Treasure Tile Treasure Tile is located in the Rogue Valley of Southern Oregon, amid the natural splendor of mountain peaks and evergreen forests. The surrounding environment is conducive in stimulating the artistic abilities of residents and visitors alike. Sharma Johnson, the founder of Treasure Tiles is a long time resident of the area and her bricks adorn gardens up and down the Rogue River Valley. Over the years her customers have become repeat buyers, not only enlarging their own collection, but also buying for family and loved ones for gifts as well. To learn more about Treasure Tiles Products / Workshops / On-line Consignment Shop as well as our TreasureTile Club. Stop by and view the appropriate links provided. From the Easel of Treasure Tile's: I would like to thank my family and friends that have supported me and help make this possible with out you this could have never went farther than my own back yard. God Bless you and yours, Sharma Johnson. |
TILE VS. BRICK The tiles she is now using, exhibits many advantages over the bricks she had been using. Lower weight, means less postage when shipping them across the country. Finer grain of the surface, means more detail in the artwork In addition to the prep work, the less porous tile, means less chance of water damage.
CAN I STILL USE THEM AS STEPPING STONES?
Yes, but not alone, the tile would not hold up to the demands that would be placed on it as a stepping stone. It's very easy to make one of the tiles as strong, if not stronger than the previous stepping stones. Simply go to your nearest garden center and purchase a 12X12 concrete stepping stone with a "SMOOTH" surface, not one of the conglomerate ones. Buy a small back of cement mix, and mix according to directions. After it's prepared, put a layer about 1/2" thick on the stepping stone. Now take the tile and place it on the layer of cement mix that you have placed on the stone. As you put pressure on the tile, wiggle it from side to side, and back and forth to make sure you have a good seal. Clean away any of the cement that may have oozed out from under the tile, wait till it dries, then enjoy your stepping stone. |