Tile Talk

DECEMBER 3, 2013

According to the curators of the Palácio Nacional de Sintra (National Palace of Sintra) in Portugal, the use of azulejos (a form of Portuguese or Spanish painted, tin-glazed, ceramic tile) in decoration is unique when compared with other countries by the way it adapts to architecture on a monumental scale. hand painted tile.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

Project Pick: Hand-Painted Spanish Ceramic Tile Risers Aventes Spanish Tiles are beautifully hand-painted in a variety of colors and patterns on ceramic bisque using time-honored techniques. Within our hand-painted Spanish ceramic tile collection, you.ll Where would you use hand-painted Spanish ceramic tiles ? at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Be it a fresh coat of paint, updated flooring, dramatic lighting, and so on, the need for a soothing environment trumps even the most prudent of budgets. Hand-painted Albacete Spanish ceramic tiles are right at home with the terracotta floor pavers, stone molding and black granite mantle and bench. hand painted tile. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

MAY 20, 2014

These star polygons were not limited only to the painted figure. This technique evolved to include painted pictures on plain tiles which were then glazed and fired afterwards. hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. ► 2008. (7). field tile.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 26, 2013

We discussed the different hand painted Spanish Tiles lines. A few days later she placed a sample order that included several popular hand painted Spanish decorative tiles and our Yucatan field tiles. A Hand Painted Sink Adds a Special Touch. Spanish Tile and Hand Painted Trim. Ines and I found each other through Houzz.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 17, 2013

In last weeks post , Arpi Nalbandian started the month-long celebration by introducing the rich history and culture of Portugal, and the important role hand-painted ceramic tile has played. Aventes Portuguese tiled are hand-painted by an artisan tile maker and fired twice. hand painted tile. The first firing sets the glaze.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 8, 2014

To get you started on your Spring cleaning and freshening up of spaces, here are several handmade cement tile and hand-painted ceramic tiles that evoke the feelings of this season year-round. Barcelona Yellow Hand-Painted Ceramic Tile. Portuguese Braganza Hand-Painted Ceramic Tile. Spanish Cadiz Hand-Painted Ceramic Tile.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 25, 2013

Hope Spiral by Nutmeg Designs My husband began making stained glass in 2008, which transformed our home into a "one-bedroom-two-studio-rowhouse." Flipping through a book of her art, I found a watercolor painting of totem poles evocative of what our client requested. hand painted tile. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 6, 2013

With their hand-painted relief details, available either in a matte or gloss finish, these richly colored tiles boast sophisticated designs inspired by natures bounty. Fruit Basket Hand Painted Tile Mural. Measuring 18"x18", hand-painted ceramic tile mural is accented with a border of rope liner for added visual interest.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 3, 2014

Along with washing the outdoor furniture, cleaning the grill for upcoming BBQs, and testing outdoor equipment, you shouldnt forget to refresh and update the look of your swimming pool with richly colored, hand-painted porcelain tiles. hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. ► 2008. (7).

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Tile Talk

JULY 23, 2013

Everywhere you go within this elegant city, you’ll notice hand-painted terracotta and ceramic tiles gracing every niche, fountain, building façade, restaurant, and more. Handmade or hand-painted tile can be found in every part of Santa Barbara, CA. A closer look at Susan Dunbars beautiful hand-painted tile craftsmanship.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 4, 2014

Or, to add historical intrigue to your design, consider our Barcelona La Ermitta hand-painted ceramic tile , which boasts centuries-old Spanish patterns and Majolica glaze techniques. hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. ► 2008. (7).

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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. hand painted tile. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 17, 2013

Each tile is exquisitely hand-painted in relief. Yucatan Dark Green Hand Painted Ceramic Tile. hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. ► 2008. (7). The matte finish works well with tumbled stone, like travertine or marble. Did you know?

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Tile Talk

MARCH 5, 2013

Now, let’s take a look at what defines hand-crafted, hand-painted tiles by examining the process of silk-screening to glazing. Making Hand Painted Tiles Video. Making Hand Painted Field Tile. hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 12, 2013

Since its inception in 2003, Avente Tiles online tile showroom has sold hand-painted ceramic tile, handmade cement tile, and artisan tiles through various channels of the internet, including our website , this blog, Facebook , Twitter , Houzz , guest posts, and most importantly, word of mouth and repeat business. hand painted tile.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 15, 2013

Top 10 Hand Painted Tiles of 2010. Do you have a favorite cement tile or hand painted ceramic tile? hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. ► 2008. (7). 11 Top Selling Tiles of 2011. Let us know by adding your comment below. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

MAY 13, 2014

To get you started on your Spring cleaning and freshening up of spaces, here are several handmade cement tile and hand-painted ceramic tiles that evoke the feelings of this season year-round. hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. ► 2008. (7).

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

However, we have seen Geo 10 used in a residential application with the classic black and white in one bath and the Indian Red and white used in a different bathroom for the same home. How would you use brightly colored pattern tiles or geometric patterns in your kitchen, bath, or dinning room? hand painted tile. ► 2008.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 4, 2013

hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. Affordable Luxury with Hand-Painted Field Tiles. ► 2008. (7). ► 2008. (7). backsplash designs. bathrom blogfest 2010. bathroom design. bathroom tile. cement tile. cement tile plans. field tile.

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Ceramics Tile Los Angeles Cement 141

Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

In this case, the customer needed an 8"x8" tile size of the Gran Cordoba Cement Tile pattern for their residential hall and bath. Due to increases in our costs, we must raise the price on many of our hand painted ceramic and cement tiles. hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 5, 2013

Together with Arabesque Spanish floor tiles, our hand-painted La Merced ceramic tiles (from our Barcelona collection) reveal a warm and friendly surrounding. hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. ► 2008. (7). Tuesday, November 5, 2013.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 7, 2014

Malibu Carrillo B 6" x 6" Hand Painted Ceramic Tile. Malibu Latigo A 6" x 6" Hand Painted Ceramic Tile. Top 10 Hand Painted Tiles of 2010. hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. ► 2008. (7). Bruselas B 8" x 8" Cement Tile.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 9, 2012

With mismatched patterns, strong grout lines, and bold colors, Fragments are a great choice for a contemporary kitchen, bath or accent wall. hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. ► 2008. (7). backsplash designs. bathrom blogfest 2010.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 7, 2012

If you arent able to get to Spain any time soon, then bring Spain into your home with hand-painted Spanish tile offered by Avente Tile , or by contacting your ceramic tile retailer about the products I highlighted above. hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 29, 2013

Now while there I also had the opportunity to view some amazing mosaic work that if you didnt look closely could assume was a painting or even a rug. hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. ► 2008. (7). Looking up at The Cologne Cathedral.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 29, 2014

hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. ► 2008. (7). backsplash designs. bathrom blogfest 2010. bathroom design. bathroom tile. cement tile. cement tile plans. ceramic tile. decorative tile. design ideas. design standards. design trends. field tile.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 31, 2013

If you enjoy our blog - devoted to hand-painted and hand crafted tiles - make sure to follow our blog as told through pinterest and houzz. hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. ► 2008. (7). Avente Tile Talk on Pinterst. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 11, 2014

Make your fireplace the focal point of the room with hand-painted ceramic or cement tiles. And, dont forget the stunning glazes found in our hand-painted plain or field tile can provide an elegant and classic look, too. hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 21, 2014

Color bleed occurs when cement tiles, placed in racks, are removed from a water bath that is necessary to strengthen the tiles as they cure. Racked cement tiles are lowered into a water bath to cure for 24 hours. hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath.

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Backsplash Cement Kitchen Tile 148

Tile Talk

APRIL 1, 2014

This typically bold, Cuban pattern (below) was muted to create a much softer effect that was used in the entry, bath, and dinning room. hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. ► 2008. (7). Cuban Heritage Design 150 in a muted color palette.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. ► 2008. (7). backsplash designs. bathrom blogfest 2010. bathroom design. bathroom tile. cement tile. cement tile plans. ceramic tile. decorative tile. design ideas. design standards. design trends. field tile.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 10, 2014

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. hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. ► 2008. (7). at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 27, 2013

It is difficult to get the tiles to release intact even after a century² Over time station names have changed, so the tiles were painted over to conceal the old names. hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. ► 2008. (7). ► 2008. (7).

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Tile Talk

APRIL 9, 2013

Pressed with real leaves, these decorative hand-painted 8"x8" tiles include a Maple Leaf, Ash Leaf, and Ginkgo Leaf design. If youre looking for further inspiration with hand-painted decorative tiles, then we urge you to visit our Ceramic Tile Design Ideas portfolio for detailed installation photos and concepts. hand painted tile.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

they introduced various forms of art and artistic techniques, including a unique custom of painted ceramics, called Zillij. With the guidance of their mentors, the pupils would learn the essential, but laborious, task of baking clay, meticulously hand-cutting each piece, and then painting the pieces with painstaking accuracy.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 10, 2013

Inspired by centuries-old styles from Portugal, these decorative ceramic tiles are hand painted on red bisque and finished with a high-gloss glaze. hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. ► 2008. (7). Written by Arpi Nalbandian , Tileometry.

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