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A Golden Scallop: Metallic Vitreum Aurum Fish-Tail

A fish-tail (fan) glass mosaic in lustrous gold Aurum — Metallic Vitreum from Hyperion Tiles, your official Fired Earth stockist.

Each mesh-backed sheet is composed of gently faceted glass scales, backed with a warm gold colour foil that catches and reflects the light. Laid across a wall, the overlapping fan pattern creates a soft, undulating shimmer — an elegant partner for a bathroom feature wall or a kitchen splashback.

The golden Aurum tone brings warmth and light to the scalloped design. Non-porous glass wipes clean in a moment and never needs sealing.

The Hyperion Family Promise

  • Design Continuity - Metallic Vitreum comes in Aurum (gold) and Argentum (silver), across Arabesque, Fish-Tail and Rectangle formats — mix shapes and tones for a bespoke feature.
  • Premium Durability - Non-porous, foil-backed glass mosaic on mesh sheets — hard-wearing, water-resistant and ideal for splashbacks and bathroom walls.
  • Order a Sample - See the gold foil shimmer in your own light first. As an official Fired Earth stockist, we offer swatch 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 renovation, with free UK delivery on orders over £1,000.
  • Personalised Project Support - Our family-run team can help you calculate quantities: sold by the sheet, with approximately 13 sheets covering 1m² (each sheet 0.08m²).

⚠ Installation & Care Tips

  • Adhesive & Grout: Fix with a white glass-mosaic adhesive to avoid shadowing through the translucent glass, and finish with a fine, colour-matched grout.
  • Layout Options: Sheets butt together on their mesh backing for a continuous fan pattern — dry-lay a section first to align the scallops.
  • Cleaning: Wipe with warm water and a mild cleaner. Glass is non-porous, needs no sealing and resists splashes and steam; avoid abrasive pads, which can scratch the surface.

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 our exclusive tile ranges in person.

Need expert advice on installation or tiling layouts? Call our friendly team: 01344 620211

Specification

Product Name: Metallic Vitreum Aurum Fish-Tail

Brand: Fired Earth

Material: Glass Mosaic (mesh-backed sheet)

Finish: Metallic (colour foil, faceted gloss surface)

Colour: Aurum (gold, yellow-gold)

Shape: Fish-Tail (Fan / Scallop)

Tile Size: 32.3 x 27.4 x 0.8cm (sheet)

Suitability: Internal Walls, Splashbacks

Sealing: Not required (glass is non-porous)

Availability: Usually in stock

Sold By: The Sheet — approx. 13 sheets per m² (0.08m² per sheet)

Sheet Weight: 1.45kg

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.

The Hyperion Difference

Independent Expertise

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Product Frequently Asked Questions

How do you determine the orientation of the fan?

There is no "right" way—it depends on your design preference. Installing them with the "peak" pointing upwards creates a traditional Art Deco fan pattern. Pointing them downwards creates a contemporary "fish scale" or teardrop effect. Both layouts are equally stunning and catch the light beautifully.

Is the gold finish real metal?

The effect is achieved with a high-grade metallic foil bonded to the reverse of the glass. This provides a much more intense and stable gold colour than standard paint, giving the tile its premium luster while being fully protected by the glass body.

Can these be used in a wet room?

Yes, they are suitable for all interior wall applications, including shower enclosures and wet rooms. Ensure the wall substrate is fully waterproofed (tanked) and that a specialist glass adhesive is used.

How do I clean gold glass tiles?

Use a soft cloth with warm soapy water or a standard non-abrasive glass cleaner. The gloss surface is non-porous and very easy to maintain, but avoid scouring pads which could scratch the polished finish over time.

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