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Corten inspired tiles by TAU Cerámica
Easy there you head banger you, we're not talking about the mavens of heavy metal rock music, we're talking ceramic tile here... whaaa? You read right, porcelin tiles that replicate the look of naturally oxidized steel.

Rock on.

Link: TAU Cerámica

TAU Cerámica now presents CORTEN, a model in the TAU Metallica collection designed to incorporate ceramics into the realm of creative architecture. A model inspired by the metal alloy used most frequently in modern sculpture, corten steel, whose textures are faithfully reproduced in ceramic materials even offering new interpretations of this noble material.


 Comments (57)
joseph  — March 3, 2005
distributors in Illinois - for Tau Corten
Tau Metallica - Corten could you pls provide a list of your distributors/dealers of the Tau Corten tile. tks, Joseph Lajeune, President Mona Lisa Stone & Tile, Inc.
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chris long  — May 4, 2005
retail in Illinois - for Tau Corten
I am looking for corten tiles at the retail level? can you help? cmlong@invisiblestreams.com
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Joe W  — June 8, 2005
Where in the US?
Where can this tile be found in the US?
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Sherry B  — June 29, 2005
tau corten tile
can you give me the midwestern rep for this tile? also what are the sizes and is there inventory in the US?
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James  — June 29, 2005
US Distributor
Try American Imports: 708-614-8100. Ask for Gary or Jesse. Let us know how your project turns out!
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Will  — July 12, 2005
Awesome effect
Saw this fantastic tile at a parade of homes in Madison, WI -- Nonn's Flooring has it. I was astonished by the real metallic appearance of this tile. Very original. The rust version is warm, the silver version is a little overpowering.
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Dennis Rudder  — November 11, 2005
Great looking Tile!
I saw this tile for the first time the other day when visiting my dentists new office. He had installed it in the waiting area and it looked great. We are in the process of remodeling our home and have revised our plans to include the Copper version in our living area.
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Jenny Wolpert  — November 17, 2005
Is there a distributor in California?
I LOOOVE this tile! I just saw it in Hastings in NYC. But I live in So. California and I need some really soon. Any info you have would be much appreciated. JenWolpert@aol.com
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kurt  — November 23, 2005
designer
jen wolpert i am going to be using the tile in a project in malibu and there is a company in santa monica that is wher we will probably get it . it is called walk on tile www.walkontile.com good luck !!!
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The Arel Group  — December 7, 2005
Great tile, our client needs...any distributors in Maryland / DC area?
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Catherine  — February 28, 2006
Corten in Seattle Area
Pental Stone and Tile 713 South Fidalgo Seattle, Washington 98108 Tel. # 206-768-1278 Fax # 206-763-5753 www.pentalonline.com
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pat r  — March 16, 2006
corten - copper
there was a distributor in Louisville, Ky. (which is where I live, but they no longer carry the line. PLEASE HELP! I need approx. 75 feet. can you provide info as to closest distributor. pat - 502 387-0073
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V. E.  — March 31, 2006
This is A BOMB TILE ...
This tile is so unique and different, its to bad its being distributed by a small Tile Co. in California. I would rely on a big strong Co. like Master Tile Inc.
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Cheryl  — April 4, 2006
Has anyone used this tile in a pattern?
In process of remodeling kitchen. Has anyone used this copper and black metallica in a checkerboard pattern on the floor? Also, we're thinking of using the black for the countertops, anyone experienced any problems with that?
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Hundman Home Decor  — April 5, 2006
Central Illinois Retail
Hundman Home Decor in bloomington, IL sells this product
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yb of Dallas  — April 26, 2006
Manufacturer/Distrib. in my Town
Interceramic Tile makes them and we are considering the copper with its cordinating trim piece with stainless steel inserts a perfect touch. Also, you have to call them because this "corten" is not shown on their website.
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william  — August 2, 2006
not at Dallas Interceramic
just called looking for this tile and was told they do not carry it anymore.
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Arlene Bloch  — August 22, 2006
Where to Purchase?
Where can these tiles be purchased? We live in New Jersey?
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Simone  — October 2, 2006
Found it on long island
Tub Factory stores have this tile! TheTubFactory.com I think it is avg $7.50 sq ft.
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Rosemary  — November 1, 2006
Manager
Looking for a distributor of Tau Corten in the Charleston, SC area
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Lynn Kurvink  — December 4, 2006
CORTEN A MOSAICO BALAT 33,3 CM X 33,3 CM
I LIVE IN THE UK. COULD YOU PLEASE ADVISE WHERE I COULD PURCHASE TAU CERAMICA CORTEN? THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP.
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L. KERN  — December 6, 2006
LOOKING
Looking for this tile in the Sacramento, Ca area?
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Fredda Weiss  — December 26, 2006
Need distributor for Tau Metallica In S. CA
Looking for Tau Metallica at WalkOn tile (phone number and address, please!) in Santa Monica, Culver City area of Southern California.
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Peter  — January 20, 2007
link to producer website TAU Ceramica
Hi, as it was interesting to find a question from a UK citizen directed to an US audience I guess it would be easier to check the producers website directly and do not order the tiles from Spain via the US ;) http://www.tauceramic.net/en/noticias.php I've found this site by accident but I'm also having the Corten A tiles installed in the next two weeks. They looks awesome. best regards Piotr Samulik Poland
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ann v  — February 7, 2007
need some corten black
I have been advised by my local distributor that the Corten Black Metallic has been discontinued. 12 or 14" tiles - need 11 boxes.
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Shane  — March 28, 2007
Grouting
Could someone please tell me what type of grouting to use when you set the tiles next to each other as shown in the picture.
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Shane  — March 28, 2007
Distributor
This tile is available from Americanimporttiles at $5 a sq ft. Call Jack Adams at (312)259-3713.
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dena feldman  — May 9, 2007
Tau corten b black
We just installed this tile in the 24 x24 size in an extension to my home. I am looking for the mosaic tile to finish the entrance floor from old flooring to the new flooring. My tile has a lot of copper highlights but unfortunatly the mosaic that was sent to me had no copper but SILVEr. This does not work in my room. Where in the tri-state n.y. n.j. area can I obtain 2-3 boxes of the mosaic size black with copper highlights. as soon as possible
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Paula Miller  — May 24, 2007
San Francisco, CA Tau Metallica Distributor
I am interested in purchasing the Corten A (bronze) Tau Metallica Tile for a fireplace wall. I like in Pleasant Hill, CA - outside of San Francisco. Where can I purchase or order this tile from. Thank you. pmiller@duncankb.com
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Sandy  — June 18, 2007
Architect
Hi my name is Sandy i have designed a retail shop and have used your product could i please have a sample of your product corten tile. My address is Lot 12 Turnbull Avenue Kemps Creek NSW 2178 Number 9826-2442 Email sandy_23q@hotmail.com Thank You Sandy
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Latti Gonzales  — July 13, 2007
Tau corten
I am a flooring design in Naperville, IL. We have this tile installed in our showroom and it is GORGEOUS! Try Great Western Flooring in Naperville.
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JL  — August 3, 2007
MONA LISA STONE & TILE, INC.
Try their locations in Illinois: P_847.920.1620 F_847.920.1622 www.MonaLisaStone.com info@MonaLisaStone.com 406 Green Bay Road - Kenilworth, IL 60043 & 119 East Main Street - Barrington, IL 60010
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phil bateman  — November 14, 2007
Purchase in Uk
These Corten tiles can be purchase from Sandtoft Tiles. They are at Sandtoft near Doncaster it may be a Doncaster or gainsbrough phone no. The ask £52 + vat / sqm for the 500 x 500 tile and have a display in their showroom.
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Brad  — November 16, 2007
Corten Distributor
My company is a Corten distributor. We'd be happy to help anyone that is in search of the product. Feel free to call us. 866-453-8453 Tile World
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Danniel  — November 16, 2007
looking for a distribuitor
We are dealer and looking for a distribuitor in San Fernando Valley , CALIFORNIA or we can be that distribuitor in any case please e-mail us to www.pacific.stone@yahoo.com
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allyson  — January 5, 2008
slip rating
Does anyone know if this tile is very slipery when wet?
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Gary  — February 8, 2008
USA' Leading Tau importer/distributor
We have 1,000's of sq. ft. of Tau products in stock, ready for immediate shipment including the Corten series. American Import Tiles Orland Park, Il 708-614-8100 www.americanimporttiles.com
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Wendy Chi  — March 13, 2008
export marble & granite products
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Patty  — March 21, 2008
This tile is amazing
I have installed Corten A in my open bathroom shower and used Corten B on the floor of the bathroom outside the shower in a demolition chic/modern style. Visitors spend long moments just standing and looking at this tile, then begging me for the name of the supplier. I got my tile from Architectural Ceramics in Bethesda, MD.
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WWW.QUBYCOTILE.COM  — April 9, 2008
TAU IMPORTER/DISTRIBUTOR - WESTERN
If you are interested on Corten and other TAUCERAMIC.COM products please call us at: 1-866-478-2926 or email at info@qubycotile.com or visit us at: www.qubycotile.com - www.qubycointeriordesign.com for brochures, samples, and any other requests. Contact Louis or Francis Molina.
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barbara Paa  — June 20, 2008
care
I have this in my great room and kitchen..I seem to have some areas that look as though they have a white film. What is the best way to clean this tile? I have tried just plain water and a mild detergent and can't seem to get rid of this film... Thanks for any help
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Latti G.  — September 17, 2008
re: care
Sounds like you have grout haze. Any of your local tile stores or home centers have a product called grout haze remover.
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Tommi Doctor  — October 1, 2008
CER- Ceramica #17 Corten Rust Copper
Please Help me find this tile. Maybe a Distributor..? anything!!!!!!!!!! CER- Ceramica #17 Corten Rust Copper 24x24
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Lelani  — October 2, 2008
Corten Metallica
This material can be found at WalkOn Tile in West Los Angeles. www.walkontile.com or T. 310-442-1008.
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Rosella Barton  — December 1, 2008
Distributors in NY
I stumbled upon this tile at Old Country Ceramic Tile in Westbury NY. Also found a very similar version of this tile (except $2/ft LESS) at Canco's. Tiling my kitchen & bathroom in this, can't wait to see it in it's final stage!
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Angela Mackintosh  — December 15, 2008
Looking for similar look of Tau Metallic
I live on Long Island and have been to Old Country Tile and loved the Tau Corten A copper finish but the tiles are too big for my area...I need 16x16 or 18x18..anyone know where I can find a similar tile in these sizes?? I really love the metallic look.
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blackwatertiling  — January 12, 2009
need pricing
need to get price for corten b metallica porcelain tilr and were i can get them in the new york area
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Hannah martin  — February 3, 2009
Bam Awesome Baby
Hey sup metallica? I hear that yall are one awesome band and that yall are also cool at the same time and i have heard alot about yall from a guy that i know that listens to yall alot and he says that yall are so very awesome I LOVE YALL GUYZ. :)
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daniel blanshard  — February 16, 2009
help!!!
Hi there My name is Daniel Blanshard from new zealand, I am needing some technical advise and your advise would be greatly appreciated. I am an artist that has been commissioned by  our local council to have Corten panels,  laser cut into planks then folded flaps each side to create a u beam @ 2500 mm x 275 mm x 45 mm    ( from  6 mm thick corten plate ) Each plank will also have laser cut text for interest.  The planks will be replacing some wooden planks of existing cycle & pedestrian bridges around our area. We are interested in using corten because of the orange like appearance & look.   My question to your teqnical team: How long does it take for corten to create its rusted look? Can I speed up the process with an oxide solution? Salt water suitable? Will Corten be a non-slip surface, suitable for pedestrian & cycle traffic ?  ( out of all the questions this is #1 )  Do you know of any corten projects where it has been used as a floor style application? Do you know how it might wear as a floor application I.E will the surface color scuff back to raw steel, and become a slip hazard?  Will the corten change colour with pedestrian scuffing? If there are any links you could recommend to any data on corten + reference to applications similar to my commision that would be much appreciated. Thank you for your time. Regards Dan Blanshard
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Carol Traphagan  — February 20, 2009
looking for examples
Anyone with pictures of Interceramic Corten - Black OR Interceramic Oxide - Graphite 'in use'? Am doing a fireplace and hope to see picts before committing to a 'near wall' from a 2" sample.
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James  — February 25, 2009
TAU Corten
JAck Adams at AIT has the best prices. Call him at 312/259-3713
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Therese Humphrey  — May 20, 2009
Great price great Service
Call Jack Adams he always has stock and is a pleasure to work with. (312)259-3713
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michelle  — September 5, 2009
product recommendation
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Donna Jackson  — January 18, 2010
call this number 1-800-688-5671 or www.interceramic.com if you need a place to buy this or need tech info. E & M Distributors Donna Jackson lawton, ok 580-357-8975
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ruben  — March 5, 2010
metalica one
please send me a free te-sheirt that say one by metalic your very big est fand ruben
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Vicky  — April 20, 2010
Natural Stone Building material
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Sean VanDongen  — April 27, 2010
Great price great help!
Tau Corten buyers call Jack Adams @ 312/259-3713 He has all the colors and sizes of Corten and can ship same day
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