Material
Terracotta
Sun-baked clay, warm underfoot, ages like nothing else.
Terracotta is unfired, partially-fired, or kiln-fired clay — Saltillo from Mexico, cotto from Tuscany, and modern reformulations that approximate the look with modern durability. Soft underfoot, deeply warm in tone, develops patina with use.
Best for
When terracotta earns its place.
- 01
Mediterranean and Spanish revival floors
- 02
Courtyards and shaded patios
- 03
Casual interior floors (entries, mudrooms)
- 04
Fireplace hearths in farmhouse-style homes
From the catalog
Terracotta pieces, by appointment.
We carry curated terracottapieces that aren’t all online yet. Visit our Lomita studio or reach out and we’ll prepare a selection for your project.
Common questions
Working with terracotta.
- Does terracotta need to be sealed?
- Yes — unglazed terracotta is highly porous. After installation we recommend a deep penetrating sealer followed by a topical wax or finishing sealer, then resealing every 2-3 years.
- Can terracotta be used outdoors in Southern California?
- Glazed and high-fired terracotta can. Soft Saltillo terracotta is better for covered patios than open patios exposed to rain.
Compare materials
Other materials in our catalog
Porcelain
Engineered density, virtually any pattern, indoors or out.
Ceramic
Handmade-feel surfaces with depth, craft, and color.
Marble
Quarried stone, polished or honed, no two pieces alike.
Natural Stone
Limestone, travertine, quartzite — earth's own materials.
Zellige
Hand-pressed Moroccan terracotta with glaze that pools and pools.
Glass Mosaic
Light-catching small format, slip-resistant in the wet.
Metal
Brushed brass, oxidized copper, blackened steel — accents only.