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title: What's the Difference Between D'Hanis Red Terracotta and Saltillo Tile?
description: Compare D'Hanis Red Terracotta and Saltillo tile, including differences in color, texture, finishes, and handmade characteristics.
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# What's the Difference Between D'Hanis Red Terracotta and Saltillo Tile?
## Compare the color, texture, finish, and overall appearance of D'Hanis Red Terracotta and traditional Saltillo tile.
D'Hanis Red Terracotta and Saltillo Terracotta are both handmade clay tiles, but D'Hanis offers more consistent red color, smoother surfaces, and a semi-gloss finish, while Saltillo Terracotta delivers greater color variation, rustic texture, and a more traditional handmade look. The key differences come down to color consistency, surface texture, edge definition, and available finishes.
### What is D'Hanis Red Terracotta?
Our [D'Hanis Red Terracotta](https://clayimports.com/collections/terra-cotta-tile/producttype_dhanis) is inspired by the original red clay tiles once manufactured in D'Hanis, Texas, which were especially popular in mid-century homes.
Although the original tiles are no longer produced, our D'Hanis collection offers a similar look and is often used for renovations, replacements, and mid-century-inspired designs.
Compared to traditional Saltillo, D'Hanis Red Terracotta generally features:
- **More consistent color:** Rich red clay tones with less variation between pieces.
- **Smoother, flatter surfaces:** A more refined appearance with fewer rustic irregularities.
- **More defined edges:** Slightly softened corners and edges for a cleaner overall look.
- **Semi-gloss finish:** A subtle sheen that differs from the more rustic appearance of traditional Saltillo.
D'Hanis is still a handmade product, so some natural variation in color, size, and texture should be expected.
### What is Saltillo tile?
[Saltillo Terracotta](https://clayimports.com/collections/terracotta) is a traditional handmade terracotta tile produced using time-honored methods from locally sourced Tierra Rica clay, known for its rustic appearance and natural color variation.
Saltillo typically features:
- **Greater color variation:** Warm shades ranging from golden orange to terracotta red and brown.
- **Rustic texture:** Natural surface irregularities, handmade markings, and slight dimensional differences.
- **More organic edges:** Rounded corners and natural variations in shape, depending on the style.
- **Multiple finishes:** Available pre-sealed in Gloss, Satin, and Matte, with unsealed options upon request.
Which one should I choose?
- If you're looking for a more consistent red color, smoother surface, and classic mid-century appearance, D'Hanis Red Terracotta may be the better fit.
- If you prefer warm color variation, rustic texture, and a more traditional handmade look, Saltillo is a great option.
Both offer the character of natural clay tile, so we recommend ordering samples to compare their colors, textures, and finishes before deciding.
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