This is also true when it comes to design. Yucca gloss comes with a distinctive crackled texture, like the cracked earth of the desert, giving it an even more timeless look. If you want to know more about how this process is done and how it can add a different feel to your project, you can check our guide on crazing.
Yucca is a subtle translucent green tile with untamed crackling
Desert Fields Matte tiles
The matte tiles from our Desert Fields collection feature an incredible combination of color and durability that will be suitable not only for your accent walls and details, but also make them the perfect tile for bathroom floors, patios and more. We are sure you’ll love the final result.
Mirage Matte
There’s nothing more classic than a white tile. But where a lot of people see a basic tile, we think the Mirage Matte white tile is the perfect mirror where you will see anything you ever imagined, just like a mirage in the middle of the desert.
A bright, solid white tile that shifts and transforms into forms and spaces before your eyes
Palo Santo Matte
Wood and tile are an inseparable part of any household, so that’s why we were inspired by the sun dried color of palo santo wood to offer you this glaze option. Palo Santo is an ancestral ingredient in most Mexican and Latin American rites, and this burnt wood colored tile will bring the magic touch you are looking for.
Palo Santo Matte features shades of sun dried brown and baked earth
Nightfall Matte
The beauty of the night sky has inspired countless artforms and tales, and there’s no place where the night sky is more spectacular than in the Coahuila desert. Nightfall Matte features a solid yet discreet black where you will discover why the sight of a dark sky takes us to be brave with our creativity.
Nightfall Matte is the culmination of a symphony of shadows and whispersSizes and shapes
Desert Fields is a modern take on tile design, not only for their colors and finishes but also for the sizes and shapes this collection will be available. Unlike traditional glazed tiles, we decided to use unconventional modern sizes so you can explore new possibilities in your tile works and installations.
Desert fields feature three modern size options that can be combined together for limitless possibilities
Of course, this unconventional tile collection can be laid in the conventional ways you would usually lay your subway tiles but also has a variety of other interesting layout options. Here you will see different suggestions on how you can mix and match these tiles, but we are sure you will find many innovative ways to use them.
Technical information
Desert Fields not only has the looks, but also has the brains. The engineering behind these tiles will leave no room for compromise between quality and aesthetics, you can have it all. All Tiles are suitable for all indoor applications, such as floors, walls and ceilings and outdoor applications, as long as they are not experiencing freezing conditions.
Desert fields tiles are made to endure, but that doesn't mean they don't need a little help! We invite you to take a look at our Clay Care products. These maintenance items have been carefully tested with our products, and they are designed to preserve your tiles' beauty, ensuring their longevity and durability. From sealers to cleaners, purchasing these maintenance items together with your tiles not only simplifies your order but also prepares you to enjoy your tiles for a long time.
Finally, these tiles can be as easily installed as any of our glazed tiles. If you need further information, you can always take a look at our installation guide. And remember, if you have any questions or require more information, don't hesitate to reach out to us at contact@clayimports.com.
