otto tiles

CATALOGUE 2015EN

Model: CT1320Toy Museum

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Index

About Us

Why Otto Tiles?

6 Things You Should Know

Cement Tiles

Borders

Topkapý Palace Ceramics

Hand Made Painting Chini

Installation Tips

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Based in Istanbul where the exotic east meets

modern west, we bring together new technology

with old world techniques to produce the highest

quality, longest lasting and most beautiful cement

tiles.

With decades of experience in ceramics, we are a

specialist and unique international exporter of

exclusive hand crafted cement tiles, and Topkapi

Palace ceramic tiles.

Our workshop is in Istanbul and our atelier has

synthesised Ottoman and French tradition with a

modern sensibility. We have centuries of

experience in blending and reinventing western

influences with our own traditions and those from

further east to create a fresh and unique look.

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Exclusive: We have exclusive rights to hand made

products and original designs from local ateliers

with unmatched quality and experienced

craftsmanship

Expert mastery: Our artists can expertly replicate

any pattern or design you desire on the cement

tiles, and reproduce artworks on the ceramic tiles,

including artworks

Inexpensive: Within the market, our production

prices are the lowest with the cost saving passed

on directly to you

Superior: Otto tiles colour layer is 18mm thicker

than anyone in the market, the colours and beauty

will last for centuries

Why Otto Tiles?

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6 Things You Should Know

Creating our special Otto Tiles

Individually hand crafted, these lovely

products are created by our artisans without

using clay, glazes or kilns. Instead we use

high quality Turkish cement sand with

natural stones granule and color pigments.

Each tile is hand-pressed to apply the

coloured design, each mould having been

designed by our atelier artists. Because they

are hand-made, there will be slight

variations, even 'imperfections', but that's

part of their charm and their timeless look.

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6 Things You Should Know

Ingredients:

Turkish stone granules

Portland cement

Fine sand

Natural color pigments

And finally, love

The 4 step process;

1) A hand made steel mould is cut for the design

which is used to define and separate the

magnificent colors.

2) We pour the desired colors in to each mould’s

section. This allows the separate colors to form

into our selected pattern.

3) Then, we mix the other ingredients

4) Finally, they are pressed by the hydraulic

machine.

Creating the 20x20 cement tile2.

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6 Things You Should Know

Selecting the tile you will love forever

Depending on your choice of tiles, you can really

make a style statement. Take a look at Otto Tiles

and imagine the potential to lift your commercial

project out of the ordinary, to give it impact,

opulence and joie de vivre. Or in your own home,

consider where you can apply our subtle contrasts

and lively designs to add to the depth and

character to your decor scheme.

Whether you want a quiet sense of nature-inspired

tradition or a vibrant splash of panache - even a

hint of the harem - opt for Otto and bring Turkish

warmth and beauty into your life.

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6 Things You Should Know

Where you can use them

Otto tiles may be used for all interior and exterior purposes. Other cement tiles are unsuited to high-moisture areas, such as showers, but because of our unique method of manufacture, Otto tiles can be used in bathrooms and kitchens

- Kitchen floors and walls- Bathroom, toilets and wet areas- In your modern living room or traditional family space- Outside patios and commercial exterior areas - Preferably not in a climate prone to frost and snow.

Cleaning your cement tiles

Cleaning is easy. Use our specific cream-soft soap to really make your tiles look shiny, healthy and live long lives. You can also simply use luke warm water, soft soap or non-acidic detergents to bring them back to life.Acidic cleaning agents are never used for cleaning or maintenance on the cement tiles.

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6. The origin of your tiles

Cement tiles do not have one single origin, but we

have perfected the art. Many countries claim them

as their own, and there are many cultural

influences reflected by the numerous names for

which they are known;

❖ Carreaux de ciment

❖ Karosiman

❖ Encaustic Tile

❖ Hydraulically Pressed Tile

❖ Moroccan Tile

❖ Turkish Mosaic Tile

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Cement Tiles

Model: CT1001 Old English Pub Suadiye

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CT1010

CT1030

CT1020

CT1040

CT1050

CT1070

CT1060

CT1110

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CT1120

CT1160

CT1140

CT1170

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CT1180

CT1200

CT1190

CT1210

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CT1220

CT1240

CT1230

CT1250

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CT1310

CT1380

CT1340

CT1410

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CT1280CT1270

CT1290

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CT1300

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CT1420

CT1810

CT1430

CT1490

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CT1500

CT1520

CT1510

CT1530

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CT1540

CT1560

CT1550

CT1570

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CT1580

CT1630

CT1600

CT1660

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CT1680

CT1700

CT1690

CT1710

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CT1730

CT1750

CT1820

CT1760

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CT1770

CT1850

CT1840

CT1830

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Model: CT1260 Alaçatý Hotel

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Borders

BT105

BT109 BT110

BT102

BT107 BT108

BT104

BT111

BT103

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BT116BT112 BT113

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Topkapı Palace Tiles

We are bringing you the Ottoman Sultan’s

glorious tiles of their harem and palace.

If you want to have Sultan’s bathroom in your

environment, you can order Otto Topkapı Palace

Tiles and feel like the Imperors.

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TP500020x20

TP503020x20

TP501020x20

TP504020x20

TP502020x20

TP505020x20

TP506020x20

TP507020x20

TP508020x20

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TP509020x20

TP512020x20

TP510020x20

TP513020x20

TP511020x20

TP514020x20

TP515020x20

TP516020x20

TP517020x20

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TP518020x20

TP521020x20

TP519020x20

TP522020x20

TP520020x20

TP523020x20

TP524020x20

TP525020x20

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TP527020x20

TP530020x20

TP528020x20

TP531020x20

TP529020x20

TP532020x20

TP533020x20

TP534020x20

TP535020x20

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TP536020x20

TP539020x20

TP537020x20

TP540020x20

TP538020x20

TP541020x20

TP542020x20

TP543020x20

TP544020x20

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TPB801020x20

TPB805020x20

TPB802020x20

TPB824020x20

TPB803020x20

TPB826020x20

TPB825020x20

TPB821020x20

TPB861020x20

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TP545020x20

TP548020x40

TP546020x20

TP549020x40

TP547020x40

TP550020x40

TP551020x40

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Hand Made Painting Chini

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Would you like to have your favorite artwork in your

bathroom when you take a shower?

Imagine waking up every morning to Van Gogh’s

“Sunflowers” or showering with Sandro Boticelli’s

“Birth of Venus”

Our experienced atists can hand paint any design

or artwork directly on to the tiles at any size. Liven

up your bathroom, kitchen or even toilets with

beautiful ceramic tile artwork

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Installation Tips

- A competent tile installer is a must.

- The surface must be level, dry, clean and

free from dust and oil.

- Please note that they are handmade

products and are produced by using natural

materials. Slight thickness, weight and

colour tone differences are an inherent

feature. In order to avoid stacking of similar

tiles in the same place, tiles should be

selected from different boxes.

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Installation Tips

- The tile installer must not allow a space for

grouting when setting the tiles.

- Flexible adhesive is recommended for

areas subject to sudden changes in

temperature. Waterproofing materials must

be used for wet areas.

- If applicable, floor heating systems must be

turned off at least 12 hours prior to tile

setting.

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Installation Tips

- Rubber hammers or similar tools cannot be

used for setting the tiles as they may cause

hairline cracks.

- Grouting may only be applied after a waiting

period, typically one day. The waiting period

depends on the surface,

environmental conditions and the type of

the adhesive used.

- Once the setting and grouting is complete,

allow an extra drying period before use to

avoid movement and cracks

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Installation Tips

- The grout must be cleaned immediately

with just water and a sponge. Do not allow

the grout to harden on the surface.

- If the grout hardens, you can clean with

non-acidic chemicals, but it must be rinsed

immediately with a sponge and water.

- We suggest you to use glass vacuum lifter

for tiling.

- Tiles laid must be imregnated to increase

their water repellence.

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Installation Tips

- A marble grinding machine must be used

for grinding. Using the wrong grinding

stones may cause scratches on the tiles

which will only show in due course when the

dirt starts building in the cracks.

- Sealants that do not form a film layer on the

surface must be applied after

grinding/polishing.

- The cement tiles with incomplete grinding

and sealing will be subject to gathering dirt

and absorbing stains

otto tilesOTTO TILESHEAD OFFICEMECLİS-İ MEBUSAN CADDESİNO:49/4 FINDIKLI BEYOĞLU İSTANBUL - TURKEYTEL: +90 212 526 00 52FAX: +90 212 522 19 17GSM: +90 507 259 07 88E-MAIL: info@ottomantile.comWEB: www.ottomantile.comfacebook.com/ottotilespinterest.com/ottotiles CATALOGUE 2015