Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Headquartered in Rockville, Maryland just outside the DC-metropolitan area, Architectural Ceramics is familiar with chilly temperatures in winter. Now let’s heat things up and find out which system may be right for you. They’re experts in what goes between and under our tile; which includes floor warming systems.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 10, 2013

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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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

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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Floor Covering News

APRIL 30, 2020

for low VOC emissions in various categories including architectural coatings, sealants and adhesives. It qualifies for many green-building rating systems, including LEED v4, the WELL Building Standard, BREEAM, Living Building Challenge, NAHB Green Building Standard and more. It also conforms with CDPH Standard Method v1.2-2017

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MARCH 27, 2015

This comes as no surprise to the Architectural Services team at CUSTOM. CUSTOM Insights recently asked a few of our Architectural Consultants about why architects and specifiers rely on them and exactly how they can help. CUSTOM’s team of Architectural Consultants bring centuries of combined experience in the tile industry.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 2, 2022

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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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 14, 2015

The CUSTOM website offers resources that make specifying the right tile installation system fast and easy. Plus, you can always call on our team of Architectural Consultants for expert technical assistance. Click here to contact the architectural consultant closest to you. Request a class reservation today!

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Showgoers participating in this session will learn about embodied carbon standardization, transparency, accountability and reduction, while also gaining a deep understanding of how such initiatives align with the tile industry’s relevant objectives and why the push for alignment to a clearer definition of embodied carbon is key.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

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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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

Albany, NY – Creative Materials Corporation, a supplier of tile, brick, stone, paver systems, and other related building materials for the commercial construction industry, welcomes Stephen Brooke as the new vice president of sales and services. In his new role, Brooke will manage all combined sales and service operations.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 30, 2021

angle-fold locking system featured on Inhaus’ new Lamdura laminate line includes a special design that provides a much tighter fit between the planks. an innovative, water-resistant locking system that is standard on all Inhaus laminate products, including its newly launched Lamdura line. The Megaloc 2.0

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Ceramics of Italy

MARCH 2, 2021

It provides a concrete response to the demands of architects, who see an urgent need to introduce innovative and sustainable solutions in architecture. Design2Curtain is an aluminium framed façade solution consisting of fixed and retractable elements that can be combined with glass and porcelain tiles. www.florim.com.

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JG Kitchens

JUNE 17, 2014

I’ll be walking the Dwell on Design exhibit hall floor with Gold Notes’ Architectural Adviser, Dean Larkin, AIA. Sleek fixtures from new DXV Series (Photo Courtesy: DXV by American Standard). Silicon Valley meets Starbucks with iPhone-connected coffee system (Photo Courtesy: TopBrewer).

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Realstone

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

They can be customized to suit different architectural styles, making them a viable choice for both interior and exterior applications. Realstone Systems offers a variety of carbon slate options.

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Realstone

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

They can be customized to suit different architectural styles, making them a viable choice for both interior and exterior applications. Realstone Systems offers a variety of carbon slate options.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MARCH 19, 2012

So why is the new Green Squared standard and certification program launching at Coverings so important to the industry? The tile industry has long recognized that its products are inherently sustainable, says Bill Griese, manager of standards development and green initiatives for the Anderson, SC-based Tile Council of North America (TCNA).

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 16, 2017

We’ve been making a few lists of our own at Architectural Ceramics. To see collections available with Architectural Ceramics that include a base molding, visit our base molding product search here. To search Architectural Ceramic’s collections that include a bullnose, visit our bullnose product search here.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

AUGUST 13, 2013

standard and ISO 13007 Classification C1T. When mixed with Keralastic™, a second-generation “flexible” acrylic latex additive from MAPEI, the resulting system has exceptional bond strength, flexural strength, elongation characteristics and freeze/thaw durability, meeting the ANSI A118.15 standard and ISO 13007 Classification C2ES2P2.

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Life of an Architect

OCTOBER 23, 2013

Home / Life in General / Letters from a traveling Architecture Student Letters from a traveling Architecture Student Bob Borson — October 24, 2013 — 38 Comments 23 years ago, as a fourth year architecture student, I spent the Fall semester traveling around Western Europe soaking in all the architectural wonders I could find.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 20, 2021

A panel discussion where tile contractors share their experiences and successes with outdoor installations and review case studies that include the latest in pedestal systems and 2-centimeter pavers. Select sessions in this track include: Meeting Consumer Demand – Successful Exterior Installation.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

APRIL 23, 2018

Recipients of the Vendor Partner Award must demonstrate the highest standards for training Fishman’s sales team, its customers and general contractors in the proper use of the vendor’s products. ARDEX has been a Fishman vendor for more than seven years. They must also provide superior marketplace support for those products.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

First, there are no industry standards and this results in numerous colloquial terms used to identify the same type of finished edge. The term is particularly common in tile and masonry architectural terms. Remember that there is no specific standard for right and left hand bullnose pieces. design standards. cement tile.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 10, 2014

create a colorful tribute to Spanish Revival architecture. Each installation pays homage to a specific architectural style: a portico found in a Mission style home, an extremely decorated façade of a Spanish Renaissance commercial location, or a fountain typical of Spanish Colonial architecture found in a duplex courtyard.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 23, 2020

A home security system can provide peace of mind for you and your family, but choosing one can be a confusing process. An ADT home security system comes with brand recognition, but you need to know what devices and services you need to protect your home before you sign up. ADT home security notable features. ADT packages and prices.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 28, 2019

Freshome asked experts from Kohler, Moen, Delta and Franke Kitchen Systems for tips on understanding the function of various kitchen sink styles. For example, Moen’s SoundShield technology, standard on all stainless steel sinks, reduces vibration and noise caused by clanging dishes and the drumming sounds produced by running water.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 2, 2012

Cotto D’Este, an Italian manufacturer, has developed a revolutionary new technology to create Kerlite, a large-format, thin porcelain tile that weighs a fraction of standard thickness tile while still providing the strength and durability of porcelain. Luckily for designers and installers alike, a solution has evolved!

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Tile Talk

MARCH 19, 2013

There are four textures in this combination: Travertine, Luna, Limestone and Standard (smooth). ARTO used the Davis Color Chameleon Liquid Color System for mixing the wide assortment of pigments needed for their concrete tiles. design standards. Franke Kitchen Systems. MYD | architecture + design. bathroom design.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 17, 2014

The Arena Corinthians Stadium has been built to sustainable design standards. Architectural solutions for energy efficiency, the use of alternative energies, improvement of interior environmental quality and efficient water consumption have been implemented in this project," noted Tile of Spain. design standards. bathroom tile.

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Ceramic Industry Magazine

OCTOBER 9, 2018

The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) and the Insulating Glass Manufacturers Alliance (IGMA) have jointly released a series of web pages providing a general overview of the standards, specifications and test methods used in the window, door, and skylight industry related to glass and glazing systems.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 7, 2012

As a vital area for Mudejar art, a style influenced by Islamic tradition and more contemporary European architectural styles, Teruel’s extensive use of brick and ceramic tile on centuries-old buildings and façades serves as a timeless testament to the importance of ceramic tile as a building material. Architecture and Design.

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Tile Talk

JULY 9, 2013

Located in the southern part of the famous Las Vegas Strip, the Bellagio Resort Hotel has dominated its surroundings from the time it opened in 1998 with lush landscaping, classic architecture and elements, and a man-made, eight-acre lake reminiscent of Italy’s Lake Como. design standards. Franke Kitchen Systems.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JUNE 1, 2018

From the thermostat to your security system, the walkthough gives you the chance to learn about your home. Make sure you locate the electrical panel, fireplace controls, thermostat and security system panel, and ensure that you are comfortable in using each before you close. Appliances and features. Warranty vs. maintenance.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 27, 2019

When glueless installation systems were first incorporated into laminate floors back in the early ’90s, the primary aim was to expedite the installation process. With today’s advancements in glueless locking systems for laminates, the goal is to dramatically improve the product’s resistance to moisture incursion. By Reginald Tucker.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 4, 2012

Sheikh Lutf Allah Mosque is one of the architectural masterpieces of Safavid Iranian architecture, standing on the eastern side of Naghsh-i Jahan Square, Isfahan, Iran. It holds an important position among the various decorative arts in Iranian architecture. design standards. Franke Kitchen Systems. at 6:00 AM.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Selecting a home security system from all the competitors out there can give you a headache. Whether you’re looking for a whole-house security system, a Brinks Home Security safe, or a Brinks Home Security box, we have you covered. . Brinks’ systems bring customers many unique options, from smart devices to safes.

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Tile Talk

MAY 27, 2014

During each walk, I usually spy decorative tiles in outdoor settings that adorn the Spanish and Mediterranean homes that were influenced by Mission, Spanish, and Spanish Revival architecture. The asymmetrical arch is a rich architectural feature; but, look at the Spanish tile on the column. design standards. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

MAY 20, 2014

These tiles were commonly used as floor and wall applications and to decorate mihrabs , the architectural niches in mosques. design standards. Franke Kitchen Systems. MYD | architecture + design. Architectural Ceramics: Tile+Mosaic. Examples of this work still exist in Spain, Italy, Morocco, India, and Turkey.

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