Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

According to the company, the products provide premium care for natural stone and tile that protect surfaces from everyday wear and tear and help homeowners and professionals easily maintain the natural beauty of their tile, stone, masonry and grout surfaces.

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 27, 2021

One of the most exciting things about Granada Tile is the vast array of styles, shapes, and colors you can use to create your own stunning look. Our Olvera Collection is perfect for those searching for beautiful terracotta or Saltillo clay tile. Tile featured: Rectangle4x8. Tile featured: Hexagon6x7. Tile featured: Equi.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 25, 2018

Architectural Ceramic’s put together a small list of some of our large format porcelain tile collections. About Porcelain Tile. Why are large format tiles typically porcelain? To avoid getting into the nitty-gritty, it’s because of how the tile is made. Porcelain tile is fired at a higher temperature.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

In case shopping at midnight or facial hair aren’t your thing, there’s another trend that’s growing attention: matte black tile. At Architectural Ceramics, we’re excited for this sophisticated tile trend. Available in five colorways, this tile blends durability and style. We hope they grow on you.

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The London Tile Co.

JULY 10, 2015

Backsplash Tiles. Give your backsplash a personal makeover with some decor tiles. Using neutral tiles such as our Sirocco Decor tiles will create a focal point above your hob or sink, making a gorgeous scene. Using smaller square tiles, you can create a stunning backdrop for your rustic kitchen.

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Making Tile Modern

MAY 30, 2012

Seriously…All grouts are not created equal. More often than not, grout becomes an overlooked element within the tile installation process (why is that btw?). We believe it’s just as important as finding the tile that’s right for you! Grout is what seals everything together – literally.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 28, 2012

Installing a slate tile floor. For the present project that we are working on Vermont slate tile was chosen for the mudroom entry way as well as the half bathroom that is attached to it. Now this slate comes in an assortment of sizes so laying out the floor isnt as easy as you would get in a standard tile floor. Lets Talk Tile.

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Granada Tile

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

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. Cement Vs. Ceramic Vs. Glass Vs. Stone: Which is Best for Indoor Showers? Ceramic tile is manufactured from clay and powdered glazes and is fired in a kiln to harden.

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Garden State Tile Blog

APRIL 10, 2020

Garden State Tile shares 5 home bar tips that’ll help bring the good times to you. For some added movement, metal profiles that can be inserted into the grout joints of the bar’s wall tile add dynamism to the space in a way that isn’t too overbearing. Your Backsplash Matters. BauHaus Collection from Garden State Tile.

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Making Tile Modern

JANUARY 28, 2016

Seriously…All grouts are not created equal. More often than not, grout becomes an overlooked element within the tile installation process (why is that btw?). We believe it’s just as important as finding the tile that’s right for you! Grout is what seals everything together – literally.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Domestic tile manufacturer Crossville, Inc., is one of the tile suppliers and sponsors of this year’s The Kaleidoscope Project located in Pittsfield, Mass. In the kitchen, the design team chose Crossville’s Swatches wall tile collection creating a beautiful backsplash complimenting the Crossville porcelain slabs and countertops.

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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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Cement Style

OCTOBER 19, 2018

Inspired by French and Spanish architecture, the Caprice June cement tile pattern by Villa Lagoon Tile is a new classic featuring alternating quatrefoils and spear-point crosses. The timeless design lends a warm sophistication as a kitchen backsplash or a master bathroom wall. MSRP for the tiles is $16.77 per square foot.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 8, 2015

A kitchen can look finished without a backsplash, and sometimes a clean coat of (washable) paint is what best executes a design. While countertops, flooring and cabinets are generally places to keep it simple, the backsplash is a good place to inject some personal style, whether that’s with a mosaic feature or a bold color.

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Cement Style

OCTOBER 19, 2018

This lovely pattern by Villa Lagoon Tile can transform your room to summon Morocco’s coastline or transport you back to the streets of Old Havana. Named Havana Cantina , the handcrafted “cultural crossover” cement tile looks stunning in a master bath or even as a kitchen backsplash. MSRP for the tiles is $11.74

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 25, 2017

While children everywhere are going back to school, let’s go back to basics and learn about ceramic tile through a few of Architectural Ceramic’s collections: Basics, London, and City Hall. AC’s Basics Collection , is a simple one with a white subway tile at its core. As a result, the tile expands and contracts.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 16, 2018

Check out Architectural Ceramic’s Surge Collection, featuring a large-format ceramic tile, that mimics illuminated glass and includes bold electric colors too. AC’s Surge Collection, a large-format ceramic tile made to look like back-lit glass, has several features that make it a bright idea: 8″x24″ field tile.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

MAY 7, 2019

From natural stone shower surrounds to multiple showerheads to stainless steel linear drains , the focus is on creating a more enjoyable – and memorable – shower experience. When designing or remodeling a bathroom, it’s also important to pay attention to surfaces such as flooring, walls and backsplashes.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 30, 2017

What do tiles and textiles have in common? Both begin their life cycles as natural elements. See how Architectural Ceramics used Indonesian textiles to inspire one of our newest glass tile collections: Batik. To achieve the look, the tile is made using a screen printed technique that results in a pollen-dusted effect.

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H.Winter Showroom Blog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2010

Jerry and Rose emailed us pictures of their newly tiled backsplash. They were immediately attracted to Stone Impressi ons , which "creates stunning motifs, murals, flooring, accents and listellos on natural stone. Jerry and Rose credit Kenny Nansteel, local tile installer, for his fantastic installation skills.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 7, 2020

The recent boom in the housing market is a boon to the natural stone category. The flooring industry in general, and the natural stone category in particular, is starting to reap the benefits of such activities. Opportunity for natural stone has always been in kitchen and bath. By Megan Salzano.

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Stagetecture

AUGUST 10, 2016

Pebble mosaic tile is one of the most popular tile backsplashes for natural bathroom walls, kitchens and feature walls. Today’s DIY project is for those of you who want the nature inspired look of pebbles on your wall, backsplash, or floor. This can be achieved with beautiful pebble mosaic tile.

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Conestoga Tile Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2018

The Italian tile manufacturers have done it again. Always the pioneers in ceramic technology, they have once again developed a porcelain tile that is sure to change the interior and exterior ambiance of the world’s architectural structures. The options can be limitless with gauged porcelain tile. Pictured: Fiandre Maximum.

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The Perfect Bath

MARCH 29, 2017

There are also wood tops (not at all practical), cement, stainless, terrazzo, tile (the grout can get nasty) and finally, the ’50s favorite, formica. However, none of the above quite match the priceless beauty of a slab of natural stone, especially if it is 3 cm thick or thicker.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 5, 2020

economy heading into 2020 with a hopeful outlook and poised for growth—unemployment is down and consumer confidence is on the rise—the time for tile to shine is now. has one of the lowest consumptions per capita of porcelain tile of all developed countries. Las Vegas—With the U.S.

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Conestoga Tile

DECEMBER 14, 2018

The Italian tile manufacturers have done it again. Always the pioneers in ceramic technology, they have once again developed a porcelain tile that is sure to change the interior and exterior ambiance of the world’s architectural structures. The options can be limitless with gauged porcelain tile. Pictured: Fiandre Maximum.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 27, 2018

Check out a few Architectural Ceramics tile collections, suitable for outdoor use, that have you covered under foot and under water. The Ins and Outs of Outdoor Tile. What type of tile can be used outdoors? Whether using tile under foot on a balcony, your pool deck, or in the pool itself, outdoor tiles come in a few varieties.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 10, 2018

Slate’s Natural Element. Before we jump into examples of slate tiles, let’s look at slate as a natural material. What is natural slate? This hardening or change in physical form, due to natural elements like heat and pressure, is known as metamorphism. Slate tile with a natural cleft or rough texture.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

At Architectural Ceramics, we’ve done a little exercise of our own to come up with some of our favorite tile shapes and patterns. Let’s get the skinny on a few tile shapes and patterns, and see how clients used them. Tile Shapes & Patterns. Probably a 3″x6″ subway or a 12″x24″ field tile.

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Making Tile Modern

APRIL 16, 2012

She’s got impeccable style , great design tips and an abundance of information about tile and the wide world of design. We asked Katelyn to give us her thoughts on choosing tile and the tile selection process and below is the result… Enjoy! _. Step 3 —> Narrow down your tile materials (and sizes).

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