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Crisp Classic White: Retro Metro Marble Arch 7.5 x 15cm

The brightest, cleanest white in the range, with an authentic crackle glaze — Retro Metro Marble Arch from Hyperion Tiles, your official Fired Earth stockist.

Named after one of London's most iconic landmarks, Marble Arch delivers a bright, reflective white that maximises light and space. The thick glaze carries a deliberate crackle (crazing) that stops the white ever looking flat or sterile, adding texture and vintage charm — the definitive choice for the classic Underground look.

The versatile 7.5 x 15cm brick format opens up brick-bond, herringbone and stack layouts. As a glazed ceramic wall tile it is for interior walls; we recommend sealing the crackle glaze before grouting.

The Hyperion Family Promise

  • Design Continuity - Marble Arch comes in 7.5 x 15cm and 10 x 30cm, part of the six-colourway Retro Metro range — mix tones and formats for a characterful wall.
  • Premium Durability - Hard-wearing glazed ceramic for interior walls, with a vintage crackle glaze that gives every tile its own character.
  • Order a Sample - See the colour and crazed glaze in your own light first. As an official Fired Earth stockist, we offer free cut samples to collect from our Ascot showroom, or posted to your door for a small postage charge.
  • Dedicated Delivery - We arrange safe, secure delivery for your project, with free UK delivery on orders over £1,000.
  • Personalised Project Support - Our family-run team can help you calculate quantities: sold per tile, with 88 tiles covering 1m².

⚠ Installation & Care Tips

  • Adhesive & Grout: Fix to interior walls with a white flexible adhesive suitable for glazed ceramic to avoid shadowing beneath the pale glaze, using a fine 2–3mm joint.
  • Sealing: Seal the crackle glaze before grouting to stop grout pigment settling into the crazing, then seal again afterwards for a watertight finish.
  • Cleaning: Wipe clean with warm water and a soft cloth; avoid abrasive pads. Test dark grout on a spare tile first, as it can emphasise the crazing.

Visit Our Ascot Showroom

Usually in stock. Remember: Delivery is FREE on orders over £1,000! Visit our family-run showroom at 67 High Street, Ascot, to see the Retro Metro range in person.

Need help calculating your area? Call our friendly team: 01344 620211

Specification

Product Name: Fired Earth Retro Metro Marble Arch 7.5 x 15cm

Brand: Fired Earth

Material: Glazed Ceramic

Finish: Gloss (crackle glaze, prone to natural crazing)

Colour: Marble Arch (crisp bright white)

Tile Size: 7.5cm x 15cm (75mm x 150mm), 7mm thick

Rectified: No

Suitability: Internal Walls

Frostproof: No

Sealing: Recommended for the crackle glaze (seal before grouting)

Availability: Usually in stock

Sold By: The Tile — 88 tiles per m² (0.011m² per tile)

Tile Weight: 0.14kg

Delivery And Returns

Access Issues For Large Pallet Deliveries

Our delivery drivers may be prevented from delivering your order by the following:

• Low hanging trees and bridges.

• Narrow roads, gateways, or cars on either side of the road.

• No turning point for the delivery vehicle.

• Unfinished tracks and roads.

• Lack of solid and flat surface to unload.

• Gravel driveways.

If access issues are not advised and/or delivery cannot be made due to unattendance at delivery, a re-delivery charge may be applied.

Checking Orders

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If you notice any issues with your order, please contact us within three working days so we can resolve the problem quickly and efficiently. Prompt reporting helps us ensure your satisfaction with our products and services.

Fired Earth Tile Returns

Returns are accepted only for complete orders; partial orders cannot be accepted. To begin a return, please contact us within 14 days of receiving your delivery.

All other Brands

You may return your items within 14 days of receiving or collecting your delivery. Please note that a restocking fee of 20% to 30% will apply, depending on the specific terms of the product range. For further details, feel free to contact us.

Special Order Items

Orders for special order items are non-returnable unless they are damaged on delivery or are faulty.

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Product Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I need to seal these tiles?

The Retro Metro Marble Arch tile features a genuine crackle glaze (also known as crazing). These microscopic cracks give the tile its vintage charm but also make the surface porous. You must use a high-quality impregnating sealer before grouting to stop the grout pigment from staining the cracks, and again after installation to make the wall watertight.

Can I use these tiles in a shower?

Yes, absolutely. Once correctly sealed, Retro Metro tiles are fully waterproof and durable enough for shower walls and bathroom splashbacks. We recommend reapplying the sealer periodically (every 1-2 years) in high-water areas to maintain protection.

What grout colour should I use?

We generally recommend lighter grouts (White, Light Grey, or Limestone) for crackle glaze tiles. If you wish to use a dark or contrasting grout (like charcoal), you must test it on a spare tile first. Dark pigments can seep into the crackle glaze and permanently darken the appearance of the tile.

What is the best layout pattern?

The 7.5cm x 15cm format is incredibly versatile. Popular layouts include:

  • Brick Bond: The classic "subway" offset pattern.
  • Herringbone: A sophisticated zig-zag pattern (requires slightly more tiles for cuts).
  • Vertical Stack: A modern, linear look that can heighten the room.
Why buy Fired Earth tiles from Hyperion Tiles?

We are an authorised Fired Earth retailer with a family-run approach. This means you get the same premium products but with faster, personal technical support, expert advice on sealers and adhesives, and free delivery on orders over £1,000.

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