Products : Mosaic Tile : Maui Shell Tile

Mother of Pearl and Paua Shell Tile

Our laminated Paua (abalone) Shell veneers are made from the finest grade (A) abalone and oyster shells. Paua is one of the world's most beautiful shells because of its incredible and intense variation of color. Paua shells remind us of a kaleidoscope or hologram, with the colors dancing and sparkling as the iridescent patterns of the nacre catch the glints of light when viewed from different angles.

Laminated shell veneer is revolutionary by using only one thin piece of Paua and developing a coating process to give the same effect as a much thicker piece of shell. The possible applications for laminated shell veneer is limitless and due to their ease of use compared to traditional Paua shell inlay they have almost zero wastage.They are Scratch Resistant and Flexible

PLEASE TAKE NOTE: The paua fishery is managed with a quota system in order to ensure the sustainability of this natural resource. Paua fishers free-dive to pry the mollusk from the rocks. The paua meat is considered a delicacy and the shells are a by-product of catching paua for their meat so all parts of the product are utilized.