Architectural Ceramics

MAY 24, 2019

The fashion industry often influences retailers; did you see our post about the 2019 PANTONE Color of the Year ? Using white marble in a space, like putting on a pair of pointy-toed heels, is always a timeless choice. AC’s Candango Collection featuring a dimensional mosaic in Thassos marble. Candango Collection.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JULY 31, 2014

A marble island will give the room a sleek look. In the past few decades, marble has fallen by the wayside in interior design. Odds are that when you picture marble as a design element, you have visions of large, cold rooms encased in floor-to-ceiling stone. Use marble as a statement piece like this fireplace.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 17, 2018

Since we’re on the heels of our March Madness: ACI’s Final Four Tile Matchups blog, let’s round out a list in the same main tile types: porcelain, ceramic, glass and natural stone. Natural Stone: A variation on the penny round theme, the Effervescence Collection plays with multiple sizes of circles.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 17, 2022

The Kaleidoscope Project is a designer showhouse venture to showcase the diverse talent within the creative design industry. 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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Floor Covering News

APRIL 22, 2024

Three 4 x 4 decorative wall tiles are offered in an array of patterns, colors and geometric designs—perfectly crafted for statement walls and backsplashes. The contemporary stone-look Forgehaus is a showcase of modern design, boasting dynamic graphics and rich variation. Suitable for floor, wall and countertop applications.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 22, 2021

Distributor: Lazer Marble and Granite Corp. Contractor: Garcia Marble and Tile. With durability and elegance in mind, the designers selected large format marble- and stone-look porcelain tiles by Florim to cover the walls and floors throughout the lobby and peripheral lounge areas. Contractor: Dutchmaster Tile and Marble.

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 18, 2021

Fresh off of our annual corporate meeting on January 11 th , (we missed you just as much as you missed us that day, don’t worry), we thought it was a great time to reflect on some of our past accomplishments before setting sail into the new year filled with new opportunities to showcase our quality products and services to the building industry.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 26, 2018

Pictured above, the Vihara Collection was used as a backsplash. A show-stopper, here our rivershell oval white mosaic was used as a backsplash for the 2012 DC Show House. Designed just over 5 years ago by Aidan Design , the kitchen and backsplash are still timeless instead of trendy. Stone & Glass Mosaics.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 18, 2019

For 20 years, the PANTONE COTY has influenced the design community, be it fashion, industrial design, or home furnishings. The Institute selects the color based on a mix of research and trend analysis, such as: the entertainment industry, new artists, popular world travel destinations, or socio-economic conditions.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Customers are learning to take advantage of delivery apps and services that can have a bottle delivered straight to your front door, while restaurants and bars suffered huge losses among other industries. Are those salt rock lamps atop a glowing stone bar? has you covered.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 25, 2018

Ancient Stone. If this blog is about porcelain, then why does the collection’s name say stone? Because porcelains like our Ancient Stone Collection , are made to look like natural stone. AC’s Ancient Stone Collection in the color Black, used in a commercial setting. Featured Porcelain Collections.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 14, 2018

Laminate flooring One of the benefits of laminate flooring is that it can easily mimic a variety of materials: wood, stone and even tile. An actual granite or marble countertop could cost $120 per square foot to install. However, the Formica marble laminate countertops in the photos below range between $14 and $38 per square foot.

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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. Strong Veined Marble Porcelain. RESIDENTIAL TILE TRENDS. Unique Shapes & Textures.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Today’s technology also allows for high levels of realism in those tile designs emulating wood, marble, stone and other materials. Daltile offers the largest depth and breadth of tile products in the industry. In the past, our industry did not have the technology to offer the same level of design for both indoor and outdoor use.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 7, 2019

Countertops and backsplashes. Marble countertops and even marble backsplashes work beautifully for transitional kitchens,” Starck says. Subway tile for backsplashes is still a favorite, but mosaics and glass tile in a variety of sizes work great, too,” Starck explains. Countertops with waterfall edges.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 18, 2022

By Megan Salzano-Birch—Las Vegas— Coverings 2022 was a showcase in innovative product design and immersive technology, which is thriving within the ceramic and stone category today despite obvious obstacles. The line, which is manufactured in the company’s Tennessee facility, is available in several colors and features a natural stone look.

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Realstone

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

These tiles are typically made from ceramic , porcelain or stone. The clay or stone is shaped, glazed for a shiny finish, and then kiln-fired to harden. These tiles are typically crafted from stone then glazed , or ceramic or porcelain, with pigments added during the production process to achieve a variety of colors.

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Realstone

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

These tiles are typically made from ceramic , porcelain or stone. The clay or stone is shaped, glazed for a shiny finish, and then kiln-fired to harden. These tiles are typically crafted from stone then glazed , or ceramic or porcelain, with pigments added during the production process to achieve a variety of colors.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 26, 2017

Interior design trends change over time, just like any other industry like fashion. There has been a shift in the preferred finishes,” Fernandez says, “The hot look right now is light or grey cabinets, with light marble or quarts countertops, and dark flooring.”. has seen a range of homes from clients wanting to buy or sell.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

“I attribute this to the strong growth in the housing market as well as the extreme increase in the sheer number of home renovations—creating an unprecedented demand of building materials, which have impacted the tile industry in a positive upswing.”. MSI’s Shah, agreed, adding, “As an industry this continues to be a problem that plagues us.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 5, 2023

More than 70 Spanish companies presented new products, innovations and trends during Coverings 2023, North America’s largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference, held here April 18-21. Now, the Spanish ceramic tile industry has combined high-tech performance with the visual purity synonymous with this classic material.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2014

The Arizona Tile Just Design program allows you to create a custom product from over 70 designs: medallions, feature walls, backsplashes, listelles and mosaics. select from over 27 natural stone and 60 porcelain colors. The mosaic can be a combination of glass or stone and glass. Industry Insights Innovations'

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 27, 2015

One of the kitchen trends this year will be to add more color and liveliness with cheerful backsplashes, lighting and appliances. Mosaics will be popular for backsplash design, providing beautiful, eye-catching details that add elegance to an otherwise ordinary kitchen. Arizona Tile Links Custom Backsplash. Textured Materials.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Organic hues like earthy browns, golden yellows and burgundy reds are a few autumnal examples alongside tiles with natural effects like wood and stone in a warm palette. Even speckled stone and ancient flooring techniques like Venetian terrazzo can add an interesting layer of perceived texture and help develop a cohesive, contemporary design.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

And we can thank the largest stone and tile show in North America, Coverings , for bringing it back. National Tile Day is rooted in a desire to celebrate the many great benefits tile has to offer as a material,” explains Alena Capra, industry ambassador for Coverings. The tile is durable enough to work as a backsplash or floor tile.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

Whether glass, ceramic, or marble, the arabesque shape is on trend. For one of our stock marble options, visit our website to view the Brocade Collection. One way clients have used these tiles are as accents in a kitchen backsplash. Looking for texture through natural stone? The two colors shown, are Canyon Red and Adobe.

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Trendir Magazine

JANUARY 19, 2017

Lava stone, lava rock, basalt, and volcanic rock are all igneous rocks that form from erupting Earth magma (lava) by cooling and hardening. Lava stone designs today are as complex as any others, but they also have unique aesthetic. Formafantasma offer a lot of lava stone designs that are simply made to be shown off.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 16, 2013

With its eye towards the future, Coverings 2013 has remained steadfast in its quest to provide the best possible experience for the attendees of its annual tile and stone trade fair and expo. The four-day exposition serves as a valuable resource for continuing education within all segments of the industry. Illusion by Onix Mosaico.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 22, 2021

Industry experts have pointed to challenges like labor shortages, supply issues and rising costs as the culprits, but 2021 presents unique opportunities. Consumers and designers have increased their demand for unique design on walls, feature walls, backsplashes and fireplaces, which tile provides,” Dal-Tile’s Thorn-Brooks said.

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Trendir Magazine

AUGUST 16, 2017

With a stone countertop, bar seats and everything you need to crack open a cold beer and build a sandwich, your beau will certainly fall in love with this idea. For some “garage” or industrial style vibes, you’ll want to take a deeper look into this design from Homedit. But let’s focus on the bar.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 17, 2018

Freshome asked trend spotter Elle H-Millard, Certified Kitchen Designer and Industry Relations Manager at the NKBA, for photos and insights regarding the key U.S. Image: NKBA The preferred choice for kitchen countertops is quartz, which is far more popular than granite and marble. kitchen design trends.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2015

The goal of Mews House was to create a comfortable home that embraced the original character of the building, including exposing brick walls and adding industrial accents such as lighting and furnishings. A minimalist kitchen features white cabinetry contrasted against a solid black island; a white marble backsplash adds luxurious texture.

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Conestoga Tile Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Pictured: Fiandre Precious Stones Yellow Onyx. option is taking the design industry by storm and allowing home and business owners to create a seemingly beautiful transition within their space. Do you dream of calacatta marble countertops but would not dare install it because of the soft nature of the stone and maintenance nightmare?

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Tile Talk

JUNE 18, 2013

Further, as an industry first, Casalgrande Padana unveiled “Bios Self Cleaning Ceramics” that uses HYDROTECT technology from the Japanese brand, TOTO, to create self-cleaning, anti-bacterial and pollution-reducing tiles. Not only do these longer tiles resemble wood, but they are now taking on the look of concrete and stone.

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Conestoga Tile

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Pictured: Fiandre Precious Stones Yellow Onyx. option is taking the design industry by storm and allowing home and business owners to create a seemingly beautiful transition within their space. Do you dream of calacatta marble countertops but would not dare install it because of the soft nature of the stone and maintenance nightmare?

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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. Italy: Most people likely think of marble before ceramic tile when they hear the name Italy. clean, off-white color. glossy finish.

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Trendir Magazine

OCTOBER 8, 2018

A small bar, a DIYed backsplash and a bit of farmhouse flair brings this corner to life. The stone walls, the leather, the fabric, the browns and grays coming together to create a neutral family of sorts; it’s a beautiful combination of warm accents. Add some metal for a mixed-material, industrial vibe.

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