Kitchens for Living

DECEMBER 1, 2014

One new trend is the ginormous 40″ by 40″ porcelain tile from Spain. I was most impressed with the options they have for porcelain tile but there is also a large assortment of granite and marble slabs. Digital printing technology allows for an infinite number of options when it comes to porcelain tile.

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JG Kitchens

MARCH 3, 2015

I had the great pleasure of meeting Ryan Fasan, technical consultant to Tile of Spain and senior partner in Professional Attention to Tile Installations, on a press tour of Cevisama a few years ago. Ceracasa is one of the Tile of Spain-member brands at Cevisama (Photo Courtesy: Ceracasa). Mixing and matching tiles [.].

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Tile Talk

JUNE 10, 2014

Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles. Last week we introduced our new Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool ! The quarter design circular patter has strong ties to Moorish patterns and the smaller format cross pattern is class Spanish. backsplash designs. bathroom design.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 25, 2017

This collection’s features make it an easy option to mix and match with other natural stone or porcelain tile: 3″ x 6″ field tile with coordinating bullnose and trim profiles. Machine-made ceramics go through several steps and processes, before resulting in two main types: thin-body or porcelain. glossy finish.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 7, 2012

In my last post, Spanish Tile as Building Material, Part 2 , I focused on the fortress city of Teruel (a World Heritage city designated by UNESCO). The Agora (LÀgora) building within the City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia, Spain, is part of a larger complex of facilities designed by Spanish architects Santiago Calatrava and Félix Candela.

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Tile Talk

MAY 6, 2014

Apavisas Hydraulic Blue pays homage to Classic Cement Tile Designs. Those of you who follow our blog know that Im a big proponent both of color and pattern in design. So, I was thrilled to see many manufacturers embrace pattern in their 2014 tile designs! backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 20, 2012

Great Floor Designs with Rustic Cement Tile Pavers. These pavers have the rich look of classic clay bisque tiles that have been used in Spain, the Mediterranean, and northern Africa for centuries. Use this combination with the smaller 4"x4" formats to make a great looking backsplash or for attention-getting stair risers.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 23, 2012

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. Ryan Fasan - Tile and Stone specialist and Tile of Spain consultant speaking about the advances in the ceramic tile industry. backsplash designs. bathroom design. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 16, 2013

Set for April 29 to May 2 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Coverings is prepared to help its attendees tackle real-world installation situations, preview the latest in tile and stone designs and products from global providers, and help attendees utilize their time and efforts within various social media platforms.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

Using the Majolica technique of glazing, our Hand-Painted Spanish Ceramic Tile designs include colorful patterns from the different regions of Spain, or the traditional blue and white found in the New Iberica border tiles and liners. Use the 3"x6" tiles to create a border, or make a bold design statement using the 2" dots in a row.

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Rubble Tile

MAY 16, 2022

Cement and cement-look tiles have been a trending look in the world of interior design for a while, and for good reason. The geometric and pattern options that you get in encaustic cement tiles can add a bespoke, yet contemporary feel to any space.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 24, 2014

The courtyard focuses on a babbling fountain designed in exquisitely crafted, boldly colored tile and a seating area surfaced in clay pavers where friends and family congregate over a bottle of wine and plate of cheese and fruit. Emphasis was given to the pools and fountains and there was great variety in these designs. design ideas.

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Tile Talk

MAY 14, 2013

The clay Arabesque tiles pictured above are from Aljafería Palace, a fortified medieval Islamic palace built during the 11th century in Zaragoza, Spain. There are 6 designs within this collection. Our online product catalog details the available styles, tile sizes, shapes, formats, color, and price for each design.

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Tile Talk

MAY 28, 2013

Handmade cement tiles are an easy-to-maintain product that not only offer deep colors and a rich history, but most importantly, they offer long-lasting beauty and extensive design possibilities for floors and walls. To that end, we’ve assembled dozens of image-filled cement tile projects and ideas onto our Design Ideas Portfolio.

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Tile Talk

MAY 7, 2013

Coverings 2013 Floors Attendees with New Tile, Stone Designs. Session topics included Social Media, design, exterior façades, stone fabrication, installation methods, and more. Porcelain tile that mimics polished stone from Fiandre Architectural Surfaces. Installation Design Showcase: Bar/Lounge. Tuesday, May 7, 2013.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

Moroccan art and architecture has been steadily experiencing a renewed interest thanks to talented, visionary designer and architects. When the Moors conquered Spain in 711 A.D., It’s written by author, designer and photographer, Maryam Montague. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

Now once the decision was made I had to start the layout and plan on the concrete floor for how the tiles were to be spaced so that they looked like the design that I had made. When I first thought about doing this a good friend, Paul Anater, said it was very similar to what is done in Spain called Trencadis. backsplash designs.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 20, 2015

Love was in the air with spacious booths deliciously inspired in design. Innovation was made in technology and design. Design Innovation – This green wall is the Iris’s Slide ceramic series. Terra 4 has my personal favorite, a paisley patterned porcelain in five colorways. Then a new company from Spain.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 20, 2015

Love was in the air with spacious booths deliciously inspired in design. Innovation was made in technology and design. Design Innovation – This green wall is the Iris’s Slide ceramic series. Terra 4 has my personal favorite, a paisley patterned porcelain in five colorways. Then a new company from Spain.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 19, 2013

With their Moorish and Spanish influences, Arabesque designs and patterns have remained timeless and always in fashion (think Boho chic and the California missions). In addition to their flexibility to adapt to any design need, Avente Tile’s Arabesque Spanish Cement Tiles are also good for the environment. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 13, 2012

They have the rich look of classic clay bisque tiles that have been used in Spain, the Mediterranean, and northern Africa for centuries. Use this combination with the smaller 4"x4" formats to make a great looking backsplash or for stair risers. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design ideas.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 22, 2021

It offers technologically advanced features such as slip resistance and waterproofing, myriad end-use applications and unrivaled visuals and designs. It is always important to understand the look customers are seeking and what design trends they identify as a fit for their tastes. So, what gives? Talk about it.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 29, 2012

Various shapes and sizes of white and green ceramic tiles used throughout Teruel, Spain. Archconcept" from Tile of Spain manufacturer Apavisa. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hearth tile design.

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Tile Talk

JULY 2, 2013

Our handmade cement tiles offer a range of design possibilities. With their interlaced geometric patterns, these hand-crafted tiles are designed and made in the USA. Our rustic pavers have the rich look of classic clay bisque tiles that have been used in Spain, the Mediterranean, and northern Africa for centuries. design ideas.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 11, 2012

The geometrically inclined Arabesque pattern, part of our cement tile collection, pays homage the rich look of classic clay bisque tiles that have been used in Spain, the Mediterranean, and northern Africa for centuries. There are 8 designs within the collection. are into, such as travel, architecture, design, nature, and so on.

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Stagetecture

JUNE 27, 2016

Add Color and Dimension with Backsplash Tile: Backsplash tile or the tile that sits on the wall behind your bathroom sink can be the easiest and most affordable tile to update and add color. From glass and mosaic tile to ceramic and porcelain, the options are endless. Bring color into your bathroom tiling project.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 27, 2018

From porcelain to specialty ceramic, here are how a few materials compare in an exterior application: Porcelain & Glass. These two tile types are mentioned together, because porcelain and glass both undergo high heat and pressure when made. Porcelain & Glass. Thicket Porcelain. Cement & Terracotta.

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Tile Talk

MAY 20, 2014

Islamic Star Patterns in Tile Design. Dating back to as early as the 7th century the Islamic Arts have influenced an array of cultures and societies, such as the notable geometric designs in their tile work. Examples of this work still exist in Spain, Italy, Morocco, India, and Turkey. backsplash designs.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Rocamador Rubio of Tile of Spain said these major challenges are, thankfully, all things leaders in the industry have been working on for some time. RevoTile is a porcelain tile floating floor system that installs two-times faster than traditional tile. Also, one of Daltile’s newest innovations, RevoTile, aims to provide a solution.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 23, 2013

Spain: A traditional Christmas treat is turron , a kind of almond candy. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. fireplace tile designs. hearth tile design. kitchen backsplash. low cost design. backsplash designs.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

MSI’s Arterra porcelain pavers feature Zero-slip, a proprietary technology providing exceptional slip resistance for wet and dry flooring. are at record highs,” said Suzi Portugal, vice president of design and sourcing, Anthology. “I Much of that remodeling work is spilling over into 2021.”. Census Bureau.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 20, 2013

Tile Backsplashes: Kitchen and Bathroom Showpieces. Murphy Mosaic Backsplash by Appomattox Tile Art. Happily, along with this desire for something new and different, tile backsplashes have seen an uptick in updated kitchen designs. Kitchen backsplash featuring Cuban Heritage Design 110-2B by Avente Tile.

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