The Rich History and Present-Day Use of Spanish Tiles

Their homes and buildings for people with Spanish tiles, durable, natural and convenient to choose to be made of materials have become a popular choice. These tiles have a rich history that spans centuries and the claims of various cultural influences.

As their name implies, Spanish ceramic tiles in Spain originated far back as the 11th century. During this time, the Spanish construction boom began in the Iberian Peninsula in the 15th century golden age of the structures, spanning the centuries. During this time, Arab culture have a significant impact, especially in architecture, woven. Thus, the tiles in the Alhambra are like the adventures are very Spanish, yet no doubt heavily influenced by the Moors. But not only the Arab invaders of the Middle Ages, these tiles have been designed to cast their influence, but also in the production itself. Spanish ceramics for which they were introduced to make the technology.

In addition, they also glaze the tiles began to be included. In Spanish ceramic tiles with glaze, they become impervious to moisture and dirt, and thus more durable.The glaze and metallic paint layering it with a transparent lead glaze was made by. These tiles were first manufactured in the city of Malaga Spanish region of Andalucia in the present. Design aspect of the case, today is the Arab influence can still be seen a display of ceramic tiles and intricate designs and colors with a lot of.

The previously mentioned Alhambra, which was completed in the 14th century, the Spanish tile other structures contained in the Great Mosque of Seville, in the twelfth century and was completed in another magnificent Muslim monuments were followed. However, due to an increase in Catholicism in the 15th century, the Muslims have a lot of structures were destroyed or converted to the Catholic structures. Valencia to Malaga Spanish tile industry, which only furthered the popularity of tiles has been transferred to Manises in the center of the building was moved out of Andalucia.

These days, contemporary Spanish tiles are very varied, some appear very detailed decoration and color, ideal for mosaics, with some more contemporary material like wood texture copy. One concern is that most people with these tiles is their price, which many people attribute to their foreign origin. The real reason is that these tiles can be more expensive than other tile types is their high quality and durability. These tiles are very flexible and versatile, as well as their various finishes allow them to be used in different situations, from bathroom to kitchen and courtyard.


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