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This part is very important because the clay must be compact with no air bubbles in it. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Raw Zellige clay tiles are then allowed to dry outdoors, like adobe. Most tile production takes place in the summer, early fall and spring. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e After the clay is shaped, molded and flattened, it is kept and stored in a cool dry place to be readied for a first bake. \u003cbr\u003e \u003ch3\u003e   All fired up  from clay to kiln. \u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cbr\u003e After the uncured Zellige tiles are dried another skilled craftsmen applies the colors to the top of the tile. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The Zellige tiles are now placed in natural, wood fired kilns. In traditional moroccan Zellige kilns, heat circulates unevenly, resulting in slightly different tones and colors for each tile. 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