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Natural Stone: Opportunity knocks as consumers hunker down

Floor Covering News

The recent boom in the housing market is a boon to the natural stone category. Industry has had its fair share of hardship this year, and flooring is no exception. The flooring industry in general, and the natural stone category in particular, is starting to reap the benefits of such activities.

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The Most Striking Kitchen Backsplash From Granada Tile

Granada Tile

The backsplash is a vital part of the remodel. Learn how to create the most striking kitchen backsplash using hand-poured custom cement tiles. Elements of a Striking Kitchen Backsplash. They combine the textures and colors of earthy terracotta and stone with outstanding durability and style. Why Choose Cement Tiles?

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How to Choose a Natural Stone Veneer for Your Home Interior Wall

Realstone

Stone veneer can be made from a variety of materials, including slate, limestone, sandstone, and granite, and can be cut into varied sizes and shapes to create unique patterns and designs. Stone veneer can be installed using a variety of techniques, depending on the type of stone and the desired look.

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Subtle Seaside Style: Tile Inspiration & Collections With a Soft Touch

Architectural Ceramics

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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Bigger Is Better: Large Format Porcelain Tile

Architectural Ceramics

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. Century Wood.

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Tile with Money in Mind

Architectural Ceramics

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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Tile Industry 2013: Primed for Recovery, Part 2

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

In part 1 of this feature on the industry in 2013 (ASHLEY, PLEASE LINK HERE TO PART 1), industry resources affirmed that the continuing housing recovery could mean a good year for ceramic tile and stone. However, after several years of belt-tightening, the industry faces some interesting challenges in an evolving marketplace.

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