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Made of compressed cement and sand, a cement tile is noticeably heavier than a standard tile, and a box of 12 pieces of Carreau Balance Moutarde Ancienne is no exception. Carocim advises planning to carry this kind of box with two people rather than alone.

Its aged mustard yellow directly recalls the earthy colours of older buildings, which makes Carreau Balance Moutarde Ancienne particularly well suited to a period house. Carocim often sees this cement tile laid to echo exposed beams or stone walls.

A surrealist spirit, blending dreamlike patterns with references to the zodiac's animal signs, guided the Balance collection that Carreau Balance Moutarde Ancienne belongs to. Carocim entrusts this kind of artistic inspiration to designer Claire Detallante, who signs every pattern in this cement tile range.

Porous by nature, a cement tile easily absorbs water and stains if left unprotected, which is why Carreau Balance Moutarde Ancienne needs to be waterproofed before use. Carocim recommends a water- and oil-repellent sealer applied after laying, to limit the material's natural porosity.

Thanks to the anti-UV treatment systematically applied by Carocim, Carreau Balance Moutarde Ancienne still looks the same after years in the sun, with its aged mustard yellow not fading. This cement tile therefore keeps all its character, even after being laid outdoors for a long time.