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A Recap: 2018 Coverings Tile & Stone Show

Architectural Ceramics

Painterly textures: This porcelain is characterized by qualities of color, stroke, and texture; and was a strong theme this year. Nearly every porcelain booth had a line with qualities that could be described as painterly. A brushstroke texture on longer plank porcelain tiles. One vendor’s example of patterned porcelains.

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January Featured Tiles – Cactus Bevelled and Central

The London Tile Co.

With plenty of new ranges already on the way, we can’t wait to help you find your dream tiles in 2017. This month we have picked two very different ranges to feature, hopefully providing some inspiration to anyone looking to revamp their home for 2017.

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Starlike Sensations

Diary of a Tile Addict

I have had a great feedback on my recent posts concerning the application of colour, and particularly coloured grouts, at the recent Coverings exhibition. This product can be used to fix and grout most materials, including porcelain stoneware, klinker, glass and metallic mosaic, natural and reconstituted stone, pebbles and even wood.

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A Decade in Colour III

Diary of a Tile Addict

Marais Rose from Porcelain Superstore. Medina Blue Cubes from Porcelain Superstore. The colour palettes of the 1950s became big news in 2017, especially in the tile world. They signify both our experiences and our needs, showcasing disparity and offering tranquility. Mohaka splashback from Original Style.

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Cement Tile Is The Best Tile Flooring For Indoor Showers

Granada Tile

Top decorating trends in 2016 and 2017 involve homeowners reinventing the way they think about the various spaces in their home. Worry less about slipping accidents by choosing an indoor shower tile that is much less slip prone than porcelain tiles due to the naturally porous surface that does not bead up water.

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Take It Outside: Outdoor AC Tile Collections

Architectural Ceramics

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. Porcelain & Glass. Thicket Porcelain. Cement & Terracotta.

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STATS: Tile sales decline, comeback looms large

Floor Covering News

That’s the highest market share recorded since 2017. As with the residential market, porcelain and ceramic tile are excellent options for commercial applications,” she told FCNews. Now more than ever, porcelain and ceramic tile are excellent options for both residential and commercial environments,” she added. of total U.S.

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