Why does it take 2 weeks to make my tile?

There are several steps to creating a tile: First, the tile must be pressed in wet clay from my original mold, cleaned & detailed, and allowed to slowly air-dry until ALL the moisture is gone. Drying time cannot be rushed, and can take a week or longer. After drying, the tile must be bisque-fired which hardens the tile and aids in the glazing process. Lastly, the tile is glazed in the appropriate colors, and fired again. Sometimes an additional firing is needed if the tile contains special finishes such as metallic lustres.

Are your tiles suitable for exterior use?

That depends on your climate. If you live in a region of the country that experiences freeze/thaw cycles, then outdoor applications are not recommended unless the piece can be garaged or brought indoors in the winter. The danger is not the cold temperature - it's the expansion of freezing moisture that can cause damage. There is no danger in warmer climates

Are your tiles suitable for showers, backsplashes, and other wet locations?

Yes. most of my art tiles can be installed in wet locations, and are often used as accent pieces in showers and backsplashes. Please contact me for specific information.

Can I display your tiles without permanently installing them?

Yes! All of my art tiles have a depression on the back which allows them to be hung on a small nail, and can be the perfect accent in a small space - such as between windows, by a desk, or that little blank space that could use a pop of color!

Custom and personalized orders

Most of my tiles and mosaics can be glazed to suit your color preference, but exact color MATCHES are impossible. Since my art tiles are pressed from my original molds, I generally cannot alter the DESIGN or SIZE without sculpting and casting a new mold. This can be done with a minimum order of 10 tiles of the new design.

Since each tile is hand-pressed, the size and thickness that I list is approximate, and may vary from tile to tile. Please contact me prior to purchase if you need your tiles to be consistent in size and thickness. This is common if you plan to use them as part of a permanent installation.

As with any fine ceramic tile, my tiles should be cleaned with mild soap and warm water. The use of harsh chemicals or abrasives is not recommended- this is particularly true of tiles that have any metallic lustre details.

Do you take Deposits and offer Layaways?

Yes, I'm always happy to work with my customers! Deposits/layaways are available on orders over $400. As a general rule, my deposit terms are 50% down with the remaining balance (plus any shipping costs) due at shipping. It is the purchaser's responsibility to contact me with any difficulties or delays they may be experiencing, as any deposit or layaway amount will be forfeited after 90 days of inactivity unless special arrangements are made.

Why don't you offer FREE SHIPPING?

Tiles are made of ceramic, and are quite heavy and expensive to ship. I charge exactly what it costs to ship my work, and DO NOT make a profit on it. As a matter of fact, ETSY ACTUALLY TAKES 5% OF MY SHIPPING CHARGE, which comes from my pocket - not to mention the cost of shipping supplies such as bubble wrap, boxes, packing tape, printer paper & ink, and tissue paper - all of which is another expense that I don't pass on to the customer. I'm a one-man artist/business owner - not a Big Box store selling mass produced items from China. That said, I do offer free shipping on a select number of items.

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WHEN PIGS FLY Ceramic Art Tile, 4x4 Handmade

Name: WHEN PIGS FLY Ceramic Art Tile, 4x4 Handmade
Brand: gianar
SKU: 76013052
Price: 58.18 SGD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (1547 reviews)

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Made by gianar
Materials: glazed white earthenware
Width: 4 inches

Height: 4 inches

WHEN PIGS FLY ceramic wall art tile is hand sculpted and pressed in white earthenware from my original mold.

The tile is painted with washes of brown, aqua, terra cotta, and yellow underglaze, which accents the dimension of the piece and gives it an antiqued effect. Its then coated with clear HIGH GLOSS glaze and fired.

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*****MADE TO ORDER. PLEASE ALLOW 2 WEEKS PROCESSING TIME*****
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Measures 4" square and is approx. 1/2" thick.

A depression on the back allows this extra-thick tile to be hung on a wall.

*****IMPORTANT*******
All of my tiles and mosaics are hand-made from start to finish, and I keep very little inventory on hand. Please allow approximately 2 WEEKS for processing
PLEASE READ!
Since all of my tiles are handmade, my listing photos are a representation of the tile you'll receive, and not the actual tile, unless stated.
Each tile will be glazed using the exact same glazes which I used in the listing photos, but each tile will be unique, and may show variations in color and texture which are inherent to the process of glaze application and kiln-firing. These inherent differences should be expected, and are part of the beauty of handmade tiles.
Customers are also reminded that colors can appear differently in person from what you may see on your screen.
By purchasing my tiles, you agree to accept the above statements.

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Returns & exchanges accepted within 14 days
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