Floor Covering News

JANUARY 6, 2020

—Armstrong Flooring has received Good Design awards for Rigid Core Vantage, Migrations and Striations BBT, and Alterna engineered tile. It recognizes the latest, most advanced products and designs for their innovation and invention. It recognizes the latest, most advanced products and designs for their innovation and invention.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 4, 2018

They can also be used as a design element to help complete whatever look you’re trying to achieve. Below are just some of the many ways you can use mirrors as a design element. Image: SGH Designs This mirror is suspended from the ceiling and serves as the room’s focal point while providing both interest and contrast.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 19, 2019

Architectural Ceramics is ready to hop to it, with a dozen EGG-cellent subway tile patterns that go beyond the basics. If using it as a backsplash, here the subway tile is installed parallel and perpendicular to your counter top. Depending on the color you use, the grout lines will become the focus of this pattern.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 16, 2018

Check out Architectural Ceramic’s Surge Collection, featuring a large-format ceramic tile, that mimics illuminated glass and includes bold electric colors too. Please note that while we try to keep quantities readily available, depending on demand, Architectural Ceramics may not have all colors and sizes in stock at all times.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 8, 2015

A kitchen can look finished without a backsplash, and sometimes a clean coat of (washable) paint is what best executes a design. But at the same time, there’s also an opportunity to use the space to anchor the overall design of the room. Because they look sharp and are central to a modern, updated design.

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Making Tile Modern

JANUARY 28, 2016

Seriously…All grouts are not created equal. More often than not, grout becomes an overlooked element within the tile installation process (why is that btw?). Grout is what seals everything together – literally. It’s kinda like the perfect marriage of tile and grout.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 30, 2017

In the meantime, here’s one of Architectural Ceramic’s own collections: Naturals. AC’s Naturals Collection, made of fused glass, has several features that make it a favorite among homeowners and DC-metro area designers alike: various glass field tile and trim sizes, ranging from 3×6 to 6×24. Designer Spaces.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 15, 2014

Tile Patterns: Playing with Pinwheel Designs. The pinwheel pattern is a popular and versatile tile layout that adds great visual interest by integrating solid color with decorative tiles into a timeless design. Brightly colored glazed tiles can be randomly added to add interest to the design. backsplash designs.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 21, 2019

Here, we’re featuring just some of the dimensional tile collections available through Architectural Ceramics. For local firm, Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath of Bethesda, Maryland, when designing her client’s open-concept kitchen, our Ambra Collection in the color Gris was a natural choice. Cement tile.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 30, 2017

Both are used by interior designers and homeowners alike to decorate a space. See how Architectural Ceramics used Indonesian textiles to inspire one of our newest glass tile collections: Batik. The tile stretches from wall to wall, doing double-duty as a backsplash behind the vanity and as an accent wall in the shower.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

At Architectural Ceramics, we’re excited for this sophisticated tile trend. Let’s start with an Architectural Ceramic porcelain tile that offers several options: the Aristocrat Collection. For this kitchen backsplash, AC’s Aristocrat Collection was used in the Anthracite Strip mosaic in a matte black and cream.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 7, 2016

The kitchen backsplash is often seen as one of the best opportunities to really be creative with your design. We’ve compiled 5 ways to redo your kitchen backsplash (without tearing it out). Go Rustic With Wood For those who love the idea of a rustic kitchen, there’s no better way to go than a wooden backsplash.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 26, 2018

If April showers bring May flowers, then Architectural Ceramic’s brings you a twist on the classic rhyme. Architectural Ceramics offers two brands, Laticrete and Schluter , that make shower systems part of their specialty. From the shower pan to the grout, and everything in between, we’ve got you covered.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Cement Tile Design Trends & Tips. If youre having trouble finding the right color, design or pattern, then these cement tile design trends may provide the answer you were looking for. If youre new to cement tiles, then these trends are the perfect designing tips for you! Interior Designer and go-to color maven, Lisa M.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Sassuolo, Italy—During this week’s Coverings Connected event, Ceramics of Italy unveiled six top design trends for the fall -winter season. Concrete is a ubiquitous building material that has allowed creative architectural expression since ancient times. Blue-green. Art deco is a classic trend that never really goes out of style.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 20, 2012

Great Floor Designs with Rustic Cement Tile Pavers. Use this combination with the smaller 4"x4" formats to make a great looking backsplash or for attention-getting stair risers. Provide additional grout lines that improve slip resistance. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. cement tile.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 28, 2012

The next step of course is the grout or is it? Slate is a natural stone and you have to seal it before you grout. This way, after you apply the grout, it will be easier to clean off the slate and wont stain them. Labels: Ditra , Grout , Schluter , Slate tile , thin-set. backsplash designs. bathroom design.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

Then the additional layers of tile are added, let to sit overnight and the grout is applied. The grout is applied and then smoothed over as an initial cleanup with a damp sponge and allowed to sit again overnight. Labels: ceramic tile , glass tile , Grout , installation , thin set. backsplash designs. design ideas.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

” Herringbone Backsplash by Lilywork Artisan Tile, LLC. Lilywork owners gain inspiration from travels, pulling ideas from architecture and cultures across Europe and the Near East. Now, of the many designs and projects, which stands out as your favorite? Backsplash with 4" Field and Star+Cross Focal. design ideas.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 30, 2013

This is likely to include adhesive, grout, a grout scraper, gloves, and safety glasses. The colors and designs that youll find are almost endless. Feel free to let your imagination run wild, and go with whatever patterns or designs appeal to you. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 16, 2012

Using cement tile to incorporate a decorative element into any room or indoor/outdoor space is an attention-getting idea and design element. For a more modern design, we suggest combining geometric borders together with traditional patterns. Fragments is designed for wall applications because the mosaic surface is not flat.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 4, 2015

Along with their noticeable character and nuanced warmth, the Hispaniola Collection features more than 200 designs and 50 color options ranging from classic to modern. For design ideas, take a look at a beautiful bathroom tiled with Hispaniola tiles , as well as a gorgeous Hispaniola kitchen backsplash.

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The Perfect Bath

FEBRUARY 20, 2013

Our overwhelming enthusiasm for stone should not eclipse ceramic tile as a fabulous material for backsplashes, fireplaces, kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms and mudrooms. It is extraordinarily versatile, with unique palettes, easy maintenance and architecturally as well as structurally interesting.

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Cement Style

OCTOBER 19, 2018

Inspired by French and Spanish architecture, the Caprice June cement tile pattern by Villa Lagoon Tile is a new classic featuring alternating quatrefoils and spear-point crosses. The timeless design lends a warm sophistication as a kitchen backsplash or a master bathroom wall. MSRP for the tiles is $16.77 per square foot.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 25, 2018

Architectural Ceramic’s put together a small list of some of our large format porcelain tile collections. Designers of commercial spaces like hospitality, use porcelain tile because it often has a higher coefficient of friction. The modern hard-lined design is softened by the texture of the tile. Go big or go home.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

However, if you know how to work with black walls, they can be a classy, stately addition to almost any room design. And even if you’re not ready to take the plunge with a style statement, it can be inspiring to see how certain home designers have made a bold style like black walls work. Bold colors can break up the black a bit.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 25, 2017

While children everywhere are going back to school, let’s go back to basics and learn about ceramic tile through a few of Architectural Ceramic’s collections: Basics, London, and City Hall. Architectural Ceramics has several handmade ceramic tile options, from vendors like Sonoma Tilemakers or Encore Ceramics. ″ x 9.5″

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Making Tile Modern

APRIL 2, 2012

Check out the video with some great tile-tips including selecting the right tile for your space and a little bit of grout gab. modwalls modwalls on tv modwalls tile mosaic tile remodel subway tile tile tile for kitchen backsplash tile on TV'

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 16, 2017

Whatever the case may be, when it comes to small design details, don’t forget about tile trim. We’ve been making a few lists of our own at Architectural Ceramics. To see collections available with Architectural Ceramics that include a base molding, visit our base molding product search here. Get in the Mood.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 9, 2012

They work well running behind a kitchen counter with other tile or can be grouped and framed to create a focal point for a larger backsplash. Where to use Fragments Fragments are designed for wall applications because the mosaic surface is not flat. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 14, 2012

These tiles and designs dont capture the stunning sculpture or clever subterfuge that youll find in todays cement tile relief designs. Cement Tile Patterns in Relief Create Rich Texture Today, I’m pleased to share two relief cement tile designs that are now available from Avente Tile. backsplash designs.

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Making Tile Modern

JANUARY 16, 2013

Note: your design must add up to 100%). Step 5) Optional, but highly recommended : Select grout colors to see how this changes the effect of your blend. The grout colors shown are part of modwalls® StarGlass/ Dimension Urethane Grout collection. Step 4) Think you reached your desired colored combination?

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Tile Talk

MAY 19, 2015

One of the most unique new tile designs I spotted at the show is a relief cement wall tile line from Aguayo Tiles called Elevations. Without further ado, Avente Tile is proud to announce the premier of this exciting design line of relief cement tiles. They are suited for wall applications and can be installed with or without grout.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 23, 2013

Spanish Cadiz Tiles for Backsplash. The Ryans, who shared these photos, chose the vibrant hand-painted Spanish Cadiz tiles to add focal points to the white tile backsplashes behind their oven and kitchen sink. Its a great example of how different sizes of decorative tile are used to bring both pattern and color to a design.

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Granada Tile

JANUARY 27, 2017

Chicago-based designer Donna Mondi shows that black and white is anything but basic. And, in fact, by taking color out of the design equation, Mondi puts the focus on detail and texture. She adds unexpected designs (the vanity is modeled after an antique filing cabinet). Mondi combines mixed metals with a faux fur bathmat.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 12, 2019

Bathroom grout is one of those things that really shows your home’s age. Over time, the caulk and grout in your bathroom become dingy and yellow, and can even chip off and leave gaps. Regrouting takes a little more time because you’ll need to chip or grind down the jagged, old grout. Stick on a backsplash.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2013

With an average of 20,000 visitors a day and nearly 1,000 exhibitors from 34 countries, this year’s show proved that Cersaie is a hotbed of inspiration not only in terms of interior ceramic surfacing but also possibilities in exterior cladding, quick laying and landscape architecture.

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