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What name tile is this. Would lobe to buy the exact one.

6 years ago

Remodeling kitchen

Knightsbridge Mews · More Info

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Norton Ellis Architects
6 years ago
Hi,

The tile we used was Bon Bon in white by Fired Earth - size 15 x 7.5 cm.

It has a lovely texture which perfectly offsets the stainless steel splash backs and concrete worktop.

Good luck with your project

Carol Norton
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applebluue
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6 years ago
Thank you!, its so beautiful. I will search online and check out a few tile stores here in NJ
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