Tile Talk

JUNE 10, 2014

Last week we introduced our new Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool ! 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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Tile Talk

MARCH 4, 2014

The natural world and everyday common objects can be the inspiration for decorative patterns. Patterns are decorative designs on the surface of materials that usually have a repeating design motif. decorative tile. hand painted tile. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Decor Girl. Geo 21-2 Cement Tile.

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Tile Talk

MAY 13, 2014

Her use of decorative, interwoven lines illustrate the natural environments resembling Nordic folk art, ancient Vikings styles, as well as Caribbean essences, such as: color, warmth, the Coralillo flower, tropical gardens, and the sea. decorative tile. hand painted tile. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 26, 2013

We discussed the different hand painted Spanish Tiles lines. A few days later she placed a sample order that included several popular hand painted Spanish decorative tiles and our Yucatan field tiles. A Hand Painted Sink Adds a Special Touch. Spanish Tile and Hand Painted Trim. She was prepared for the lead time.

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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. These star polygons were not limited only to the painted figure. This technique evolved to include painted pictures on plain tiles which were then glazed and fired afterwards. decorative tile.

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Tile Talk

MAY 6, 2014

I was thrilled to see porcelain tiles paying homage to traditional and contemporary cement tile patterns. And remember, while the look is that of hand-crafted cement, these tiles are made entirely of porcelain. As an advocate of hand-crafted ceramic and cement tile, I felt more connection than ever to these new porcelain tiles.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 4, 2013

If you are considering this flooring option, this article provides valuable tips and important considerations on ceramic tiles. decorative tile. hand painted tile. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Decor Girl. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. The Buyers Guide to Ceramic Tiles 1.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 2, 2012

With the close of the 30th edition of Cersaie, the International Exhibition of Ceramics for Architecture and Bathroom Furnishings held annually in Bologna, Italy, once again proved itself as the launching pad for newly developed ceramic, porcelain, glass and mosaic tile products that will soon hit showrooms and the marketplace.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 26, 2013

The variation found in each hand-painted tile mimics nature in that no two hand-colored leaves are exactly the same. Large Pressed Leaf Tiles Pressed with real leaves, these decorative hand-painted 8"x8" tiles include a Maple Leaf , Ash Leaf and Ginkgo Leaf design. decorative tile. hand painted tile. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

JULY 30, 2013

In my last blog article, I wrote about the mosaic tile floors of Fishborne Roman Palace in Sussex, England. This article will explore how ancient designs still have a place in modern life. In this final design, for this article, the pattern requires two tiles. decorative tile. hand painted tile. Decor Girl.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 9, 2013

These decorative leaf tiles are pressed with real leaves, giving them a fossilized look. Our leaf tiles are hand-colored and offer a subtle way to enhance your kitchen or bathroom with a decorative touch. Pressed with real leaves, these decorative hand-painted 8"x8" tiles include a Maple Leaf, Ash Leaf, and Ginkgo Leaf design.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 24, 2014

They were open to the sky and fresh air, adorned with luscious plant-life, sculpture, decorative masonry, and a fountain or pool. decorative tile. hand painted tile. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Decor Girl. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. backsplash designs. bathroom design.

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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. I do have a soft spot for tile and love seeing how decorative tile is used to add a splash of color or touch of interest to a home. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 5, 2013

Now, let’s take a look at what defines hand-crafted, hand-painted tiles by examining the process of silk-screening to glazing. Making Hand Painted Tiles Video. Making Hand Painted Field Tile. decorative tile. hand painted tile. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Decor Girl. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 18, 2013

Patchworks tiles, such as “ Minoo” by Marcel Wander for Bardelli, feature ornate 8”x8” porcelain floor tiles in five silkscreen patterns reminiscent of Persian rugs. For Mosaico+, renowned mosaic artist Carlo Dal Bianco used mosaics from the company’s various lines to create a series of new decorations.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 4, 2012

Recognized for having one of the richest and varied art legacies, Persia (now Iran) used this form of art to decorate palaces, public buildings, monuments, mausoleums, and religious buildings, such as mosques and theological schools. It holds an important position among the various decorative arts in Iranian architecture. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 8, 2014

To get you started on your Spring cleaning and freshening up of spaces, here are several handmade cement tile and hand-painted ceramic tiles that evoke the feelings of this season year-round. Barcelona Yellow Hand-Painted Ceramic Tile. Portuguese Braganza Hand-Painted Ceramic Tile. Spanish Cadiz Hand-Painted Ceramic Tile.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 23, 2013

This homes entry is cheerfully decorated to welcome Christmas guests. If you haven’t already joined, Pinterest has served us with great inspiration for holiday foods and decoration ideas. Avente Tiles Deer in Moonlight Hand-Painted Ceramic Tile Mural. decorative tile. hand painted tile. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 6, 2012

Siren on a star-shaped tile, underglaze painting, Kubadabad Palace, c. Seljuk mosques, medreses (a building or group of buildings used for teaching Islamic theology), tombs, and palaces were lavishly decorated with these exquisite, handmade tiles vividly in turquoise, cobalt blue, eggplant, and black. Aladdin Palace, Konya, Turkey.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 20, 2013

With this renewed back-to-basics philosophy, homeowners have found the need to refresh the look of their kitchens, be it with new, energy-conserving appliances or a fresh coat of paint, the need for a soothing, yet workable environment trumps even the most prudent of budgets. decorative tile. hand painted tile. Decor Girl.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 18, 2012

2, 2012) - After publishing this post, I was thrilled to read this article, Foundation crafts artisan-tile archive , honoring the co-founders of the Tile Heritage Foundation and their commitment to preserving our tile heritage. decorative tile. hand painted tile. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Decor Girl.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 6, 2013

With their hand-painted relief details, available either in a matte or gloss finish, these richly colored tiles boast sophisticated designs inspired by natures bounty. Fruit Basket Hand Painted Tile Mural. Measuring 18"x18", hand-painted ceramic tile mural is accented with a border of rope liner for added visual interest.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 23, 2013

The Ryans, who shared these photos, chose the vibrant hand-painted Spanish Cadiz tiles to add focal points to the white tile backsplashes behind their oven and kitchen sink. Its a great example of how different sizes of decorative tile are used to bring both pattern and color to a design. Expect Variation in Hand-Painted Tiles.

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Tile Talk

JULY 23, 2013

Everywhere you go within this elegant city, you’ll notice hand-painted terracotta and ceramic tiles gracing every niche, fountain, building façade, restaurant, and more. Handmade or hand-painted tile can be found in every part of Santa Barbara, CA. A closer look at Susan Dunbars beautiful hand-painted tile craftsmanship.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 29, 2012

Bathroom Blogfest, now in its seventh year, draws attention to the customer experience through blog articles and social media content published over five days, from October 29 through November 2, 2012. decorative tile. hand painted tile. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Decor Girl. Bathroom Blogfest 2012: Oct.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 12, 2013

Since its inception in 2003, Avente Tiles online tile showroom has sold hand-painted ceramic tile, handmade cement tile, and artisan tiles through various channels of the internet, including our website , this blog, Facebook , Twitter , Houzz , guest posts, and most importantly, word of mouth and repeat business. decorative tile.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 11, 2014

Make your fireplace the focal point of the room with hand-painted ceramic or cement tiles. However, decorative ceramic tiles, like our Malibu or Portuguese tiles provide eye-catching patterns and designs. And, dont forget the stunning glazes found in our hand-painted plain or field tile can provide an elegant and classic look, too.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

A fireplace using hand-painted Spanish Tile. You can add decorative tile as accents or create a pattern with plain tile using two or three different colors of tile. Detail of hand-painted Spanish tile accents used for this fireplace. Hand-painted Spanish tiles create a rustic look.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 15, 2014

The pinwheel pattern is a popular and versatile tile layout that adds great visual interest by integrating solid color with decorative tiles into a timeless design. Or, you could choose to incorporate decorative tile with plain field tile, as seen in the two concepts show below. decorative tile. hand painted tile.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 27, 2013

It is difficult to get the tiles to release intact even after a century² Over time station names have changed, so the tiles were painted over to conceal the old names. South Kensington is decorated with scenes reflecting the Natural History Museum. decorative tile. hand painted tile. Decor Girl. bathroom tile.

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Tile Talk

JULY 16, 2013

For this short article, I will focus on Fishborne Roman Palace, in Sussex, England. decorative tile. hand painted tile. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Decor Girl. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Have You Written a Welcome Readers Blog Article? backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 17, 2013

Each tile is exquisitely hand-painted in relief. Yucatan Dark Green Hand Painted Ceramic Tile. decorative tile. hand painted tile. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Decor Girl. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Have You Written a Welcome Readers Blog Article?

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Tile Talk

APRIL 29, 2014

decorative tile. hand painted tile. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Decor Girl. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Have You Written a Welcome Readers Blog Article? Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. backsplash designs. bathrom blogfest 2010. bathroom design.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 30, 2013

Handmade porcelain tiles are made with the most care and love, so are a great option when you want to make something really special. Labels: accent tile , backsplash designs , bathroom tile , decorative tile , glass tile , kitchen backsplash , mixed mosaics , mosaic tile , mosaics , wall tile. decorative tile. hand painted tile.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 5, 2013

Together with Arabesque Spanish floor tiles, our hand-painted La Merced ceramic tiles (from our Barcelona collection) reveal a warm and friendly surrounding. decorative tile. hand painted tile. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Decor Girl. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 16, 2012

Using cement tile to incorporate a decorative element into any room or indoor/outdoor space is an attention-getting idea and design element. We will post at least one article and focus on the customer experience and bathrooms. decorative tile. hand painted tile. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Decor Girl.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 15, 2013

Top 10 Hand Painted Tiles of 2010. Do you have a favorite cement tile or hand painted ceramic tile? decorative tile. hand painted tile. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Decor Girl. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Have You Written a Welcome Readers Blog Article?

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