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New Cuban Tile Collection Highlights Rich, Architectural Style of Historic Havana

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The cement tile collection is also available in any of Villa Lagoon Tile’s 85 standard colors. Villa Lagoon Tile’s Cuban Collection is inspired by a trip to Cuba that I took with my product designer to explore and document the rich heritage of cement tiles in the architecture,” said Lundy Wilder, founder, Villa Lagoon Tile.

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Hispaniola Relief Cement Tiles Offer Island-Like Feel

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Additionally, the tiles are available with a standard smooth surface or an optional waxed finish that provides a satin sheen. Desination: Cuba. "I Closed off for many decades, Cuba offers a rare glimpse at vintage 1950s architectural and design elements, including cement and encaustic tile colors and patterns.

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Avente Tile Talk: Cement Tile Designs That Impress!

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Cement tiles are often called Cuban tiles because of their ubiquitous use in both residential and commercial applications on the island of Cuba when it was a tropical playground. design standards. Cuban tiles patterns are generally more elaborate and often use bold, strong colors. backsplash designs. bathrom blogfest 2010. cement tile.

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Avente Tile Talk: Spring into Summer with our Cement Tile Ideas

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Cement tiles are used all over the world in countries such as Cuba, France, Spain, Portugal and more. design standards. Additionally, we invite you to explore the world of cement tile via our Pinterest boards Cement tile floors/walls , and Cement Tile Rugs. Our Pinterest board featuring Cement Tile: Floors, Walls. backsplash designs.

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Avente Tile Talk: Thanks to the Tile Heritage Foundation

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Shortly after I started Avente Tile, I remember Jorge Aguayo, of Aguayo Tile explaining that he had discovered many floors in disrepair while visiting Cuba. design standards. Its pretty amazing what tile can convey! His goal was to preserve these amazing tile tapestries of pattern and color found in Cuban tile. backsplash designs.

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