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. Coleman described the trends as follows: Autumnal.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

At Architectural Ceramics, we’ve done a little exercise of our own to come up with some of our favorite tile shapes and patterns. Ceramic, marble, porcelain, glass — Square tile is available in a variety of material types. Losing weight. Many of us use the New Year to kick off a new exercise plan.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

At Architectural Ceramics, we’re excited for this sophisticated tile trend. Here, we’re naming just a few of our tile collections that include a matte black ceramic, porcelain or stone. Let’s start with an Architectural Ceramic porcelain tile that offers several options: the Aristocrat Collection.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 8, 2018

Every year, Architectural Ceramics travels to the Coverings Tile & Stone Show to discover new products, meet new industry allies, and strengthen our vendor & customer relationships. The glass looks creamy in texture and color, but can also be screen-printed to look like marble. Glass mosaics that look like marble.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 21, 2019

Here, we’re featuring just some of the dimensional tile collections available through Architectural Ceramics. Breeze through each one; from natural stone and cement, to ceramic and glass, we offer dimensional tile in a range of material types. The 24″x24″ backsplash tile works well behind the sink and stove.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 30, 2017

See how Architectural Ceramics used Indonesian textiles to inspire one of our newest glass tile collections: Batik. 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. About Our Batik Collection.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 27, 2018

Check out a few Architectural Ceramics tile collections, suitable for outdoor use, that have you covered under foot and under water. From porcelain to specialty ceramic, here are how a few materials compare in an exterior application: Porcelain & Glass. Natural Stone & Specialty Ceramic. Lunada Bay Glass.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Bold Color: While blue remains America’s favorite color, brighter hues are on the rise, as are sophisticated blacks and dark greys as “new neutrals” – particularly in marble-inspired looks. Metropolitan Ceramics (Booth 3025), METROBRICK®: The METROBRICK Fast Ship offering features six new blends added to the product line for 2019.

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How to Floor Tile

SEPTEMBER 18, 2014

Travertine is a Natural Stone as you know, but did you know most of it is filled with grout? They simple match the color and fill it with grout then polish the surface. This Natural stone has some of the traits of Marble Tile being very soft and can be difficult to work with because it is brittle. Nor would I suggest Marble.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 31, 2018

With expert advice from Architectural Ceramic’s Customer Service team, you can be prepared throughout your tile purchase and renovation. Turn to the last page, and you’ll find most porcelains are rated for floor use, while some ceramic tiles are only suitable for wall use. Our CS team knows its ways around the block.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 30, 2017

In the meantime, here’s one of Architectural Ceramic’s own collections: Naturals. 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. About Our Naturals Collection. glossy or matte finishes.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 25, 2016

Cement tiles are an ingenious combination of cement, marble powder, water, sand, pigments, time and patience. Architectural Ceramics sells several varieties of cement tile in different colors, sizes, and patterns–including custom options! It is recommended to seal tile 24 hours after grouting & again after 72 hours.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 27, 2020

Porcelain and ceramic tile bathroom floors. From the appearance, it’s difficult to tell porcelain and ceramic tile apart. However, porcelain flooring is made of refined clay and is heated at higher temperatures making it denser and more durable than ceramic. Porcelain and ceramic planks. Porcelain and ceramic tile.

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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. Take a look at a few porcelain collections, offered with Architectural Ceramics, that feature in-stock and special order options. Go big or go home. OK, we’d love to go through your home. Ancient Stone.

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JG Kitchens

MARCH 27, 2018

Here’s the trade group’s take on what’s hot for ceramic tile in 2018: Monochromatic. This seems to be a truism in most global marketplaces but certainly is the case in North America where design and architecture features so much of the native timber. Natucer Vintage Series. Rectified Edges Driven by Cost.

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 4, 2016

Visit your local Architectural Ceramics showroom for endless custom possibilities. Architectural Ceramics Chantilly Showroom display of Cannes White Frost Glass Mosaic and a Plaque of the City Scape Glass Mosaic by Erin Adams for New Ravenna (above). Emperador Dark Marble Mosaic Tub (above). Bath Tray.

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JG Kitchens

MARCH 27, 2018

Here’s the trade group’s take on what’s hot for ceramic tile in 2018: Monochromatic. This seems to be a truism in most global marketplaces but certainly is the case in North America where design and architecture features so much of the native timber. Natucer Vintage Series. Rectified Edges Driven by Cost.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

Popular natural stone options include slate, travertine, granite, and even marble. Ceramic Tile: Ceramic tile is a classic flooring material. Consider adding a sealant to protect the tile from wear and the grout from cracking. For example, ceramic tiles are available in sizes ranging from 1 inch to 24-inch squares.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JULY 4, 2018

Gauged ceramic panels, sintered stone surfaces – call them what you will – these new continuous-pressed porcelain behemoths are a great opportunity … and a serious challenge. Note the coloured grout lines. 12 range of 1,600 by 3,200mm ceramic panels, 12mm thick, that will be promoted as ideal kitchen worktops.

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Conestoga Tile Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Always the pioneers in ceramic technology, they have once again developed a porcelain tile that is sure to change the interior and exterior ambiance of the world’s architectural structures. Do you dream of calacatta marble countertops but would not dare install it because of the soft nature of the stone and maintenance nightmare?

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 24, 2012

One-on-One with Donato Pompo, Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants. Most importantly, he is the founder of San Diego-based Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants, and the University of Tile and Stone, a pre-eminent provider of education to industry employees and customers. Jeffrey Steele. TD: What did you learn from your father’s experience?

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Conestoga Tile

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Always the pioneers in ceramic technology, they have once again developed a porcelain tile that is sure to change the interior and exterior ambiance of the world’s architectural structures. Do you dream of calacatta marble countertops but would not dare install it because of the soft nature of the stone and maintenance nightmare?

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 8, 2015

CERAMIC TILE Given the numerous shapes, sizes and colors available, ceramic tile is probably the most versatile option (it’s also proven to be timeless). Most tile requires minimal maintenance, just be sure to seal the grout so it doesn’t get stained or absorb water.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JUNE 6, 2018

Image: Elle Decor UK This bathroom may be traditional, but the combination of marble with lighter blue walls and cabinets feels updated and modern. Image: Deirdre Eagles Design Rich blue bathrooms Designers grouted the honeycomb-pattern blue tiles in a contrasting ivory to accentuate the geometric pattern.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

APRIL 11, 2012

. • Apavisa (Booth 2519) is heading to Coverings with Archconcept, a new collection of patterns in stone, metal and cement finishings that are inspired by the latest manufacturing technology and trends in architecture. • Casalgrande Padana SpA (Booth 4700) is showing Architecture and Bios.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Commercially rated HDPC waterproof vinyl tile features high-definition visuals, grout-look edges with embossed texture, which are said to rival the look of ceramic tile and natural stone. The Triple Scratch Protection will be applied to most of Republic Floor products as a standard in the coming year. HDPC waterproof vinyl tile.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JUNE 29, 2015

Due to frequent use and the resulting wear and tear, bathrooms tend to start breaking down after about 20 years, whether that’s a perpetually leaky faucet or crumbling grout or chipping tiles (or all three). In that regard, choose quartz instead of marble and make sure glass shower doors are treated with anti-spotting agents.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 19, 2016

In recent years, ceramic tile that mimics the look of hardwood has become popular, as well as travertine and slate. While outdated kitchens may have the inconvenient tile-and-grout or cheap vinyl for workspace, the variety of countertop surfaces options out there today are endless. Image: Kristina Crestin Design 3.

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Decorator on Demand

FEBRUARY 3, 2012

This tile is great, it adds really nice texture without seeing any grout joints. The slab was a little more money, but worth it to my clients who dont like grout lines. Oh and yes I took out the tired marble surround and replaced it with the travertine tile I used in the floor of his kitchen to tie it all in. ceramic lamp. (1).

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