The Magnificent Colors of Ludowici
Ludowici is widely acknowledged as the industry expert in colored (glazed) clay roof tile. Over 50 standard designer colors and unmatched custom color capabilities.
Colors & Textures
Terra cotta by its very nature is warm, earthy, and inviting. Enhancing the natural qualities of terra cotta by adding a surface texture or glaze mixture before firing can create spectacular colors and surfaces that can not be replicated on other materials like asphalt, synthetics, wood, or concrete.
Custom Color Development
For over a century, Ludowici craftsmen have created some of the most beautiful and unique terra cotta roof tiles in the country. From gleaming glosses to their patented multi-spray glazing techniques to hand-crafted finish textures, Ludowici is the expert in creating custom color and surface textures.
Mixing a custom glaze color is not like mixing a paint color. The ceramic engineers start with a basic formula and, based on the desired color, they mix, adjust, and fire different formulas to test each outcome. Then, those fired colors (glazes) are analyzed, adjusted, and mixed each time until the desired color formula is created.
Timeless Beauty
Like with all of their standard glaze colors, a range can be seen within the custom color. This is a natural and desirable quality of working with terra cotta, creating depth and visual appeal that other materials can’t offer. Custom colors are covered by our 75-year limited material warranty.
In addition to the standard texture offerings, our ceramic engineers can work with you to create a custom surface texture suitable for your tile. When factoring in texture, be sure to note that the surface of your tile can affect the final color. Whether you are trying to match a historic tile, want to combine a number of standard textures, or create your own surface texture, Ludowici craftsmen will work with you to make your design vision a reality.
If you aren’t sure where to start with your project, consider visiting our Factory of Ideas to discover all the possibilities Ludowici has to offer. Ludowici stands behind the quality of their products with an industry-leading 75-year material warranty, including color fastness. This assurance provides building owners, facility managers, architects, and specifiers with confidence in the long-term performance and beauty of Ludowici clay tiles. We invite you to explore all the possibilities that Ludowici Clay Tile can bring to your next project. For more information, please visit ludowici.com or contact us directly at Congress Associates.
