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Short, sourced and honest about what we could not confirm.
Taking old azulejos out of Portugal: what the law says
Old tiles count as cultural goods. Here are the notice, licence and EU rules in plain language, with the articles quoted.
Hand-painted or printed? What we can and cannot tell you
Honest advice on judging a tile, including why we do not publish a quick checklist.
How to care for old tiles
Four rules from the Tiles and Architectural Ceramics Society for cleaning glazed surfaces.
Buying tiles and pottery in Portugal and getting them home
Where to buy new pieces with confidence, how to pack them, and when the export rules apply.