A tile is a decorative brick with a glazed face.
A tile is a brick that has a glazed face and is used as a decorative element or for covering floors and walls .
Other uses of the tile concept depend on the region. In some countries, azulejo is synonymous with bluish (a color similar to blue), while in others, a horse whose hair, when wet, exhibits blue reflections is classified as a azulejo. Different birds and a plant are also called bluebirds.
brick tile
The tile (also known as brick tile ) can feature different colors and be monochromatic or polychromatic.
The glaze that one of the faces of the tile exhibits is the result of the action of glazing , which consists of applying a varnish to a piece of earthenware or clay so that, once placed in the oven, it acquires the luster and transparency that characterize to the glass .
He who makes tiles is known as a tile maker . Tile makers are dedicated to tile work , a notion that also allows the work made with tiles to be named.
Thanks to the glaze, the tiles are waterproof and have a shiny appearance . Similar to tiles , they can be used for interior or exterior coverings .
in art
Tiles are also used to create representations , in the style of paintings. In this way, tiles are used to develop religious images, display scenes linked to mythology and even narrate historical events.
Worldwide there are several museums dedicated to tiles. In Montevideo (the capital of Uruguay ), for example, there is the Azulejo Museum that belongs to the local mayor's office. This establishment has a collection of more than 5,000 tiles , donated by the architect Alejandro Artucio Urioste .
Centaurea cyanus
The plant known as bluebird ( Centaurea cyanus ) is a species of annual herbaceous plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. It is small in size: it reaches a height of approximately 30 to 70 centimeters . It has thin, branched stems with narrow, elongated, grayish-green leaves.
The bluebird's flowers are its most distinctive feature, with deep blue petals, although they can also be pink, white or purple. This plant is native to Europe and has become naturalized in other parts of the world, including North America. It grows in cultivated fields, meadows, roadsides and vacant areas. It is highly adaptable and can grow in a variety of soils.
It is mainly grown as an ornamental plant due to the beauty of its flowers. It is popular in gardens and is used in flower arrangements. It also has medicinal uses and can be used in infusions to treat mild eye and gastrointestinal conditions.
Mountains Tile
The mountain bluebird ( Sialia currucoides ) is a species of passerine bird in the family Turdidae , which includes cowbirds and blackbirds. It is a medium-sized bird, with an average length of 17 to 21 centimeters . Adult males have a deep blue color on the upper body, while the belly and chest are bright orange. The females and young are more discreet, with gray and brown tones.
This species is found primarily in North America , from Alaska and Canada to parts of the western United States and Mexico. It prefers to inhabit mountainous areas, especially coniferous forests and open areas with bushes. During winters, some populations migrate south in search of warmer climates.
The top of the tile exhibits an intense blue.
Mountain bluebirds are migratory birds and feed mainly on insects, fruits and berries. They are known for their beautiful song, which they use to communicate and establish territories. They build nests in tree cavities, but can also adapt to artificial spaces.
The mountain bluebird is not considered an endangered species. However, like many birds, it may face threats due to habitat destruction, pollution and climate change . The conservation of forests and the protection of their habitat are important to ensure their survival.