Collection: San Luis Obispo Line

The San Luis Obispo line is our premier collection of cuerda seca Talavera tiles — also known in the design world as Malibu-style tile. Produced by one of Mexico’s largest and most respected Talavera manufacturers, these tiles are distinguished by their vibrant color, precise patterns, and the dimensional texture created by the centuries-old cuerda seca (“dry cord”) technique.

What sets the San Luis Obispo line apart is the cuerda seca process: each design is outlined with a waxy resist, then colored glazes are hand-applied using a bulb syringe, filling each section individually. The result is a tile with a tactile, almost embossed quality — raised edges between each color that you can feel beneath your fingertips. Available in both matte and gloss glazes, these tiles offer a range of finishes from subtle elegance to luminous depth.

The line includes Rusticos (patterned decorative tiles with an aged aesthetic), Solidos (solid-color field tiles), and full Talavera designs, providing everything needed for a complete, coordinated installation. Browse the subcollections below to find the perfect combination for your project.

Please note due to the size and weight of these tiles, all orders will be shipped via freight. We try to offer a selection of freight shipping prices at checkout, however you are more than welcome to contact us directly to see if we can find a better rate for you.

For any questions regarding our different lines of flooring, please feel free to call Place of Clay at (602) 252-1506 or email info@placeofclay.com with any questions.