July, 2018

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Summer Blockbusters: New AC Tile Collections

Architectural Ceramics

Lights, camera, action! Just like movies released this time of year hope to be the blockbuster hit of the summer, Architectural Ceramics recently launched a few new tile collections that we hope will be a hit among clients like you. From drama and romance, to action and comedy, the movie industry and AC have something for everyone. Check out our main features, along with a sneak peak at other collections coming to an Architectural Ceramics showroom near you: Adele.

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Call for Entries: Tile of Spain Awards 2018

Tile of Spain USA

The Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers’ Association (ASCER) announces the call for entry for the annual Tile of Spain Awards of Architecture and Interior Design. Sponsored by Weber-Saint Gobain, the Port Authority of Valencia, Bankinter and CESCE, the Tile of Spain Awards are intended to promote the use of Spanish ceramic tiles in architecture and interior design projects worldwide.

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Arizona Tile: Live Seamlessly: Arizona Tile’s new R11 Anti-Slip Finish

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

CTDA Wants You To Know. CTDA Home | Contact Us. © 2018 Ceramic Tile Distributors Association. All Rights Reserved. 800 Roosevelt Rd., Bldg C-312, Glen Ellyn, Illinois 60137 P: 630.545.9415 F: 630.790.3095.

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July Featured Tiles: Priory Patterned & Calacatta Marble Effect

The London Tile Co.

Between the glorious weather, various sporting events on the TV and the lure of BBQ’s & pub gardens, we’re pretty sure you’re not thinking about new tiles right now. But this could be the perfect time to think about giving your kitchen or bathroom a makeover. Just think – you could return from holiday to a bright new bathroom, or make the most of the sunshine and cook alfresco while your new kitchen tiles are being installed.

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A New Take on Rustic: Refining a Classic Tile

As The Tile Turns

From international exhibitions to client demands from our Aspen tile showroom, it's clear that rustic is on the rise. We see it in furniture, decor, and even on the runway. But rustic in 2018 doesn't look exactly like the log cabin stereotype you might initially picture. In keeping with the current 'less is more' mantra, today's take on rustic is slightly refined.

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20 of the Coolest Outdoor Fireplaces

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

A fireplace usually conjures up images of sitting on the hearth indoors, sipping a warm drink. However, thanks to modern ingenuity, outdoor fireplaces are just as popular as their indoor counterparts. Now on those cooler nights, you don’t have to leave your patio to enjoy a traditional fireplace. Outdoor fireplaces tend to be constructed from three main materials: stone, brick and plaster.

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Summer Blockbusters: New AC Tile Collections

Architectural Ceramics

Lights, camera, action! Just like movies released this time of year hope to be the blockbuster hit of the summer, Architectural Ceramics recently launched a few new tile collections that we hope will be a hit among clients like you. From drama and romance, to action and comedy, the movie industry and AC have something for everyone. Check out our main features, along with a sneak peak at other collections coming to an Architectural Ceramics showroom near you: Adele.

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Visalia Ceramic Tile Installs Luxe Cottage at Coverings18

Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

Another Five Star Contractor company returned to the Installation Design Showcase at Coverings 2018: Visalia Ceramic Tile, Inc. The company collaborated with Brittney Ferren of The Johnson Studio at Cooper Carry to complete the Luxe Cottage using tile products from Ceramics of Italy. We caught up with Sam Bruce to get the low down on the 2018 installation.

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Kitchen Transformation: Modern Grey & White Kitchen

The London Tile Co.

There’s nothing we love more than seeing pictures that show how our tiles have transformed a space. From luxurious new builds to modernised kitchens, it’s amazing the difference that new tiles can make. When we saw the before and after pictures of this kitchen we couldn’t wait to share the results. The homeowners were looking to increase counter and cupboard space in their small kitchen and tasked Manor Kitchens & Interiors with coming up with a new layout that would meet

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Thick Porcelain Tile: The Perfect Solution for Your Patio

As The Tile Turns

The good life awaits on your patio. Increasingly viewed as a livable space, a carefully designed patio allows you to embrace the natural world while remaining comfortable.

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‘Charlie’s Angels’ Actress Lucy Liu Is Selling Her Los Angeles Zen Craftsman House

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

You know her from the “Charlie’s Angels” movies and the TV show “Elementary.” Actress Lucy Liu has listed her Craftsman home in Fryman Canyon, Studio City, California. She’s owned it for 16 years: a lifetime in Los Angeles. We understand why she’s kept it so long — it’s central to the movie studios, yet it’s located in a private country setting.

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Grey Bathroom Trends That Are A Must-See

Trendir Magazine

Grey bathrooms are having a big moment this year. The color itself has become a huge trend due to its versatility, so much so that it is now taking a front row seat when it comes to bathroom décor. Here are grey bathroom trends that are a must-see for modern inspiration. Concrete Walls Why keep the fun indoors when you can take it directly outside with an outdoor shower.

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Tile of Spain Quick Ship Collection Expands for the 2018 Year to Include 61 Spanish Tile Companies

Tile of Spain USA

Miami, FL June 2018 – Tile of Spain, the international brand representing over 120 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturer’s Association (ASCER), announces new additions to the Tile of Spain Quick Ship Collection. The updated catalog of Spanish tile now includes 61 ceramic tile companies and over 230 products that are available in the U.S.

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Free Online Prep Course for Becoming a Certified Tile Installer

Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

If you're wondering what it takes to become a Certified Tile Installer (CTI), you've come to the right place. We have just completed an eight-video online prep course that illustrates tile installation best practices that are expected of Qualified Labor.

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Current Tile Trends

United Tile's Blog

It’s no secret that tile is starting to take center stage in design. If you look at Houzz, Pinterest, and Instagram, you know what we’re talking about! From decorative patterns to interesting shapes and textures, tile is being used to make a statement of art and beauty rather than pure function. With advancing technology there are more options than ever before, which means it might be time to re-think that plain white subway tile.

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Cement Tile: Not Just for the Floor Anymore!

Cement Style

We at Villa Lagoon Tile are all aflutter about the current issue of HGTV Magazine. In this July/August 2018 edition, you will be sure to spot the hippest little mid-century pad that just so happens to rock our cement tile! Owners Dave and Brennen together with the online design company Laurel & Wolf reimagined their condo right into the 21st century.

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Here Are 6 Surprising Home Improvements That Will Get You the Most Bang for Your Buck When You Sell

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Zillow, the website that values home properties according to local area sales, just released a report on how to add value before selling your home. Their research team looked at the 100 most common terms found in home listings from the last couple of years to identify the trends of what people are looking for in a new home. They looked deeper to find which of these wish list items return the most money for the investment.

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Refreshing Ideas For An Outdoor Shower

Trendir Magazine

There is nothing quite as relaxing and luxurious as an outdoor shower. Whether you decide to install a minimalist piece, or you go all out, an outdoor shower could be the refreshing touch your outdoor space needs for the warm summer months. The following outdoor shower ideas will bring an invigorating touch right where you need it. Spring Oasis Adding natural elements around will add to the “oasis” feel of the space.

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What Ceramic Manufacturers Need to Know about Dryout of Refractory Castables for Kilns and Furnaces

Ceramic Industry Magazine

The proper installation of refractory castables includes mixing, placing, curing and drying. Improper amounts of water used when mixing or poor densification during placement can lead to higher porosity, lower density, and reduced strengths. Improper curing can result in the formation of undesirable hydrate phases of the cement.

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Why are Homeowners Choosing Porcelain Wood Look Tile?

Conestoga Tile Blog

Porcelain wood look tile like Mediterranea’s Boardwalk collection (above) are execellent flooring options style and durability are required. Hardwood floors have become a staple in homes across the country. With their alluring beauty and timeless nature, it is hard not to love them. But with everything that hardwood floors has to offer, you may be curious to know why homeowners are shifting gears towards porcelain wood tile.

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Coverings 2018 Welcomes DW Sanders to Installation Design Showcase

Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

The Coverings 2018 t iny house version of the Installation Design Showcase featured a new installation team from DW Sanders Tile & Stone Contracting which collaborated with Jeffrey Bruce Baker Designs on the Smart Modern Living tiny house. Owner Woody Sanders is not only himself a Certified Tile Installer (#1295) and his company an NTCA Five Star Contractor , but he is also a CTEF Regional Evaluator.

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Doha Diapason

Diary of a Tile Addict

The Mondrian Doha by SWA featuring tiles by FMG Fabbrica Marmi e Graniti. The Mondrian Doha, a 24-storey skyscraper containing apartments and a luxury hotel with 270 rooms and suites, has opened its doors. Six years of work by SWA , South West Architecture, went into this complex structure with its design inspired by the falcon, a great tradition in the Persian Gulf, featuring amazing ceramic decorations by?

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Which Architectural Style Is Right for You?

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Planning to build a home may leave you equal parts excited and overwhelmed. Building means making hundreds of choices on the way to your move-in date. The first, of course, is the type of home you’ll build. Architectural style is almost as unique as the families that live within the home, so it’s a deeply personal decision. Good design is the combination of two factors: aesthetics and function.

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JOINT VENTURE SIGNED, LAMINAM CHINA IS BORN

Ceramics of Italy

Laminam focuses on China. Signed joint venture and acquisition of strategic projects. On June 6, 2018, the Italian company global leader in the production of large-format ceramic slabs for architecture, interiors and furniture, has signed a joint venture with the Chinese entrepreneurs Mr. James Huang and Mrs. Ge Fei, owners of the company Fhr Resources, leaders in China by 20 years in the construction field and import/distribution of marble and natural stone.

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American Olean shows designers, photographers benefits of digital printing

Floor Covering News

Dallas—American Olean (AO) recently partnered with its distributor Gulf Tile & Cabinetry to teach a group of Florida designers and photographers what ceramic tile can do from an artistic and design.

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Introducing Waterworks Cabinetry

The Perfect Bath

I know that many of you anticipate our Waterworks catalogs, and we are extraordinarily proud of our newest one featuring Waterworks cabinetry. A bit of a look back: We have, for 40 years, sold kitchen sinks and faucets, kitchen tile and other surfaces. However, just four years ago, we added other categories to complete the kitchen experience. This included an expanded assortment of hardware and lighting, plus more sinks and even more kitchen faucets.

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Coverings Luxe Cottage Accentuates Details with Tile

Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

What makes the Coverings Installation Design Showcase (IDS) stand out is how it pairs installation expertise with design brilliance. Especially when it comes to combining tile with a tiny house which needs to not only function, but also bring to life a specific design concept. When it comes to the Luxe Cottage of Coverings 2018, Brittney Ferren from The Johnson Studio at Cooper Carry conceived the design.

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Dawning Diversification

Diary of a Tile Addict

Hyper Dec Street from the Wide range by Flaviker. This is the time of year when tile manufacturers start to inform Tile Addict of their plans for Cersaie 2018. While the world’s premier tile exhibition is some some three months away, the widespread European August shutdown, and the in-depth planning required to design a eye-turning stand, means that marketing and design departments in Sassuolo, Castellon, and beyond are currently beavering away getting their new designs and sales pitches

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20 Creative Ways to Use Natural Textures in a Home

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

If you love the outdoors, it’s understandable to want to incorporate nature into your living space. When it comes to bringing natural textures into the home, you can go as drastic or as simple as you want. If you’re looking for bold statements and design elements that make you feel like you’re practically outside, take a look at these creative ideas for surrounding yourself in nature.

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Stylish Kitchen Countertop Ideas That Are Here To Stay

Trendir Magazine

A countertop in a kitchen tends to be like a statement necklace for an outfit- it completes the look in a stylish yet subtle manner. Many times, countertops get overlooked when designing the kitchen space due to many owners not having the knowledge that there are numerous different options to choose from. The following stylish kitchen countertop ideas will inspire your next renovation.

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Ceramic: Positive factors fuel eight-year winning streak

Floor Covering News

June 26-July 2, 2018: Volume 34, Issue 1 By Ken Ryan The U.S. ceramic tile industry registered its eighth consecutive year of growth in 2017, buoyed largely by.

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SeaCon Event

United Tile's Blog

We recently shared an evening with local designers in our Seattle showroom celebrating the latest product launches from this year’s Neocon expo! Our own Lisa Anderson partnered with Juliet Schwalbach with Miliken, Stephanie Deshaies with Architex, Jillian Hirstein & Dru Jordan with Allsteel, and Lara Yelken with Resource Northwest. There was a delicious food truck, Burger Planet, and live music!

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The First Ever CTI Challenge - Coverings 2018

Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

Did you have a chance to witness the first ever CTI Challenge ? It took place during Coverings 2018 in the Installation Experience space, pitting two intensely passionate Certified Tile Installer teams to complete an ambitious installation over three days. The installation had to meet tile industry standards and guidelines. Here's a recap.

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Marca Corona’s Bold Brio

Diary of a Tile Addict

Bold, sage line and circle, by Marca Corona. One of Marca Corona ‘s latest creations, the aptly-named Bold boasts retro colours and effective 3D surfaces. With its 70’s inspired palette of, soft glazes, and linear and circle patterns, Bold offers designers the ultimate cutting-edge look for contemporary residential and commercial projects.

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25 Refreshing Outdoor Shower Ideas For An Easy, Breezy Summer

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. Have you ever had a shower outside on a sunny, warm day? It’s a great way to refresh yourself when it’s hot. Plus, if you live near the beach, an outdoor shower makes it easy to rinse the sand off before going indoors.

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Chic Small Laundry Room Ideas You Need To See

Trendir Magazine

Many may say the kitchen and the bathroom are the most used spaces in a home, however, in all actuality, the laundry room will get the most use. If you are lucky enough to already have one in your home, it may be time to get it a quick makeover to bring your space back to life will make it feel bigger. Here are a few chic small laundry room ideas that will inspire you.

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GIO Looks At What’s Trending in Wall Tile for Commercial Interiors

Giotile

Bold wall treatments are a growing trend for commercial interiors, and for good reason. Walls offer an ample background for decorative elements that can make a statement and instantly change the vibe of a space. Good design tells a story, and walls in commercial spaces are often the perfect place to do just that.

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