At Historic Decorative Materials, our collection of reclaimed French terra cotta tiles, artisan-pressed cement tiles, and antique Belgian bricks embodies the living history of European architecture. Salvaged from 18th- and 19th-century provincial farmhouses and old strucutres, our French terra cotta tiles reveal soft tonal warmth and centuries of patina underfoot. The Catalan 1850 Cement Tile Collection is handcrafted using the original 19th-century process of layering pigmented cement on metal grids, then aged to a natural satin patina that deepens with time. Our antique Belgian bricks, reclaimed from historic structures, exhibit nuanced surface wear and color variation that speak to enduring craftsmanship. Together, these materials reflect the artistry, authenticity, and timeless integrity that define Historic Decorative Materials.
French Reclaimed Terra Cotta Tiles – Salvaged Clay Tile for Authentic Provençal and Traditional Interiors
At Historic Decorative Materials, our French Reclaimed Terra Cotta Tile Collection represents the highest level of authentic French and Provençal flooring—salvaged from 18th- and 19th-century French farmhouses, manors, and châteaux. Each reclaimed terra cotta tile retains its natural patina, soft color variation, and time-worn surface shaped by generations of use. These genuine French floor tiles are meticulously cleaned, sorted, and prepared for installation in kitchens, entryways, wine cellars, garden rooms, and historic architectural restorations. Their sun-fired tones of ochre, rose, and earthy beige bring warmth and timeless character to fine interiors. When you choose French reclaimed terra cotta flooring from Historic Decorative Materials, you invest in true European provenance, Old-World craftsmanship, and enduring beauty that cannot be replicated by new materials.
Antique Belgian Bricks – Reclaimed European Brick for Historic Interiors and Period Homes
At Historic Decorative Materials, our Antique Belgian Brick Collection offers authentic reclaimed brick for floors, walls and fireplace insert surrounds sourced from historic Belgian farmhouses, manors, and carriage houses. Each brick is hand-salvaged, cleaned, and sorted, revealing centuries of the famous blue-black-gray hues that Belgian bricks are known for. These antique Belgian bricks are valued for their aged edgewear, dense mineral composition, and frost-proof durability, making them ideal for both interior floors and exterior terraces. Installed in herringbone, running bond, or Flemish bond patterns, they evoke the enduring craftsmanship of European architecture. Historic Decorative Materials reclaimed Belgian brick pavers bring Old World texture, structural integrity, and timeless design to fine historic restorations and luxury new builds alike.
Antiqued Cement Tiles – Historic Catalan Farmhouse 1850 Spanish Cement Tiles
At Historic Decorative Materials, the Catalan Farmhouse 1850 Antiqued Cement Tile Collection revives a historic Spanish craft originating in Catalonia, circa 1850. Each artisan-pressed cement tile is made by layering natural mineral pigments into metal grids, then hand-pressed and aged to a soft satin patina that deepens over time. The result is a durable, authentically antiqued cement tile flooring that honors 19th-century European design traditions while complementing contemporary interiors. Perfect for kitchens, foyers, and architectural restorations, these tiles bring timeless artistry, heritage color palettes, and handcrafted detail to fine interiors curated by Historic Decorative Materials.
French Reclaimed Terra Cotta, Antiqued Cement Tile & Belgian Brick Paver Collections
Our French Reclaimed Terra Cotta, Antiqued Cement Tile, and Belgian Brick Paver Collections represent the essential materials of historic European architecture—surfaces shaped by hand, time, and tradition. The warm tonality and soft patina of reclaimed terra cotta tile pair beautifully with the geometric clarity of our antiqued cement tiles, while the textured depth of Belgian brick pavers adds a grounded, architectural presence. Together, these materials create a harmonious palette for period homes, classical restorations, and European-inspired interiors. Their natural variation, time-worn surfaces, and hand-finished character bring authenticity to kitchens, entryways, mudrooms, wine cellars, and garden rooms, allowing architects and homeowners to build spaces that feel richly layered, historically grounded, and true to Old-World craftsmanship.
