Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 16, 2019

For Father’s Day we interviewed a new dad, our Commercial Sales Manager, David Arabe, and got his thoughts on his new role as a dad and leading our commercial sales team. Architectural Ceramics: Your clients often juggle project types like hospitality, healthcare, and corporate offices.

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Tile of Spain USA

AUGUST 13, 2020

Are you an architecture firm or design studio interested in expanding your tile expertise? Would you like to continue your education while exploring the world of Spanish architecture and design? Do you or your colleagues want to learn more about the advancements and innovations in ceramic tile production?

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 11, 2024

—Louisville Tile, a distributor of ceramic tile and related products, has promoted Tammy Henry to national director of architectural and design (A&D) sales. Her journey began in the showroom, where her design skills and natural talent for sales quickly became evident.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 20, 2016

The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone’s (UofCTS) Online. “Understanding the Basics of Ceramic Tile” Course is Updated. UofCTS also releases CTDA Certified Ceramic Tile Specialist (CCTS) Study Guide online course. Education is the fastest and easiest way to increase sales and profits!

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

Addition of sales and services leadership, and adjustments to product management, position the company to stay focused on clients while accommodating continued growth. In his new role, Brooke will manage all combined sales and service operations. Press Release. September 10, 2019.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 17, 2019

AC: Tell us a bit of background about yourself, how did you come into your current role with Architectural Ceramics? Rachelle: I am an Interior Designer by education, but fell into sales when I lived in Arizona. After my husband and I moved to the DC area in 2011, I found Architectural Ceramics. R: THE PEOPLE!

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 22, 2017

Here are a few beautiful examples of how opting for a material other than a 3″x6″ white subway tile can take your backsplash from a sweet and simple ceramic to something a bit more savory and show-stopping. Ceramic tile has a range of options far beyond a 3″x6″ white subway. Tozen 1×4 glass mosaic.

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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. We look forward to seeing you.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

Stellar handmade ceramic, Radicchio colored glaze; 4. Stellar handmade ceramic, Spice Market colored glaze; 5. Euphoria handmade ceramic, in Mystic shape, Ruby Sky colored glaze; 6. Metallic glazes on handmade ceramic field tile; 4. Masouda shape, handmade ceramic, in Vanilla glaze. Product pictured above: 1.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 1, 2019

If you are looking to save on your kitchen remodel budget, Architectural Ceramics offers complementary tile design consultations. Visit one of our tile store room locations to see options for glass, ceramic, porcelain, and stone tiles. Want weekly updates about Architectural Ceramics and our product lines?

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 29, 2020

The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone (UofCTS) said it has received many requests to make its online courses available at a lower cost. Understanding the Basics of Ceramic Tile. Throughout the course professional sales techniques and tactics are taught. The course can be completed within six to eight hours on average.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 30, 2018

With the final four games this weekend, Architectural Ceramics put together our own final four match ups, and it’s just what you’d expect: tile. Let’s see how your tile picks compare to a few of our own; and which material, porcelain, ceramic, glass or stone is favored to take it all. That would be awesome.”

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 22, 2018

Looking back on 2017, it was a good year for tile and for Architectural Ceramics. Architectural Ceramics is without a doubt, a company full of characters. We offer various tile characters: porcelain, ceramic, glass and stone. We’d like to let you in on a bit of what went on. ” Community. Innovation.

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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

OCTOBER 13, 2017

The same could be said when considering a handmade ceramic or natural stone, because the variation in the tile’s glaze or veining may surprise you. Architectural Ceramics is here to help you know what type of range, be it subtle or extreme, to expect from ceramic, porcelain and stone; and to know how best to prepare for it.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

In the month of November, we’re thankful for Thanksgiving feasts, Black Friday sales, and the ‘Movember’ trend where men grow a mustache to bring awareness to men’s health. At Architectural Ceramics, we’re excited for this sophisticated tile trend. Black is back and now it’s moody and matte.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

At Architectural Ceramics, we heart hexagons. From ceramic and porcelain to glass and marble, we have plenty of hexagon types to choose from. Because lead times for special order tile vary from vendor to vendor, please contact an AC sales associate for an estimated wait-time. Up Close & Personal. Tender Loving Care.

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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. See you soon!

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 12, 2019

If you plan to use your refund on a home renovation project, then Architectural Ceramics is here to fill your idea bank with inspiration. From ceramic to porcelain and glass to marble, you’re sure to find something that fits your style and your wallet. Ceramic tile is best used in wall applications.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Architectural Ceramics hopes you had an enjoyable Thanksgiving surrounded by family and friends. You’ll find golden nuggets like this and others by browsing one of our DC-metro area showrooms and speaking with our knowledgeable sales and design associates. Happy Holidays! Christmas is almost here!

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 5, 2019

At Architectural Ceramics, we have wood-look porcelain tiles that you won’t want to pass up. Just like the Huskie’s modern and trendy hometown for which the collection is named, at Architectural Ceramics we think that this wood-look porcelain is on point with its four color options: Light Grey, Dark Grey, Taupe, and White.

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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.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 16, 2017

We’ve been making a few lists of our own at Architectural Ceramics. Base molding: Just like wood molding is used at the bottom of a wall where it meets the floor, base molding can be made out of ceramic, marble or porcelain, and functions the same way. This type of trim is available in ceramic, marble and porcelain.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

The works range from contemporary to whimsically useful – check out the rake-fired ceramic vase! The Design Lover’s Guide to Glasgow , Architectural Digest. Visitors to Glasgow, especially those interested in design and architecture, might want to take a look at this city guide. Sightseeing for Design.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

From left to right: Joey Caponiti / Maryland Commercial Rep, Kersi Press / Baltimore Commercial Rep, Betty Sullivan / Owner and CEO, James Lewis/ National Hospitality Rep, David Arabe / Commercial Sales Manager and David Benson/President and Principal (not shown). Don’t forget that Architectural Ceramics is with MaterialBank.com.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 15, 2017

Let’s take a look at one of Architectural Ceramic’s own in-stock products: Gears. 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 Gears Collection. Grouting & Installation.

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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

MAY 31, 2019

At Architectural Ceramics, we love the look of stretching a square niche into an elongated, linear one. The handmade, white-body ceramic tile uses a miter cut at the edges around the niche, so it can wrap seamlessly from the surface of the wall to the inside of the niche itself. Linear Niches: Stretch Your Style.

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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

JANUARY 11, 2019

If you haven’t already guessed, at Architectural Ceramics, we can’t help but think of winter whites. You can also consider these porcelain, ceramic and glass collections that include nice white tile options too: Gilt Brick. Want weekly updates about Architectural Ceramics and our product lines?

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Atlanta—Coverings, the preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry in North America, has revealed a select lineup of featured educational opportunities for Coverings 2024 , which will take place April 22-25, 2024, here at the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC).

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Coverings, the preeminent event for North America’s ceramic tile and natural stone industry, unveiled a sneak peek of featured education for Coverings 2023, taking place here April 18-21, 2023, at the Orange County Convention Center. Orlando, Fla.—Coverings,

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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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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. We have a lot more than a dozen types of subway tile, however, available from Architectural Ceramics. Want weekly updates about Architectural Ceramics and our product lines?

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Granada Tile

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

Being kind to the planet is more than a current trend: it’s an architectural requirement. Encaustic cement tiles exploded onto the scene well before energy-saving appliances; they’ve been around in popular architecture as far back as the 1860s. Contact us today at (213) 788-4238 or sales@GranadaTile.com to find out more!

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 3, 2019

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. For further questions about terra cotta or Saltillo tile, or to place a tile order, please contact sales@architecturalceramics.com. Hasta pronto!

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 12, 2018

Whether it’s the collection’s name or color palette, Architectural Ceramics is getting into the seasonal spirit with tile that is fit for fall. For a porcelain tile that looks like natural wood, Architectural Ceramics has several collections to choose from. No two kids or pumpkins are exactly alike.

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