Welcome to Galilee Tiles
At Galilee Tiles, we feel that tile work is an art form.
We specialize
in hand sculpted low-relief art tiles.
Each design
is carved in clay, and then cast in a plaster mold. After
the mold cures for a period of approximately two weeks, moist
clay is then pressed into the negative form and when released,
produces a positive replica of the original tile. After the
tile dries, it is placed in the kiln to undergo what is called
the " bisque " firing; irreversibly converting the
clay into a stone-like material. The tile is then painted,
And placed back in the kiln for a second firing; adhering
the color and producing a glass-like surface.
High temperature
firing makes Galilee Tiles suitable for both interior and
exterior installations, combining function and beauty with
lifelong durability.
Our tiles
are available in monochrome; emphasizing the sculpted design,
or individually hand painted to give you a truly unique work
of art.
Along with a
large selection of available designs, we offer custom tile
designing. Send us a sketch or a favorite picture and we will
estimate the cost of your potential tile project.
It takes
between 4 - 8 weeks to produce and ship most orders. If we
have the requested tiles in stock, shipping time is a matter
of days.
We take pride
in our work and are committed to producing a beautiful, handcrafted,
quality product.
We look forward to working with you.
Meet the artist
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