Product Specifications

2.5x8 Brick Tile in Elk

Fireclay Brick puts a fresh spin on one of humankind’s oldest and most-loved materials. Our Glazed Thin Brick is crafted entirely in California: the brick body is made by a local manufacturing partner then glazed in our Aromas factory with glazes we mix ourselves. Each of our standard colors comes in two sizes, classic and elongated Norman.

Characteristics

Color Variation	V2
Finish/Sheen	Gloss

Body: The raw brick that makes up our Glazed Thin Brick is sourced through a supplier who has been in business for over 100 years and continues to source and manufacture all brick in California.

Variation: Each glaze is rated on a scale of V1 (low) to V4 (high) variation. Variation will appear tile to tile as a color shifts in hue or saturation. Variation in glaze sheen can also occur, where the surface finish can sometimes appear more matte or more glossy from tile to tile. Variation is expected but not guaranteed.

Crackle: Crackle is rated on a scale of low to heavy. All glazes can crackle over time depending on where they are installed therefore “low” crackle often appears as if there is no crackle. Some of our glazes are designed to feature this crackle. We recommend always sealing tile with a crackle finish at installation.

Considerations

We recommend ordering 15% overage to accommodate cutting and any unexpected layout changes during installation.
In the event that you need additional tile, please contact us immediately so we can help you process an Add-On order. Add-on orders will incur fees.
Due to the handcrafted nature of our tile, size variance from 1/16" to 1/8" can be expected. Additionally, a deviation of ± 1/8" in straightness or flatness is considered acceptable.
Our tile is not modular. It is difficult to combine sizes to achieve a pattern. Some skilled installers have had success creating modular installations, however the result tends to be wider or uneven grout joints.
All tile is made to order. Please contact us for most up to date lead times. 800.773.2226 or hello@fireclaytile.com.
Do not schedule an installer until tile is on site.
All glazes, including matte or non-crackle options, are susceptible to crazing over time.

Manufacturing Information

All of our tile is 100% manufactured by our team of experienced ceramicists in the USA:

Armos, California:
Fireclay Tile Factory
521 Quarry Road, Aromas, CA 95004

Spokane Washington:
Fireclay Tile Factory
6328 E Utah Ave, Spokane, WA 99212

Mechanical Features

ASTM TEST	TEST NAME	RESULT
C1027	Abrasion	Class 2
C650	Chemical Resistance	Class A
C1378	Stain Resistance	Class A
DCOF	Slip Resistance	Less than 0.42
E84	Fire Rating	Class A
C1026	Freeze-Thaw Resistance	Yes
C373	Water Absorption	Non Vitreous
C648	Breaking Strength	626 lbf

1 Contact us about installation in freezing environments.
2 Contact us about abrasive additives for floor applications.

Applications

LOCATION	SUITABILITY
Floor	Yes
Wall	Yes
Bathroom	Yes
Backsplash	Yes
Shower	Yes
Steam Shower	No
Kitchen	Yes
Fireplace Surround	Yes
Pool	No
Contrasting Grout	No
Outdoor (All Climates)	Yes

Lead Times

Lead times vary depending on the product, color, and size of your project, as well as our current factory queue. Please contact us or check our website for current lead times.

Call 800.773.2226 or hello@fireclaytile.com

Rush orders are available. Additional fees apply.

Custom

Our in house custom capabilities are best in class for our industry. Available for commercial and large scale projects, we offer color matching services in addition to exploration of custom size options.

Contact your Fireclay Tile representative or call us at 800.773.2226 to learn more.

Environmental

LEED Qualifications

The Recycled Clay Body may qualify for:

- MR 4.1/4.2: Recycled Content (1–2 points)
- MR 5.1/5.2: Regional Materials (2 points)
- EQ 4.2: Low-Emitting Materials (1 point)

We repurpose old discarded tile, recycled wastewater, and glaze materials, and manufacture in our daylit, open-air factory. All material is sourced in the USA.
All of our glazes are lead-free.
100% of carbon emissions for tile manufacturing and outbound shipping is offset through CarbonFund.org
Tile orders are packaged in recycled cardboard boxes and on recycled pallets or crates. We use recycled cardboard, biodegradable peanuts, and/or other sustainable materials for protection.

HPD Documentation

Transparency is important. See our full material contents in our HPD documentation.

B-Corp

B Lab is an organization empowering companies to unite in an effort to balance purpose with profit. We score a 127.7 a 60% increase over the minimum score of 80 for qualification. Read more here.

Installation

Review the complete Installation Guide at fireclaytile.com before you begin. We strongly recommend an experienced professional installer.
Set with Laticrete MVIS Veneer Mortar or MVIS Lightweight Mortar, not standard tile thinset.
High variation is expected. Blend from multiple boxes and build a mock-up before setting. Color and size claims can’t be accepted once tile is installed.
Fireclay recommends a 3/8" grout joint.
Pre-seal tile with a penetrating sealer before grouting and use grout release. Use a grout color close to the tile; contrasting and dark grouts will stain crazing.
Contact us before installing outdoors in freezing climates. Not suitable for pools or steam showers.
Cut with a wet saw and diamond blade only (silica dust).
Clean with pH-neutral products; never use acidic cleaners.

Warranty

Fireclay Tile expressly warrants that our product, as delivered, will be reasonably free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year from date of purchase. Learn more about our Makers Guarantee at https://www.fireclaytile.com/makers-guarantee