Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

Check out the following tips below, organized into categories, to care for and maintain your porcelain, ceramic, glass or natural stone tile. Machine-made ceramic tile from AC’s Neri Collection , available in small-scale field tile and mosaic sizes. Natural Stone.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 13, 2017

The same could be said when considering a handmade ceramic or natural stone, because the variation in the tile’s glaze or veining may surprise you. Architectural Ceramics is here to help you know what type of range, be it subtle or extreme, to expect from ceramic, porcelain and stone; and to know how best to prepare for it.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 17, 2018

Since we’re on the heels of our March Madness: ACI’s Final Four Tile Matchups blog, let’s round out a list in the same main tile types: porcelain, ceramic, glass and natural stone. Shown above, the penny round mosaic in the Petrolio color is on trend with its dark green-blue hue. Nickel & Dimed.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 25, 2018

Ancient Stone. If this blog is about porcelain, then why does the collection’s name say stone? Because porcelains like our Ancient Stone Collection , are made to look like natural stone. AC’s Ancient Stone Collection in the color Black, used in a commercial setting. Aristocrat.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

Our stock wood-look porcelain Copper Rowe , in Tronco Natural; 2. mosaic, in Buoy shape, Harbor Blue; 3. Namibia mosaic, in Crescent shape, White Sand; 7. Silver Wave Marble stone field tile; 2. Stone mosaic Triangolo in a blend of six stones; 5. Onyx natural stone field tile.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

It encompasses a wide range of materials such as porcelain, ceramic, luxury vinyl tile and planks, glass, decorative accents, mosaics, natural stone, setting materials, whole shower systems and more.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

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. Here, we’re naming just a few of our tile collections that include a matte black ceramic, porcelain or stone. Aristocrat.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 30, 2017

It’s no secret that natural stone has natural variation. speaks to a scary common client question: can natural stone can be hand-picked? “If you are ordering marble, limestone, or any natural stone, be prepared to go with flow. . ” For Washington D.C. Prepare for Prep-Work.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 27, 2018

Through high-definition printing, porcelain tiles can mimic other materials like cement or natural stone that are typical of an outdoor setting. Natural Stone & Specialty Ceramic. Think about it, natural stone has been a natural choice in an outdoor application for centuries.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

″ and 6″ mosaics. Because lead times for special order tile vary from vendor to vendor, please contact an AC sales associate for an estimated wait-time. To view even more field sizes, mosaics and trims from the collection, download our Data Sheet here. frost resistant. special order*. Up Close & Personal.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

The desk is beautifully clad in a neutral and natural stone look-a-like material from our Slim Slab Collection. The large format porcelain tiles in the color White, come from our Silk Stone Collection. To view our full Silk Stone Collection, including field sizes, mosaics and trims, download a Datasheet here.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 21, 2021

Continuing its downward trajectory, ceramic tile sales in 2020 experienced a low, single-digit decline in terms of overall dollar sales and similar declines in terms of volume. Ceramic tile sales in 2020 declined roughly 5%. of dollar sales for the gradually increasing hard surface market and 24.6% Imports vs. domestics.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 12, 2018

You’ll find golden nuggets like this and others by browsing one of our DC-metro area showrooms and speaking with our knowledgeable sales and design associates. Let’s hope you’re on Santa’s nice list and get this honed natural stone tile instead of a honed lump of charcoal. AC’s Noble Collection.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 22, 2017

The circle and rectangular pinwheel mosaic relates to the rectangular field tile on either side of the stove, and the accent band in between marries both shapes. Here, a recycled glass mosaic from Architectural Ceramic’s Tozen Collection was used to create the backsplash. Tozen 1×4 glass mosaic.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 24, 2019

AC’s Candango Collection featuring a dimensional mosaic in Thassos marble. A mosaic sheet in Thassos marble from AC’s Candango Collection. The collection, shown above, features a dimensional mosaic in three natural stone marble choices: Thassos (pictured), Crema and Grigio. Is your patio party ready?

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Our City Hall Collection features the 4″x12″ field tile shown above, as well as a 3″x6″ subway tile, a penny round mosaic, and coordinating trims like a pencil liner and base molding. The wall behind the vanity is done is a stacked porcelain mini-brick mosaic sourced from another tile shop in the DC-metro area.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 31, 2018

From ceramic to porcelain, and glass to natural stone, AC offers a variety of tile materials. But, our showroom sales associates and designers are also an amazing resource, who offer free design consultations to help you navigate your tile material and renovation options. The sooner you involve a contractor, the better.

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Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

AUGUST 1, 2013

A great looking porcelain tile that replicates a rustic natural stone with lots of natural variation from piece to piece. Platinum Grey Mosaic Tile. Pristine and unfussy , this is a glazed 2”x2” porcelain mosaic that is suitable for residential and commercial shower floors. kate -lotile&stone.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Stacy Smith, sales manager, Ridout Lumber Co., CERAMIC TILE When it comes to tile, Shaw Floors has been making a more concerted effort over the past two or three years, according to Chase Meluch, product development manager, tile and stone. “We The other theme as it relates to mosaics and wall tile is color. “We Rogers, Ark.,

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 11, 2019

“In this case, I covered everything in tile; some like the floor, was large format tile, while the walls were clad in both subway-sized Thassos and mosaic marble tile, keeping it fresh and light. Browse featured collections on our website using the Stone Products filter, where you’re able to sort by size, color and more.

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Tile Excellence

JUNE 24, 2017

I've been installing tile for 30+ years I Install marble, ceramic, mosaic, travertine marble, natural stone, anywhere tile can be installed, Shower benches built out of cement blocks NOT WOOD. Tile Excellence owner, Chris Lawson, provides MASTER TILE INSTALLATIONS, one job at a time until complete.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 4, 2021

The rectified, full body porcelain line is a traditional stone-look with a modern design. “As As is true with many of our collections, Limerock’s original inspiration came from a well-loved natural stone—in this case, Limestone,” said Peter Pasterski, vice president of sales.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 31, 2017

Just like natural travertine tile would have a range of color variation, our porcelain does the same. The collection is also available in a range of sizes, from a large format 24″48″ field tile to a mesh-mounted 2″x2″ straight-stack mosaic. Classy & Glassy. Playful Pebbles. Hope to see you soon!

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 31, 2019

For the soft grey stone look of the other shower, try our Swiss Alps Collection , featuring a similar soft grey marble. In the shower, the small-scale hexagon marble mosaic tile wraps from the vertical accent wall onto the wall above the shower ledge. Shower Ledges: A New Edge & Trend. Image Credit Image Credit.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

When considering large-format square field tile, common sizes are: 12″x12″, 18″x18″, and 24″x24″ Decorative or square accent tiles are most commonly seen in 4″x4″ or 6″x6″ Lastly, square mosaics are often mesh-mounted in a 1″x1″ or 2″x2″ size.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 28, 2017

Let’s kill two trendy birds with one stone: an accent wall in a chevron mosaic. Photo: AC’s Brocade Collection, featuring the Chevron Mosaic in thassos and cararra polished marble, photo via AC on Houzz. The shower accent features AC’s Brocade Collection , in the Chevron Mosaic stone mix.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 13, 2018

Design and photo credit via Aidan Design, featuring AC’s Estreslla shell mosaic backsplash. ACI’s Estrella Grande oval shell mosaic. Pictured above, the 2012 DC Design House features Aidan Design’s work, and Architectural Ceramic’s mother-of-pearl oval mosaic. Drysdale also used the floral mosaic.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 9, 2022

—Cancos Tile Corporation (Cancos), a leading regional distributor and retailer of luxury ceramic tile and natural stone, partnered with Mill Point Capital LLC (Mill Point Capital), a middle-market private equity firm focused on control oriented investments in the business services, industrials and IT services sectors in North America.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 18, 2022

By Megan Salzano-Birch—Las Vegas— Coverings 2022 was a showcase in innovative product design and immersive technology, which is thriving within the ceramic and stone category today despite obvious obstacles. The line, which is manufactured in the company’s Tennessee facility, is available in several colors and features a natural stone look.

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Realstone

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

These tiles are typically made from ceramic , porcelain or stone. The clay or stone is shaped, glazed for a shiny finish, and then kiln-fired to harden. Mosaic Tiles Mosaic tiles consist of an assembly of small pieces of colored glass, stone , or other materials, creating intricate designs and patterns.

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Realstone

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

These tiles are typically made from ceramic , porcelain or stone. The clay or stone is shaped, glazed for a shiny finish, and then kiln-fired to harden. Mosaic Tiles Mosaic tiles consist of an assembly of small pieces of colored glass, stone , or other materials, creating intricate designs and patterns.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 10, 2015

moldings and mosaics allow for many design options. But why are you cautioned with “Install with White Thinset only!” White Thinset is the standard recommendation for Bianco Carrara, Calacata, Onyx, Thassos, most Limestone, and other light or translucent stones. Calacatta Gold Master Bath. successful jobs and satisfied clients.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 24, 2018

Like any marble, our Vestige collection features a range of color variation to be expected from a natural stone. Earth: Quarried from the earth, this master bathroom retreat features natural stone on several surfaces. When using stones like Bianco Cararra marble, veining and color range is natural.

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The Tile Shop

JULY 31, 2015

a beautiful stone bathroom from Steve Gilerman in our Westbury, NY showroom. Featuring our Volcano natural stone and the Puno listello: Please click on the images to view: Next is a cool glass and marble shower from George Spantidos in our Norwalk, CT store. Steve worked with Precision Plus Contractors to design this space.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 11, 2019

The product above is a fun chevron glass mosaic from our Devotion series, the pattern is Echo shown in the Million Dollar Blend. Ceramic, porcelain, glass and stone tiles are all top picks for fireplace surrounds, although we have been seeing a rise in popularity of cement tile over the last few years. We love them all.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 16, 2018

Tatami: Our Tatami Collection features marble mosaics with soft color and texture. One of those mosaic options, mixes in Ming Green marble. Our Pebble Collection brings a bit of the outside world in as an interlocking meshed mosaic. Here, we’ve put together a softer side of what Architectural Ceramics has to offer.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JANUARY 22, 2013

Florida Tile has introduced a stylized interpretation of vein-cut stone called TidesHDP, a glazed porcelain and wall tile line for both commercial and residential use. As a Florida Tile porcelain product, TidesHDP is far stronger, more versatile, and easier to maintain than stone, meaning that the look can go virtually anywhere,” he adds. “By

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