Floor Covering News

JULY 22, 2021

—Confindustria Ceramica (the Italian Association of Ceramics) and the Italian Trade Agency selected the winners of the 2021 Ceramics of Italy Tile Competition here on Wednesday, July 7 at Coverings 2021 during the Ceramics of Italy press conference. DA&W Construction, Poolside Plaster, BN Painting LLC.

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Tile of Spain USA

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Sustainable, durable and versatile in design and use, ceramic tiles have played a vital role in architectural and interior design for thousands of years and have become a standout building material in projects around the world. Marble lovers will rejoice in ceramic series infused with onyx effects. Cristacer, Iron Blue.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 11, 2013

Affordable Luxury with Hand-Painted Field Tiles. Enjoy Long-Lasting, Affordable Luxury with Hand-Painted Ceramic Tiles. Of course, you can pair field tile with decorative ceramic tile to create a spectacular custom design. The wonderful translucent colors are hand-painted onto softly domed "pillow-like" tiles.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 23, 2012

Innovation, possibilities and technology in ceramic tile. This past week I attended an event in Boston that was hosted by Tile of Spain which showed the advances that have been made in ceramic tile. Now just by looking at the photo above, can you tell if this is ceramic tile or real wood? Tuesday, October 23, 2012. Thats value!

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Diary of a Tile Addict

AUGUST 16, 2021

In 1965 she took up ceramics at the La Jolla Museum of Modern Art, setting herself apart with her architecture-inspired sculptural designs. Having acquired a degree in Ceramics from UC Santa Cruz and a relocated to Central Oregon, Susanne’s future as a tile designer was cemented. Kibak Tile.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 18, 2019

Learn more about how the PANTONE Color of the Year is selected, this year’s color: Living Coral, and how to incorporate it into your designed interior space (which we hope includes tile from Architectural Ceramics, of course). A sales and design associate would be tickled pink to pull together ceramic and marble samples for you.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

While we can’t help you clean out your closet by purging, thanking, or folding your clothes, Architectural Ceramics can help you clean your tile floor or backsplash. Check out the following tips below, organized into categories, to care for and maintain your porcelain, ceramic, glass or natural stone tile. Windex anyone?

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 26, 2019

At Architectural Ceramics, we often collaborate with local architects and interior designers to craft well-designed and personalized spaces. A modern and rustic farmhouse renovation, designed by Sagatov Design + Build ; cement tile backsplash from Architectural Ceramics. Backsplash Tile.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 4, 2017

You can’t think of Mexican tile without picturing colorful, hand-painted designs. Deep, rich colors are then painted over the white. The beauty in handmade or hand-painted tile is that the glaze and embellishments will vary in color. When you do, don’t forget to follow Architectural Ceramics, Inc.

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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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Tile Talk

AUGUST 6, 2013

Fresh-Picked Gourmet Garden Ceramic Tiles. Fresh-Picked Gourmet Garden Ceramic Tiles. You can keep the memories and feelings of summer alive throughout the year with our ceramic Gourmet Garden Ceramic Tiles and Fruit, Floral and Vegetable Garden Murals. Fruit Basket Hand Painted Tile Mural. Tuesday, August 6, 2013.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MARCH 16, 2018

We all know that ceramic tile is the world’s greatest surface finish, with unsurpassed aesthetics, technical performance, practicality, architectural flexibility and eco-credentials. Along with National Tile Week in the UK, this American event sounds like an open goal for tile retailers and tile distributors.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 24, 2019

Now that Memorial Day Weekend is here, it’s time to kick off the unofficial start of summer with 5 tile collections, available with Architectural Ceramics of course, that feature white in a big way. The 10″x30″ field size and the three patterns make the otherwise white ceramic wall tile unique.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 4, 2013

The Buyers Guide to Ceramic Tiles. Ceramic tiles are materials that can add glamor and value to any part of your home. If you are considering this flooring option, this article provides valuable tips and important considerations on ceramic tiles. The Buyers Guide to Ceramic Tiles 1. The Buyers Guide to Ceramic Tiles 1.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 2, 2019

While sites like Travel.com offers suggestions of where to go with their article, the Top 10 Most Searched Summer Destinations , at Architectural Ceramics, we’ve come up with our own 10 cities, as well as tile collections inspired by each popular place. The dimensional ceramic tile is available in two main shapes, Elle and Tear.

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Tile Talk

JULY 1, 2014

With the same giddiness that accompanies summer, we''re proud to introduce our Malibu Field Tiles , the latest addition to our extensive collection of ceramic tiles. Please make sure to visit our dedicated Ceramic Tile FAQs page for any questions you may have. Appreciating Spanish Revival Architecture. Image by Arpi Nalbandian.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 29, 2012

Ceramic Tiles Creative Nature. And now, onto the topic of ceramic tile and nature! Ceramic tile has been a part of building history for centuries. According to the American Ceramic Society, the first discovered instance of ceramic figurines used for ceremonial purposes occurred in 24,000 B.C. 29 through Nov.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 15, 2013

2012s Top 12 Cement & Ceramic Tiles. Portuguese Ruan - 6" x 6" Ceramic Tile. Nevertheless, our timeless ceramic tile patterns are not to be outdone! Top 10 Hand Painted Tiles of 2010. Do you have a favorite cement tile or hand painted ceramic tile? ceramic tile. hand painted tile. at 6:00 AM.

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The Perfect Bath

MAY 14, 2014

I look for tight grout joints, carefully calculated and pre-planned cuts so there are no unsightly shapes in the grid and finally, in the case of ceramic tile, the use of correct trimmers. Ceramic tile is a great material for both the bath and kitchen. And, impress your tile installer!

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 29, 2019

Architectural Ceramics carries a wide variety of materials each with their own features. Should you choose stone, ceramic, glass or something else? Ceramic tile is made from red or white clay and is usually coated with a decorative glaze. Porcelain tile is similar to ceramic tile, but is more durable and stain-resistant.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 3, 2018

A variety of items work for bringing a new color into a space, like lamps, statues, ceramics and candles. Image: Burnham Design Painted Accent Furniture Another idea for an updated color scheme is to simply paint some accent furniture or buy small pieces that have the new color you wish to introduce.

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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. Instead of flowers, let’s talk showers and shower tile. Underneath It All.

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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. Encore Ceramics is another example of American-made tile.

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Giotile

OCTOBER 22, 2014

Considered a revolutionary in architecture and design, Ponti had his roots in the ceramics industry and remained involved in ceramics throughout his working life. Also known as an important industrial designer, furniture designer, artist and publisher, Ponti is said to have revolutionized the worlds of architecture and design.

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Granada Tile

MAY 29, 2019

Encaustic tiles begin their lives differently than porcelain or ceramic. Both practical and beautiful, encaustic cement tiles are poured rather than painted and created under pressure rather than heat. Ceramic tiles are fired in a kiln, while encaustic cement tiles are poured into a mold and compressed using pressure.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 3, 2019

Many contemporary terracotta tiles , like our Duquesa Collection pictured above, implement hand-painting techniques as well. When you aren’t celebrating Cinco de Mayo this weekend, stop by one of Architectural Ceramic’s showrooms to browse our specialty vendors like those from Mexico and more. Hasta pronto!

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 17, 2018

So take a break from crunching the numbers, and take a look at a few tile examples from Architectural Ceramics that have cash in mind. Since we’re on the heels of our March Madness: ACI’s Final Four Tile Matchups blog, let’s round out a list in the same main tile types: porcelain, ceramic, glass and natural stone.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

AUGUST 16, 2021

In 1965 she took up ceramics at the La Jolla Museum of Modern Art, setting herself apart with her architecture-inspired sculptural designs. Having acquired a degree in Ceramics from UC Santa Cruz and a relocated to Central Oregon, Susanne’s future as a tile designer was cemented. Kibak Tile.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 31, 2017

Better yet, let’s look at a few fireplaces that feature Architectural Ceramics tile. AC’s porcelain Monticello Collection in the color Argento, image via Architectural Ceramic’s Houzz Project page. Our Pratt & Larson vendor, brings a fresh look to a traditional ceramic material.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Heck, at Architectural Ceramics, we wrote a blog about it featuring our large-format tile. Ati Williams, real estate entrepreneur and owner of DC Home Buzz , partnered with Architectural Ceramics on this powder room feature wall. The back-painted glass tile uses a powder technique to achieve the hand-printed effect.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 30, 2015

It has a unique mix of Spanish and Moorish architecture styles and perhaps one of the most comprehensive collections of tiles from the day. The factory produced tiles that are still coveted today and can be be found in some of Los Angeles' architectural treasures like the Mayan Theater and City Hall. Did you enjoy today's post?

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Tile Talk

MAY 5, 2015

Deep indigo pool tiles, coupled with the architecture of the pool house, make for an incredible outdoor setting. Image via Architectural Digest. As such, these porcelain tiles embody the charm and appeal of fine handmade ceramic ware. Handcrafted artisan porcelain tiles are perfect for pools and water features.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

AUGUST 8, 2018

Its art galleries pay tribute to the masters of Impressionism, who drew inspiration from the bright colours of nature, the painted landscapes and the weather-scuplpted rocks. New villa on the Côte d’Azur featuring tiles by Ceramiche Caesar. New villa on the Côte d’Azur featuring tiles by Ceramiche Caesar.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

Project Pick: Hand-Painted Spanish Ceramic Tile Risers Aventes Spanish Tiles are beautifully hand-painted in a variety of colors and patterns on ceramic bisque using time-honored techniques. Within our hand-painted Spanish ceramic tile collection, you.ll Visit our Ceramic Tile Design Ideas section.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 13, 2018

Just like movies released this time of year hope to be the blockbuster hit of the summer, Architectural Ceramics recently launched a few new tile collections that we hope will be a hit among clients like you. The organic edge adds character to an otherwise clean-lined ceramic subway tile. Join our newsletter here.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

The event’s main USPs – strong interior design and architectural audience, convenient location, restricted stand space, and eclectic product mix – thankfully remain intact. With a similar consistency to raw grogged clay, Beetware consists of varying sized ceramic sherds, all of which are malleable and sculpturally transformative.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

The event’s main USPs – strong interior design and architectural audience, convenient location, restricted stand space, and eclectic product mix – thankfully remain intact. With a similar consistency to raw grogged clay, Beetware consists of varying sized ceramic sherds, all of which are malleable and sculpturally transformative.

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