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OCTOBER 2, 2012

Tuesday, October 2, 2012. The latest trends for Italian ceramics include nature-inspired materials, a rediscovery of terracotta, monolithic tiles, textures, and cutting-edge design that remains environmentally conscious. Italian manufacturers have also seemed to embrace the warmth and appeal of terracotta. Designer Collections.

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Tile Design Porcelain Terracotta 163

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AUGUST 14, 2012

Tuesday, August 14, 2012. Relief Cement Tiles Simulate Terracotta Is it cement or is it clay? Here two colors were used for the "terracotta body" and the black grout line is in relief. If you are thinking of using Spanish-style pavers or terracotta for your floor, consider what you can do with cement! ▼ 2012. (58).

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Cement Tile Terracotta Los Angeles 138

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DECEMBER 17, 2013

The Portuguese Braganza pattern is a classic pattern with an unusual color palette including pistachio green, azure blue, and terracotta against a bright yellow background. Detailed view: A medallion of Portuguese Braganza 3"x3" tiles on terracotta. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. ► 2012. (58). Photo by Karol.

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Tile Portugal Terracotta Backsplash 109

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FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Happily, along with this desire for something new and different, fireplaces are also enjoying their place in the renewal process with the limitless decorative possibilities of handmade cement tile, porcelain tile, glass tile, ceramic tile, and mosaic tile. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. ► 2012. (58). Photo by Karol.

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Tile Cement Design Painted 150

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

After returning from Coverings 2012 , I was so ecstatic about the use of color in the tile I saw that I couldnt wait to get home so I could blog about it (see Tile Trends from Coverings 2012 ). Customers gravitate to the natural red, brown, and terracotta bisque colors these tiles adroitly mimic. ► 2012. (58).

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Cement Trends Tile Design 126

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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. An Old World terracotta look is graced with intricately designed inserts. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. ► 2012. (58). Photo by Karol.

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Los Angeles Tile California Cement 128

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NOVEMBER 19, 2013

The Rustic Spanish Paver color palette includes classic bisque colors in terracotta, red and brown that provides traditional style. In 2012, when Avente first introduced its Arabesque cement tile line, the made-to-order collection featured eight patterns. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. ► 2012. (58).

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