Questions and Answers

How long does it take to receive a Five Sisters Tile?

It takes the artist approximately five days to design, paint and glaze your tile. We then allow at least six business days to gift-wrap, mount the hanging hardware and package your tile. You will receive a shipped tile after ordering in twelve business days. If you need a tile rush delivered, we can create it in seven business days will an additional priority fee of fifteen dollars.

Why should I choose a Five Sisters Tile?

                Our tiles are a perfect alternative to ordinary two-dimensional work. Although they are also a two dimensional paintings, they offer the viewer three-dimensional effects due to the surface in which they are painted. Remember that the paintings are on a ceramic tile and that alone will reveal a rich and inventive look in your space.

 

 

 

 

How are Five Sisters Tiles displayed?

                  Five Sisters Tiles are displayed as Fine Art. We recommend hanging your tile in a safe area or propping it on a plate stand. Both exhibiting techniques work beautifully. The tiles are hand painted especially for you. Protect your tile from heat, do not use as a hot plate or trivet and exhibit with care.  The wall mounting is provided to you.

 

Can I use my Five Sisters Tile Outside?

                Yes, please specify when ordering if your tile will be used outside. A special exterior waterproofing glaze will be applied to the tile. Many people order tiles as address plates and for covered porches. The tiles are a wonderful way to greet your

incoming guests.



How can I use Five Sisters Tiles to Decorate my home?

 

§         Collecting

Many people collect tiles as art forms. Some display their tiles as borders around a room or hall. Others display groupings of tiles in a cluster format to break up a wall space or expansive area. Our tiles can be handed down through generations as heirlooms and special keepsakes.

§         Children’s Rooms

Our tiles are often used as playful and whimsical images to decorate children’s rooms. Some costumers send us swatches of fabric or paint and we craft the tiles to complement their personal décor.

§         A Tile Series

A Tile series’ is a grouping of multiple tiles to be hung together that share a common theme or idea. Examples of this are our sports series and insect series. Tile series’ are a popular way to exhibit our work and add a major punch to a room.

§         In a Powder Room or Foyer

A powder room is a great place to hang a botanical or garden themed tile. Other themes can be used to make your space more intimate and a real pleasure to frequent. Many people display their tiles in an entrance way or foyer. The Family Name Tiles with the est. date are an extremely popular look to personalize your home.

§         Seasonal Themes

Seasonal Tiles are a great way to transform the décor in your home for a holiday or change of season. With every season, there are images that we love to admire. Winter themes could consist of adorned topiaries, candles, or wreaths and the start of a new year. Spring brings us colorful botanicals or garden themes; Summer themes are about the outdoors and the love of landscape. Fall lends us the rich color schemes of turning foliage and our earth.

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Five Sisters
Fine Art and Painted Tiles

1649 Belfast Road
Sparks, MD 21152
Phone: 410-472-0392
E-mail:
info@tilebabes.com
www.tilebabes.com

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