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Our MissionAt Heritage Tile, our mission is to guide and inspire customers on their search for authentic tile and stone products. With our origins in historic tile production and preservation, we are now a trusted curator of products that embody cultural traditions, historical authenticity, and extraordinary cra smanship. We take pride in our global partnerships—built on a shared appreciation for quality and creative possibility—along with the comprehensive design support and services that we off er our customers. Join us on our journey of defi ning heritage cra smanship.

CONTENTS                              Last Updated: 05/22/2024

. 5Make your mark on a space with a fully custom design. Be inspired by the rich history of Ancient Greece or the 20th Century New York Subway. Whatever your vision is, we can bring your vision to life.Free yourself from the practical constraints you associate with most ceramic tile or stone. Vitreous, unglazed porcelain is suitable for high traffi c applications, freeze-thaw environments, and all wet surface conditions.Coordinate multiple fl oor spaces using a common palette for both Viva Tile series. Complete the project with Subway Ceramics wall tile designs to restore your period home its original, vintage character.INTRODUCTIONFEATURESViva Tile / Mosaics provides tiles that honor our history and revitalize our past. Every detailed element of these vintage tiled spaces, particularly from the 1920’s and 30’s, can be reproduced affordably and authentically with materials from the Viva Tile / Mosaics series. With endless tile patterns and design options, achieving a stunning fi nal product is an enjoyable process with help from our expert design team.

6 888-387-3280OUR PROCESSThis is a tailored service to provide you with a custom mosaic. We can create almost any design, whether it be replicating an original mosaic from a photograph, a historic catalog, or your own creation, the possibilities are limitless. Our team has resources and expertise to help you every step of the way..    Send us any images or information about your design inspiration. If you have fl oor plans drawn, we would love to see those too! Please send all information to sales@heritagetile.com..   What inspires you? What patterns do you love? What colors inspire you or compliment your space?

. 712-1/16”11-3/16”Ginkgo Tree Field Modulesheet dimensions: approx. 11-3/16”x12-1/16”tesserae size & shape: 3/4” squaresspacing: approx. 3/32“ [2 mm]tiles/sheet: 177 White tiles,5 Lt. Yellow tilesthickness: 1/8” [4 mm]material: unglazed porcelain12345678 109 1112131234567891011121314ProjectMade-To-Order3/4” Square MosaicBroken JointDateDrawn ByScale 1/2" = 1"DISCLAIMER NOTE: This drawing is an artistic interpretation of the general appearance of the design. It is not meant to be an exact rendition. Slight variations in color, shade, and nish are inherent in ceramic products and thickness may vary when combining mosaics of dierent shapes and dimensions. Please note that the Made-to-order mosaics are pre-assembled to facilitate installation, however, we call upon the professional expertise of the installer to make the necessary adjustments in the eld. PROJECTP. SHERMAN00/00/0000.   Prepare for installation by reviewing the shop drawings provided and asking any questions about assembly or installation..   Once your tile arrives, we recommend that your tile installer assembles the design before beginning the install process to ensure all pieces fi t like a jigsaw puzzle..   Work with your tile installer to calculate how much of each module you require for your fl oor. We always recommend that you order a few extra sheets to cover any unforeseen issues that may arise..   Our designers will interpret your information and provide shop drawings. This may include refi ning to make sure that our drawings refl ect your vision.

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. 9DESIGNERMOSAIC PALETTEThe Designer Mosaic Palette provides a palette of 24 traditional colors available in six different shapes. These mosaic options can transform a space to suit any style from classic Victorian, art deco, to contemporary. The possibilities are limitless.

10 888-387-3280  COLORS: Slight variations in color, shade, and fi nish are inherent in ceramic products and thickness may vary when combining mosaics of different shapes and dimensions. Please note that the Made-To-Order mosaics are pre-assembled to facilitate installation, however, we call upon the professional expertise of the installer to make the necessary adjustments in the fi eld.WHWhiteRSRoseLYLt. YellowLGLt. GreenTQTurquoiseSNSalmonLBLt. BlueRDRedCNCeladonSLSlateCLCaramelDMDenimCHChocolateGNGreenOLOliveLNLemonPHPeachGDGoldODOrchidDKDk. GrayBKBlackCMCreamLRLt. GrayLILinen

. 11  SHAPESThe choice of the shape dictates the scale of the mosaic. Working within a smaller space? Consider switching to a different tile shape.Illustrated here is the same pattern interpreted in 1" hexagons, 3/4" squares, and 3/4" penny rounds.: 1/8"1" Hexagons 3/4" Penny Rounds3/4" Squares1/2" Square2" Square3/4" Square1" Hexagon3/4" Penny1"×2" Rectangle2" Hexagon

12 888-387-3280CUSTOM PATTERNS3/4" Square Straight Joint3/4" Penny Round 1" Hexagon 2" HexagonHerringbone1" x 2" Rectangle Broken Joint1" x 2" Rectangle Straight Joint3/4" Square Broken Joint 2" Square  

. 13All modules are also available in any solid color!BasketweaveSpiral Mirror SpiralBasket Check  

14 888-387-3280POPULAR PATTERNSFor a quicker alternative to our Made-to-Order (i.e. custom) mosaics, we offer our standard pattern assortment. These classic mosaic designs, comprised of a pattern border in combination with a pattern fi eld, are found in American architectural period homes throughout history. Based on your room size, select the quantity of Borders, Outside Corners and Inside Corners to complete the border in your room. Then select the quantity of Field Modules to complete your fl oor design.All patterns are available to order on our website and our Design Consultants are ready to assist you with any questions.  

. 15Our borders are broken down into three components (outside corner, border, and inside corner), as demonstrated here with our Doric Key pattern:  Outside Corner: Black and White: 3/4“ Squares: SMC20G11Border: Black and White: 3/4“ Squares: SMC20G10Inside Corner: Black and White: 3/4“ Squares: SMC20G12  

888-387-328016Doric Key: Black and White: 3/4" SquaresGinkgo Tree: Black, White, Lt. Yellow, Green, and Red: 3/4" SquaresGatsby: Black, White, Lt. Gray, Green, Peach: 3/4" SquaresIonic Key: Black and White: 3/4" SquaresCorinthian Key: Black and White: 3/4" Squares : SMC20G10 : SMC20G11 : SMC20G12 : SMC20G20 : SMC20G21 : SMC20G22 : SMC20G30 : SMC20G31 : SMC20G32Extended Doric Key: Red, Cream, Green, and Caramel: 3/4" Squares  : SMPPGT0A  : SMPPGT0B : SMPPGT01 : SMPPGT02 : SMPPGY0A : SMPPGY01 : SMPPGY02LoopedStandard : SMPPXD00 : SMPPXD01 : SMPPXD02  

. 17Gatsby Field: Black and White: 3/4" SquaresDaisy: Black and White: 1" HexagonBasketweave: Black and White: 1/2" Squares &1" × 2" RectanglesCheckerboard: Black and White: 3/4" SquaresGinkgo Tree Field: Lt. Yellow and White: 3/4" SquaresExtended Doric Field: Cream, Green, and Red: 1" Hexagon: SMPPGY00: SMPPDY00: SMPPDY00: SMC50BW1: SMPPGT00: SMPPXDF00  

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. 19CLASSICMOSAIC PALETTEFrom simple to complex, the pattern brings the shapes in Arctic and Charcoal together in unlimited combinations. Viva Tile / Mosaics affords the opportunity to create a fi tting design for your space, whether it is modern, traditional, or something in between.Mosaic patterns have adorned the fl oors of buildings throughout American history, from Victorian, to Mid-Century Modern, to contemporary styles. Our team will make your sketches come to life by providing drawings for your approval and building your modules to put together on-site.

20 888-387-3280  COLORSSHAPESArctic Charcoal3/4" Penny3/4" Square2" Hexagon1" Hexagon: Slight variations in color, shade, and fi nish are inherent in ceramic products and thickness may vary when combining mosaics of different shapes and dimensions. Please note that the Made-To-Order mosaics are pre-assembled to facilitate installation, however, we call upon the professional expertise of the installer to make the necessary adjustments in the fi eld.: 5/32"

. 21  CUSTOM PATTERNSAll modules are also available in solid Arctic White or Charcoal!3/4” Square – Straight Joint 3/4” Square – Broken Joint 1” Hexagon2” Hexagon 3/4” Penny Round

22 888-387-3280POPULAR PATTERNSDoric Key: Charcoal and Arctic: 3/4" SquaresIonic Key: Black and White: 3/4" SquaresCorinthian Key: Black and White: 3/4" Squares : SMC20G10 : SMC20G11 : SMC20G12 : SMC20G20 : SMC20G21 : SMC20G22 : SMC20G30 : SMC20G31 : SMC20G32LoopedStandard  

. 23Daisy: Arctic and Charcoal: 1" HexagonGreek: Arctic: 1" HexagonCheckerboard: Arctic and Charcoal: 3/4" Squares: SMPPDY00: SMM25HE4: SMC25CB1  

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. 25Are you ready to take your design to the next level? Our wide range of Made-To-Order fonts are perfect for authenticating a period home or adding interest to any space. CUSTOM LETTERING

26 888-387-3280POPULAR FONTS A.M.3D Cap BlockCap BlockHistoric No. 2PocoBlock ShadowShallowStepDataCaliforniaFinchHistoric No. 1

. 27 Historic No. 3 Penny DropHex Block LeanD-LuxPalmerGoodCoffeeHistoric No. 4Lauber

28 888-387-3280GALLERY  

. 29: Custom Pattern with 3/4" Squares in Black, Cream, White, Red,and Linen.: Custom Pattern with 1" Hexagons in Black, Cream, White, Red,and Linen.

30 888-387-3280: Custom Pattern with 1" Hexagons in Black, White, and Gold.

. 31RESIDENTIAL DESIGNS

32 888-387-3280  : Subway Ceramics in Gloss White and Gloss Black. : 2" Hex in Black and White

. 33: Looped Doric Key with 3/4" Squares in Black and White. : 1" Hexagons in White.: Custom Pattern with 3/4" Squares in Arctic and Charcoal.: 3/4" Squares and 1" Hexagons in Arctic.: Custom Pattern with 1" Hexagons in Black, White, and Denim.: Subway Ceramics in Gloss White and Gloss Black.: Ginkgo Tree with 3/4" Squares in White, Cream, Celadon, Red, and Denim. : Ginkgo in White and Cream.

34 888-387-3280: Custom Pattern with 1" Hexagons in White, Light Gray, Dark Gray, and Black.

. 35: Custom Pattern with 1" Hexagons in White and Black.: Subway Ceramics in Gloss White and Gloss Black.  : Custom Pattern with 3/4" Squares in Dark Gray, White, Light Gray, and Black.: Custom Pattern with 1" Hexagons in White, Black, Light Gray, and Light Blue.: Custom Pattern with 1" Hexagons in Black and White.: Daisy with 1" Hexagons in Black and White.

36 888-387-3280: Custom Pattern with 1" Hexagons in Black, Turquoise, White, Light Yellow and Denim.

. 37 : 1×2" Rectangles in Light Green, 3/4" Squares in Light Yellow.: Custom Pattern with 3/4" Squares in White, Red, and Green.: Extended Doric Key with 3/4" Squares in Red, White, Green, and Caramel.: Extended Doric Key with 1" Hexagons in White, Green and Red.: Custom Pattern with 1" Hexagons in Orchid, Black, and White.

38 888-387-3280: Custom Pattern with 3/4" Squares in Light Gray, White, and Black.

. 39COMMERCIAL DESIGN

40 888-387-3280: Custom Pattern with 3/4" Squares in Black, Cream, White, Red,and Linen. : Custom Pattern with 1" Hexagons in Black, Cream, White, Red,and Linen.

. 41: Custom Pattern with 3/4" Squares in Green and White.: Custom Pattern with 1" Hexagons in White, Light Gray, Green, Red, and Denim.: Ionic Key with 3/4" Squares in Black and White.: Custom Pattern with 3/4" Squares in White and Black.: Custom Pattern with 1" Hexagons in White, Light Gray, Dark Gray, and Black.: Custom Pattern with 1" Hexagons in White, Dark Gray, Green, Red, and Lemon.

42 888-387-3280  : Custom Pattern and Lettering with 3/4" Squares in Black and White.

. 43: Custom Lettering with 1" Hexagons in Black and White.: Custom Lettering with " Hexagons in White and Black.: Custom Lettering with 3/4" Squares in White and Black.: Custom Lettering and Pattern with 3/4" Squares in Green, White, and Black. 1" Hexagons in White.

44 888-387-3280: Modifi ed Gatsby with 3/4" Squares in Black, White, Turquoise, and Light Yellow. : Gatsby with 1×2" Rectangles in White and Black.

. 45: Custom Lettering with 3/4" Squares in Green, White, and Black. 1" Hexagons in White.: Custom Pattern with 3/4" Pennies in White, Denim, Light Blue, Caramel and Black. 3/4" Squares in Dark Grey.: 3/4" Pennies in Gold, White, Denim, Black, and Light Blue.: Custom Pattern with 3/4" Squares in Black and White.: 1" Hexagons in White, Black, and Red.

46 888-387-3280 Substrate PreparationPrepare all surfaces to be completely fl at & level to avoid irregularities. For any wet or humid areas the use of CBUs are recommended. For any other conditions, substrates made of gypsum board are appropriate.Tile Installation Lay one sheet at a time. Check alignment and consistency of spacing between sheets.Grout Use water to remove any hazing or residue. Seal all porcelain tile and allow to dry a minimum of 12 hours.Tile Installation Use a grout fl oat, speed square or block of wood to push tiles fl at into mortar while setting. Repeat Step 3 until all sheets are laid. Let dry.SealUse sanded grout, keep grout fl oat fl at with tile surface, do not overwipe and create shallow joints. Wait 72 hours for curing. Reseal all tile/grout as needed.Remove Face Tape Wait a minimum of 12 hours before removing face tape. Pull plastic off at the horizontal (against tile). A heat gun can be used 6-8 inches from fl oor to loosen bond.Tile Layout Dry laying the tile is recommended. Adjust the pattern and cut the tiles to fi t the space. Number the sheets and stack them for quick and correct installation.Tile Installation Apply mortar using a 1/8”- 3/16” V-notch or U-notch trowel for tiles 2”or smaller. Work 2-4 square foot section at a time to prevent mortar skim over.For more information: refer to the TCNA Manual (Tile Council of North America), current edition for tile installation standards and methods.123a3b 3c456

. 47 INSTALLATION AND CARE INSTRUCTIONSPlease read these instructions carefully before you begin installation. This information will help insure life-long enjoyment of your unglazed porcelain mosaic tile. :Please inspect all material for damage. If you fi nd extensive damage, contact Heritage Tile immediately so we can help you fi le a claim with your freight carrier.   :We recommend you use a high quality polymer modifi ed (latex) thin set mortar. For additional information, please consult the Tile Council of America's Handbook for Ceramic Tile.:For more information call the  at (864) 646-8453 or email at literature@tileusa.com :Care should be taken during the measuring and marking process to protect against hard-to-remove marks and stains. We recommend masking tiles or using a pre-grout coating to guard against unwanted marks.  :We highly recommend that a high quality penetrating sealer be used before and after grouting. Pre-grout sealing (applied as a grout release) is most critical with unglazed porcelain to help in the removal of grout residue from the textured tile surface. Seal grout lines once the grout has cured fully by following the gorut and sealer manufacturer's instructions.   :Please consult your tile installer regarding care and maintenance of your tile installation. For routine cleaning we recommend a neutral pH cleaner that removes dirt and soil buildup from tile such as mild non-acidic and non-abrasive soap. For heavy-duty cleaning we recommend an alkaline-based cleaner appropriate for degreasing and removing wax.For additional information, contact one of these companies considered industry leaders in products for the protection and maintenance of tile and stone:»Miracle Sealants (www.miraclesealants.com) or call (800) 350-1901 ext. 3013»Aqua Mix (www.aquamix.com) or call (800) 366-6877