New Zealand Hand Made Cobbles
Middle Earth Akaroa cobbles, Classic cobbles and Honeycomb cobbles are inspired by traditional European tiles. In red and brown tones, they bring an organic warmth to your space and are perfect for tiling both indoor and outdoor spaces.
Our cobbles are made the same way that cobbles have been made in Europe for centuries. The tiles are extruded like a loaf of bread and then hand cut with wire. This means that as they dry they dry with a slight rise in the middle of the tile. This creates a rippled effect on the floor and the result is that the floor feels softer to walk on than normal tiles. Middle Earth cobbles are especially suited to walking on with bare feet.
Cobble Sizes and Shapes
Akaroa Cobbles
These curvy cobbles are inspired by the shape of traditional reclaimed tiles from France. The tile gets its name from early french settlers in New Zealand’s Bank’s Peninsula.
Colour Variation: Mild Variation
Sealing Required: Need to be presealed before grouting and oiled/sealed after grouting. (see Laying & Oiling section for more information)
Sizes Available: 115x115x14 (64 tiles per sq.m)
NOTE: Colour and shade variation are inherent qualities in all fired ceramic products. With all hand made products there will be slight variation in the actual tile size, any tile size should be treated as an indication only.
Classic Cobbles
Traditional square cobbles with a twist; these elegant cobbles will make you feel as though you have stepped into a shopping arcade in Europe.
Colour Variation: Mild Variation
Sealing Required: Need to be presealed before grouting and oiled/sealed after grouting. (see Laying & Oiling section for more information)
Sizes Available: 115x115x14 (64 tiles per sq.m)
NOTE: Colour and shade variation are inherent qualities in all fired ceramic products. With all hand made products there will be slight variation in the actual tile size, any tile size should be treated as an indication only.
Honeycomb Cobbles
Honeycomb tiles were prevalent in Roman empire and more recently in the French town of Salernes. They were seen in almost every house and have become a French kitchen-floor staple. The organic shape feels softer on your feet than wooden floorboards or concrete.
Colour Variation: Mild Variation
Sealing Required: Need to be presealed before grouting and oiled/sealed after grouting. (see Laying & Oiling section for more information)
Sizes Available: 130x130x14 (70 per sq.m)
NOTE: Colour and shade variation are inherent qualities in all fired ceramic products. With all hand made products there will be slight variation in the actual tile size, any tile size should be treated as an indication only.