This Paua shell mosaic uses sharply cut triangular fragments to create a graphic crazy-cut field alive with green, blue, silver and violet iridescence. Iridescent, graphic, and unapologetically bold. This design uses a “crazy cut” of paua shell, with triangular pieces inlaid onto a substrate using adhesive, then ground back to a smooth, glossy finish. The faceted geometry catches light from every angle, shifting through silvers, sea-greens, petrol blues, and violet flashes as you move around it. The overall effect is abstract and architectural, with a fractured rhythm inspired by Cubism. Sizes available: 10 x 10 cm up to 100 x 100 cm. Thickness varies by application: tiles approx. 7 mm, wall panels from 7 mm to 19 mm. Uses: tiles, wall décor, wall cladding, countertops, tabletops, mirror frames, cabinet doors, and furniture accents.

Paua Shell Mosaic | Material and Pattern

The shell pieces are inlaid onto a substrate with adhesive and then ground to a smooth glossy finish.

Compare sea urchin shell mosaic, red Capiz shell and brass and shell inlay for related approaches to shell scale, pattern or material combination. The Shells & Mother of Pearl collection places this design within De Ferranti’s wider group of shell mosaics, inlays and veneered surfaces.

Specification, Samples and Layout

The strong directional pattern benefits from reviewing more than one module at a time. Check how the triangular fragments flow across panel joins, where cut edges occur and how much colour variation is appropriate for the scheme. The Paua shell mosaic can be considered for tiles, wall cladding, countertops, tabletops, mirror frames, cabinet doors and furniture accents, subject to confirmation of the exact build-up and intended use.

Project Guidance and Enquiries

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