Rare European Stone
During the past 20+ years, Paris Ceramics has established superb relationships with some of the world’s most special, niche quarries. These quarries are typically small, and privately owned, with limited production providing extremely hard to find material such as our Burgundy Clair light, from the East of France. This particular quarry produces consistent, light material with limited fossiling. Or coming from Romania, our Castille limestone shows a beautiful array of character and blends tones of grey and beige and silver.
Limestone Adds Character
Since we import reclaimed limestone from the South of France and its 200+ years old patina, one can only imagine what the newly cut stone would look like in your home in years to come. The essence of limestone is the life it takes on as it ages and matures over the years providing warmth and character to your residence forever.
Color Options
Coveted for its natural beauty and consistent tone, it is also one of life’s most enduring materials. Limestone comes in many colors from all over the world and with the special finishes we can create either by hand or machine in our factory, you can achieve the exact look you want.
Rare European Stone
During the past 20+ years, Paris Ceramics has established superb relationships with some of the world’s most special, niche quarries. These quarries are typically small, and privately owned, with limited production providing extremely hard to find material such as our Burgundy Clair light, from the East of France. This particular quarry produces consistent, light material with limited fossiling. Or coming from Romania, our Castille limestone shows a beautiful array of character and blends tones of grey and beige and silver.
Limestone Adds Character
Since we import reclaimed limestone from the South of France and its 200+ years old patina, one can only imagine what the newly cut stone would look like in your home in years to come. The essence of limestone is the life it takes on as it ages and matures over the years providing warmth and character to your residence forever.
Color Options
Coveted for its natural beauty and consistent tone, it is also one of life’s most enduring materials. Limestone comes in many colors from all over the world and with the special finishes we can create either by hand or machine in our factory, you can achieve the exact look you want.
The Evolution of Marble
Known for its unique veining and lasting durability, there is no other material quite like marble.
Starting with its graceful aging attributes, it allows the slow but magnificent evolution of this stone to result in more beauty over time such as found in the churches in France, to the Vatican in Rome. Hundreds of years later, the basis of the surfaces in these monuments still stands strong. Marble continues to be selected and displayed as a lifelong material by the world’s most discerning architects.
Custom Patterns
Marble promotes the unique offering of shapes, and patterns that make the space truly interesting. Falling cube, Palais, and Harlequin patterns are just a few we offer and when installed in long, narrow halls, or entry foyers, the result is a real “wow” effect to its visitors.
Color Range
Paris Ceramics imports a large variety of marble colors. From the greys of Spain to the whites of Turkey to the magnificent Blue of the Alps, there is no limit to the creativity. Vivid Red Rose Asiago or Emerald Green allows the designers to incorporate colors into their vision which is just not possible with Limestone.
Proprietary Finishing Techniques
Since old marble is becoming highly protected material in the European reclamation market and extremely difficult to obtain, we have created the techniques and the artisanal skill to emulate the old world finish. Such finishes as hand antiqued, distressed, or dished have all been perfected by our experienced and capable stone crafters in Farmville, VA.
Suitability
And finally, marble is suitable for interior and exterior, in any climate, which makes it truly a one of a kind.
The Evolution of Marble
Known for its unique veining and lasting durability, there is no other material quite like marble.
Starting with its graceful aging attributes, it allows the slow but magnificent evolution of this stone to result in more beauty over time such as found in the churches in France, to the Vatican in Rome. Hundreds of years later, the basis of the surfaces in these monuments still stands strong. Marble continues to be selected and displayed as a lifelong material by the world’s most discerning architects.
Custom Patterns
Marble promotes the unique offering of shapes, and patterns that make the space truly interesting. Falling cube, Palais, and Harlequin patterns are just a few we offer and when installed in long, narrow halls, or entry foyers, the result is a real “wow” effect to its visitors.
Color Range
Paris Ceramics imports a large variety of marble colors. From the greys of Spain to the whites of Turkey to the magnificent Blue of the Alps, there is no limit to the creativity. Vivid Red Rose Asiago or Emerald Green allows the designers to incorporate colors into their vision which is just not possible with Limestone.
Proprietary Finishing Techniques
Since old marble is becoming highly protected material in the European reclamation market and extremely difficult to obtain, we have created the techniques and the artisanal skill to emulate the old world finish. Such finishes as hand antiqued, distressed, or dished have all been perfected by our experienced and capable stone crafters in Farmville, VA.
Suitability
And finally, marble is suitable for interior and exterior, in any climate, which makes it truly a one of a kind.
Why Use Reclaimed Stone
We at Paris Ceramics believe in the ethical process of reclaiming European materials and reselling those in the United States. The ethos behind this mindset guides us thru the antique yards in the South of France and Spain, to purchase only the most distinctive, highly patina'd materials. Bringing those elegant materials into the American homes creates such magnificent finishes in both contemporary and traditional settings.
Customized to Your Specifications
Paris Ceramics' most significant unique feature in the marketplace is that we not only have full time employees in these countries, but we import these materials in their raw state. This gives us the ability to cut and finish the material to your personal specifications. Furthermore, if additional materials are required at a later stage, it is no problem for Paris Ceramics to produce.
Custom Mosaics
For example, we can take these one of a kind antique materials and make mosaics out of them. These are truly bespoke, hand crafted works that transform any design into a work of art.
Our Sources: Europe and Beyond
We purchase the reclaimed material in the French regions of Montpellier, Provence, Burgundy and Normandy. Each region, due to its natural geological nature, produces significantly different colors and finishes, giving a look second to none, as you can see in the pictures below. From Spain, we import the highly desirable and limited availability of the antique checkerboard pattern. This 200+ year old marble – grey & white – create what other graceful entry halls looked like in the previous decades.
From Jerusalem, a city which is covered by its natural stone in every building, we continue to import this ancient timeless material. The Jerusalem stone comes in color variations which are truly unique.
Why Use Reclaimed Stone
We at Paris Ceramics believe in the ethical process of reclaiming European materials and reselling those in the United States. The ethos behind this mindset guides us thru the antique yards in the South of France and Spain, to purchase only the most distinctive, highly patina'd materials. Bringing those elegant materials into the American homes creates such magnificent finishes in both contemporary and traditional settings.
Customized to Your Specifications
Paris Ceramics' most significant unique feature in the marketplace is that we not only have full time employees in these countries, but we import these materials in their raw state. This gives us the ability to cut and finish the material to your personal specifications. Furthermore, if additional materials are required at a later stage, it is no problem for Paris Ceramics to produce.
Custom Mosaics
For example, we can take these one of a kind antique materials and make mosaics out of them. These are truly bespoke, hand crafted works that transform any design into a work of art.
Our Sources: Europe and Beyond
We purchase the reclaimed material in the French regions of Montpellier, Provence, Burgundy and Normandy. Each region, due to its natural geological nature, produces significantly different colors and finishes, giving a look second to none, as you can see in the pictures below. From Spain, we import the highly desirable and limited availability of the antique checkerboard pattern. This 200+ year old marble – grey & white – create what other graceful entry halls looked like in the previous decades.
From Jerusalem, a city which is covered by its natural stone in every building, we continue to import this ancient timeless material. The Jerusalem stone comes in color variations which are truly unique.
History of Terracotta
Terracotta in Italian means “baked earth”. This ancient handmade process of mixing the earth with water and then taking it through a double baking process, first with the natural sunlight and secondly in a wood burning kiln, gives this amazingly simplistic material great colors and finishes. Those colors actually vary from region to region based on soil. Bordeaux is known for its yellow coloration and the Southwest of France for its pink-ish colors.
Suitability
This handmade material had many applications in the 17th and 18th century as a building supply. Parefueille were used for roof tiles while bricks were used for structural building such as walls. The terracotta tiles can be used indoors and outdoors in warm climates. Antique terracotta in France, is qualified as material that is over 100 years old.
All The Shapes, Sizes and Colors
Paris Ceramics keeps an inventory of some of the most magnificent terracotta available in Europe. We offer an array of sizes of squares, from 6” x 6” all the way to 14” x 14”. We maintain an inventory of hexagons 6” x 6” and Parefueille in 8” x 14”. All this product is available in a variety of colors. We carry bricks in 2 significant colors: the traditional red and pink and the light colors of white and beige. Those variety of colors can be cut into an inch thickness and applied into fireplaces and flooring creating the effect without the weight.
Design Possibilities
Paris Ceramics provides an array of applications for a more creative pallet of antique terracotta. For example, we can create an array of shapes such as arabesque, crescents, and scallops by cutting these materials in our factory. We also cut the edges of the antique Parefueille to create our renowned “skinny strips” as seen in pictures on our website.
This ancient material, though very old, can be juxtaposed into a very modern, contemporary setting as well, to give an amazing depth of design.
History of Terracotta
Terracotta in Italian means “baked earth”. This ancient handmade process of mixing the earth with water and then taking it through a double baking process, first with the natural sunlight and secondly in a wood burning kiln, gives this amazingly simplistic material great colors and finishes. Those colors actually vary from region to region based on soil. Bordeaux is known for its yellow coloration and the Southwest of France for its pink-ish colors.
Suitability
This handmade material had many applications in the 17th and 18th century as a building supply. Parefueille were used for roof tiles while bricks were used for structural building such as walls. The terracotta tiles can be used indoors and outdoors in warm climates. Antique terracotta in France, is qualified as material that is over 100 years old.
All The Shapes, Sizes and Colors
Paris Ceramics keeps an inventory of some of the most magnificent terracotta available in Europe. We offer an array of sizes of squares, from 6” x 6” all the way to 14” x 14”. We maintain an inventory of hexagons 6” x 6” and Parefueille in 8” x 14”. All this product is available in a variety of colors. We carry bricks in 2 significant colors: the traditional red and pink and the light colors of white and beige. Those variety of colors can be cut into an inch thickness and applied into fireplaces and flooring creating the effect without the weight.
Design Possibilities
Paris Ceramics provides an array of applications for a more creative pallet of antique terracotta. For example, we can create an array of shapes such as arabesque, crescents, and scallops by cutting these materials in our factory. We also cut the edges of the antique Parefueille to create our renowned “skinny strips” as seen in pictures on our website.
This ancient material, though very old, can be juxtaposed into a very modern, contemporary setting as well, to give an amazing depth of design.
Time Honored Craftsmanship
If new terracotta is more suiting to your project, we also import this from the South of France, newly baked material that is made in the same fashion as it was 100’s of years ago. Ask us about French New Terracotta.
Time Honored Craftsmanship
If new terracotta is more suiting to your project, we also import this from the South of France, newly baked material that is made in the same fashion as it was 100’s of years ago. Ask us about French New Terracotta.
French and European Oak
Paris Ceramics offers an extensive collection of engineered and solid wood floors all crafted in Belgium or Hungary and are made out of French and European Oak. The collections offer finish choices from smooth and contemporary to aged and antique to coastal and driftwood. The natural beauty lies not only in the thoughtful color palette, made possible by fuming, staining, and weathering techniques, but also in the formats offered. This includes chevron, herringbone, design panels and continuous running patterns, available in all colors.
Sustainability
Nature is the source of our raw materials, as well as our inspiration. That is why we are committed to using the highest quality materials in a sustainable and environmentally conscious way. Our raw materials come exclusively from forests that adhere to responsible forest management principles and are FSC accredited. Both wood partners have made it their life's work to craft beautifully made products and a key consideration in our designs is to create products that last for generations.
Learn More about our New Collection
Maintenance and Care for Oiled Belgium Wood
French and European Oak
Paris Ceramics offers an extensive collection of engineered and solid wood floors all crafted in Belgium or Hungary and are made out of French and European Oak. The collections offer finish choices from smooth and contemporary to aged and antique to coastal and driftwood. The natural beauty lies not only in the thoughtful color palette, made possible by fuming, staining, and weathering techniques, but also in the formats offered. This includes chevron, herringbone, design panels and continuous running patterns, available in all colors.
Sustainability
Nature is the source of our raw materials, as well as our inspiration. That is why we are committed to using the highest quality materials in a sustainable and environmentally conscious way. Our raw materials come exclusively from forests that adhere to responsible forest management principles and are FSC accredited. Both wood partners have made it their life's work to craft beautifully made products and a key consideration in our designs is to create products that last for generations.
Learn More about our New Collection
Maintenance and Care for Oiled Belgium Wood
History of Decorative Wood
Design panels, which can be found in palaces, castles, prestigious homes, as well as commercial buildings, reflect contemporary design trends while respecting the timeless craftsmanship of the past. They represent the luxury and grandeur of the Palace of Versailles. Developed to replace marble floors in 16th-century France, they were expensive to install and maintain. The textural interest of design panels adds depth and creates a strong design statement. Their elegance and geometrical sobriety match all kinds of interiors. The Design Panels are statement making and are available in all colors in the collection.
More than Just Floors
The continuous running patterns, such as a braid or the falling cube are perfect for use in difficult shaped rooms, as they are non-directional. They can be used as wall coverings as well, creating a truly dramatic effect for a strong design statement.
Craftsmanship is our Passion
Our wood partners pride themselves on craftsmanship. There is a commitment to making unique products at the highest level that are designed and crafted with vision and passion. Created according to the latest design trends in mind, they are perfected by oils, varnishes and stains specially developed for today's market.
History of Decorative Wood
Design panels, which can be found in palaces, castles, prestigious homes, as well as commercial buildings, reflect contemporary design trends while respecting the timeless craftsmanship of the past. They represent the luxury and grandeur of the Palace of Versailles. Developed to replace marble floors in 16th-century France, they were expensive to install and maintain. The textural interest of design panels adds depth and creates a strong design statement. Their elegance and geometrical sobriety match all kinds of interiors. The Design Panels are statement making and are available in all colors in the collection.
More than Just Floors
The continuous running patterns, such as a braid or the falling cube are perfect for use in difficult shaped rooms, as they are non-directional. They can be used as wall coverings as well, creating a truly dramatic effect for a strong design statement.
Craftsmanship is our Passion
Our wood partners pride themselves on craftsmanship. There is a commitment to making unique products at the highest level that are designed and crafted with vision and passion. Created according to the latest design trends in mind, they are perfected by oils, varnishes and stains specially developed for today's market.
Reclaim, Refurbish, Revere
Taken out of some of Europe's most beautiful old homes, providing true sustainability and a reclaiming material approach, Paris Ceramics is a leading importer of antique, reclaimed oak. Our representative in France and Southern Europe sources this material while they are hunting for antique stone. They find some of this beautiful, cast off wood at the same time. After shipping it to the US, it is hand cut, de-nailed, brushed, and finished in North Carolina's wood shops. This hand work to what started out as very battered wood, produces a one-of-a-kind- floor for today's contemporary homes as well as traditional spaces. This wood is available in 3 ½", 5", and 9" widths and is often cut into chevron and herringbone finishes. This material truly provides a magnificent statement for both large and small spaces. Although never in a perfect shape, this patina'd look will create depth in color and aging that is unrivaled.
Reclaim, Refurbish, Revere
Taken out of some of Europe's most beautiful old homes, providing true sustainability and a reclaiming material approach, Paris Ceramics is a leading importer of antique, reclaimed oak. Our representative in France and Southern Europe sources this material while they are hunting for antique stone. They find some of this beautiful, cast off wood at the same time. After shipping it to the US, it is hand cut, de-nailed, brushed, and finished in North Carolina's wood shops. This hand work to what started out as very battered wood, produces a one-of-a-kind- floor for today's contemporary homes as well as traditional spaces. This wood is available in 3 ½", 5", and 9" widths and is often cut into chevron and herringbone finishes. This material truly provides a magnificent statement for both large and small spaces. Although never in a perfect shape, this patina'd look will create depth in color and aging that is unrivaled.
Origin of Zellige
Finding its way into America’s heart in the past several years, this Moroccan handcrafted material offers everything from unique-ness, customization, and bold or soft colorways to make any room, pool, or feature in your home, stand out!
Design Attributes
Known for its significant imperfections, this material provides a highly authentic finish that will give the appearance of a masterpiece in whatever setting you choose. Designers love it because color brings happiness and life to an otherwise muted color palette throughout the rest of the home.
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Origin of Zellige
Finding its way into America’s heart in the past several years, this Moroccan handcrafted material offers everything from unique-ness, customization, and bold or soft colorways to make any room, pool, or feature in your home, stand out!
Design Attributes
Known for its significant imperfections, this material provides a highly authentic finish that will give the appearance of a masterpiece in whatever setting you choose. Designers love it because color brings happiness and life to an otherwise muted color palette throughout the rest of the home.
Download our Zellige Catalog
Where does Mother of Pearl Come From?
Mother of Pearl is the guardian of the pearl. What makes it so spectacular is it comes from the inner lining of pearl shells and extreme details and hand work is required to slice this soft tissue out of the interior of a mollusk! That iridescent quality on the inner shell only exists if the shell has a pearl within.
It is hard to believe that to get 1 square foot, it takes 1 person in Verun’s factory in India 4 hours!
Mother of Pearl Color Range
The intricate work involved to get the tesserae all the same size is nothing short of extraordinary.
Mother of Pearl can come in 12 iridescent colors but the most common are yellow, silver, brown and black. White actually comes only from freshwater pearl shells.
Design Attributes
Mostly used in intimate spaces in one’s home such as bathrooms and dressing rooms, there is nothing quite as special as true Mother of Pearl which is such a delicate and fleeting material.
Where does Mother of Pearl Come From?
Mother of Pearl is the guardian of the pearl. What makes it so spectacular is it comes from the inner lining of pearl shells and extreme details and hand work is required to slice this soft tissue out of the interior of a mollusk! That iridescent quality on the inner shell only exists if the shell has a pearl within.
It is hard to believe that to get 1 square foot, it takes 1 person in Verun’s factory in India 4 hours!
Mother of Pearl Color Range
The intricate work involved to get the tesserae all the same size is nothing short of extraordinary.
Mother of Pearl can come in 12 iridescent colors but the most common are yellow, silver, brown and black. White actually comes only from freshwater pearl shells.
Design Attributes
Mostly used in intimate spaces in one’s home such as bathrooms and dressing rooms, there is nothing quite as special as true Mother of Pearl which is such a delicate and fleeting material.
Why Choose German Hammered Silver?
Truly stunning metal material that patinas over time, offers a stunning finish for small, jewel box-like areas such as a powder room, an accent wall in a highly contemporary setting, or a moody speak-easy-esque place!
Construction
Backed on marble, or marine grade plywood or in sheet format, it is suitable and constructed for any application you dream of.
Why Choose German Hammered Silver?
Truly stunning metal material that patinas over time, offers a stunning finish for small, jewel box-like areas such as a powder room, an accent wall in a highly contemporary setting, or a moody speak-easy-esque place!
Construction
Backed on marble, or marine grade plywood or in sheet format, it is suitable and constructed for any application you dream of.
Customizable Mosaics
While all of our showrooms feature mosaics in our steady collection, we pride ourselves on being able to create any design you desire. Any and all of our materials can be crafted into mosaics of your choice. Our CAD department can create a drawing for you from your inspiration photo. A great way to add dimension and uniqueness to your project.
Our mosaics collection is divided to 4 lines:
Limestone Mosaics
Marble Mosaics
Handcut Mosaics
Geometric Mosaics
Customizable Mosaics
While all of our showrooms feature mosaics in our steady collection, we pride ourselves on being able to create any design you desire. Any and all of our materials can be crafted into mosaics of your choice. Our CAD department can create a drawing for you from your inspiration photo. A great way to add dimension and uniqueness to your project.
Our mosaics collection is divided to 4 lines:
Limestone Mosaics
Marble Mosaics
Handcut Mosaics
Geometric Mosaics
Encaustic Design Possibilities
Custom made encaustic tiles are also available with a choice from 50 colors and 125 patterns, giving one endless possibility. Also popular is to buy the tiles in single color for a chic overall solid look or tone on tone checkerboard for example.
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Encaustic Design Possibilities
Custom made encaustic tiles are also available with a choice from 50 colors and 125 patterns, giving one endless possibility. Also popular is to buy the tiles in single color for a chic overall solid look or tone on tone checkerboard for example.
Download our New Encaustic Catalog
History of Reclaimed Encaustic Tiles
This reclaimed material hailed from technological innovations from the South of France and Northern Spain in the mid 1800’s, its beauty and durability remains unmatched by present day product methods. Completely hand crafted by combining cement with deep material pigments and curing them under extreme pressure. They can range from deeply pigmented solid colors to high ornate design. Antique encaustic tiles are found in notable churches, public landmark buildings and in prominent homes throughout Europe now brought to America by our company. We keep an inventory of black, grey and white tiles which could be buffed and made look as antique marble. Or alternately, left in its rustic finish and simply sealed. Encaustic is also available in a variety of mixed designs and colors as a special order. This amazing, reclaimed material is affordable, unique, and timeless.
History of Reclaimed Encaustic Tiles
This reclaimed material hailed from technological innovations from the South of France and Northern Spain in the mid 1800’s, its beauty and durability remains unmatched by present day product methods. Completely hand crafted by combining cement with deep material pigments and curing them under extreme pressure. They can range from deeply pigmented solid colors to high ornate design. Antique encaustic tiles are found in notable churches, public landmark buildings and in prominent homes throughout Europe now brought to America by our company. We keep an inventory of black, grey and white tiles which could be buffed and made look as antique marble. Or alternately, left in its rustic finish and simply sealed. Encaustic is also available in a variety of mixed designs and colors as a special order. This amazing, reclaimed material is affordable, unique, and timeless.
6th Generation family business, in the South of France where the raw material is literally in the back of the factory where the terracotta-based material is handmade. This highly enthusiastic tile maker uses extraordinary pigments for the tile coloration which cannot be found elsewhere. From the mother of pearl glaze, an extraordinary look unto itself, to its array of matte finishes, this material will truly will set your house apart. Highly desired by top designers from bathroom application and whole kitchen walls, the French Metro is best in class.
6th Generation family business, in the South of France where the raw material is literally in the back of the factory where the terracotta-based material is handmade. This highly enthusiastic tile maker uses extraordinary pigments for the tile coloration which cannot be found elsewhere. From the mother of pearl glaze, an extraordinary look unto itself, to its array of matte finishes, this material will truly will set your house apart. Highly desired by top designers from bathroom application and whole kitchen walls, the French Metro is best in class.
Made in Spain, both of these collections offer a soft, pastel palette with a depth of glaze not commonly found. This thoughtful collection of ideal colors offer a perfect blend with compatible wallpapers or paints.
Made in Spain, both of these collections offer a soft, pastel palette with a depth of glaze not commonly found. This thoughtful collection of ideal colors offer a perfect blend with compatible wallpapers or paints.
Made in Spain, both of these collections offer a soft, pastel palette with a depth of glaze not commonly found. This thoughtful collection of ideal colors offer a perfect blend with compatible wallpapers or paints.
Made in Spain, both of these collections offer a soft, pastel palette with a depth of glaze not commonly found. This thoughtful collection of ideal colors offer a perfect blend with compatible wallpapers or paints.
Our limestone look porcelain is made to emulate the real limestone where suitability to the environment is not possible. The look is a blend of shades that creates an aged look with authentic looking variation and depth.
Our limestone look porcelain is made to emulate the real limestone where suitability to the environment is not possible. The look is a blend of shades that creates an aged look with authentic looking variation and depth.
Using the purest raw materials to create a colored body marblized clay, our marble look porcelain gives you very distinctive veining and an excellent interpretation of of classic marble where the real material is not suitable or desired.
Using the purest raw materials to create a colored body marblized clay, our marble look porcelain gives you very distinctive veining and an excellent interpretation of of classic marble where the real material is not suitable or desired.
Most of our fabulous marble and limestone can be crafted into the fireplace of your desire. Review our catalogue of existing fireplaces, or create your own. Our CAD department can draw off of a picture and make it proportionately perfect. And our Showroom Sales people will make the process easy and seamless for you. We also have a range of antique fireplaces to choose from.
Most of our fabulous marble and limestone can be crafted into the fireplace of your desire. Review our catalogue of existing fireplaces, or create your own. Our CAD department can draw off of a picture and make it proportionately perfect. And our Showroom Sales people will make the process easy and seamless for you. We also have a range of antique fireplaces to choose from.
Nothing is more luxurious than matching casings, moldings and jambs made out of the same material as you flooring. Our factory has the capability to do just that – choose from our library of profiles, or bring your own for us to create.
Nothing is more luxurious than matching casings, moldings and jambs made out of the same material as you flooring. Our factory has the capability to do just that – choose from our library of profiles, or bring your own for us to create.
