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Timeless Earth: Fired Earth Cotto Natural

Bring the grounding warmth of the earth into your home with Fired Earth Cotto Natural Terracotta Effect Tiles—a sophisticated porcelain tile that combines the classic appeal of baked clay with contemporary performance.

The Natural finish is the heart of the Fired Earth Cotto collection, offering the quintessential biscuit-and-orange hues of traditional terracotta found in Tuscan farmhouses and Provençal courtyards. Unlike fragile raw clay, these tiles are crafted from high-grade porcelain, making them frost-proof, stain-resistant, and incredibly durable. The versatile 20x20cm format allows you to create authentic floors in kitchens, hallways, and outdoor terraces that will never need sealing or waxing.


✓ The Hyperion Family Promise

  • Official Fired Earth Stockist - We are a trusted partner of Fired Earth. Buy genuine premium porcelain with the dedicated care of our family-run business.
  • Free Delivery over £300 - Enjoy FREE delivery on all orders over £300. We ship these durable tiles directly to your door.
  • Indoor & Outdoor Use - Frost-resistant and slip-resistant enough for external use, allowing for a seamless transition from kitchen to garden.
  • Authentic Look, Zero Fuss - Enjoy the nuanced colour variation of handmade terracotta without the porosity. No staining, no sealing, just easy living.

Design Inspiration

🍽️ The Country Kitchen

The warm, natural clay tones are the perfect partner for cream or sage green cabinetry. This floor adds instant history and character to a new kitchen, providing a forgiving surface that hides daily life wonderfully. Shop kitchen tiles.

🌿 Al Fresco Dining

Create a sun-drenched patio that lasts a lifetime. Cotto Natural is frost-proof and won't flake or crack like real terracotta in British winters. It's the ideal base for outdoor dining sets and potted citrus trees. View outdoor tiles.

✨ Conservatory Flow

Blur the lines between inside and out. Run these tiles from your conservatory or garden room straight out onto the terrace. The natural colour absorbs heat, making the space feel cosy and connected to nature. Browse Fired Earth.

Technical Specifications

Brand Fired Earth
Collection Cotto
Material Porcelain
Format Size 20cm x 20cm (Square)
Thickness 0.8cm (approx.)
Finish Matt (Terracotta Effect)
Sealing Required No (Not necessary)
Tiles Per m² 25 (approx)

⚠️ Installation & Care Tips

  • Layout Patterns: The 20x20cm size is highly versatile. Lay in a standard grid for a clean aesthetic, or a brick bond (staggered) to replicate the look of a traditional clay floor.
  • Grout Joint: A wider 3mm to 5mm grout joint is recommended to enhance the rustic character and mimic the look of traditional mortar.
  • No Sealing Needed: This is a glazed porcelain product. Unlike real terracotta, it is non-porous and requires no sealing or waxing.
  • Adhesive: Use a flexible cement-based adhesive suitable for porcelain tiles (e.g., Keraquick Grey).

Visit Our Ascot Showroom

Standard delivery is typically 3-5 working days. Remember: Delivery is FREE on orders over £300! Visit our family-run showroom at 67 High Street, Ascot, to see the warm tones of Fired Earth Cotto tiles.

Need help calculating your m²? Call our expert team: 01344 620211

Specification

Colour: Natural
Material: Porcelain
Finish: Matt
Style: Plain, Traditional, Rustic
Shape: Square
Dimensions: 20 x 20 x 0.8cm
Tile Per M²: 25
M² Per Tile: 0.04
Dimensional Tolerance: '+/- 0.4mm
Sealing: Not Required
Suitability: Interior walls and floors
Area: Bathrooms,& Kitchens, Over Underfloor Heating, Shower Walls
Availability: Usually in stock

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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

Check your delivery as soon as it arrives!

Once the goods are unloaded, they become the responsibility of the receiver.

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

What grout colour should I use?

For a natural, harmonious look, we highly recommend Mapei Ultracolour Plus 132 Beige or 135 Golden Dust. These tones blend with the biscuit hue of the tile.

For a richer, warmer joint, use Mapei Ultracolour Plus 141 Caramel, which mimics the colour of traditional aged mortar.

For a contemporary twist, a light grey like Mapei Ultracolour Plus 111 Silver Grey creates a clean grid that looks modern and fresh.

Is this real terracotta?

No, this is a porcelain tile with a high-definition print that mimics natural terracotta. This gives you the beautiful rustic aesthetic without the porosity, staining, or maintenance issues (like waxing) associated with real clay.

Can I use this outside?

Yes. Cotto Natural is frost-proof and robust enough for external use, making it ideal for patios, pathways, and garden rooms.

Do I need to seal these tiles?

No. The porcelain surface is non-porous and requires no sealing at any point in its life.

Is it suitable for underfloor heating?

Yes, absolutely. Porcelain is an excellent thermal conductor and works perfectly with both wet and electric underfloor heating systems.

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