Zellige Tales

White Zellige Tile: Why the Imperfections Are the Point

White Zellige Tile: Why the Imperfections Are the Point

White zellige tile isn't uniform, and that's the appeal. Here's why the variation, texture, and "flaws" are what make it worth the price.

Zellige Tile With Brass Fixtures: Design Pairing Guide

Zellige and brass are one of the most requested pairings in tile design right now. Here's how to match colorway to finish so it actually works.

Why Does My Zellige Tile Have Chips and Pits?

Small chips and surface pits aren't damage — they're proof the tile was actually made by hand. Here's how to tell normal from a real defect.

Two zellige tile swatches side by side comparing tight and standard grout joint spacing, from the zellige grout spacing and color guide

Zellige Tile Grout: What Spacing and Color to Use

Zellige grout is not a copy-paste from standard tile: joint width, color, grout type, and sealing all work differently on handmade, hand-cut tile. ...

The Best Brands for 4x4 Zellige Tiles in the US (An Honest Breakdown)

Zia. Clé. Riad. Handtile. If you're speccing zellige for a project, here's the honest breakdown — what each brand actually delivers, and who ships ...

How Much Extra Zellige Tile Should I Order? (Overage Guide)

Zellige isn't like standard tile. Here's how to calculate overage the right way — so you don't end up short mid-project.

How to Use Zellige Tile in a Kitchen (Without Getting It Wrong)

Zellige tile transforms a kitchen. But it's not the same as subway tile — placement, grout, and surface prep all matter. Here's how to get it right.

Can You Use Zellige Tile in a Shower?

Yes, you can use zellige tile in a shower. But there are a few things you need to get right first — sealing, waterproofing, and grout choice. Here'...

What Is Bejmat Tile? The Moroccan Floor Tile You've Been Sleeping On

Bejmat is a handmade Moroccan clay tile fired in traditional kilns in Fes. Earthy, durable, and wildly underused in American homes — it might be ex...

Is Zellige Tile Worth It? An Honest Buyer's Guide

Is Zellige Tile Worth It? An Honest Buyer's Guide If you've been looking at zellige tile for your kitchen or bathroom, you've probably noticed two ...

Why Zellige Tile Is Never Perfectly Flat (And Why That's the Point)

If you've ever held a piece of zellige tile in your hands, you've noticed it. The surface isn't flat. Run your finger across it and you feel ridge...

Zellige vs Cement Tile: What's the Real Difference?

Zellige or cement tile? Compare materials, water resistance, maintenance, cost, and best uses. A practical guide to help you choose the right handc...

Bejmat Tiles vs Square Zellige — Which Should You Choose?

Bejmat and square zellige are both handmade in Fes, Morocco from the same ancient clay — but they look, install, and perform very differently. One ...