The Beauty of Clay and Craft
Every one of our handmade Zellige and Bejmat tiles begins with earth. Raw clay is dug from the hills near Fez in Morocco, where our skilled artisans have worked for generations. The clay is soaked in water, sifted by hand, and left to settle. This creates a fine, workable material ready to be shaped.
Shaping by Hand
Once the clay is soft and smooth, it’s shaped into tile forms using wooden moulds. These are crafted by hand, with care and instinct rather than machines.
Zellige tiles are thinner and more delicate, often cut into smaller shapes for walls and splashbacks. Bejmat tiles are thicker and slightly more robust, typically used for flooring or step treads. Both types are hand-formed, which means no two are ever exactly alike.
Sun-Dried and Kiln-Fired
After shaping, the tiles are laid out under the Moroccan sun to dry naturally. This slow process helps the tiles cure evenly without warping.
Once fully dry, the tiles are stacked inside traditional kilns and fired using olive pits or wood. The firing process brings out natural variations in tone and finish. With Zellige tiles, a hand-applied glaze adds depth and gloss, while Bejmat tiles are often left raw or lightly finished to highlight their earthy charm.
Perfect in Their Imperfections
Handmade Zellige and Bejmat tiles are known for their irregular edges, gentle colour shifts, and surface texture. These are not flaws but features — a sign of real craft.
At Terra Bella Interiors, we celebrate these details. Every tile is inspected, sorted by hand, and packed with care. We believe this kind of craftsmanship brings life and warmth to any space.
A Timeless Tile Tradition
Whether you’re creating a splashback in a London kitchen or laying a hallway floor in a country cottage, handmade Zellige and Bejmat tiles bring a sense of place and story.
They are tiles to be lived with — full of light, character, and quiet elegance.
