Ceramic & handmade zellige
Softer body, glaze variation, and irregular edges for character walls and backsplashes.
$10 – $40 / sq ft
Indicative NYC pricing — final scope confirmed at estimate.
About ceramic & handmade zellige
Handmade ceramic and Moroccan zellige bring movement and light play that machine-made tile can't replicate. No two pieces are identical, and that's the point.
Because the bodies are softer, these belong on walls and backsplashes rather than floors.
Specifier's tips
- Order 15 – 20% overage — variation and breakage are higher than with porcelain
- Tight grout joints emphasize the irregular edges; wide joints fight them
- Dry-lay a section first to distribute color variation evenly
Frequently asked
Is zellige hard to install?
Yes — it takes a tile setter who has done it before. Uneven edges and thickness require constant judgment.
Can it go behind a range?
Absolutely, and it's one of the best uses. Just choose a glaze that wipes clean.