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want to 'distress' or ' bleach' modern terracotta floor surface

9 years ago

large modern tiles terracotta style and colour, we want the distressed look, bleached, patina look, any suggestions ? No painting over though, thanks

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9 years ago
They would have a protective coating on so you don't inadvertently damage them I imagine - so I don't think you can bleach them ? Can you post a photo ? Is it true terracotta or a ceramic tile that looks similar ?
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