Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 30, 2017

AC’s Naturals Collection, made of fused glass, has several features that make it a favorite among homeowners and DC-metro area designers alike: various glass field tile and trim sizes, ranging from 3×6 to 6×24. The kitchen backsplash makes a subtle splash with AC’s Naturals 3×6 glossy sea glass subway tile.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 19, 2019

If using it as a backsplash, here the subway tile is installed parallel and perpendicular to your counter top. Let’s talk about your residential or commercial tile project in one of our DC-metro area showrooms today! Both joint types are typical of wood-working and translate to tile installation as well.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 13, 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. AC’s Dakota Collection used as a backsplash, in the color Oasis. The result is very mid-century modern and masculine. “Oh geez.”

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

The above backsplash shows off a unique way to use InLine K. Such a great tool for our sales consultants when helping you decide on the best options for you. Come visit any of our five showrooms around the DC metro area. Visit one of our DC, MD, or VA tile showrooms for a free tile design consultation.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 18, 2019

A kitchen renovation featuring a white subway tile backsplash and Living Coral cabinetry. To get this look, visit one of AC’s five showroom locations in the DC-metro area. A sales and design associate would be tickled pink to pull together ceramic and marble samples for you. Join our newsletter here.?.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 21, 2019

The 24″x24″ backsplash tile works well behind the sink and stove. When using a natural stone tile as a backsplash, it’s important to seal it once a year. Ask an AC sales associate, and we’ll take care of making sure you have the right sealant for your tile type.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 24, 2019

AC’s Illusion Collection, featuring the Diamonte Deco pattern used on the backsplash and floor to ceiling on the back wall. We’re here to talk fashion or tile, at one of our DC-metro area showrooms. Used the right way, the quiet textures from our Illusion Collection can make a loud statement. See you soon!

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 22, 2018

From management to sales, or from customer service to the warehouse, each team helps to carry out our day-to-day processes. Architectural Ceramic’s sales associate and designer, Casey Terrell asked herself, how can I use a trendy material for my client in a new way? But, what role do each of us at AC play? Results That Matter.

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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. Here, our client used the material for their kitchen backsplash. AC’s Slim Slab backsplash, design by Benjamin Marcus Architect, LLC.

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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. AC’s Dakota Collection used as a backsplash, in the color Oasis. The result is very mid-century modern and masculine. “Oh geez.”

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

To browse all Architectural Ceramics has to offer, visit one of our DC-metro area showroom locations. Penny round tile works well as a fireplace surround, kitchen backsplash, or bathroom and shower floor. To explore our full offering, visit one of our DC-metro area showroom locations. And your choices don’t end there.

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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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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. ” A backsplash install may seem simple enough, but having a clean sub-surface, or having the right tools and knowing how to use them is key. The result is a stunning one-of-a-kind master suite retreat.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 16, 2018

The backsplash turns up the wow-factor by taking the tile up the wall from floor to ceiling. Or, to explore Architectural Ceramic’s full offering of in-stock and special order tile in ceramic, glass and stone, visit one of our DC-metro area showroom locations. Join our newsletter here.

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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. Want to know how any of these products can be used in your own renovation?

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 25, 2017

For some, like the DC-based firm Fajen & Brown , their client’s kitchen in Adam’s Morgan is an exercise in geometry. The kitchen backsplash, for example, plays with angles. Better yet, visit one of our DC-metro area showrooms to continue the conversation with one of our sales associates.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 27, 2018

In the DC-metro area, we’re no stranger to extreme outdoor elements, like humid summers and cold winters. A cement backsplash designed by Sagatov Design-Build and our Alexandria Showroom, featuring tile from our vendor Sabine Hill. To order a sample, visit us at one of our showroom locations in the DC-metro area.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 17, 2018

To explore more metallic tile, speak with one of our design associates in one of our five DC-metro area showroom locations. In the kitchen design shown above, the larger 12″x24″ field tile was used on the floor and the herringbone mosaic was used on the backsplash. The list here just scratches the surface.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 10, 2018

We just hope to see you later in one of our DC-metro area showrooms. Here, our smaller-scale slate Strip Cladding in the color Copper Quartzite adds a range of texture and color as a backsplash behind a stove and range hood. This backsplash, done in the color Sutra Black, is a grout-free stacked slate. What is natural slate?

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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. It’s ideal for outside corners, or the top edge of a tiled wall like a backsplash or bathtub surround. Take a look below at two mood boards that just might get you in the holiday spirit.

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