Garden State Tile Blog

MARCH 31, 2021

The answer to this common question is almost always “porcelain.” Porcelain tile can be used virtually anywhere – floors, walls, showers, outdoors – and the list continues. Porcelain has a long history, dating back to 15 th century where it was used among the aristocrats. absorption rate.

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Rubble Tile

MAY 16, 2022

Cement and cement-look tiles have been a trending look in the world of interior design for a while, and for good reason. The geometric and pattern options that you get in encaustic cement tiles can add a bespoke, yet contemporary feel to any space.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 9, 2012

Fragments - Our New Cement Tile Accent Strips. Meet our newest line of cement tile: Fragments ! Its pretty easy to see that these tiny, tesserae have cement tile pedigree. Fragments Cement Tile Accent Strip. Fragments Cement Tile Accent Strip - Bar Format in Winter.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 21, 2014

Polished Cement Tile Benefits a Kitchen Backsplash. Last week, I received a wonderful email from Interior Designer Eugenia Triandos in Montreal, Canada. She shared an installation photo from a recent project that showcases Aventes popular Cuban Cement Tile! Design by Eugenia Triandos of Triandos Creations.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 25, 2014

Cement Tile Tips for the Pattern Shy. — By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. Weve been Playing with Pattern in Tile Design this month and shown you how Simple Patterns are Powerful ! Theres no doubt that patterned cement tiles are a great way to add style to any room. Cement Tile Design Ideas.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 16, 2012

Creative Accents with Cement Tile. Project Pick: Get Creative with Cement Tile Accents. Using cement tile to incorporate a decorative element into any room or indoor/outdoor space is an attention-getting idea and design element. Fragments are another way to get creative with cement tile.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Cement Tile Design Trends & Tips. I love the color in this cement tile floor. Notice how the cement tile pattern blends similar colors to create a simpler pattern? Traditional Sosua Cement Tile installed as a rug. Traditional Sosua Cement Tile installed as a rug.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 14, 2012

Relief Cement Tile. I will never forget the first time I saw a relief cement tile. The texture was artistically integrated into the pattern to add a complexity to the floor tile. The tile stood out like a little gem and the texture on the surface provided depth and sophistication. Tuesday, August 14, 2012.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 3, 2014

Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Custom tile design by Carson Magness Landscapes at The Pasadena Showcase House of Design. Field tile, or plain, solid colored tile, is a tile found in the main "field" or area of an installation covering the walls, floors or steps of your swimming pool.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 17, 2014

Porcelain Tiles from Spain and the World Cup. Our friends at Tile of Spain were kind enough to share some amazing tile facts about the Spanish tiles that were used for this project. The stadiums façade is covered with approximately 12,000 square meters of tile, which is equivalent to 2.97 129,000 sq.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 8, 2013

Custom Cement Tiles Add The Right Touch. Project Pick: Custom Cement Tile Design Adds The Right Touch This months Project Pick is from Mark and Erin C. from central New York and features custom designed cement tiles by Avente for their recent kitchen remodel. Learn How Custom Cement Tiles.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 8, 2013

Cement Tile is Our Life. For more than a decade, our company has been dedicated to providing cement tile products that are at the forefront of their class. As Autumn rolls in, were taking time to reflect on how proud and honored we are to offer handmade cement tiles created by true artisans. Featured Tile.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 21, 2012

Cement Tile Stair Treads Provide a Great Look. When considering handmade cement tile for an installation, customers often ask, "How do I finish a stair riser or stair tread with cement tile?" The question most often occurs when we are discussing cement tile trim, molding and finished edges.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 22, 2014

Cement Tiles Add to the Impeccable Details of Tucson-Area Restaurant. By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. We just happened to meet because she called to talk about cement tile for her new restaurant, The Coronet , in Tucson, Arizona. The Coronet is a brasserie style restaurant featuring Old World cuisine and cement tile!

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 19, 2013

Alluring Arabesque Spanish Cement Tiles. With their Moorish and Spanish influences, Arabesque designs and patterns have remained timeless and always in fashion (think Boho chic and the California missions). Arabesque Spanish Cement Tiles are available in 30 colors and two blends.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 11, 2012

Arabesque Cement Tile Spanish Pavers. New Arabesque Cement Tiles Bring Spanish Flair to Any Décor. Our newest line of cement tile offers not only a classic, time-tested look, but also the durability and craftsmanship of traditional handmade cement tile. Introducing Arabesque Cement Tile!

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The London Tile Co.

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

At The London Tile Co. we’re always looking for the next trend in tiles and this year it seems terrazzo is at the top of everyone’s list. We’ve seen a huge increase in ‘effect’ tiles over the last few years; porcelain that looks just like other materials but has all the benefits of tile.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

Cement Tile Create a Warm Welcome. Traditional Gran Cordoba Cement Tile Polished 8"x8". When a customer requests a special size for their handmade cement tiles, we are more than happy to assist in meeting their design needs and special requests. How can we help you with your design needs today?

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Tile Talk

APRIL 8, 2014

Two-Tone Cement Tile Pattern Creates Serenity. This recent cement tile installation features a centered pattern so the eye is naturally drawn to the main field pattern. design list. Designing with cement tile means taking a vision, idea or surrounding complementary area, and making it come to life!

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 15, 2013

2012s Top 12 Cement & Ceramic Tiles. Before we get too far into the new year, I want to share our most popular selling tiles of 2012. For the first time in three years, a white tile was not our top seller! In fact, you wont see a white tile until position #8. Classic Athens A - 8" x 8" Cement Tile.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 13, 2012

Rustic Cement Tile Pavers. your next tile project. However, I couldnt wait any longer to introduce our newest line of cement tiles, Rustic Cement Tiles Pavers. Rustic Cement Tile Pavers Come in a Variety of Colors & Sizes. All tiles are 3/4" thick nominal thickness.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 14, 2014

Cement Tile Backsplash Design, Cost & Installation Tips. One of the biggest trends in cement tile is to use them for a backsplash – primarily a kitchen backsplash – like the one shown here and featured on Houzz by our friends, Philadelphia-based general contracting firm Buckminster Green.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 19, 2013

Creating Cement Tile Molds and Pigments for Handmade Tiles: Part 2 of Our Look at ARTO Brick. ARTOs Normandy Cream cement tile board is getting ready for shipment. Over the years, I have been on several tile manufacturing tours, but let me stress how excited I am for each and every tour. Custom Tile Molds.

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Tile Talk

MAY 28, 2013

Spring into Summer with our Cement Tile Ideas. Handmade cement tiles are an easy-to-maintain product that not only offer deep colors and a rich history, but most importantly, they offer long-lasting beauty and extensive design possibilities for floors and walls. Our Pinterest board featuring Cement Tile: Rugs.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 18, 2014

Simple Cement Tile Patterns are Playful & Powerful. — Written by Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. However, they add complexity to the design because they need to work effectively with color to maintain the mood and feel. Cement Tile Patterns establish the mood of a room like color. Pattern Tile Tessellation.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

Recent Cement Tile Projects. It’s been an exciting year so far at Avente Tile. Thank you to our many customers who have picked some unique tiles and been patient with us. It provides customers with a better idea of what the cement tiles look like right out of the box. cement tile floors , wall tile.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 29, 2012

Focus on Romana Cement Tile | August 2012. Project Pick: Romana Cement Tile for Kitchen Backsplash. Avente Tile customer Constance Zaytoun recently designed and oversaw the remodeling of her Chelsea, NY, kitchen that included a cement tile backsplash to be envied. Lets Talk Tile!

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 20, 2012

Great Floor Designs with Rustic Cement Tile Pavers. These pavers have the rich look of classic clay bisque tiles that have been used in Spain, the Mediterranean, and northern Africa for centuries. Further, by using our Spanish Paver Tiles, youll feel good knowing your choice is also good for the environment.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

Cement Tiles Trend Toward Bold Patterns & Colors. Earlier this year I did a guest post for the Gold Notes blog called, Tile Trends from Coverings 2012. I reported that I was seeing a trend to use texture, color, and geometric patterns in tile. Melilla Cement Tile. Montecristi Cement Tile.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 3, 2013

Removing Grout Haze in a Cement Tile Installation. Today, I discuss grout haze – a problem that often occurs with both ceramic and cement tile installations. However, today’s post focuses exclusively on how to remove grout haze on cement tile installations. Cement tiles that needs to be grouted.

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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. Moreover, the cement used for producing these tiles is supplied by an Energy Star Certified factory.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 22, 2013

Finding the Right Cement Tile Adds Personalized Touch. What a great space and design! Avente provided both the design services and ultimately created the custom cement tile you see here! I asked Mark, " How did you find this cement tile pattern, and why did you decide to work with Avente?

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 1, 2013

Cement Tile Layout Guide & Checklist. Youve been looking at cement tile patterns for months, debated color schemes and palettes, considered custom cement tile options and now are ready to order the tile! Cement Tile with Traditional Rug Design. Tuesday, October 1, 2013.

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The London Tile Co.

JUNE 1, 2018

If you still aren’t sure check out our previous blog post by interior designer Clare Phillips who has used grey throughout her stunning new build home. Read on for more information about this month’s Featured Tile ranges Panache and Malmo – both of which feature modern grey tones. Like what you see?

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Tile Talk

JULY 2, 2013

Enhance Your Outdoor Space with Cement or Ceramic Tiles. Dominican artist Cándido Bidó is the creative force behind the bold Espiral cement tile. We have just the right solution for you - ceramic and cement tiles in a multitude of colors, shapes, and motifs. Arabesque Cement Tile.

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The London Tile Co.

AUGUST 1, 2018

This month we have two lovely tile ranges to tell you about, so read on for more information about the August Featured Tiles. The Allure range stands out for so many reasons; the almost cement-effect plank field tiles, stunning glitter decors and a range of colours that would please any interior designer.

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Tile Talk

MAY 6, 2014

Patterned Tiles are Power Play at Coverings 2014. By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. While Coverings was celebrating its 25th anniversary in Las Vegas, I was celebrating something I hadnt seen much of at this annual tile and stone trade show since Ive been attending: patterned tiles. Lots of patterned tiles!

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