Matthew S. Galvez, President and C.E.O. of Austin, Texas based Elgin Butler Company and Robert McIntyre, Founder and President of McIntyre Tile Company, Inc. announced that McIntyre Tile has been purchased by Elgin Butler.

McIntyre is now a wholly owned subsidiary of Elgin Butler, a manufacturer of Glazed Brick and Structural Glazed Facing Tile. Based in northern California's wine country, McIntyre Tile combines the rich variations of artisan craftsmanship with its own unique aesthetic. McIntyre's distinct design, attention to detail, and passionate approach to development result in a matchless quality and durability renowned by design professionals nationwide. Production for the two entities will be maintained at both existing physical locations.

Elgin Butler makes heavy structural, load-bearing ceramic glazed products and McIntyre Tile makes ceramic glazed tile.  The chemistries are the same but the manufacturing processes and the markets serviced are usually very different.

The goal is to employ the manufacturing techniques, inspired by Sonoma Valley artists and used in McIntyre ceramic tile, in its manufacture of structural glazed tile & brick.   Italian ceramic tile glazing equipment is being ordered to help achieve this goal.  At the same time, Elgin Butler’s production facilities and raw materials will bolster McIntyre's production capability.

For the designer, this will provide a source of products ranging from light weight ceramic glazed veneer units  to blast-resistant structural glazed units in finishes ranging from utility glazes to decorative glazes that can be “muralistic” or simple “earthy artisan”.   

The companies will be combining their talents, techniques and personalities to the maximum extent possible, but it is anticipated they will maintain their respective manufacturing operations & sales forces.

Outstanding customer service will continue to be the combined entity's first priority as the integration of the two organizations moves forward. The product offerings and ceramic expertise of McIntyre coupled with the recent growth of Elgin Butler will enhance the available product offerings and further grow the market presence of the combined companies.

What this change means to you is enhanced service and support from a greater number of resources.

Elgin Butler  +  McIntyre Tile = An Award Winning Combination

Russ Butler, EBC V.P. of Sales
Bob McIntyre, Founder and President of McIntyre Tile Company