SI
SI
discoversearch

We've detected that you're using an ad content blocking browser plug-in or feature. Ads provide a critical source of revenue to the continued operation of Silicon Investor.  We ask that you disable ad blocking while on Silicon Investor in the best interests of our community.  If you are not using an ad blocker but are still receiving this message, make sure your browser's tracking protection is set to the 'standard' level.
Pastimes : Don't Ask Rambi
 Public ReplyPrvt ReplyMark as Last ReadFilePrevious 10Next 10PreviousNext  
To: janet who wrote (6162)1/14/1998 2:03:00 PM
From: Gauguin  Read Replies (2) of 71178
 
Hi janet; Knowing our (beloved) Oregon Coast runs 60 to 120 inches of rain and four or five of mud-n-guk, I'm guessing the right finish for terra-cotta tile could be industrial linoleum.

If they're the "Mexican Paver" type, I think called "saltillos" (the "handmades"), they're pretty soft. The importers/suppliers we used to deal with in CA had their own favorite finishes, but because the tile is so soft I don't think any of them hold up very well, especially to consistent water and stain. Some of the tiles are harder; and you can get the finish on there real heavy, until it's glassy; and that's what it takes to have a chance. Have to re-do it regularly (before it fails) or you're screwed. (This all from memory; things might be different this century.) Lots of throw-rugs near the doors, of course; and a place to leave shoes and boots and waders; and a handy washer and dryer; and mop closet and rags and no children. Kay?

I use the suppliers 800 numbers and faxes and brochures to drain people of everything they know (I "talk" a lot); and see if you can locate people who professionally "refinish" them in CA to see what they say not to do the first time.

It can be a risky thing where they get wet. They're really beautiful, yah; but I don't use them in Oregon. Maybe off up on the third or fourth floor thru a secret closet. Harder, denser, or glazed tile is a different story.

Betcha Alex knows about them.
Report TOU ViolationShare This Post
 Public ReplyPrvt ReplyMark as Last ReadFilePrevious 10Next 10PreviousNext  

HomeMailHotSubjectMarksPeopleMarksKeepersSettings
Terms Of UseContact UsCopyright/IP PolicyPrivacy PolicyAbout UsFAQAdvertise on SI
© 2025 Knight Sac Media.  Data provided by Twelve Data, Alpha Vantage, and CityFALCON News