Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 21, 2019

Because we are in the business of selling tile however, we want to know how you feel about a cool, up-and-coming trend: dimensional tile. Here, we’re featuring just some of the dimensional tile collections available through Architectural Ceramics. Want to learn more about natural stone as a tile material?

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How to Floor Tile

MAY 30, 2019

There are a lot of important items to consider when selecting tile. Why do we charge X for one type of tile and Y for another? It's easy to answer, some tile is much more time consuming to install than others. Marble and Granite we can grind and smooth outside edges but regular tile needs some help.

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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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Trendir Magazine

FEBRUARY 1, 2018

Whether your dream kitchen is modern, traditional with a hint of color, or country chic, changing up your backsplash can make a huge difference with little to no effort. Whether you prefer tiles or paint these kitchen backsplash ideas are sure to inspire you. It has a grayish-blue undertone incorporated in the tiles.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

New Tile Designs, Installation Products from Surfaces 2013. Here’s a glimpse of what new tile and stone products enjoyed the most visibility by the show’s visitors. The company practices good stewardship (recycled content, reduced packaging, locally sourced materials), while producing eye-catching tile designs.

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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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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

A tile shower installation- Time lapsed video/explanation. How to tile a shower in 48 seconds! This will give you a great overview of the process though from sealing the cement board to wiping the tile clean. I had already planned out the tile layout so the next part was to actually start setting the tile.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 23, 2013

Cadiz Tiles Add Warmth to Maine Coastal Kitchen. If you follow this blog, you know theres nothing I like better than sharing a tile installation photo from our customers! They were kind enough to show us how they used Aventes Spanish Cadiz Tiles! They were kind enough to show us how they used Aventes Spanish Cadiz Tiles!

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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. Geometric 10.

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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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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 are colorful mosaic accent strips made from patterned cement tile that have been cut.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 30, 2013

How to Create a Stunning Mosaic Tile Wall Feature. Avente Tile welcomes a new tile perspective to our blog. Our guest post is provided by Ruth Hinds on behalf of Tons of Tiles , U.K.-based This is likely to include adhesive, grout, a grout scraper, gloves, and safety glasses. Use Handmade Tiles.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 14, 2012

Relief Cement Tile. I will never forget the first time I saw a relief cement tile. The texture was artistically integrated into the pattern to add a complexity to the floor tile. The tile stood out like a little gem and the texture on the surface provided depth and sophistication. Labels: cement tile , relief cement tile.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 15, 2014

Tile Patterns: Playing with Pinwheel Designs. By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. The pinwheel pattern is a popular and versatile tile layout that adds great visual interest by integrating solid color with decorative tiles into a timeless design. You can create a pinwheel pattern using only plain, solid color field tile.

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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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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

Interview with Lilywork Artisan Tile, LLC. Todays post is the second in our Tile Artisans Interview Series. It’s a joy to share their love of tile. I met Esther of Lilywork Tile about eight years ago at Coverings, an annual tile and stone trade show. Bosphorous/Rosette Focal by Lilywork Artisan Tile, LLC.

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The Perfect Bath

FEBRUARY 5, 2014

The word “backsplash” has become synonymous with renovating, remodeling or creating a new kitchen. However, I have been thinking that tiling the backsplash is not enough in a space that should be easily maintained with a quick wash down. The solution is to tile the entire kitchen.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 7, 2016

The kitchen backsplash is often seen as one of the best opportunities to really be creative with your design. We’ve compiled 5 ways to redo your kitchen backsplash (without tearing it out). Add A Coat Of Paint Sometimes, the simplest approach is best and nowhere is that more true than when it comes to reimagining your backsplash.

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Garden State Tile Blog

APRIL 4, 2019

It’s been a pivotal few years for the tile and surface industry. Read on to see what tile trends are on the horizon from Garden State Tile ! RESIDENTIAL TILE TRENDS. Check out Roma Floor and Wall Tile by Garden State Tile. Check out Koala by Garden State Tile , Creekwood by Americana and Nest by Crossville.

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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? If youre having trouble finding the right color, design or pattern, then these cement tile design trends may provide the answer you were looking for.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

Cement Tile Create a Warm Welcome. Traditional Gran Cordoba Cement Tile Polished 8"x8". When a customer requests a special size for their handmade cement tiles, we are more than happy to assist in meeting their design needs and special requests. The colors used in this custom cement tile pattern include: Heritage Lemon Chiffon.

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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. Further, by using our Spanish Paver Tiles, youll feel good knowing your choice is also good for the environment. Like what you see?

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 12, 2019

When you’re six days in and covered in paint, however, major improvements start to feel expensive, time-consuming and draining. Painting your door a new color — or just repainting the same color — only takes about half an hour. While you’re waiting for the paint to dry for a second coat, clean up your porch and entryway.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

You can use bright, neon painted furniture to breathe some bold statement color back into the room. Paint only one wall, or even part of a wall, for a more subtle take on the trend. Paint only one wall, or even part of a wall, for a more subtle take on the trend. Break up a black wall by going for a tile design with light grout.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 4, 2015

Colorful, dimensional Hispaniola cement tiles liven up a powder room. The Hispaniola Collection from Avente Tile is an exclusive, made-to-order series of beautiful handmade cement tiles inspired by the climate, textures and surroundings of the Dominican Republic. See All Elevations Relief Cement Tile. Desination: Cuba. "I

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Kitchen and Residential Design

APRIL 21, 2021

Remodel Your Kitchen by Installing a Glass Sheet Backsplash A glass backsplash in your kitchen is an affordable way of modernising your kitchen and protecting against food, grease and water splashes. When considering a backsplash, we recommend solid glass over glass tiles.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

OCTOBER 8, 2018

Paint your door: This is a bit more involved, but a nicely-painted front door is a buyer favorite. Add a tile backsplash in a hurry: A quick way to add a backsplash without the mess and expense of remodeling is with adhesive tile mosaics. You can find almost any tile look you want in this tile application.

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H.Winter Showroom Blog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2010

Jerry and Rose emailed us pictures of their newly tiled backsplash. Not a decal or a heat transfer, the StoneImpressions’ process produces an image with greater depth and clarity, and a better range of color and consistency than hand painting." Kitchen Backsplash Photos Murals'

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 26, 2018

Instead of flowers, let’s talk showers and shower tile. From the shower pan to the grout, and everything in between, we’ve got you covered. With tools for homeowners, architects, contractors and distributors (that’s us) alike, Laticrete is a great resource for tile installation products and learning.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JANUARY 28, 2019

Consider applying a new coat of paint. Applying New Paint. Nearly any reputable realtor will suggest that you give your home a fresh coat of paint before showing it, provided you have not already done so very recently. At the very least, you should paint the interior in a neutral color that will make the space seem larger.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

New product offerings for the 2021 fall selling season cover all categories, from carpet to rigid core to laminate, wood and tile. Available in 60-inch planks with 7- and 9-inch width options, Essentials Plus also features a painted bevel for added realism. Elandura is available in both plank and tile designs. Ava by Novalis.

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Stagetecture

MARCH 17, 2017

Kitchen tile has been around for centuries but used in a variety of ways. If your kitchen has become a place you dread spending time in, consider bringing it up to modern day style and renovate it with tile. Tile is no longer the plain and unappealing design element it once was; it’s gotten better with time.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JUNE 4, 2015

There’s a reason tile is often the material of choice in the bathroom: it reflects light, it’s durable, it’s easy to clean and freshens up the space. We’ve assembled a list of bathroom tile ideas to help you get started. Tile is a good way to make the space look polished and to revamp a bathroom without doing a major overhaul.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JUNE 4, 2015

There’s a reason tile is often the material of choice in the bathroom: it reflects light, it’s durable, it’s easy to clean and freshens up the space. We’ve assembled a list of bathroom tile ideas to help you get started. Tile is a good way to make the space look polished and to revamp a bathroom without doing a major overhaul.

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The Perfect Bath

MARCH 9, 2016

Remove everything from the insides of the cabinets and thoroughly scrub and possibly paint them (preferably a color). Carefully clean and polish wood cabinets, or select a color to paint the existing ones. A fabulous backsplash is a must, and there are many surface choices.

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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. They have many properties that make them practical: hard wearing, indestructible, non-staining, germ resistant, easily repaired. I especially love stones with active surfaces.

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Conestoga Tile Blog

APRIL 9, 2016

Extend the backsplash tile past the backsplash. Consider adding tile to any or even all of the walls. Extending tile from the backsplash helps add more texture and visual interest to the space. On walls lacking tile, make sure to use a bright, cheerful paint color. Install a stylish faucet.

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