Diary of a Tile Addict

JANUARY 22, 2024

It’s been a year and AI hasn’t taken over yet, but is it closer to taking over the job of a tile-addicted blogger? I gave it the same prompt as last time – “write a funny article about a real unique tile collection” and let it rip. It’s a tile-tastic way to communicate without saying a word.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

AUGUST 29, 2023

Fred Hueston, President and Founder of Stone Forensics , recently published Why It Is Important to Hire a Certified Tile Installer, Including CTEF Certification. The article is so powerful that - with Fred's permission - we are sharing highlights with you here. Have you read it?

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JG Kitchens

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

I love tile! You can see still see intact tile installations created hundreds or thousands of years ago when you travel to historic sites. Check out these top 10 tile trends for 2020 in my latest Forbes.com article. It’s one of the most versatile, durable, low maintenance design materials available anywhere.

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The Tile Shop

SEPTEMBER 23, 2010

Check out the latest issue of This Old House Magazine (October 2010, Issue 142, pages 94-99)- our tile is featured in the article "Vintage Bath on a Budget". Charles, MO completely renovated their master bathroom and used our tile. Tiles featured: Lansdale Carrara and Claros Silver. A couple from St.

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Tile Excellence

MARCH 28, 2017

Ceramic Tile Repairs Floor Tile Replacement and Shower ReGrouts MA Reality persuaded us to rewrite several of Tile Excellence ' s blog posts for their publication, including contractor " Guide s" and " Expert Contributors ". This "Guide" is on Ceramic Tile Repairs: Floor Tile Replacement and Shower Regrout s.

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Granada Tile

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Many people incorporate cement tiles into their design projects for classic elegance and sophistication. We’ve even seen them put into use hundreds of years ago, and today, stunning homes around the world exhibit different variations of these lovely tiles. Benefits of Cement Tiles. Cement tiles are also versatile.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

MARCH 12, 2024

CTEF has evolved the Certified Tile Installer (CTI ) hands-on test with a transition from bullnose to metal transition profiles. In this article, I'll share perspective on the change as, by now, you may have seen and heard about it.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

OCTOBER 18, 2022

If you've not completed the Certified Tile Installer program , you should reconsider. Instead, we invite you to learn from Chris Osterritter CTI #1800 in this article from the Qualified Labor Series. Are you a CTI? Don't take if from CTEF.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

We’ve collected all the recycled plastic tiles here , and all the unusual reclaimed material surfaces we know of here , and now we’ve combined the two with a collection of five tiles made from a whole host of waste materials. To access the full article become a Diary of a Tile Addict member. Metallic Silver.

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Tile Excellence

JANUARY 21, 2017

Ceramic Tile Floor Repairs and Shower Regrouts are big topics in the world of tile installation and tile repair. By popular demand, one of the Guide Articles written by Tile Excellence and published by Mass Reality. Ceramic Tile Repairs: Floor Tile Replacement and Shower Re-grouts

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Tile Excellence

JANUARY 21, 2017

Ceramic Tile Floor Repairs and Shower Regrouts are big topics in the world of tile installation and tile repair. By popular demand, one of the Guide Articles written by Tile Excellence and published by Mass Reality. Ceramic Tile Repairs: Floor Tile Replacement and Shower Re-grouts

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 25, 2021

Happy Monday to all the fellow tile – enthusiasts and designers out there! We thought this was the perfect occasion to share one of our favorite tile uses, the tile mosaic. As always, take some time to read our input then check out the link for the full article and additional pictures! Mosaic Tile Magic.

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JG Kitchens

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Here are seven top trends to watch — and more than 20 great tile pics to savor. If you’re planning on remodeling your home, building a new home or updating an investment property, then you almost certainly have a tile budget. Click here for the article link. Photo Courtesy: Ceramics of Italy ).

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Granada Tile

MAY 29, 2019

What could encompass all of these besides handmade cement tiles? The word ‘handmade’ by itself evokes a sense of luxury, and each tile having undergone a specific process to end up a beautiful piece on its own allows the designer to truly represent his or her vision without sacrificing that luxury. Photography by Jason Schmidt.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

This week, we decided to feature some unusual and underappreciated uses for tile, whether it be porcelain, ceramic, cement…you name it! From table tops, to art-work, and everything in-between, we found some of the best non-traditional uses for tile in and around hour home and are excited to share. Top 5 Design Posts of the Week.

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Tile Excellence

DECEMBER 31, 2014

Ceramic Tile Repairs: Floor Tile Replacement and Shower Re-grouts By Chris Lawson The is an article rewritten/edited by the staff at Mass Reality. This is one of two articles rewritten and then used as an Expert Guide for use by their clients. This blog entry was orginally written by Chris Lawson.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

AUGUST 31, 2021

If you're installing large format glass tile (per ANSI A137.2, any tile larger than 3” x 3” or nine square inches) in a shower, do you know what steps to follow and questions to ask? As we've mentioned in previous articles, installing tile in showers requires careful preparation given the extreme environment working showers create.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

AUGUST 18, 2020

Have you wondered what goes into specifying ceramic tile, stone and glass for kitchen and bath installations - especially if you want those installations to be successful? Here's a summary with highlights and the actual presentation included at the end of the article.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 17, 2020

Take a look at this article on how to beat the heat using design features, not just a giant AC unit the neighbors will eventually complain about. Written back in 2018 during one of the hottest summers I can remember, this article shows off 7 more unique ways to keep it cool during summertime. 7 More Unique Heat-Beating Strategies.

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Tile of Spain USA

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

The Spanish tile sector, more specifically, the Castellón tile group, stands out for their capacity to innovate and never cease in their quest to improve the possibilities of ceramic tile coverings. These advancements have resulted in the creation of formats of up to 3.5 meters (11.5

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

JULY 6, 2021

Ceramic tile is infinitely versatile. That's thanks to inspired design from Healing Environments and expert tile installers. In this article, we connect with Susan El-Naggar, ASID, NCIDQ, LEED Green Associate. In this article, we connect with Susan El-Naggar, ASID, NCIDQ, LEED Green Associate. It is also sustainable.

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JG Kitchens

DECEMBER 6, 2016

This month, the topic was tile trends from Cersaie, the massive Italian expo I attended in September. Why am I sharing this article for pros here? Or any of my other KBDN articles, for that matter? You’ve already seen the article I wrote for the San Diego Union-Tribune on some of my favorite products from the show.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Flooded tile installations have been top-of-mind lately given two extreme hurricanes within two weeks. In anticipation of questions, we're pooling together advice about how commonly dry area tile installations act as a submerged swimming pool-like installation for a period of time.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 2, 2019

Come globe trotting with us to beautiful vacation spots, home and abroad, that offer endless design and tile inspiration. The dimensional ceramic tile is available in two main shapes, Elle and Tear. In Lisbon, the buildings and streets are covered in tile, image via Find Us Lost. The European Traveler. Barcelona, Spain.

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Tile of Spain USA

DECEMBER 3, 2013

Congratulations to Tile of Spain manufacturer Magna Tile. Their Luxury Series tile has been listed in the ‘TOH Top 100 Best New Home Products 2013’ from This Old House magazine. The article states that ‘the smaller bricks on these puzzle-piece ceramic tiles effectively lay themselves’.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

JULY 14, 2020

You've probably noticed that this blog focuses heavily on proper tile installation methods and techniques. At the same time, all of us involved in the CTEF Mission intensely admire timeless tile installations that truly delight the senses. >> See Coverings Elite CTEF Sponsor.

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Granada Tile

JUNE 27, 2018

If you’re a connoisseur of stunning interiors looking for a list of interior design blogs featuring beautiful cement tile images, practical advice on installing and incorporating cement tiles into residential and commercial projects and insightful tips on how to make the most of this popular material, you’ve come to the right place.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

OCTOBER 5, 2021

If you're like most homeowners, you want a qualified tile installer and great installation for your bathroom, kitchen, or home remodel. How then to qualify your tile installation contractor? We'll take you through Mark's five questions that homeowners should be asking to ensure they hire a qualified tile contractor.

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Granada Tile

APRIL 25, 2016

Bathroom floor tile, kitchen backsplash tile, patio tile — these are the expected ways to bring the beautiful designs and colors of cement tile into your home. But, as concrete tile lovers, we’re always looking for a place in our homes that would benefit from the beauty of cement tile.

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Tile of Spain USA

OCTOBER 3, 2018

Tile of Spain brings designers and manufacturers together for an immersive and educational tour. This Article Is A Sponsored Post, Originally Appearing on Metropolis. Tile of Spain, an international brand representing 125 Spanish tile manufacturers, thought it was high time to bring such an experience to the interior design community.…

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

Creative floor tiling. Its a bit of a story to this tile project as this section of the floor has been concrete for a few years. We went to the tile store that we had purchased from here in Eleuthera and they no longer carried the same tiles that we had used so it was decision time. Tuesday, November 27, 2012.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Have you seen this video by Sal DiBlasi about the hands-on Certified Tile Installer (CTI) test ? We've even embedded it into this article. If you haven't and you're considering becoming certified, we encourage you to do so.

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Tile of Spain USA

JUNE 6, 2013

Tile of Spain has partnered with ARCHITECT Magazine and Hanley Wood University to launch a new CEU. This educational article sums up today’s architectural ceramics with three terms – innovative, versatile, and high performance. Blog CEU Education Free Online CEU tile of spain' … Continue Reading.

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Tile of Spain USA

OCTOBER 4, 2012

Tile of Spain has just partnered with Architectural Record to launch a new CEU for architects and designers. An Ecological Basis for Selecting Ceramic Tile : Evaluating ceramic tile for use in green building projects, sponsored by Tile of Spain, is now available in the Architectural Record Continuing Education Center.

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Tile Talk

JULY 30, 2013

Cement Tile Designs: From Antiquity to Tomorrow. 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. Typically, cement tile comes in 8" x 8" and 10" x 10" sizes. 16 Tile Layout.

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JG Kitchens

APRIL 10, 2019

I’m in Orlando at the moment, checking out the latest tile innovations, products and trends at Coverings. Here’s an early look at the top looks at this massive tile expo. I always enjoy this show, as tile is one of my favorite design materials. Gorgeous patterns in tile can create dramatic room features.

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Granada Tile

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Create a focal point in your bathroom that is also functional with cement tile. As the best tile for showers, cement tile offers a wide range of benefits for this space. Look for Tile Qualities and Conditions. When compared to ceramic, glass or stone tile, cement tile are the best tiles for showers.

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