CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 13, 2015

If you’re looking for something special for your restaurant’s walls and flooring that can stand up to high traffic while also being resistant to water, food and drink spills, and environmental damage, take a look at beautiful cement tile. Below are some of our top uses for cement tiles in restaurants! Want to learn more?

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 13, 2018

Just like movies released this time of year hope to be the blockbuster hit of the summer, Architectural Ceramics recently launched a few new tile collections that we hope will be a hit among clients like you. From drama and romance, to action and comedy, the movie industry and AC have something for everyone. Related Links.

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Granada Tile

MARCH 31, 2016

And our Cluny cement tiles are there! Start by visiting our cement tile shop to peruse our large selection of in-stock handmade master-crafted cement tiles and call us today at 213-788-4238 to discuss which of our encaustic tile designs would be perfect for your home or restaurant project.

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Granada Tile

JANUARY 28, 2014

At Granada Tile , we love seeing how our clients incorporate our sensational cement tiles in new and exciting ways. Don’t get us wrong—we love the backsplashes and floor tile installations that we see—but we go gaga when we see unusual cement tile installations. Headed to Chicago soon?

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 4, 2015

Colorful, dimensional Hispaniola cement tiles liven up a powder room. The Hispaniola Collection from Avente Tile is an exclusive, made-to-order series of beautiful handmade cement tiles inspired by the climate, textures and surroundings of the Dominican Republic. See All Elevations Relief Cement Tile.

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Granada Tile

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

As featured on Remodelista , San Francisco’s fast-casual Italian restaurant, Barzotto, uses the lively black and white diamond pattern of Granada Tile Company’s Fez cement tiles to delineate the ordering area of the restaurant from the monochromatic seating area in the back.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 5, 2019

If you aren’t familiar with Pantone’s annual announcement, the Color of the Year a recurring pick from Pantone’s color experts that influences the gamut of design industries from fashion to interior design. We think the 2020 pick is spot on as far as the design industry goes. Bringing Blue to your Tile Design.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 2, 2013

The Tile and Stone Industry, Social Media and the Value of Pinterest. Through increased exposure via Pinterest , designers, architects, stone and tile businesses, retailers and distributors are allowed access to millions of inspiring projects and settings they would never have seen before unless they conducted specific searches.

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Tile Talk

MAY 19, 2015

By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. Last month, I reported some of my favorite tile trends and finds from Coverings in the my blog post Tile Trends 2015: Variety is the Spice of Tile. One of the most unique new tile designs I spotted at the show is a relief cement wall tile line from Aguayo Tiles called Elevations.

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Granada Tile

APRIL 21, 2016

The simple, yet arresting, black and white concrete tile floor is the perfect foil for the large black framed mirror, a generous soaking tub and a marble topped vanity, an industrial yet elegant look that has us dying to dive in! The finishing touches: plants, Missoni towels and a simple wooden stool.

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Granada Tile

NOVEMBER 30, 2015

When Issac Aptaker decided to update the old bathroom in his Silverlake, Los Angeles home, he remembered the blue and white Fez cement tiles he’d seen at nearby coffee shop Intelligentsia. Our Fez concrete tile is used as the floor tile and are also used in the shower stall. And he was right!

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 17, 2018

Just like movies released this time of year hope to be the blockbuster hit of the summer, Architectural Ceramics recently launched a few new tile collections that we hope will be a hit among clients like you. From drama and romance, to action and comedy, the movie industry and AC have something for everyone. Related Links.

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Granada Tile

APRIL 20, 2017

Victorian tiles are a type of encaustic tile that are most notably known for their striking geometric patterns. They are often used for restorations and historical replicas, but many interested buyers are also using Victorian tiles for new buildings and modern style homes. The History of Victorian Tiles.

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Granada Tile

SEPTEMBER 30, 2015

Even something as simple as a cement tile backsplash can bring a whiff of fresh air to your space. Is it time to give yours an update?

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

New Tile Designs, Installation Products from Surfaces 2013. event serving the floor covering industry, once again brought together buyers and sellers from around the world to see the latest floor covering products, tools, services and technologies. Here are a few of my favorites: ARTO Bricks Mondrian tile design. Crossville Inc.’s

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Granada Tile

JANUARY 13, 2016

GET THE LOOk of the cement floor tile in this living room using Granada Tile’s Bucharest concrete tiles in a custom color palette of chocolate, white, silver and blue. Cement tile, concrete tile, encaustic tile or, to put a French spin on it Carreaux de Ciment.

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Tile Talk

MAY 7, 2013

Coverings 2013 Floors Attendees with New Tile, Stone Designs. Coverings 2013 lived up to, and exceeded, all expectations as THE Ultimate Tile + Stone Experience. With that, more than 900 exhibitors from over 50 countries packed the aisles of the Georgia World Congress Center with the latest, most innovative stone and tile products.

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Tile Talk

MAY 14, 2013

Tiles with a Classic Spanish Touch. New Clay Arabesque Ceramic Tiles Offer Classic Spanish Touch. Similar in their hand-crafted workmanship to our line of Arabesque Spanish Cement Tile , our Clay Arabesque Ceramic Tile collection pays homage to its Moorish and Spanish tile roots with deep, rich colors and intriguing geometric shapes.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 18, 2019

Learn more about how the PANTONE Color of the Year is selected, this year’s color: Living Coral, and how to incorporate it into your designed interior space (which we hope includes tile from Architectural Ceramics, of course). A kitchen renovation featuring a white subway tile backsplash and Living Coral cabinetry.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 23, 2013

Cadiz Tiles Add Warmth to Maine Coastal Kitchen. If you follow this blog, you know theres nothing I like better than sharing a tile installation photo from our customers! They were kind enough to show us how they used Aventes Spanish Cadiz Tiles! They were kind enough to show us how they used Aventes Spanish Cadiz Tiles!

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Garden State Tile Blog

APRIL 4, 2019

It’s been a pivotal few years for the tile and surface industry. From porcelain to cement to natural stone, new designs and innovations have lead to some of the most breathtaking new collections for both residential and commercial projects. Read on to see what tile trends are on the horizon from Garden State Tile !

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Tile Talk

APRIL 9, 2013

Spring into a Tranquil Space with Leaf Imprint Tiles. Project Pick: Leaf Imprint Tiles Make a Tranquil Space Bring the outdoors in with our Leaf Imprint Tiles! These decorative leaf tiles are pressed with real leaves, giving them a fossilized look. Of course, the artisan agreed and the tiles arrived in time for the show.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 23, 2012

Innovation, possibilities and technology in ceramic tile. This past week I attended an event in Boston that was hosted by Tile of Spain which showed the advances that have been made in ceramic tile. Is it wood or tile? Now just by looking at the photo above, can you tell if this is ceramic tile or real wood?

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Tile Talk

MARCH 12, 2013

Avente Tile Owner Selected to Participate in Coverings Discussion. As the founder and owner of Avente Tile, I take great pride in offering each of my clients a diverse and unique professional experience. From strict sale policies, to reduced prices and no sales tax, the internet has created a new frontier for the industry to navigate.

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Tile Talk

JULY 22, 2014

By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. Since launching our new line of Porcelain Pool Tile earlier this month, we''ve been getting a lot of questions about what makes porcelain tile better than ceramic tile. More commonly, the question is simply, "What is the difference between porcelain and ceramic tile?"

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 6, 2012

Turkish Tile: Artistry Through the Ages. The significance of Turkish ceramic tiles occupies a prominent place in the history of Islamic art. Throne scene on a star-shaped tile using the Iranian-Seljuk minai technique. Siren on a star-shaped tile, underglaze painting, Kubadabad Palace, c. Turkish Ceramic Tile Develops.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

Let’s take a quick look at how your next tile project can be inspired by two beloved beverages. We hope you get inspired for your next tile project: Photo: Chai Latte inspiration, compliments of Loren Tomas for Architectural Ceramics. Here, the Batik glass tile is used vertically behind a bathroom vanity.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 30, 2013

How to Create a Stunning Mosaic Tile Wall Feature. Avente Tile welcomes a new tile perspective to our blog. Our guest post is provided by Ruth Hinds on behalf of Tons of Tiles , U.K.-based Then, its just a case of picking the best tiles for your job! Use Handmade Tiles. Lets Talk Tile. bathroom tile.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 18, 2013

Italian Made: Fashionable Tile, Design. The same determination applies to their design sense when it comes to tile. From Venetian glass mosaic tiles, to ceramic tile that closely resembles heavy brocade patterns, to the crispness of summery linens, it seems the Italians have perfected the art of mimicry.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 29, 2012

Ceramic Tiles Creative Nature. And now, onto the topic of ceramic tile and nature! Ceramic tile has been a part of building history for centuries. Naturally, over time, this material with its new found purpose led to the production of ceramic tile back in 14,000 B.C. Iznik ceramic tile motif (16th century).

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 17, 2018

So take a break from crunching the numbers, and take a look at a few tile examples from Architectural Ceramics that have cash in mind. We’re hoping you’ll file one or two ideas away to use on a tile renovation after a tax refund comes your way. The penny round tile shown above is in a matte finish and the color Copper.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 16, 2013

With its eye towards the future, Coverings 2013 has remained steadfast in its quest to provide the best possible experience for the attendees of its annual tile and stone trade fair and expo. The four-day exposition serves as a valuable resource for continuing education within all segments of the industry. Coverings 2013 Highlights.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 18, 2012

Thanks to the Tile Heritage Foundation. 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. They promote contemporary tile work as well.

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Rubble Tile

JULY 14, 2022

When selecting tile for your project, you want something that goes beyond sheer durability. Not every tile option can provide you. You want something that will age like a fine wine, and get better over time. And you want something that’s in-stock in the US.

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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. The Trends.

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Granada Tile

FEBRUARY 29, 2016

When we saw this teahouse on Design Milk , our attention was immediately drawn to the black and white cement floor tile. Designed by Matt Woods , the design retains the framework of the former industrial space — polished concrete floors, herringbone strutted wooden ceilings and brick walls — and softens it. .

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Granada Tile

OCTOBER 1, 2017

Get inspired by the top fall home trends forecasted by these industry experts. From pillows to the backsplash, patterns in large geometric shapes can freshen up just about any room with an instant update. Layering and Mixing Patterns and Colors on Backsplashes and Floors. Geometric Patterns in Classic Color Schemes. Fisher of J.

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