In freeze thaw climates it is especially important to seal well (water should bead on the surface) using a high quality penetrating sealer. ARTO is freeze thaw tested but deicing minerals can still damage the surface of the concrete tile. That means commercial driveways, grandma’s back splash or your wine cellar. Yes ARTO products can be used indoors and outdoors in the valleys or on the mountains and wherever freedom rings and the pursuit of happiness roars. For other projects where a clean contemporary look is desired long term storage is not advised and will eventually distress and patina the face of a tile. Many top designers love to order the tiles for their projects well in advance because they really enjoy the extra patina the long term storage can develop.

Short and long term storage can change the face of our products whether stored indoors or outdoors, covered or uncovered. ARTO recommends blending from all boxes and pallets whenever possible. Instead wait for additional material to arrive and blend new and old materials to ensure a smooth blend. If you need to order more material to complete your installation please do not use all the tiles on hand. One of the characteristics of our handcrafted tiles is strong random shading and that is what enhances its natural beauty.

To achieve optimal results, tile should be selected from multiple cartons and shading arrangement planned and laid out prior to installation.

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