How can I get some of this Aloe Tile? Through your design professional - Collaboration is what Aloe Tile Works is all about. We will collaborate with your designer, architect or builder to create and install beautiful tile environment from clay to grout. Please send us the name and we will contact them. As your own project designer - We will assist you to do it yourself with pre-purchase support. An initial consultation is without charge and our creative staff can suggest options that use our tile diversity to personalize your living and work environment. After discussing your project specifics with us, we will give you a written quote for the amount of tile you specify and you may place the order after you accept the quote. Additional Design Assistance : after the complimentary initial consultation, additional meetings are available at a per hour rate. If you require design plans to determine your specific tile needs you may draw them up yourself, or retain our design staff to draw them up with a price quotation for the tile. Can I buy samples? We can provide a tile with our glaze colors that we'll be glad to send you for $5. Do you have a printed catalog? This web site is our catalog and is updated as we add new designs. You can print out information and pictures of any items you are interested in. You can send us pictures you like, or design sketches you're interested in. But the best way is to come to our studio and meet with us. We'll show you samples and discuss the best solution for your tile needs. What type of payment do you accept? Cash on the barrelhead, son. You can take your choice, you're twenty-one. No money down, no credit plan. No time to chase you, I'm a busy man. How do I place my order? The best way is to come to our studio and meet with us. We'll show you samples and discuss the best solution for your tile needs. But if you're not in the South Texas area, you can also send us e-mail or fax your designs. We will keep in close communication to get you the tile you are looking for. What if I need help calculating my order? We're here to help you. When you meet us, we wil calculate out your needs. We've got lots of experience in tile installation, let our knowledge save you hassle. How long does it take for my order? We require 60 days from finalized order to delivery of product. What is your cancellation policy? You buy, you take. What is your return policy? We've got plenty of tile, we don't need yours back. Why are your prices higher than at the retail superstores? Everything we produce at Aloe Tile Works is hand-crafted from beginning to end. Nothing we do si mass produced and care is given to every part of the process. Can I instill art tile myself? Of course - although What style of decor decor is compatible with art tile? Everything from classic to modern works with art tile. Since you'll be creating custom work, we want the tile to fit you lifetsyle. Our tile will make you happy in whatever space you're in. What other building materials are compatible iwth art tile? From wood to stucco, from brick to steel. We've installed art tile in every architectural style there is, including private homes, public parks and retail businesses. What are good places to use art tile? Traditionally, tile has been used as wall coverings(wainscoting) in high traffic areas. Tile can be used in an entry hall, in bathrooms and kitchens, or in a sunroom or patio. in abusiness setting or in a public place, they provide visual beauty with durability. How do I maintain my art tile? One of the benefits of tile is its durability. With well-installed, waterproof grout, your tile should last for centuries with just a minimum of care. Can art tile be used for counter tops? Absolutely. Our glaze process is waterproof, durable, stainproof and will maintain its beauty for years. Can I use art tile for outdoor projects? Art tile glazes are permanent and waterproof. Art tile adds beauty to swimming pools, barbecue pits, fireplaces and patios, fountains, garden walks and benches, stucco inlays, stair risers, anywhere you want to add a personal colorful touch. I live in the South. It gets very hot in summer. Can I still use art tile ? We're in the South too.