Mosaics by Elysium Tiles

Calabash mosaic tile collection

Calabash is handmade porcelain in the arabesque outline, sold by the individual piece rather than on mesh sheets. The 6 × 6 in tiles cover a square foot with eight pieces, and the 12 × 12 in Ivory Large with two. Colors include Ivory, Multiblue, Red and White, with matching trims: 2 × 12 in in Olive and Red, a 1 5/8 × 12 in Ivory cane, and a White trim made for the 12 in and 6 in tiles. Elysium marks the line pool applicable and notes high variation.

Mosaics
9
Material
Handmade Porcelain
Typical size
6 × 6 in
  • Calabash Ivory mosaic tile
  • Calabash Ivory Cane mosaic sheet
  • Calabash Ivory Large mosaic tile
  • Calabash London Multiblue mosaic sheet
  • Calabash Multiblue mosaic tile
  • Calabash Olive Trim mosaic sheet

Product photos: Elysium Tiles

02Designing with it

Working with Calabash

High variation is the point: tone shifts from piece to piece, so lay out tiles from several boxes before setting and move the outliers to the edges or to cut pieces. Because each tile is loose, the installer controls the joint width; a narrow joint keeps the arabesque outline crisp. The trims let you finish a backsplash, a niche or a tub apron without a metal edge. Calabash London Multiblue, a 12 × 12 in square design, is listed as coming soon.

03At a glance

Mosaics
9
Materials
Handmade Porcelain
Shapes
Arabesque, Square
Sheet and piece sizes
6 × 6 in · 12 × 12 in · 2 × 12 in · 1.25 × 11.75 in · 1.63 × 12 in
Colors
Beige, Blue, Red, Green, White
Origin
Asia
Pool rated
9 of 9

04How ordering works

From sample to installation

  1. 01

    Request samples

    Pick the sheets you like and request samples, or compare them at the Glendale showroom next to your fronts and stone.

  2. 02

    Measure the area

    Send the square footage of each wall or floor. We add about 10% for cuts and spares, as in the coverage figures on each product page, and check the sheet count with you.

  3. 03

    Quote and lead time

    We confirm the price, current availability and lead time for the Elysium Tiles mosaics you chose — before you commit.

FAQ

Calabash, answered

Still deciding? Call +1 (213) 776-0000 or send us your plan.

How many Calabash tiles make a square foot?
Eight of the 6 × 6 in arabesque tiles cover one square foot, as do two of the 12 × 12 in Ivory Large tiles. Add extra for cuts and for selecting pieces from a high-variation run.
Can Calabash be used in a pool?
Elysium marks the Calabash line as pool applicable. For submerged use, confirm the thin-set and grout system with your pool contractor, and order trims at the same time so color matches.
How do I get samples of Calabash mosaics?
Open any sheet in the collection and press "Request a sample / quote", or use the form on this page. You can also see Elysium Tiles mosaics at our Glendale showroom — ask about current availability and lead time.

Samples & quotes

Request a sample or a quote

Tell us about your project and we will come back with samples, a quote for the Calabash collection and the current lead time.

Elysium Tiles prices are not listed online — they depend on quantity and timing. Ask about current availability and lead time.

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Showroom

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614 W. Colorado Street
Glendale, CA 91204

Monday – Friday
9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Sunday
10:00 am – 6:00 pm

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