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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. Portuguese ceramic tile serves as a beautiful, functional and architectural element on structures and homes. Portuguese ceramic tile adorn walls as architectural elements, as well as act as sign posts. design standards. at 6:00 AM.

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Florim’s MileStone brand to debut at Coverings

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The brand has its own story we’re proud of and it is being recognized in the community and marketplace with customers, distributors, architectures and designers. The company holds several certifications for its ongoing efforts in sustainability, including Green Squared, a multi-attributed ANSI standard.

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Why You’ll Fall In Love With The Green Architecture Trend

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Sustainable architecture is becoming more and more accessible to the residential market. A few decades ago, the concept of sustainable architecture was reserved for a small niche market. Let us tell you more about the sustainable architecture trend. Image Via: Duket Architects Planners. Sustainability is a smart decision.

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Coverings releases 2023 education lineup

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Attendees will gain insight into today’s sustainability market and the current conversation around carbon emissions, detailing the need for furthering the demands of environmental transparency, standardized environmental performance and human health optimization pertinent to product ingredients.

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Experience Coverings 2016 With Unique Programs from Local Chicago Partners

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

Over the course of a three-week program, SAIC students studying Architecture, Interior Architecture and Fine Arts, will learn about the process of selecting tile materials, creating construction/installation drawings, and installing the product to perform optimally.

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Picco Group receives 2022 Grande Pinnacle Award

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Picco’s considerations for material extraction and handling, cubic geometry studies, stone engineering, installation and fabrication proved intrinsic to meeting the delicate project requirements and high standards. Picco Group Concord, Ontario, Canada Architectural Carving/Lettering/Sculpture John F. Rugo Stone Lorton, Va.

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The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone’s (UofCTS) Online, “Understanding the Basics of Ceramic Tile” Course is Updated

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

UofCTS also releases CTDA Certified Ceramic Tile Specialist (CCTS) Study Guide online course. The updated course offers a comprehensive look at ceramic tile uses, including industry standards, installation methods, avoiding problems, sales training, and how to work effectively with clients.

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