Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Seeing as life in 2020 is looking vastly different from 2019, we thought this would be a perfect way to showcase some of our favorite modern-day game and entertainment rooms, and to do justice for Games Day. Take a look through some of the coolest game rooms we’ve seen, and notice the detail, such as the backsplash featured above.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 7, 2019

Transitional is the most popular kitchen design in the National Kitchen + Bath Association’s 2019 kitchen design trends. Countertops and backsplashes. Marble countertops and even marble backsplashes work beautifully for transitional kitchens,” Starck says. Why are transitional kitchens so popular? The Elkay Circuit Chef Sink.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 24, 2019

The fashion industry often influences retailers; did you see our post about the 2019 PANTONE Color of the Year ? The collection, shown above, features a dimensional mosaic in three natural stone marble choices: Thassos (pictured), Crema and Grigio. AC’s Candango Collection featuring a dimensional mosaic in Thassos marble.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

MAY 7, 2019

A recent survey from Lightstream reports that 37 percent of homeowners indicated they are planning to remodel their bathrooms in 2019, edging out kitchen remodels, which 31 percent of respondents said was a priority. Twenty-seven percent of those surveyed said personalization was their primary reason for investing in a renovation.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Rather than selecting separate materials and colours for wall, countertops, cabinets and backsplashes, it’s now trendy to simply extend the floor upwards. Their ranges include pale concrete and classic grey looks, marble-effects in colours ranging from cool whites to warmer beige, and rougher looking stone effect tiles.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Rather than selecting separate materials and colours for wall, countertops, cabinets and backsplashes, it’s now trendy to simply extend the floor upwards. Their ranges include pale concrete and classic grey looks, marble-effects in colours ranging from cool whites to warmer beige, and rougher looking stone effect tiles.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 30, 2018

It may be hard to believe, but it’s almost 2019. Which have enough staying power to survive into 2019 and beyond? We also went for more pattern and texture, like eye-catching or moody floral wallpapers , interesting kitchen backsplashes and colorful grout. We explored a lot in 2018. But what really made its mark?

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 26, 2018

The pale celadon or sage green paint color on the vertical walls, for example, is close in color and hue to the backsplash and tub tile used on the walls. Photo: Image by Bob Narod, Photographer, LLC for Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath; features AC’s Island Stone line and stock porcelain Craig Castle. Photography by S.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

In 2019, the tile flooring category experienced its first decline in a decade as tariffs and antidumping legislation hit the market. Unfortunately, untrained installers and the use of improper installation practices can be a challenge for the tile and stone business. C eramic has traveled a rough road over the last few years.

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Trendir Magazine

AUGUST 2, 2018

Mirror Kitchen Backsplash Having a mirrored finish as a backdrop can be a big vintage, but when it is done properly, you will notice a brighten/expanding effect. Kitchen backsplashes not only come in multiple different variations- wood, tiles, marble, floral, stone among many others, but they have gone through a whole lot of changes lately.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 22, 2021

Despite tile’s ongoing growth for several years, the category hit a snag in 2019 and 2020 as sales dropped and growth stagnated. Unlike some flooring products, ceramic and porcelain tile can be installed almost anywhere in the home—floors, walls, countertops, backsplashes, fireplace/pool surrounds, indoors/outdoors, etc.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

In addition to that, the Natural Stone Pavilion saw some action. Here, the Natural Stone Institute’s Women in Stone group conducted a “Natural Stone Amazing Race” on the show floor, much to the delight of attendees. Lastly, the 2 nd Annual National Installer of the Year Competition had another stellar year for year.

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