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Back to Basics: AC’s Ceramic Tile Collections

Architectural Ceramics

This collection’s features make it an easy option to mix and match with other natural stone or porcelain tile: 3″ x 6″ field tile with coordinating bullnose and trim profiles. Machine-made ceramics go through several steps and processes, before resulting in two main types: thin-body or porcelain. glossy finish.

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Armstrong Flooring wins three 2019 Good Design awards

Floor Covering News

Good Design covers new consumer products, graphics and packaging designed and manufactured in Europe, Asia, Africa and North and South America. Alterna Plank with Diamond 10 technology captures the natural beauty of stone, ceramic or porcelain, while retaining warmth, absorbing sound and feeling more forgiving to your feet.

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Avente Tile Talk: Step Up to Spanish Tile | September 2012

Tile Talk

The centuries-old technique is believed to have originated in 9th century Mesopotamia with the desire to imitate the white porcelain wares coming from China. Over time, and with the spread of Islam, the art made its way through to Northern Africa, and to what is now known as Spain, Italy, The Netherlands and the United Kingdom.

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Avente Tile Talk: Great Floor Designs with Rustic Cement Tile Pavers

Tile Talk

These pavers have the rich look of classic clay bisque tiles that have been used in Spain, the Mediterranean, and northern Africa for centuries. Use this combination with the smaller 4"x4" formats to make a great looking backsplash or for attention-getting stair risers. backsplash designs. kitchen backsplash. cement tile.

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Avente Tile Talk: Rustic Cement Tile Pavers

Tile Talk

They have the rich look of classic clay bisque tiles that have been used in Spain, the Mediterranean, and northern Africa for centuries. Use this combination with the smaller 4"x4" formats to make a great looking backsplash or for stair risers. backsplash designs. kitchen backsplash. backsplash designs. at 6:00 AM.

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Avente Tile Talk: Alluring Arabesque Spanish Cement Tiles

Tile Talk

The geometrically inclined Arabesque pattern, part of Avente Tile ’s extensive cement tile collection, pays homage to the rich look of classic clay bisque tiles that have been used throughout Spain, the Mediterranean, and northern Africa for centuries. backsplash designs. kitchen backsplash. backsplash designs.

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Avente Tile Talk: Enhance Your Outdoor Space with Cement or.

Tile Talk

Our rustic pavers have the rich look of classic clay bisque tiles that have been used in Spain, the Mediterranean, and northern Africa for centuries. backsplash designs. kitchen backsplash. backsplash designs. kitchen backsplash. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Rustic Pavers Cement Tile. bathroom tile.

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