Founded in 1986 by its Chief Ceramicist, Paul Burns, Fireclay Tile (fireclaytile) makes the highest quality, most durable and aesthetic hand-made ceramic and glass materials that are unique, affordable, and “green” The company is based in San Jose, CA where it manufactures and sells its products including Debris Series Recycled Tile, Crush Recycled Glass Tile, Vitrail Series .