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Antique Tiles Give Character to the Floor

Tiles (or “estrikken”) have a rich history and natural beauty. They are the perfect choice for creating a floor with character. At Van Dillen Antique Building Materials, you will find a wide range of tiles; from old tiles that tell stories of their past to antique tiles that bring a unique atmosphere with their patina and texture. Each tile is a unique old floor tile with a piece of history, adding character to your home or project. The tiles come from old farms, historical buildings, or other ancient structures. They have been chipped, sorted, and then neatly stored and made ready for transport.

Antique Tiles in Various Colors

Our collection of antique tiles includes a variety of colors, giving you the freedom to style your space as you wish. From the warm tones of brown tiles to the subtle elegance of green tiles and the serene beauty of yellow tiles; you can find the perfect color that fits your interior with us. These colorful tiles are ideal for adding a personal touch to your spaces. The red color beneath the glazed surface is due to the material they are made from, namely clay. The red hue was produced by the iron present in the clay.

Unique Old Tiles for Sale

Are you ready to create a unique atmosphere in your home with our tile collection? Our collection of old tiles is available for sale at prices below market value and offers a range of possibilities through diverse colors and glaze shades for anyone looking to enrich their interior with the timeless elegance of old tiles. From restoration projects to new designs, our tiles provide a solid and stylish foundation for any interior design.

Let yourself be inspired and find the perfect tiles that not only beautify your floor but also tell a story. Contact us for personalized advice and discover the tile that will transform your home.

Tiles, or as they are commonly spelled today, “estrikken,” are characterized by the glaze layer on them. In common usage, both old farmhouse tiles and antique tiles are often used interchangeably. In fact, old tiles are simply glazed terracotta tiles.

The glazed tiles are typically Dutch; these tiles were made in virtually no other neighboring country. We also have a beautiful assortment of ‘normal’ unglazed old tiles. As mentioned, we know the antique tiles, originally written as “estrikken,” as a glazed tile; however, we also have a range of normal Dutch tiles in colors from red to orange to even gray smoked tiles. This color was produced by extracting oxygen and adding extra coal, literally ‘smoking’ the tile. Through this artisanal baking method, the tiles achieved a light gray to anthracite color, a beautiful neutral shade that is currently very popular as it pairs well with modern interiors. This way, you get a lived-in old floor that has a beautiful natural color variation because each tile is slightly differently baked, perfectly complementing your modern decor.

The lived-in appearance of the tile and the beautiful color nuances from the (worn) glaze create an unmistakably warm and authentic impression in your space. You can easily order them here!