Minton ware, cream-coloured and blue-printed earthenware maiolica, bone china, and Parian porcelain produced at a factory founded in 1793 in Stoke-upon-Trent, Staffordshire, Eng., by Thomas Minton, who popularized the famous so-called Willow pattern.

Who owns Minton china?

The Minton Archive comprises papers and drawings of the designs, manufacture and production of Mintons. It was acquired by Waterford Wedgwood in 2005 along with other assets of the Royal Doulton group. At one time it seemed the archive would become part of the Wedgwood Museum collection.

What are Minton tiles made of?

Encaustic tiles are made of individual coloured clays which are pressed and fired into the tile to form the design. Over the years, the 50-tonne ceiling weakened and some of the tiles began to deteriorate.

What is encaustic porcelain tile?

July 05, 2019. The term “encaustic tile” refers to a specific type of tile manufactured with cement, then compressed. Porcelain tile is made from a fine-grade clay and fired in a kiln. However, since porcelain tile can be made to resemble its cement cousin, the lookalikes are often called encaustic too.

Is Minton china still made?

Minton Porcelain and China Minton was founded in 1793 by Thomas Minton in Stoke-on-Trent and from 1820 it became famous for its production of bone china, which was affordable for ordinary people. The company has continued producing china and porcelain into the 21st Century.

Are encaustic tiles porcelain?

Encaustic tiles are ceramic tiles in which the pattern or figure on the surface is not a product of the glaze but of different colors of clay. They are usually of two colours but a tile may be composed of as many as six.

What is encaustic look?

Encaustic Look Tiles For something so bold and distinctive, these patterned tiles are remarkably versatile. Our encaustic look range are porcelain tiles – making them incredibly hard-wearing, long-lasting, colourfast and easy to care for.