Granada Tile

DECEMBER 23, 2017

Ceramic tiles first made an appearance in the ninth or tenth century BC, with cement tile arriving quite a bit later in the 1800s when hydraulic presses were invented and Portland cement was discovered. Zellige tiles are very traditional to this region and are made up of colorful mosaics. Moroccan Tile. Spanish Tile. Cuban Tile.

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Cement Terracotta Tile Colombia 100

Tile Talk

MAY 28, 2013

Spring into Summer with our Cement Tile Ideas. Handmade cement tiles are an easy-to-maintain product that not only offer deep colors and a rich history, but most importantly, they offer long-lasting beauty and extensive design possibilities for floors and walls. Our Pinterest board featuring Cement Tile: Floors, Walls.

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Cement Tile Backsplash Los Angeles 130

The Perfect Bath

JANUARY 16, 2013

The production of cement tile is documented as far back as the 13th century in France and Portugal with some early installations still in in remarkably good condition. The hay day of cement tile in the US was in the 1920′w and 30′s. Uncategorized cement tile Design Marrakesh Tile Tile'

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Cement Tile Portugal France 95

Granada Tile

JUNE 13, 2018

While ceramic encaustic tiles are very similar to cement tiles, the materials and processes by which they are made differ from one another. Cement tiles are poured into metal molds from a mixture of cement, sand, pigment, and mineral powders. So to answer a common question, cement tiles are not truly encaustic.

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Ceramics Tile Cement Europe 150

Tile Talk

MAY 6, 2014

Apavisas Hydraulic Blue pays homage to Classic Cement Tile Designs. Those of you who follow our blog know that Im a big proponent both of color and pattern in design. I was thrilled to see porcelain tiles paying homage to traditional and contemporary cement tile patterns. Lots of patterned tiles! Posted by William Buyok.

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Tile Los Angeles Las Vegas Cement 158

Architectural Ceramics

JULY 14, 2017

While we’re hyped up on all things red, white and blue, let’s take a look at a few of Architectural Ceramic’s tile lines that are proudly Made in the USA. At Architectural Ceramics, we love family businesses because AC is one too. We’re proud to be an American. Allison Eden Studios.

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America Tile Mosaics Oregon 188

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JUNE 12, 2018

Image: Feldman Architecture Why a green rooftop is a great idea A landscaped or grass roof has many advantages, if you plan it correctly. According to the EPA , city buildings are made of concrete and cement that trap the day’s heat. Image: PBW Architects This green roof features local wildflowers that bloom in colorful shades.

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Singapore Decking Portland Architecture 87