Tile Talk

DECEMBER 3, 2013

According to the curators of the Palácio Nacional de Sintra (National Palace of Sintra) in Portugal, the use of azulejos (a form of Portuguese or Spanish painted, tin-glazed, ceramic tile) in decoration is unique when compared with other countries by the way it adapts to architecture on a monumental scale. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

MAY 13, 2014

Tuesday, May 13, 2014. In our continuing effort to bring you the highest quality in cement tile products and designs, were happy to announce that our Artist Series now includes the Guillermo and Tania collection. Patterns are enjoying a resurrection of sorts, as we observed recently during Coverings 2014 in Las Vegas.

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Tile Talk

MAY 20, 2014

Tuesday, May 20, 2014. Islamic Star Patterns in Tile Design. Dating back to as early as the 7th century the Islamic Arts have influenced an array of cultures and societies, such as the notable geometric designs in their tile work. These star polygons were not limited only to the painted figure. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

Project Pick: Hand-Painted Spanish Ceramic Tile Risers Aventes Spanish Tiles are beautifully hand-painted in a variety of colors and patterns on ceramic bisque using time-honored techniques. Within our hand-painted Spanish ceramic tile collection, you.ll Visit our Ceramic Tile Design Ideas section. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

Tuesday, February 4, 2014. First, there are no industry standards and this results in numerous colloquial terms used to identify the same type of finished edge. This finished, rounded edge provides a transition from the tile surface to another surface, like a painted wall. backsplash designs. bathroom design.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 20, 2013

With this renewed back-to-basics philosophy, homeowners have found the need to refresh the look of their kitchens, be it with new, energy-conserving appliances or a fresh coat of paint, the need for a soothing, yet workable environment trumps even the most prudent of budgets. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 17, 2014

Tuesday, June 17, 2014. The Arena Corinthians Stadium has been built to sustainable design standards. Architectural solutions for energy efficiency, the use of alternative energies, improvement of interior environmental quality and efficient water consumption have been implemented in this project," noted Tile of Spain.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 8, 2014

Tuesday, April 8, 2014. design list. To get you started on your Spring cleaning and freshening up of spaces, here are several handmade cement tile and hand-painted ceramic tiles that evoke the feelings of this season year-round. Barcelona Yellow Hand-Painted Ceramic Tile. Portuguese Braganza Hand-Painted Ceramic Tile.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 26, 2013

We discussed the different hand painted Spanish Tiles lines. A few days later she placed a sample order that included several popular hand painted Spanish decorative tiles and our Yucatan field tiles. I later learned she was also the Principal of her design firm, The Sky is theLimit Interior Design Concepts.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 4, 2014

Tuesday, March 4, 2014. Playing with Pattern in Tile Design. Patterns are decorative designs on the surface of materials that usually have a repeating design motif. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 3, 2014

Tuesday, June 3, 2014. Custom tile design by Carson Magness Landscapes at The Pasadena Showcase House of Design. You can pair field tile with our decorative Spanish ceramic tiles to create spectacular designs. For whichever project you choose to conquer, Avente Tile is here to help you reach your design goal.

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Tile Talk

MAY 27, 2014

Tuesday, May 27, 2014. Then look through our Spanish tiles or browse our Ceramic Tile Design Ideas where you can find a large collection of projects showcasing our handmade and hand-painted Spanish tile. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends.

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Tile Talk

MAY 7, 2013

Design Firm/Designers: Foreman Rogers, ASID, IIDA, tvsdesign, and Allison Isaacs, AIA tvsdesign. SCAD Tiled Bench Exhibit : Coverings teamed up with the Interior Design Department at the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) where through a 10-week course, talented students learned how to design and tile six benches.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 7, 2014

Tuesday, January 7, 2014. Malibu Carrillo B 6" x 6" Hand Painted Ceramic Tile. Cuban Heritage Cross Design 110 2B 8" x 8" Handmade Cement Tile. Cuban Heritage Medallion Design 110 2B 8" x 8" Handmade Cement Tile. Malibu Latigo A 6" x 6" Hand Painted Ceramic Tile. Top 10 Hand Painted Tiles of 2010.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 10, 2014

Tuesday, June 10, 2014. Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles. Then look through our Spanish tiles or browse our Ceramic Tile Design Ideas where you can find a large collection of projects showcasing our handmade and hand-painted Spanish tile. backsplash designs. bathroom design.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 11, 2014

Tuesday, February 11, 2014. Make your fireplace the focal point of the room with hand-painted ceramic or cement tiles. Also, our ceramic mosaic tile designs are perfect for adding the right touch to a fireplace, hearth, mantle or chimney. Design Ideas to Help. backsplash designs. bathroom design. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 11, 2014

Tuesday, March 11, 2014. New Arabesque Pattern Designs in Cement Tile. As we explore pattern and tile design this month on Tile Talk, I’d like to start by introducing some of our newest Arabesque cement tile patterns. With over 50 different color and blends, its easy to find a color that works with your design scheme.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 17, 2013

Each tile is exquisitely hand-painted in relief. Yucatan Dark Green Hand Painted Ceramic Tile. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hand painted tile. hearth tile design. low cost design.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 10, 2013

Inspired by centuries-old styles from Portugal, these decorative ceramic tiles are hand painted on red bisque and finished with a high-gloss glaze. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hand painted tile. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 9, 2013

Avente Tile works closely with its tile artisans and we can often beat the standard delivery time, or find ways to improve delivery with expedited freight or shipping. Pressed with real leaves, these decorative hand-painted 8"x8" tiles include a Maple Leaf, Ash Leaf, and Ginkgo Leaf design. Spring Vine Hand Painted Ceramic Tile.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 6, 2013

Beautiful glazes and intricate relief designs are just a few of the wonderful traits our collection of ceramic Gourmet Garden tiles and custom murals offer. With their hand-painted relief details, available either in a matte or gloss finish, these richly colored tiles boast sophisticated designs inspired by natures bounty.

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Ceramics Tile Painted Backsplash 112

Tile Talk

OCTOBER 8, 2013

Our goal is to offer products that meet your uncompromising standards. With an extensive portfolio of design ideas, well help you envision how cement tile can be used on floors , walls , ceilings , and backsplashes. Labels: cement tile , cement tile design , cement tile floors , cement tile rugs , tile talk newsletter.

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Tile Talk

JULY 23, 2013

Everywhere you go within this elegant city, you’ll notice hand-painted terracotta and ceramic tiles gracing every niche, fountain, building façade, restaurant, and more. Handmade or hand-painted tile can be found in every part of Santa Barbara, CA. A closer look at Susan Dunbars beautiful hand-painted tile craftsmanship.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 24, 2014

Tuesday, June 24, 2014. The courtyard focuses on a babbling fountain designed in exquisitely crafted, boldly colored tile and a seating area surfaced in clay pavers where friends and family congregate over a bottle of wine and plate of cheese and fruit. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. field tile.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 4, 2013

backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hand painted tile. hearth tile design. low cost design. Modenus Interior Design Blog. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. bathroom tile.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 15, 2014

Tuesday, April 15, 2014. Tile Patterns: Playing with Pinwheel Designs. The pinwheel pattern is a popular and versatile tile layout that adds great visual interest by integrating solid color with decorative tiles into a timeless design. This random pattern draws its design inspiration from the classic pinwheel pattern.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 5, 2013

Now, let’s take a look at what defines hand-crafted, hand-painted tiles by examining the process of silk-screening to glazing. Making Hand Painted Tiles Video. Making Hand Painted Field Tile. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 23, 2013

Avente Tiles Deer in Moonlight Hand-Painted Ceramic Tile Mural. Labels: Christmas , Christmas traditions , hand-painted ceramic tile , Merry Christmas , pinterest , tile murals. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 15, 2013

Top 10 Hand Painted Tiles of 2010. Do you have a favorite cement tile or hand painted ceramic tile? backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hand painted tile. hearth tile design. low cost design.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 22, 2014

Tuesday, April 22, 2014. Sally mentioned she had this painting that would be the focal point of the main dining room and the tile pattern and colors should draw you to the painting; but, not take your attention away. The colors and pattern added to the main dining rooms focal point -- the painting. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 29, 2013

Now while there I also had the opportunity to view some amazing mosaic work that if you didnt look closely could assume was a painting or even a rug. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hand painted tile. field tile.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hand painted tile. hearth tile design. low cost design. Modenus Interior Design Blog. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. bathroom tile.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 12, 2013

Since its inception in 2003, Avente Tiles online tile showroom has sold hand-painted ceramic tile, handmade cement tile, and artisan tiles through various channels of the internet, including our website , this blog, Facebook , Twitter , Houzz , guest posts, and most importantly, word of mouth and repeat business. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 28, 2012

Now this slate comes in an assortment of sizes so laying out the floor isnt as easy as you would get in a standard tile floor. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hand painted tile. hearth tile design.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 26, 2013

Avente works closely with its tile artisans and sometimes, we can beat the standard delivery time or find ways to improve delivery with expedited freight or shipping. The variation found in each hand-painted tile mimics nature in that no two hand-colored leaves are exactly the same. backsplash designs. bathroom design.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 5, 2013

Arabesque & Spanish Cement Tile Designs to Love. Together with Arabesque Spanish floor tiles, our hand-painted La Merced ceramic tiles (from our Barcelona collection) reveal a warm and friendly surrounding. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

Tuesday, February 25, 2014. Tile Fireplace Design Tips. Today I will share three tips that can help you achieve the best design for your tiled fireplace. A fireplace using hand-painted Spanish Tile. Design Rule #1 for Tiled Fireplaces: What’s your style? Hand-painted Spanish tiles create a rustic look.

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