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Decorating with Moroccan-Inspired Cement Tiles

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Dating back to the 10 th century, Moroccan tiles are truly historic pieces of art that originate in the old city of Fez, Morocco and parts of Spain. The tiles have made a significant comeback over the years, and have hypnotized home and business owners once again with their intricate geometric patterns and vibrant colors.

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Avente Tile Talk: Portuguese Ceramic Tile: Architectural History and.

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Portuguese Ceramic Tile: Architectural History and Preservation Through the Ages. They’re distinctive as much for their individuality as for anything else, with whole blocks of buildings bursting with color, each façade different. Portuguese ceramic tile adorn walls as architectural elements, as well as act as sign posts.

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Tidying Up: How to Clean Up Different Tile Types

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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. Machine-made ceramic tile from AC’s Neri Collection , available in small-scale field tile and mosaic sizes. A marble mosaic from AC’s Brocade Collection.

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Avente Tile Talk: Moroccan Tile: In a Class of Its Own

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Countries with colorful histories have always provided a deep-rooted fascination to outsiders because of their culture, traditions, food, and most importantly, the art produced within the country. Moroccan art and architecture has been steadily experiencing a renewed interest thanks to talented, visionary designer and architects.

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Cement Tiles Inspired by World Travels

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Cement tile comes in just about any color and pattern you could imagine, from classic styles that deliver a piece of history to your home or business to modern and truly personal styles. If you take a trip to Morocco , you’ll quickly notice that dazzling, colorful tiles embrace the walls and floors of nearly every building you come across.

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Avente Tile Talk: Cement Tiles Add to the Impeccable Details of.

Tile Talk

Shes good at what she does; from color choice and tile design, to finding just the right plates and chairs for her bistro, to hiring the right team. It was almost a year ago she called to order the Heritage Solid Color Chip Set for her cement tile project. Heres a great shot that showcases the color variation. 2 days ago.

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The History of Ceramic Encaustic Tiles

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Many 13 th century and earlier churches and palaces incorporated the use of tile made of various shapes and interlocked them to form a mosaic-like design. At that time, the colorful style lost importance and was replaced by cheaper and less colorful tile. What Are Some Original Colors and Designs?

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