Diary of a Tile Addict

JULY 17, 2018

As well as the XXL formats and gauged porcelain panels seeking traction in the worktop market, 20mm exterior grade tiles looking to compete with traditional landscaping pavers, and the full-blown revival of small format wall and floor tiles, there are interesting developments in surface textures, colour palettes and graphic forms.

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Marble Stone Decorative France 45

Granada Tile

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

Top decorating trends in 2016 and 2017 involve homeowners reinventing the way they think about the various spaces in their home. The modern age of design gives us both, along with a myriad of options to choose from for a completely customizable experience. There are so many designs, shapes, sizes, and colors to choose from.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JUNE 21, 2018

Porcelain floor tiles from Urbatek in a Pretty Ballerinas shoe store. Data from the 2016-2017 eporta trend report showed brass and marble were on rise but, in the past three months, copper and copper finishes are more popular across both residential and commercial spaces. Key trends. The Mirror is the most popular search. •

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Diary of a Tile Addict

OCTOBER 22, 2017

Wide&Style by ABK: Pop Marble Grey. To emphasise the decorative potential and practicality of ceramic surfaces, ABK’s Style Department has created a series of graphic designs to be coloured on the tiles inspired by the viral phenomenon of Colouring Books. Wide&Style by ABK: Venezia Doge. Wide&Style by ABK: Onyx.

Ceramics 40

Ceramics Architecture Decorative Porcelain 40

Architectural Ceramics

JULY 27, 2018

From porcelain to specialty ceramic, here are how a few materials compare in an exterior application: Porcelain & Glass. These two tile types are mentioned together, because porcelain and glass both undergo high heat and pressure when made. Or, go for a vein-cut marble instead of a slate with an uneven cleft.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 22, 2020

After reviewing a record number of outstanding projects from all across North America, the international jury of design experts selected four winners and three honorable mentions. Through the use of floral upholstery, Canadian oak wood and colorful lounge areas, the designers created a modern space that plays into the “garden” theme.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 9, 2021

Since its inception, COREtec has challenged the industry to think bigger and go further—in style, design, performance and innovation. These days, home has never been more important to consumers, and COREtec lets the customer show off the styles that are true to their “CORE”—all without having to sacrifice design for performance.

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