Athangudi tiles design: 10 ideas

Handmade Chettinad tiles with rich colours and patterns.

Living room floor with blue and white Athangudi tiles and a wooden swing

An Athangudi tiles design brings handcrafted character to a home. These tiles are handmade in Athangudi village in Tamil Nadu's Chettinad region, using local soil, cement and natural pigments poured into patterned moulds.

Here are 10 Athangudi tile ideas.

Cream octagon floor tiles with blue dot inserts and a blue-striped border

01Blue Athangudi floor

Blue and white patterns feel fresh and classic.

Red and yellow Athangudi tiles

02Red and yellow Chettinad pattern

Traditional warm colours.

Athangudi tile rug in a hall

03Athangudi rug in a hall

A patterned section in a plain floor.

Athangudi verandah floor

04Verandah floor

Perfect for traditional verandahs.

Athangudi kitchen floor

05Kitchen floor

Adds charm to a kitchen.

Athangudi tiles in a bathroom

06Bathroom accent

A patterned floor in a dry bathroom area.

Athangudi tiles in a pooja room

07Pooja room floor

Traditional patterns suit pooja rooms.

Plain green Athangudi tiles

08Plain Athangudi in one colour

Solid colours with the same handmade texture.

Athangudi border with plain centre

09Border with plain centre

Patterned border around plain tiles.

Athangudi tiles on a wall

10Wall accent

Athangudi tiles as a wall feature.

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Using Athangudi tiles in modern homes

Texture: matte, slightly uneven and cool underfoot.
Maintenance: polish with coconut oil or a recommended sealer; avoid acidic cleaners.
Patience: they gain sheen with use.
Laying: needs craftsmen familiar with handmade tiles.
Balance: pair with plain walls and simple furniture.