Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Once again the Surface Design Show – the Islington-based specification showcase – provided plenty of grist for Tile Addict’s mill. The event’s main USPs – strong interior design and architectural audience, convenient location, restricted stand space, and eclectic product mix – thankfully remain intact.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Once again the Surface Design Show – the Islington-based specification showcase – provided plenty of grist for Tile Addict’s mill. The event’s main USPs – strong interior design and architectural audience, convenient location, restricted stand space, and eclectic product mix – thankfully remain intact.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 13, 2023

Coverings’ three primary pavilions and sponsors of the show, Ceramics of Italy, Tile Council of North America (TCNA) and Tile of Spain, will feature a robust showcase of the newest and most innovative tile, stone and installation products. is produced in 8” x 8” porcelain tiles that are suitable for walls and floors with anti-slip properties.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 23, 2012

This past week I attended an event in Boston that was hosted by Tile of Spain which showed the advances that have been made in ceramic tile. Ryan Fasan - Tile and Stone specialist and Tile of Spain consultant speaking about the advances in the ceramic tile industry. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 16, 2013

Heres just a sampling of what I have on my not-to-be-missed agenda for this year’s event: Tile of Spain Pavilion: More than 40 ceramic and stone manufacturers from Spain will showcase some of their most advanced ceramic tile technology and breathtaking design choices. Crossvilles Virtue Porcelain Tile Collection.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 10, 2014

Last week we introduced our new Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool ! Then look through our Spanish tiles or browse our Ceramic Tile Design Ideas where you can find a large collection of projects showcasing our handmade and hand-painted Spanish tile. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas.

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Tile of Spain USA

OCTOBER 20, 2022

The annual event brings together architects, interior designers and tile producers to explore the latest innovations and trends in the ceramic sector. Spain is a regular participant at the show and this year was no exception with 69 Spanish companies presenting their latest ceramic offerings during the weeklong fair.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 24, 2014

backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hand painted tile. hearth tile design. low cost design. Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool.

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Tile Talk

MAY 14, 2013

The clay Arabesque tiles pictured above are from Aljafería Palace, a fortified medieval Islamic palace built during the 11th century in Zaragoza, Spain. Further adding to its inherit rustic appeal is the fact that our decorative, hand-painted Clay Arabesque Ceramic Tile is produced using a classic extruded red clay body. design ideas.

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Tile Talk

MAY 7, 2013

Porcelain tile that mimics polished stone from Fiandre Architectural Surfaces. Design Firm/Designers: Foreman Rogers, ASID, IIDA, tvsdesign, and Allison Isaacs, AIA tvsdesign. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

When the Moors conquered Spain in 711 A.D., they introduced various forms of art and artistic techniques, including a unique custom of painted ceramics, called Zillij. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hand painted tile.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 29, 2012

Various shapes and sizes of white and green ceramic tiles used throughout Teruel, Spain. Archconcept" from Tile of Spain manufacturer Apavisa. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hand painted tile. low cost design.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 19, 2013

The geometrically inclined Arabesque pattern, part of Avente Tile ’s extensive cement tile collection, pays homage to the rich look of classic clay bisque tiles that have been used throughout Spain, the Mediterranean, and northern Africa for centuries. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

When I first thought about doing this a good friend, Paul Anater, said it was very similar to what is done in Spain called Trencadis. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hand painted tile. hearth tile design.

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Tile Talk

JULY 2, 2013

In addition to their wide variety of uses, hand-painted ceramic tile offers versatility and value like no other building material thanks to their inherit resistance to abrasion, freeze/thaw conditions, and color permanence properties. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 20, 2012

Great Floor Designs with Rustic Cement Tile Pavers. These pavers have the rich look of classic clay bisque tiles that have been used in Spain, the Mediterranean, and northern Africa for centuries. Here are two great examples of the hand-painted Malibu ceramic tiles we offer: Malibu Catalina and Malibu Zeteca. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

MAY 28, 2013

Cement tiles are used all over the world in countries such as Cuba, France, Spain, Portugal and more. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hand painted tile. hearth tile design. low cost design. bathroom tile.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 11, 2012

The geometrically inclined Arabesque pattern, part of our cement tile collection, pays homage the rich look of classic clay bisque tiles that have been used in Spain, the Mediterranean, and northern Africa for centuries. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 13, 2012

They have the rich look of classic clay bisque tiles that have been used in Spain, the Mediterranean, and northern Africa for centuries. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hand painted tile. hearth tile design.

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Time2Design

FEBRUARY 12, 2014

Here is the scoop for those of you who need the 411 on how it is made - Dekton is made from a mixture of inorganic raw materials found in glass, porcelain tile and natural quartz. DEKTON Factory Almeria, Spain. ASID FLORIDA WEST COAST DESIGNER DIGS. atlanta interior design. bathroom design. dwell on design.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

APRIL 11, 2012

This revolutionary range of porcelain is well suited for indoor and outdoor applications. • Azulejos Plaza (Booth 2106) will impress attendees with Ecowood, a porcelain stoneware wall tile comprised of 85% recycled content. It is available in a 23-x-40 cm format and four colorways: Cream, Beige, Grey and Jade.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 17, 2022

The annual event brings together architects, interior designers and tile producers to explore the latest innovations and trends in the ceramic tile sector. Spain is a regular participant at the show and this year was no exception with 69 Spanish companies presenting their latest ceramic offerings during the weeklong fair.

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Tile Talk

MAY 20, 2014

Dating back to as early as the 7th century the Islamic Arts have influenced an array of cultures and societies, such as the notable geometric designs in their tile work. Examples of this work still exist in Spain, Italy, Morocco, India, and Turkey. These star polygons were not limited only to the painted figure. bathroom design.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 23, 2013

Avente Tiles Deer in Moonlight Hand-Painted Ceramic Tile Mural. Spain: A traditional Christmas treat is turron , a kind of almond candy. Labels: Christmas , Christmas traditions , hand-painted ceramic tile , Merry Christmas , pinterest , tile murals. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 20, 2013

With this renewed back-to-basics philosophy, homeowners have found the need to refresh the look of their kitchens, be it with new, energy-conserving appliances or a fresh coat of paint, the need for a soothing, yet workable environment trumps even the most prudent of budgets. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas.

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