Tile of Spain USA

MAY 8, 2020

As we continue to spend more time in our homes, many of us are taking the opportunity to work on home improvement projects that have been left undone. Whether you are undertaking a major remodel, or updating old floors, or simply changing the backsplash in your kitchen, every detail matters. From the finishes you select to the color scheme of the room, each design element should enhance the functionality, wellness and look of your space.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 11, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. With the stresses of academic work, the excitement of school sports, and the even the pressure to get involved, there are few occasions that invoke celebratory sentiments stronger than graduations. As we celebrate the Class of 2020’s special day, we must remember the highs and the lows from this scholastic journey, and utilize the valuable lessons we’ve learned along the way as this new chapter in the Book of Life begins.

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JG Kitchens

MAY 27, 2020

How are you holding up? It’s been a couple of months since so many aspects of our lives changed so suddenly and dramatically. Millions of Americans are working from home now, exercising at home, homeschooling their kids, and doing much more cooking and cleaning than they have in years. Does this sound like your life? Minus the homeschooling, it’s pretty much been my reality since mid-March.

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As The Tile Turns

MAY 7, 2020

There's a lot to love about contemporary design. For years, people have gravitated towards the modern look of clean lines, neutral colors, and open space. The appeal of this aesthetic is understandable, but it can feel a bit sterile if done to excess. Hence, the recent return of rustic, which can instantly infuse any space with a sense of character.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 27, 2020

Choosing the most suitable bathroom flooring can be daunting. You want your bathroom flooring to complement the rest of the home yet still withstand high moisture levels, humidity and heavy foot traffic. The sheer number of bathroom floor designs, colors, textures and material types further complicate the process. To help cut through the clutter, we’ve narrowed down the best flooring for bathroom areas as well as the pros and cons of each.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MAY 13, 2020

Porpora Cadi from the I-Sense range by Vallelunga & Co. Vallelunga & Co’s tile collections combine culture, innovation, and creativity. The company has a deserved reputation for offering unique pieces for home decoration, with varying finishes, and a wide range of sizes and decors for every type of environment. The company’s ranges stem from careful aesthetic research that embraces various styles, from classical to contemporary, and that satisfy every trend in interior design.

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Tile of Spain USA

MAY 28, 2020

Tile of Spain, the International ceramic tile brand representing over 120 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers’ Association (ASCER) is proud to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website, www.TileofSpainUSA.com. Designed with a user-friendly experience in mind the new site includes dynamic features, improved functionality, and more easily accessible information from Tile of Spain manufacturers, allowing visitors to delve into the world of Spanis

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Trendir Magazine

MAY 15, 2020

China’s massive Fuzhou Strait Culture and Art Center is one of the most stunning modern examples of the beauty and practical applications of architectural terracotta. Designed by PES-Architects and completed in 2018, the sparkling white center was inspired by something as simple as a jasmine flower. ©LopoChina The center is located on the Minjiang River, and it overlooks the Mahangzhou island nature reserve.

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Garden State Tile Blog

MAY 26, 2020

Ceramic tile encompasses thousands of years of history and extends to nearly every culture in the world. Its beauty and durability can be seen in our greatest historical buildings and most treasured cities, with some of the civilization’s earliest tile constructions still standing today. But you don’t need to travel overseas to bring the worldly charm of tile into your home or business.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 28, 2020

Miami, Fla.—Tile of Spain has launched a newly redesigned website , designed with a user-friendly experience in mind. The new site includes dynamic features, improved functionality and more easily accessible information from Tile of Spain manufacturers, with access from any device. “We are thrilled to unveil our new comprehensive website that will serve as an informative portal to architects, designers, homeowners, contractors and journalists seeking to gain a deeper understanding of Spani

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Kitchen and Residential Design

MAY 22, 2020

Photo by Tneil Abt on Unsplash It is no secret about the potential danger that could be lurking in your home. Asbestos is, luckily, no longer used in construction. However, many people wrongly assume that when those regulations changed, they no longer had to worry about asbestos. Unfortunately, there are many homes that still have asbestos. Knowing the dangers of asbestos, often leads to the question - do I need an asbestos testing kit ?

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Tile of Spain USA

MAY 21, 2020

Sitting above a quiet residential neighborhood, at the top of a leafy hill on in Guadalupe, Spain is a remarkably designed home built by Architect, Manuel Clavel. The stunning “4-in-1 House” offers its homeowners with a one-of-a-kind perspective from an architectural standpoint. With a thoughtfully designed interior considering every detail, Clavel awakens the senses in every corner of the home, inside and out.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 25, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. As we approach June, its hard not to reflect on the artistic excitement that usually follows suit. It’s a time that is typically marked by our favorite musicians touring, the beginning of outdoor concert season, and annual Jazz festivals that occupy many of the world’s most popular cities. Though we will miss out on the musical fun this year, it’s a great opportunity to pick up an instrument and start honing your own skills.

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Giotile

MAY 19, 2020

In normal times, spring is the season for major trade shows that introduce to the design world the latest and greatest in flooring and surfacing solutions. These are certainly not normal times, but that hasn’t prevented us from finding new and exciting tile collections for your commercial designs. Trade shows have gone virtual, digital presentations … The post A Look at GIO’s Latest and Greatest!

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MAY 7, 2020

Regalo is a collection with a concentration on composition. Designed by Lombardini 22 brand FUD for Appiani , these skinny format tiles take on texture and desaturated tones to create an enormously versatile ceramic collection. The Regolo range is comprised of nine master shades (Panno, Lunaria, Ardesia, Ossido, Ceruleo, Cipria, Mattone, Tanè, and Tobacco) which mix neutrals with warm and cool toned colours.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 29, 2020

Fairfield, Iowa—Creative Edge, Creative Edge, a leader in the use of water jet technology to fabricate architectural surfaces including natural stone, ceramic and porcelain tile, vinyl and more, has launched Safe Distance Flooring to help businesses keep employees and customers safe while navigating the re-opening process. According to the company, Safe Distance Flooring gives businesses a simple-to-install, semi-permanent way to encourage safe distancing behaviors by customers and workers while

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Kitchen and Residential Design

MAY 21, 2020

Photo by Tneil Abt on Unsplash It is no secret about the potential danger that could be lurking in your home. Asbestos is, luckily, no longer used in construction. However, many people wrongly assume that when those regulations changed, they no longer had to worry about asbestos. Unfortunately, there are many homes that still have asbestos. Knowing the dangers of asbestos, often leads to the question - do I need an asbestos testing kit ?

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

MAY 26, 2020

If you think that warped tile isn't acceptable, we're here to help you understand what is and what isn't acceptable. You see, there are two categories to consider: inherent (actual) warpage and excessive warpage. Actual warpage is a function of the tile manufacturing process. It's something qualified tile installers and Certified Tile Installers take into consideration.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 27, 2020

Week of May 25, 2020. As many artists and musicians have had to cancel their live shows for the foreseeable future, the summer concert scene will look a bit different this year. That’s no reason not to rock out on your own from the comfort of your own backyard. Have a listen to this week’s Playlist of the week for some for some music that’ll have you longing for summer concerts, while also putting you in a good mood!

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Garden State Tile Blog

MAY 28, 2020

New to Garden State Tile, the Ardosia Porcelain Collection features stunning graphics that are reminiscent of the elegance and simplicity of Brazilian slate, met with the durability of porcelain. This collection is perfect for covering floors and walls with surfaces inspired by the monochrome colors of Lavagna stone. The clouding, light effects and slight imperfections of the line lend a contemporary look to interior designs.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MAY 10, 2020

Ceramica Fioranese ‘s Sound of Marbles rethinks this classic material to celebrate nature and combine it with tradition and craftsmanship. Five distinctive marble-effect porcelain stoneware surfaces make up the collection – Beige Antico, Rosa Cipria, Nero Fondo, Verde Intenso, and Screziato Vivace. Sound of Marbles Rosa Cipria (300x300mm and 150x150mm) and Mosaico Weave Nero Fondo (300x300mm).

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Floor Covering News

MAY 19, 2020

By Ken Ryan. Stanton’s Enchanted. Over the past few years, carpet manufacturers have migrated to solution-dyed (SD) products in response to consumer demand for multiple colors and greater performance, whether it is stain and soil resistance or protection against fading. Superior performance attributes combined with enhanced twisting technology has positioned SD fibers to dominate the market, say some carpet executives.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

MAY 22, 2020

Now that most people have been spending a lot more time at home due to COVID-19 , there are probably a few things you’ve noticed in your house that you’d love to improve. Life is usually such a whirlwind, so it’s easy to let inconveniences go unnoticed—especially if it’s how you’ve done it for years and years. If you haven’t really touched anything in your home since the early 2000s, you’re missing out on some incredible technology that would not only make your home look incredible, but make you

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

MAY 19, 2020

When you cut tile for an installation project, how much do you think about time management? If you're a professional, chances are that you constantly think about how to manage your time. After all, your time is money. How well you make use of that time affects how long it takes you to complete tile installations, the quality of your work, and how many client projects you can commit to.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 18, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Though the nationwide shelter in place mandates haven’t been easy on anyone, one major highlight has been seeing more people getting outside and exercising in safe ways. Some of the more common activities include seeing families on extended walks or runs, while other methods consist of garden workouts and DIY landscaping projects.

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Garden State Tile Blog

MAY 28, 2020

New to Garden State Tile, the Ardosia Porcelain Collection features stunning graphics that are reminiscent of the elegance and simplicity of Brazilian slate, met with the durability of porcelain. This collection is perfect for covering floors and walls with surfaces inspired by the monochrome colors of Lavagna stone. The clouding, light effects and slight imperfections of the line lend a contemporary look to interior designs.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MAY 4, 2020

Over the next two months we will be continuing with our covering of Coverings due to its cancellation, maintaining the flow of tile information going world-wide. Flaviker is the latest to join us, sharing their RE-TOUR collection that was set to be showcased at the New Orleans show. RE-TOUR Fog. As the name implies, RE-TOUR marks the return of the aesthetic of French rustic stones.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 17, 2020

Opus Floors Canada, in partnership with Portugal-based Corksribas, is rolling out its innovative Green Flow cork flooring collection to the North American market. The new line incorporates high-tech digital printing imaging and features a 100% solid core locking system. “Opus Floors is excited to share the flooring of future now,” said Vern Verkley, president of the company.

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The A to Z of Building

MAY 28, 2020

When most people think of ceramics, they might envision their favorite mug or a flowerpot. But modern technology is full of advanced ceramics, from silicon solar panels to ceramic superconductors and.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

MAY 12, 2020

Perhaps you're a homeowner who is unhappy with the results of a tile job. If so, are you aware of what options you have for dealing with your tile installation problems? Let's explore common sources of installation issues and what options you have for addressing those problems.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 13, 2020

Week of May 11, 2020. As summer draws closer, many of students are submitting their final assignments, saying goodbye to friends, and preparing for the summer holiday that awaits. Even with the challenges of 2020, it is an exciting time to reflect on all the hard work that has been accomplished over the school year, and an opportunity to plan for the future.

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Garden State Tile Blog

MAY 26, 2020

Ceramic tile encompasses thousands of years of history and extends to nearly every culture in the world. Its beauty and durability can be seen in our greatest historical buildings and most treasured cities, with some of the civilization’s earliest tile constructions still standing today. But you don’t need to travel overseas to bring the worldly charm of tile into your home or business.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MAY 3, 2020

Ceramiche Refin ‘s strong response during these times of uncertainty, with attempts at being “virtually nearer” to their customers, means they have been on the ball when it comes to digitally presenting what would otherwise have been their stand at this year’s Coverings. Thankfully Diary of a Tile Addict can also do a little to help, and we have opened up our site to known and trusted tile brands, providing one FREE post over April, May, and June.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 18, 2020

By Samuel Greenberg. One of my favorite words— balagan —has no real English equivalent. Loosely translated, it means “mess.” But really, there’s a lot more to it than that. A balagan is a disaster. It’s a total trainwreck. A balagan is your kitchen after Thanksgiving dinner. A balagan is an amateur trying to install broadloom carpet. A balagan is the final season of Game of Thrones.

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Giotile

MAY 19, 2020

In normal times, spring is the season for major trade shows that introduce to the design world the latest and greatest in flooring and surfacing solutions. These are certainly not normal times, but that hasn’t prevented us from finding new and exciting tile collections for your commercial designs. Trade shows have gone virtual, digital presentations … The post A Look at GIO’s Latest and Greatest!

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

MAY 5, 2020

How do you deal with expansion joints in an installation that is non-linear? You can't ignore them or you'll wind up with a nasty surprise. You can't necessarily change your tile layout so your movement joint is linear. So what can you do?

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 4, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. In the age of globalization, the exodus of music, art, and other cultural foundations flow across borders with ease. A thriving example of this is seen through the annual celebration of Mexico’s triumph over French forces in the 19th century Battle of Puebla, more commonly known as Cinco de Mayo. From the nearly 2 centuries that have followed, the traditional Mexican celebrations of parades and feasts have evolved internationally while maintaining their rich cultu

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