November, 2017

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Going Above & Beyond: Backsplash Tile That Wows

Architectural Ceramics

Thanksgiving. We all know a lot of effort goes into making a meal that typically features turkey. We all spend a lot of time in the kitchen cooking in front of our backsplash. While subway tile is a popular option and has it’s place, we’re here to challenge the norm. For those of you nonconformists roasting a large chicken instead of a turkey this year, this blog is for you.

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How to Clean and Maintain Cement Tiles

Granada Tile

Cement tiles are one of the most popular materials on the market today. They wow with their many beautiful patterns and colors, and impress with their nearly unmatched durability and longevity. From floors to walls, cement tiles come with many benefits that outlast both ceramic tiles and hardwood floors. While cement tiles have been proven to last many, many years, they still require the regular cleaning and occasional tile-specific maintenance to remain strong and beautiful.

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Made Piece by Piece: The Terrazzo Look Weighs In

Tile of Spain USA

The terrazzo look, or stracciatella look – from the Italian word ‘stracciato’ – is a revamped trend being showcased in design shows and trade fairs all over the world. Traditional terrazzo is made up of stone chips that were set in concrete and polished to create a smooth surface. The technique dates back to the mid-15 th century where it was first used In Venice as a way to re-purpose left over pieces of marble from past installations.

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November Featured Tiles: Panache & Temple

The London Tile Co.

Another new month is here and with it brings comfort food, fireworks and fairy lights. Many of us will be hosting family and friends over the festive period and want our homes to look their best – particularly kitchens for those preparing a feast of food. Updating your splashback with new tiles is a great way to give your kitchen a quick refresh and now is the perfect time do so.

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Turnkey Tile Installation Business for Sale - Classified Ad

Tile Excellence

Turnkey Tile Installation Business for Sale - Classified Ad I AM ALSO LOOKING FOR RELIABLE, HONEST AND HIGHLY QUALIFIED TILE INSTALLERS FOR REFERRALS FOR CUSTOMERS CURRENTLY ON TILE EXCELLENCE'S WAITING LIST. TEMPORARY UNTIL TILE EXCELLENCE IS SOLD. SEND ME CONTACT INFORMATION AND ANY PERTINENT INFORMATION. PLEASE PASS THIS ALONG. Diana Smith diana@tileexcellence.

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CERSAIE 2017: Trends to Look for in 2018

As The Tile Turns

Every year, CERSAIE sets the tone for the hottest trends in the tile industry. The annual event is the tile equivalent of New York Fashion Week ; it highlights new concepts bound to take over next season.

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A Growing Trend: Matte Black Tile is Back

Architectural Ceramics

In the month of November, we’re thankful for Thanksgiving feasts, Black Friday sales, and the ‘Movember’ trend where men grow a mustache to bring awareness to men’s health. In case shopping at midnight or facial hair aren’t your thing, there’s another trend that’s growing attention: matte black tile. At Architectural Ceramics, we’re excited for this sophisticated tile trend.

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Standing Out in the World of Tile Design with David Carson

Tile of Spain USA

At Cevisama 2017, graphic design guru and world renown surfer David Carson took the stage to discuss his collaboration with Cas Ceramica and his introduction into the world of ceramics. Carson’s talk entitled “Designing Spaces with Emotions” took place at CEVISAMALab’s architecture and design forum in front of over 400 eager audience members.

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How to Measure Your Room for Tiles

The London Tile Co.

Thinking of giving your kitchen or bathroom a refresh? Planning on revamping your hallway floors? Whichever room in your home you are buying tiles for, it’s important to measure properly so you get the right amount of tiles. It can be confusing working out the correct measurements so we’ve put together some tips to help you breeze through it.

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Picking Flooring for Your Home: Make the Right Choice Every Time with our Step-by-Step Guide

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Flooring is one of the most important design decisions you can make. Image: ADM Flooring Design There’s no getting around it: Picking flooring for your home is a big decision. Between the cost of the materials, the time spent on installation and a continued need for maintenance, it’s easy to see why many homeowners are desperate to be certain they’re making the right choice before taking the plunge.

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Allison Eden Studios: Custom glass mosaics handcrafted in NYC

As The Tile Turns

Allison Eden Studios is one of the country’s leading glass tile suppliers for commercial and residential interior decor. Based in Brooklyn, their in-house design team has over 40 years of collective experience and creates unique tile patterns and artwork for a wide range of projects.

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Unique Bedroom Flooring Idea: Stone Tiles

Conestoga Tile Blog

If you’re tired of the same old look in your bedroom and want to try something that will get attention, consider stone tile for your bedroom floors. Tile is a material you can feel comfortable with on your kitchen floor or backsplash, but it can just as easily ramp up the style in your sleeping area. With the right touches added to the room, you will have a space that is both warm and comfortable.

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8 Reasons Why You Should Invest in Cement Tiles

Granada Tile

Cement tiles are many things, but the one thing they’re not is overrated. If you think cement tiles are only popular now because of their beautiful designs and celebrity designer praise, think again. There are many reasons why cement tiles are such great products for a variety of places and come with many advantages. Granada Tile manufactures some of the highest quality cement tiles on the market and we’re here to teach you more about why we love them so much.

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New Wave of Interior Trends inspired by Spanish Tile

Tile of Spain USA

This is part 2 of a two-part series. To view part one of Tile Trends from Cersaie 2017 click here. Over 90 Tile of Spain companies showcased their latest ceramic tile innovations and collections at Cersaie 2017 this year in Bologna, Italy. In this second part, we will uncover the various design styles of interior rooms that can be created from Spanish ceramic tile.

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Gorgeous Grey Bathroom Featuring Scone Patterned Tiles

The London Tile Co.

We are completely in love with this bathroom – from the modern grey tiles to the pops of mustard yellow, it’s cool and modern but totally functional. Blogger Jasmin, the brains behind hit blog Brick Dust Baby , is chronicling the journey she and her young family are taking by completely renovating their Victorian house in Hove, Brighton.

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Splurging vs. Saving: Where It’s Worth Investing in Interior Design

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

We hope you like the products we recommend. Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. Interior design is much more affordable when you know where to splurge and where to save. Image: RisherMartin Fine Homes Shop a similar look: Lamp | Serving Bowl | Wall Art One of the complaints we hear most often against interior design is that it costs too much — and when you look at some of the price tags out there, it’s not hard to see why.

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AlysEdwards at Rubble Tile: Tongue in Chic Ceramic Tile Collection

Rubble Tile

AlysEdwards, an innovative and trusted Rubble Tile vendor, never fails to disappoint with their stylish, high quality tile collections, as well as with their penchant for humor. Their ceramic collection, Tongue in Chic, is no exception. These glossy ceramic tiles are available as 2.5″x10.5″ field tiles in twelve different colors, each of which contains a play […].

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Hex Appeal: GIO Looks at Six-Sided Tile Style

Giotile

Geometric shapes in interior design are a hot trend, and it’s no stretch to proclaim that the six sided honeycomb-like hexagon has become the queen bee of all shapes, especially when it comes to ceramic tile. There’s something about the hex shape that designers love. In fact, there’s something about hexagons that most everybody loves.

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Unexpected Places to Use Cement Tiles

Granada Tile

It’s no secret how popular cement tiles have become in the past few years. It seems everyone from top celebrity stylists to DIY bloggers have realized the many benefits and ways to use cement tiles for top-notch personal style. Just about everyone who knows cement tiles knows that they are often used for kitchen backsplashes, interesting floors, and spa-like bathrooms.

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New Product: Sant’Agostino Shadebox

United Tile's Blog

SHADEBOX is a stunning collection of three separate series that all work impeccably together to create one style. SHADELINES is a porcelain body with irregular lines on the surface, creating a wavy and three-dimensional motion. This provides a relief resin effect. This is offered in a 12×24 size in five colors. SHADEWOOD is a porcelain wood look with a metropolitan flavor, resulting in refined and essential beauty.

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7 Home Improvement Tips For Every Homeowner

Kitchen and Residential Design

Big projects or small, home improvement is a challenging, costly, and time-consuming task. Whether you are hiring someone to help you out or doing it yourself, there are many things that have to be considered. Here are seven tips for every homeowner who has caught the home improvement bug. Begin with a realistic plan Perhaps you got excited after watching home improvement shows and suddenly want to change everything.

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Decorating with Mustard Yellow for a Mid-century Holiday Season

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

We hope you like the products we recommend. Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. Want to add an unexpected color to your modern decor? Decorating with mustard yellow may be the answer. The warm, golden tone is a perfect addition to your everyday neutrals like whites, tans and greys. Also known as golden yellow, saffron and maize, the warm, rich hue of yellow adds a fresh pop to your home, especially during the holidays.

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Twin Cities Tile Spotlight on Ragno Realstone Jerusalem

Rubble Tile

ASID MN Showcase Home Tour It’s hard to believe that November is here, and winter is just around the corner. Luckily, there is still time to visit the ASID MN Showcase Home Tour before it ends on November 12th. Rubble Tile is proud to be the tile sponsor for this must-see design event of the […]. The post Twin Cities Tile Spotlight on Ragno Realstone Jerusalem appeared first on Rubble Tile : Minneapolis Tile Shop and Showroom.

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Bathroom Remodeling

Conestoga Tile Blog

Photo Credit: Dougherty Home Improvements, Camp Hill, PA. Whether you have kids or guests, your full bath may be used regularly. There are some major things to keep in mind while remodeling a full bathroom. Here are some things to think about during your full bathroom’s remodel: The Tub vs. Shower Debate. You may have your heart set on one or the other, but experts recommend having at least one bathtub in your home.

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All About the Craftsmanship of Cement Tiles

Granada Tile

Cement tiles aren’t just popular because of the stunning designs available, they’re also one of the most durable types of tile on the market. In fact, there are many examples of 100-year-old cement tile installations that still look great today. So what is it that makes cement tiles so hardwearing? Historic Techniques Brought To Life With Quality Craftsmanship.

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Atlas Concorde Marvel Stone and Room

ISC Surfaces

Marvel Stone - Cream Prestige & Nero Marquina Marvel Stone creates harmony with a beautiful mix of marble and stone look tiles. This line offers a realistic visual of marble veining and tonalities along with luxurious contemporary design. With multiple sizes and finishes, and coordinating wall tile, Marvel Stone makes a great visual impact. (Not all colors are available in all sizes and finishes.

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ARDEX Introduces UI 720™ FLEXBONE® Floating Uncoupling Membrane in Convenient Sheets

The Pulse: Ardex Americas

Aliquippa, PA (November 7, 2017) – ARDEX Americas is pleased to announce that ARDEX UI 720™ FLEXBONE® Floating Uncoupling Membrane is now available in convenient sheets for purchase at ARDEX distributors throughout North America. A revolutionary unbonded, floating uncoupling membrane for true 100% uncoupling, the ARDEX UI 720 FLEXBONE sheets are designed for installer convenience on smaller jobs.

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Decorating With Color: Shop Plum and Wine Decorating Ideas for a Cozy Nest

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

We hope you like the products we recommend. Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. The latest rich hues of plums, wines and berries are a vibrant way to warm up your neutral space for the holidays. Image: Whiteline Designs Shop a similar look: Throw Pillows | Rug Plum or wine has many names — aubergine, currant, merlot, deep cranberry, burgundy, eggplant, berry and plum spice.

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Unique Bedroom Flooring Idea: Stone Tiles

Conestoga Tile

If you’re tired of the same old look in your bedroom and want to try something that will get attention, consider stone tile for your bedroom floors. Tile is a material you can feel comfortable with on your kitchen floor or backsplash, but it can just as easily ramp up the style in your sleeping area. With the right touches added to the room, you will have a space that is both warm and comfortable.

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Why Choose an Open Floor Plan

Conestoga Tile Blog

Cotto D’Este Evolution color Bluestone, Conestoga Tile. While creating your new home’s floor plan, you come across the idea of having an open floor plan for your kitchen and living room. Having an open floor plan has its advantages and disadvantages. We believe that the advantages of an open floor plan can definitely outweigh the disadvantages. To help you decide on whether or not an open floor plan is for you, we have created five reasons why you should choose one.

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Granada Tile’s Badajoz Cement Tile Makes This Kitchen A Classic

Granada Tile

Badajoz Cement Tile Grounds A Stunning Classic Kitchen Design. For this kitchen remodel, in a Portland, Oregon condominium, interior designer Jessica Helgerson, project manager Em Shephard and the rest of the team at Jessica Helgerson Interior Design conceived of a bold, graphic space. Industrial, traditional and antique elements are grounded by floor tile design of Granada Tile’s stunning Badajoz cement tile in slate and white.

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American Olean's Newest Stone Looks - Merit & Vellagio

ISC Surfaces

Merit Brown 12x24 Merit Light Gray 12x24 Merit is a contemporary stone look designed for open environments. Use it to create a continuous look inside and out, with large format tiles, neutral colors, and realistic veining and variation. Glazed Porcelain Field Tile: 18x18, 12x24 Colors: Brown, Cool Beige, Dark Gray, Light Gray Shade Variation: V3 Moderate Variation Trims & Accents: 2x2 Mosaic, 3x12 Bullnose Other Features: StepWise, Made in the USA, Pre-Consumer Recycled Materials Vellagio Be

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2018 Coverings Tile/Stone Awards Open

Stone Update

Entries for exemplary installation and design accepted online until Jan. 15.

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A Look at Our Favorite Furniture: Rugs

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

We hope you like the products we recommend. Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. When it comes to making a room feel more like home, all you have to do is look down. A simple but significant update to any room can be as easy as rolling out a new rug. Benefits to adding a little more coverage to your floor range from vanity to utility.

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12 Country Chic Ideas for Your Fireplace

Trendir Magazine

With numerous different holidays quickly approaching upon us it may be time to re-decorate your living room and give it a warm festive feel. One living room item that will always remain a classic staple in any home is a fireplace. Having a fireplace is always a plus for a living room space not only because it adds a warm, cozy feel that is also elegant, but because it offers an excellent additional decorating space.

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Unique Bedroom Flooring Idea: Stone Tiles

Conestoga Tile Blog

If you’re tired of the same old look in your bedroom and want to try something that will get attention, consider stone tile for your bedroom floors. Tile is a material you can feel comfortable with on your kitchen floor or backsplash, but it can just as easily ramp up the style in your sleeping area. With the right touches added to the room, you will have a space that is both warm and comfortable.

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Masonry Masterpiece

KB Culture

I see more than a little bit of Sol LeWitt in the bold, precise lines that course through this bath by Jean-Louis Deniot. But that's not paint on the walls or floor—it's stone. [Beige French limestone and grey Cascais limestone, to be specific.] The cabinet doors continue the pattern; are they mirrored or painted? I'll never tell—to do so would dilute the mystery of the space. deniot.com.

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