Our process blends original art techniques and committed planet stewardship. Scroll down to see the journey an Encore tile makes from clay to finished product.

First, our custom-formulated clay is extruded into blocks. The fresh clay is then pressed into our designs.
Our custom-formulated clay is extruded into blocks The fresh clay is then pressed into our designs
   
Next, the scrap is cut away by hand. After the design is put through the dryers, it is covered with up to 3 to 4 coats of hand-poured glaze.
The scrap is cut away by hand. Before this tile reaches the glazing department, it will be handled 7 times. After drying, up to 3 to 4 coats of glaze are hand poured over each tile
   
Multiple layers of top glaze are applied to the design. Then, the glazed tile is placed in the kiln.
Our deep crackle glazes are applied in multiple layers. Glazed tiles are placed in the kiln
   
Inside of the kiln, the piece’s multiple layers of glaze melt, mix, and settle creating rich tones and artful variation. The newly fired product is now ready to be shipped.
Kilns are then fired The fired product, ready to ship
   
Any single Encore tile is handled by artisans 18 to 21 times on its journey to your home.  We believe the extra care and attention shows.  
The gorgeous end result of a truly handcrafted process; each of these pieces has been handled by skilled artisans 18 to 21 times. Encore Ceramics