Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 26, 2018

Don’t hesitate to visit one of our DC-metro area showrooms locations to talk with a design and sales associate about your options. Rumor has it that former President Barack Obama has a doggie washing station for his pup in his DC-area home. Pratt & Larson’s fan mosaic; image via prattandlarson.com.

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Terracotta Denver Travertine Bath 173

Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 30, 2017

The tile stretches from wall to wall, doing double-duty as a backsplash behind the vanity and as an accent wall in the shower. Local DC-metro area design firm, Aidan Design , allows for the backsplash to act as a seamless transition from horizontal to vertical surfaces. Here, the Tribe pattern energizes the space.

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Marble Ceramics Architecture Wisconsin 154

Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 17, 2018

Shown above, the penny round mosaic in the Petrolio color is on trend with its dark green-blue hue. We’re excited to introduce this collection because of its wide range of classic and geometric mosaics. Of course, in fitting with the theme, a penny round mosaic is an option. Ceramic: OK, you caught us. Going Green.

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Natural Stone Tile Porcelain Marble 157

Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

With our headquarters and showrooms located in the DC-metro area, we’ve been known to cheer for the the Washington Redskins or the Baltimore Ravens. To view our full Silk Stone Collection, including field sizes, mosaics and trims, download a Datasheet here. Here, our client used the material for their kitchen backsplash.

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Baltimore Tile Natural Stone Porcelain 165

Architectural Ceramics

JULY 17, 2018

AC’s Atomic Collection used as a kitchen backsplash, in the color Carbon. The kitchen backsplash shown above, features the 2-1/2″x8″ field size in the color Carbon. To view our entire Atomic Collection, including field sizes, trims, and mosaic blends, download a Data Sheet here. Related Links. “Oh geez.”

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Tile Porcelain North Dakota Backsplash 100

Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 16, 2017

Better yet, we hope they get you in the mood to see more tile trim via our website or one of our DC-metro area showrooms. Here, a staggered brick pattern and a chevron mosaic are separated by a thin dark bar liner. A glass mosaic from our New Ravenna line sets the tone for this mood board. Join our newsletter here.

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Tile Marble Ceramics Porcelain 185

Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 26, 2018

AC’s Sonoma Tile Maker’s line, the Vihara Collection, color Puka Iridescent, eHex mosaic. Pictured above, the Vihara Collection was used as a backsplash. The elongated hexagon mosaic is in the color Puka with an Iridescent finish. Below, the Puka color is shown in both finishes and in five mosaic styles.

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Natural Stone Mosaics Tile DC 160

Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 30, 2017

Keeping the look traditional in this DC-area home meant weaving together various shades of warm and cool-toned marbles. From the large format marble tile, borders, and moldings on the walls, to the marble mosaics on the floor, this bathroom makes us feel like we’re in an Italian villa. Contractor: Vallefuoco Contractors, LLC.

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Natural Stone Marble Mosaics Ceramics 180

Architectural Ceramics

JULY 27, 2018

In the DC-metro area, we’re no stranger to extreme outdoor elements, like humid summers and cold winters. For example, the sum of the edge dimensions for a 1″x2″ mosaic tile is only three inches, and make it acceptable for use in an underwater installation. To view the full collection, download a Data Sheet here.

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Outdoor Terracotta Natural Stone Tile 157

Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

When considering large-format square field tile, common sizes are: 12″x12″, 18″x18″, and 24″x24″ Decorative or square accent tiles are most commonly seen in 4″x4″ or 6″x6″ Lastly, square mosaics are often mesh-mounted in a 1″x1″ or 2″x2″ size.

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