{"id":23499,"date":"2026-01-30T11:59:58","date_gmt":"2026-01-30T10:59:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/redverde.es\/suelos-de-barro-y-terracota\/"},"modified":"2026-07-22T17:37:14","modified_gmt":"2026-07-22T15:37:14","slug":"earthen-and-terracotta-floors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/redverde.es\/en\/earthen-and-terracotta-floors\/","title":{"rendered":"Earthen and terracotta floors"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

History, traditional maintenance and how to protect them today<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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Clay floors<\/strong>, also known as terracotta floors<\/strong>, are one of the most appreciated options in traditional homes, country houses and renovation projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Their warm aesthetic, natural origin and great durability make them a timeless flooring that, well cared for, can last for generations. In this article we explain what terracotta floors are<\/strong>, how they were maintained in the past<\/strong>, what problems appear if they are not protected correctly<\/strong> and what is the best way to treat them today in a natural manner<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. What are clay or terracotta floors?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Fired-clay floors<\/strong> or terracotta tiles<\/strong> are made from natural clays fired at low temperature. This gives them a porous texture and a unique finish, with colour variations ranging from red to ochre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They are very common in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Old houses and rural dwellings
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  • Courtyards and outdoor porches
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  • Kitchens and communal areas
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  • Renovation of historic buildings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n