Tile Talk

JANUARY 21, 2014

Polished Cement Tile Benefits a Kitchen Backsplash. She shared an installation photo from a recent project that showcases Aventes popular Cuban Cement Tile! A recent kitchen remodel in Quebec used Cuban Cement tiles. Everything works together using the same color palette as the tiles.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

In the month of November, we’re thankful for Thanksgiving feasts, Black Friday sales, and the ‘Movember’ trend where men grow a mustache to bring awareness to men’s health. In case shopping at midnight or facial hair aren’t your thing, there’s another trend that’s growing attention: matte black tile.

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Granada Tile

JUNE 22, 2019

From the stunning Bordeaux to the Moroccan-inspired Arabesque , Granada Tile’s handmade cement tiles are sweeping the world as a unique way to improve the look and feel of any space. Contrary to common ceramic tiles, handmade cement tiles offer the ability to customize any aspect of the design to suit your style.

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Cement Style

MARCH 3, 2022

Black and white tile patterns are both classic and contemporary–basically the very definition of timeless design. Handcrafted cement tiles change up this vintage tile style with a matte finish that has depth and character, such you see in our with a Troika pattern below. What is Cement Tile?

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Cement Tile Design Trends & Tips. I love the color in this cement tile floor. Notice how the cement tile pattern blends similar colors to create a simpler pattern? Traditional Sosua Cement Tile installed as a rug. Traditional Sosua Cement Tile installed as a rug.

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Rubble Tile

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Cement and encaustic tiles with a handmade look have been on trend for years, and now we’re excited to introduce our newest encaustic-style collection, Marlow. This new series combines the organic, somewhat rustic feel of encaustic cement tiles with the strength and durability of kiln-fired.

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Granada Tile

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

Kitchen tile backsplashes have been practical and stylish elements of kitchen for decades. Encaustic cement tile has gained quite a following over the past few years, however, it’s hardly a new product. Encaustic cement tile has gained quite a following over the past few years, however, it’s hardly a new product.

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Tile of Spain USA

AUGUST 25, 2014

A timeless look, beveled tile is a current trend in ceramic tile design. It adds dimension, depth and interest to a subway tile pattern. The textures and geometric shapes of beveled tile give designers flexibility to take classic looks and recreate them in new, interesting ways. Blog beveled trend'

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Granada Tile

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

It’s no secret how popular cement tiles have become in the past few years. It seems everyone from top celebrity stylists to DIY bloggers have realized the many benefits and ways to use cement tiles for top-notch personal style. But where else can you use cement tiles? Unique Ways to Use Cement Tiles.

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Granada Tile

APRIL 25, 2019

Creating a custom, stylish patio does not need to be a challenge with the creative use of stunning cement tiles. With the creative use of cement tiles, interior designers can introduce innovative and striking elements into walkways, patios, and all outdoor living spaces. Photo by Architectural Digest.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 20, 2013

Tile Backsplashes: Kitchen and Bathroom Showpieces. Murphy Mosaic Backsplash by Appomattox Tile Art. Stainless Steel Mosaic Tile by Ann Sacks. Happily, along with this desire for something new and different, tile backsplashes have seen an uptick in updated kitchen designs. • Metallic tiles.

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Granada Tile

JULY 15, 2019

As the 90s taught us with their carpeted bathrooms, not all design trends are truly timeless. One of the few interior decor trends which have never failed to impress is the creative use of cement tile. Some things never go out of style, such as these four enduring cement tile designs. Star & Cross.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

Cement Tiles Trend Toward Bold Patterns & Colors. Earlier this year I did a guest post for the Gold Notes blog called, Tile Trends from Coverings 2012. I reported that I was seeing a trend to use texture, color, and geometric patterns in tile. Melilla Cement Tile. Geo 8 Cement Tile.

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Tile Talk

MAY 13, 2014

Artist Series Cement Tile Collection Grows with Guillermo & Tania. In our continuing effort to bring you the highest quality in cement tile products and designs, were happy to announce that our Artist Series now includes the Guillermo and Tania collection. 10" x 10" Handmade Cement Tile. Tania Marmolejo.

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Granada Tile

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

Cement kitchen tiles are one of the ways you can update the overall look and feel of your kitchen, while adding serious value and infusing your personal style. Why Use Cement Tiles in the Kitchen? Cement tiles are not your average ceramic tile. Cement tiles can withstand heavy, daily usage.

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Granada Tile

AUGUST 30, 2022

Restaurants All Over the World Use Cement Tiles from Granada Tile to Enhance Their Restaurant Decor. Interior designers know that when you want to create that WOW factor for these important occasions, so you seek out the best restaurant tiles for the job — tiles that offer an amazing touch of luxury, style, and durability.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 29, 2014

New & Old Cement Tile Patterns Heat up the Strip. By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. This week Im in Las Vegas making my yearly pilgrimage to Coverings 2014 , an annual tile trade show. Avente Tile Owner, Bill Buyok, in front of the Cuban Heritage Tile Mural at the Tropicana. Tuesday, April 29, 2014.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 18, 2018

The basic function of kitchen backsplashes is to prevent water, food and other types of liquids and solids from damaging the wall behind your kitchen counters. However, backsplashes can be both functional and stylish. A photo of the city’s skyline is the inspiration for this spectacular kitchen backsplash in Melbourne.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 8, 2013

Custom Cement Tiles Add The Right Touch. Project Pick: Custom Cement Tile Design Adds The Right Touch This months Project Pick is from Mark and Erin C. from central New York and features custom designed cement tiles by Avente for their recent kitchen remodel. Learn How Custom Cement Tiles.

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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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Granada Tile

NOVEMBER 25, 2014

Which of the three tile designs above do you like best? Whichever one you said — left, right or center — here’s a secret: they’re all made with the same tile! To get a similar look in your home to any of the tile designs above, use our Burgos tile from our Echo Collection and custom order it in white, black and silver.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 1, 2014

Cement Tile Tips for the Pattern Addict. — By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. The month of March was devoted to tile patterns and designs. Im no April Fool, when I say weve got some more great tile talk on pattern. Today, I share my favorite cement tile tips for the pattern addict. What do you see?

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 9, 2012

Fragments - Our New Cement Tile Accent Strips. Meet our newest line of cement tile: Fragments ! Its pretty easy to see that these tiny, tesserae have cement tile pedigree. Fragments Cement Tile Accent Strip. Fragments Cement Tile Accent Strip - Bar Format in Winter.

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Granada Tile

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

Top decorating trends in 2016 and 2017 involve homeowners reinventing the way they think about the various spaces in their home. Tiles are the go-to material for bathrooms and showers, but that doesn’t mean you have to go with the same, boring square tiles. The Best Option for Indoor Shower Tile: Cement Tiles.

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Granada Tile

MARCH 27, 2017

Cement tiles are the latest must-haves in home and commercial décor and are influencing a design shift that embraces color and pattern versus solid neutrals (think plain subway tile). While still trending from 2016, cement tiles are traditional building materials that have been popular for centuries.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 15, 2013

Cement Tile Designs That Impress! One of these materials is tile. For this post, I’d like to focus on cement tile specifically. Alcala cement tile in a custom colorway. Cuban tiles patterns are generally more elaborate and often use bold, strong colors. Tuesday, October 15, 2013.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 29, 2013

Aguayo Cement Tile Factory Tour. I just returned from a business trip in the Dominican Republic meeting with the owners of the Aguayo Cement Tile Factory. Aguayo Cement Tiles are well known for their quality, large color palette, and commitment to new design. Cuban Tiles from the Aguayo Cement Tile Factory.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 16, 2012

Creative Accents with Cement Tile. Project Pick: Get Creative with Cement Tile Accents. Using cement tile to incorporate a decorative element into any room or indoor/outdoor space is an attention-getting idea and design element. Fragments are another way to get creative with cement tile.

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 17, 2018

While some decisions remain timeless, modern color trends are about mixing it up a bit beyond the standard. While the all-white home remains a popular and modern trend, we’re seeing experts recommend introducing color in unexpected ways. In both the home and business, your color choice makes the first impression with visitors.

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 18, 2017

When designing a restaurant space, it is important to install tile that is durable, inexpensive, and pleasing to the eye. One of the best options that satisfies these three needs is cement tiling. Because of their versatility, cement floors and walls are seen more often in restaurants, making it the hot new trend.

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Granada Tile

FEBRUARY 8, 2018

It’s no secret how popular cement tiles are for floors and walls in stylish homes and trendy commercial spaces. They’ve taken the tile industry and home decorating space by storm with their impressive durability and nearly unending design options. One particular space where cement tiles shine is the bathroom.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 25, 2014

Cement Tile Tips for the Pattern Shy. — By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. Weve been Playing with Pattern in Tile Design this month and shown you how Simple Patterns are Powerful ! Theres no doubt that patterned cement tiles are a great way to add style to any room. Think about a kitchen backsplash or entry.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 29, 2012

Focus on Romana Cement Tile | August 2012. Project Pick: Romana Cement Tile for Kitchen Backsplash. Avente Tile customer Constance Zaytoun recently designed and oversaw the remodeling of her Chelsea, NY, kitchen that included a cement tile backsplash to be envied. Lets Talk Tile!

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Granada Tile

AUGUST 23, 2016

Yesterday , we shared how to get the look of this fabulous yet simple kitchen designed by Christian May of Maision21 that used a backsplash of hex-shaped cement tiles to take a modern kitchen from meh to marvelous. Or chose from a large selection of tile patterns available in our Echo Collection.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 8, 2013

Cement Tile is Our Life. For more than a decade, our company has been dedicated to providing cement tile products that are at the forefront of their class. As Autumn rolls in, were taking time to reflect on how proud and honored we are to offer handmade cement tiles created by true artisans. Featured Tile.

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Granada Tile

JANUARY 12, 2016

GET THE LOOK of the tile in this bathroom using our Maldon concrete tile in a 4×4 size. Beginning later this year, our Mini Collections of cement tiles will also include small triangles. Well, it’s that time of year again, when the predictions over what will be the hottest trends in home decor start rolling in.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 11, 2014

New Arabesque Pattern Designs in Cement Tile. — Written by Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. As we explore pattern and tile design this month on Tile Talk, I’d like to start by introducing some of our newest Arabesque cement tile patterns. Arabesque Paver Tiles are Different.

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