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Tessellated tiles
Small geometric tiles laid in intricate patterns, classic on Victorian and Federation verandahs and halls.
Tessellated tiles are small, unglazed geometric tiles in colours such as red, black, cream and blue, laid in intricate patterns with decorative borders. They are a hallmark of Victorian and Federation verandahs, paths and entrance halls across Australia.
These tiles and their grout are porous, so they absorb dirt, grime and stains, and heritage floors can show efflorescence and old sealer build-up. Clean gently with a suitable tile cleaner, and remove failed coatings before re-sealing. Sealing helps reduce staining and can enhance colour, keeping the pattern easier to maintain.

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Your finish
Honed tessellated tiles
A honed finish is ground back to a smooth, flat matte surface, giving tessellated tiles a soft, low-glare look without the reflective shine of polishing. This finish tends to be fairly porous, so sealing can suit either a Colour Enhanced look to deepen the tones or a Natural Look that keeps the original appearance unchanged.
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Lappato (semi-polished) tessellated tiles
A lapato, or semi-polished, finish sits between honed and fully polished, giving tessellated tiles a soft sheen with some texture still visible underfoot. As this combination surface can vary in porosity, sealing is mainly recommended for the grout lines to help reduce staining and ease ongoing cleaning.
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Polished tessellated tiles
A polished finish is mechanically buffed to a high shine, giving tessellated tiles a glossy, reflective surface that shows off colour and pattern. This finish is generally less porous, and a Natural Look sealer suits it well, helping protect the surface without altering its glossy appearance.
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Rough / highly textured tessellated tiles
A rough or highly textured finish leaves tessellated tiles with a pronounced, uneven surface, often chosen for its grip underfoot in outdoor or wet areas. This texture tends to hold more dirt and moisture, so a High Sheen coating sealer can help enhance the surface while easing cleaning, though it may slightly affect slip resistance.
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Textured tessellated tiles
A textured finish gives tessellated tiles a slightly raised, tactile surface rather than a flat plane, offering a practical, grippy feel. This surface can be more absorbent than smooth finishes, and a High Gloss coating sealer can help bring out a richer, shinier appearance while making the tiles easier to wipe down.
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