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Why is my White Marble Turning Yellow?

Architectural Ceramics

Yellowing may still happen in a shower area where mud work or wet bed has been done using Gray Portland cement. The mud mix that is used in a shower pan is very dry and not all of the cement particles are thoroughly incorporated. The availability of so many wonderful marbles. successful jobs and satisfied clients.

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Cement Tiles Inspired by World Travels

Granada Tile

Ceramic tiles first made an appearance in the ninth or tenth century BC, with cement tile arriving quite a bit later in the 1800s when hydraulic presses were invented and Portland cement was discovered. Visit the Granada Tile Minis collection to view our zellige-inspired cement tile. Moroccan Tile. Spanish Tile.

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Hispaniola Relief Cement Tiles Offer Island-Like Feel

Tile Talk

Colorful, dimensional Hispaniola cement tiles liven up a powder room. The Hispaniola Collection from Avente Tile is an exclusive, made-to-order series of beautiful handmade cement tiles inspired by the climate, textures and surroundings of the Dominican Republic. See All Elevations Relief Cement Tile. Desination: Cuba. "I

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Avente Tile Talk: Aguayo Cement Tile Factory Tour

Tile Talk

Aguayo Cement Tile Factory Tour. I just returned from a business trip in the Dominican Republic meeting with the owners of the Aguayo Cement Tile Factory. Aguayo Cement Tiles are well known for their quality, large color palette, and commitment to new design. Cuban Tiles from the Aguayo Cement Tile Factory. Marble dust.

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Newest Trends in Kitchen & Bath

Architectural Ceramics

Cement Tile. Also known as ‘encaustic tiles’, but Cement tile is easier to say and more understood. About 2 years ago we picked up our first cement tile manufacturer, and at that time is was a brand new type of tile that no one had. Good luck in the new year with your projects!

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Cozy Up Your Home for the Holidays

Architectural Ceramics

Ask us about our Scraffito tile, handmade in Portland Oregon. We are loving this marble and brushed brass mosaic. Is it clean and classic with a simple cabinets and subway tile, or bold and graphic with high contrast cement tiles? Both products are not only attractive but durable and easy to clean – a win-win in our book!

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Queries & Quandaries: Wire Anchors for Interior Stone Cladding

StoneDimensions

One can use portland cement based mortars to eliminate the plaster, but then the cure time is extended and ductile stainless wire must be substituted for copper due to the galvanic reaction potential between copper and mortar. And there are major concerns over the moisture resistance, or lack thereof, of plaster.

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