Decorating With Fired Earth.
This book considers the rich and varied history of the manufacture and use of tiles across the world and through the centuries, from the Islamic world, through the Medieval period, the glories of Maiolica and its influence on the Mexican tile industry, Dutch and English Delft and the Victorian period, before arriving at the Twentieth century with its wealth of craftsman-made tiles.
The central section of the book considers the decorating potential of tiles and the many ways in which they can be used with colour photographs of tiles in spectacular settings on floors, in bathrooms and kitchens, on walls and as decorative details, and, most importantly, outdoors. Finally, the book concludes with a comprehensive chapter on practicalities, which supplies the reader with detailed description of how to apply and care for tiles, one of the most enduring, vital and attractive elements in architectural ornamentation and interior design.
Fired Earth is one of the leading tile producers in Britain, creating both modern designs and reproductions of classic tiles as well as tribal rugs, natural floor and wall coverings, fabrics, traditional and contemporary paints and finishes.
