#mosaic tiled floors

[divinekangaroo]

not the paper nor the words we waste (but time and lives) - pettiot - Peaky Blinders (TV) [Archive of Our Own]

Post S4 and pre S6, snippets of Thomas Shelby's political career.

Ch 6: An Examination of the Emergence of Sir Oswald Mosley's Obsession with Tormenting Thomas Shelby. Thomas takes an urgent toilet break from a unionist lunch. Oswald is motivated to follow.

[tags and the earlier 5 chapters at the link]

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[escapismsworld]

✨Pretty floor mosaics✨

[toyastales]

A fountain and beautiful tile work.

[departmentofinteriors]

[processes]

the unswept floor, mosaic,

ancient rome, vatican museums

[inspiredlivingspaces]

IG thelinenrabbit

[arthistoryanimalia]

#TilesOnTuesday + #TwoForTuesday:

195 & 318 “Blue Jay”

another pair from the ongoing search for all the animals from the 420 original 1906 Moravian tile mosaics by Henry Mercer on the Pennsylvania Capitol floor.

[paulpingminho]

[rumade]

Marble crabs inlaid in the floor of the St Andrew Scottish Chapel in Westminster Cathedral

Not to be confused with Westminster Abbey, Westminster Cathedral is London's Roman Catholic cathedral, built in the late Victorian era. It was constructed in a Byzantine style and features a wealth of religious art, including mosaics, marble inlay, and statuary.

[equipoguimbarda]

Azulejos, (2024), Monterrey, N.L., Equipo Guimbarda ITESM

[wlstd666]

[mortarmagic]

Mosaic chip art involves creating intricate designs or images by arranging small, flat, and usually colored pieces of material called tesserae (or chips). These chips can be made from various materials such as glass, ceramic, stone, or even wood. Mosaic art has been used throughout history to decorate walls, floors, and objects, blending craftsmanship with visual storytelling.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to creating mosaic chip art:

1. Gather Materials

Tesserae (Mosaic Chips): These can be purchased pre-cut or created by breaking larger materials.

Base Surface: Choose a sturdy surface such as wood, cement board, or a canvas.

Adhesive: Use mosaic glue or thin-set mortar to secure the chips.

Grout: For filling gaps between the tesserae.

Tools: Tile nippers, tweezers, spatula, and safety gear (gloves and goggles).

2. Design Your Mosaic

Sketch your design on paper or directly onto the base surface.

Simplify complex images into manageable shapes and colors.

3. Prepare the Base

Clean the surface to ensure the adhesive sticks properly.

If needed, apply a base coat of paint or primer.

4. Arrange the Chips

Start placing the tesserae on the design, either directly onto the adhesive or dry for planning.

Use tweezers for precision with smaller pieces.

5. Glue the Chips

Apply adhesive to the back of each tessera or the base surface.

Press the tesserae firmly onto the surface.

6. Apply Grout

Once the adhesive is dry, spread grout over the entire surface using a spatula.

Push grout into the gaps and remove excess.

7. Clean and Polish

Wipe off grout residue from the tesserae with a damp sponge.

Polish the surface once the grout has dried.

8. Seal the Mosaic

Apply a sealer to protect the mosaic and enhance its colors.

Mosaic Chip Art Tips:

Use color gradients to create depth and dimension.

Experiment with patterns, such as geometric or abstract designs.

Incorporate recycled materials for a sustainable touch.

[juanbilly]

some renders for my new studio in Oaxaca, México 🇲🇽🌝

-furniture grabbed from c4d content browser💀

-floor tile 100% real

[toyastales]

[departmentofinteriors]

[tilbageidanmark]

“Today I learned” about the Cobblestone mosaics in Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany