Where and how to cut tiles

Press, 3 May 1984, Page 14

Where and how to cut tiles

Two of the trained staff of South Pacific Ceramics, Stephanie Dombay and Helen Jamieson, will demonstrate where and how to cut tiles for the bathroom and kitchen at How It’s Done Day at the Building Centre this Saturday. They will also show how to cut tiles for tricky areas, such as around switches and taps, using a wide range Of tools, and giving people the opportunity to use them. The hand-crafted tiles produced in Christchurch by South Pacific Ceramics, while developed from the stage of pure handcrafting by modern techniques, are still completely hand finished with the same dedication and skill of the early craftsmen.

The basic tiles are highest quality bisqueware imported from Europe to be brought to life by the craftsmen of South Pacific.

The patterns and colours largely originate from the company’s own design studio, incorporating in some cases adaptations of traditional and modern overseas styles. Generally, however, the designs are entirely original.

Wall and floor tiles are available in two main sizes, 108 mm square and 150 mm square. Wall tiles are 3.5 mm to 5.5 mm thick, and floor tiles from 6mm to 12.5 mm thick. In flooring grade tiles, you will also see rectangular and several other specialty shapes. Remember always that while floor tiles may be used on walls, wall grade tiles are not recommended for floors. Because South

Pacific tiles are hand crafted, in many cases the firm can match tiles to your colour scheme. Where large quantities are involved, the company will consider matching a tile to the customer’s requirements. A full set of fixing instructions is available and the company can supply all tools, equipment, adhesive and grout. Alternatively, it can assist with a qualified tradesman to carry out your work.