Hand-painted tile is ceramic or porcelain tile with decorative patterns applied by artisans before the final firing. Each tile carries slight variations that give the finished surface a handcrafted look that printed tile cannot replicate. It is commonly used in Mediterranean, Spanish Colonial and Tuscan-style homes for bathrooms, kitchens, entryways and accent walls. In the Santa Barbara Estate guest suite, hand-painted tile covers the walls, floor and countertops, creating a cohesive old-world character that carries through the entire room.