ZELLIGE

New York Cement Tile Zellige is handcrafted using traditional Moroccan techniques. Each tile features natural variation, uneven edges, subtle cracking, and tonal shifts hallmarks of authentic Zellige and its iconic perfectly imperfect aesthetic.

Zellige tiles are suitable for:

• Walls and floors
• Bathrooms and showers
• Kitchen backsplashes
• Fireplace surrounds
• Indoor and outdoor applications
• Heated floors

Glazed Zellige may be used in pools and fountains with professional installation. Unglazed Zellige is not recommended for submerged use.

• Unglazed Zellige: Must be sealed before and after grouting
• Glazed Zellige: Does not require sealing unless installed in wet areas

Recommended sealer: Miracle 511 Porous Plus

Zellige should be installed edge-to-edge with minimal spacing. Tiles vary in thickness and size and should be mixed from multiple boxes during installation.

Never use mallets. Due to their handmade nature, installation by an experienced professional is strongly recommended.

Use a flexible white adhesive or high-bond mortar, applied using the double-spread method on both the tile and the substrate. Maintain an adhesive bed of approximately 1/8" (3 mm) to help accommodate the natural irregularities of handmade Zellige tiles.

For grouting, use a fluid, fine-aggregate grout such as Mapei Ultracolor Plus FA. Because Zellige tiles are installed edge-to-edge, grout joints should remain minimal no greater than 1/32" (1 mm). Apply grout diagonally across the surface and clean with a damp sponge after 20–30 minutes. Always perform a test application in an inconspicuous area, particularly when working with unglazed tiles.

Zellige should be installed edge-to-edge with minimal spacing. Tiles vary in thickness and size and should be mixed from multiple boxes during installation.

Never use mallets. Due to their handmade nature, installation by an experienced professional is strongly recommended.

For detailed step-by-step instructions, please review our Zellige Installation Guide