Kitchens for Living

OCTOBER 28, 2016

Natural stone is sexy. If you want a countertop that makes a unique statement with lots of movement and natural variations I recommend natural stone. Granite is a natural stone that blends perfectly with so many styles. Soapstone – This is a very viable option for both indoor and outdoor countertops.

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Tile of Spain USA

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Traditionally, when surface materials were chosen for interior designs, the various materials were placed in distinct areas, for example in a kitchen tiles were placed along the backsplash, stone used for the counter and wood for the floor. Indoor-Outdoor Transitions. Indoor-Outdoor Transitions.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 10, 2020

When it comes to natural stone, specialty retail has it tough. However, natural stone has its advantages—i.e., In an effort to help retailers in that endeavor, three suppliers gave FCNews their best advice on how to deal with the challenges of natural stone while also tapping the inherent advantages of the category.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Coupling the timely turnaround with its ability to move effortlessly between indoor and outdoor applications makes Beljn an excellent choice for commercial and residential projects. Square and brick mosaics are available to complement spaces from a commercial shower to a residential backsplash. Beljn is handcrafted in the U.S.

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Granada Tile

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Outdoor square tiles can also be used greatly as they come in various materials and sizes that give the space a unique look. When used outdoors, square tiles are attractive and provide a skid-resistant surface. They also work well with various materials, from wood and metal to stone and glass.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 17, 2018

If you like the outdoors, it’s natural to want to bring some of that beauty inside. However, Pinterest boards often suggest adding real branches and pinecones to your home decor in order to bring the outdoors inside — a potentially messy affair, and hard to accomplish if you live in an urban area. Image: VSP Interiors 2.

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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 products are distributed nationwide through over 250 company-owned design studios, sales service centers and stone slab yards that service a robust network of trade customers.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 24, 2019

The collection, shown above, features a dimensional mosaic in three natural stone marble choices: Thassos (pictured), Crema and Grigio. AC’s Illusion Collection, featuring the Diamonte Deco pattern used on the backsplash and floor to ceiling on the back wall. A mosaic sheet in Thassos marble from AC’s Candango Collection.

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Garden State Tile Blog

APRIL 10, 2020

Your Backsplash Matters. Not only does a tile backsplash set the stage for the entire design, it’s also an essential part of safeguarding your investment. The primary function of a backsplash is to protect the wall from water damage that may occur from accidental splashes. Pay Special Attention To Outdoor Spaces.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 22, 2021

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. In the kitchen, Ornamenta’s geometric wall tiles decorate the backsplash, pairing with tiles by Italgraniti on the floor.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 19, 2024

“These new extra-large slabs exemplify how the beauty of marble and stone visuals nicely combine with the durability and low-maintenance of quartz—and at a price that easily fits into both residential and commercial budgets,” said Roy Viana, director of natural stone and slab for Dal-Tile. Suitable for use as walls or countertops.

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Realstone

JUNE 15, 2023

For example, the thin brick backsplash is an excellent choice for adding a rustic touch to kitchens and bathrooms. They can mimic the look of traditional brick, stone, or even wood, providing a natural, rustic charm to any space. They can be used in both interior and exterior applications, for walls, fireplaces, backsplashes, and more.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 2, 2013

The Tile and Stone Industry, Social Media and the Value of Pinterest. Through increased exposure via Pinterest , designers, architects, stone and tile businesses, retailers and distributors are allowed access to millions of inspiring projects and settings they would never have seen before unless they conducted specific searches.

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The Tile Shop

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

They tiled this bedroom with wall with a teardrop effect using glass mosaics: Please click on the images to view: They used the same combination (faux wood and glass) in the bathroom as well: Next.some amazing outdoor tile work from Steve Gilerman in our Altamonte Springs, FL showroom. How beautiful is this home!! How beautiful is this home!!

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 14, 2021

Dallas, Texas— American Olean (AO) launched its new Montesano collection of stone-look porcelain tile featuring StepWise technology. With the addition of StepWise technology, the tile and mosaic assortment is beneficial indoors and outdoors, according to AO. StepWise provides 50% more slip-resistance than ordinary tile.

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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. Coverings 2022 was shaped around three tenants: “Wellness & Environment,” “Timeless Luxury” and “Outdoor Living Spaces.”

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 26, 2024

Atlanta—Coverings, North America’s preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry, has named the winners of its 2024 Best Booth Awards. The Best Green Booth award was bestowed to MILEstone made in Florim USA (Hall C, Booth 6965) for its overarching focus on sustainability and innovative designs.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 26, 2024

Las Vegas—Daltile is featuring its latest new STARE products, its Panoramic Porcelain Surfaces extra-large porcelain slab line, tile and stone products, Marazzi products and American Olean products during the HD Expo + Conference 2024 here April 30–May 2 in Booth #4127. Panoramic is great for both indoor and outdoor installations.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 1, 2023

This glazed porcelain tile is available in herringbone and offset mosaic patterns, along with a special mini version of each, and offers a perfect pop of interest to backsplashes or statement walls alike. Together or separate, Mixt and Fixt offer a solution to harmoniously combining stone, cement, wood and metal looks together.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 13, 2015

At Rustico Tile and Stone , our tiles are made from mineral pigmented Portland cement, are completely customizable, and are perfect for restaurant floors, walls, bars, bathrooms, backsplashes, and even outdoors. Try placing our beautiful tile on angled walls and backsplashes to give the perception of more space.

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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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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

The increased awareness of tile’s long-lasting beauty has not only made kitchen and bathroom backsplashes a showpiece, but the same theory has held true for fireplace hearths and surrounds as well. Consider a two-tone color scheme (shown below) if youd like to pair cement tile with natural stone. Image via Houzz. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

JULY 9, 2013

As beautiful and stately as the individual glass blossoms are, one’s eyes are then diverted to the intricate mosaic and stone tile work on the floors, walls, staircases and even ceilings – all thanks to the talented artisans of Italian mosaic manufacturer – Sicis. This is one snail I wouldnt mind having in my garden!

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Tile Talk

MAY 7, 2013

Coverings 2013 Floors Attendees with New Tile, Stone Designs. Coverings 2013 lived up to, and exceeded, all expectations as THE Ultimate Tile + Stone Experience. With that, more than 900 exhibitors from over 50 countries packed the aisles of the Georgia World Congress Center with the latest, most innovative stone and tile products.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Unfortunately, untrained installers and the use of improper installation practices can be a challenge for the tile and stone business. MSI’s Miraggio Calacatta coordinates with its Miraggio Quartz program, offering a trend coordination that starts on the countertop and extends to the backsplash, the floor/wall and outdoor paver.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 5, 2020

Flooring retailers, including those looking to gain back lost dollars from the growing popularity of vinyl products, would do well to turn to tile and stone, which offers high dollar sales and high margins, according to suppliers at The International Surface Event (TISE) held in Las Vegas earlier this year. “We Las Vegas—With the U.S.

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Trendir Magazine

AUGUST 2, 2018

But others can be quite baffling like using outdoor furniture indoors and/or popcorn ceilings. Wood paneled walls were seen first on the scene in the 1970s, many homeowners loved the idea of having an “outdoor/indoor” feel from the wood panels. One of the biggest change that has occurred is mirrored kitchen backsplashes are back!

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Tile Talk

MARCH 17, 2013

The green of Saint Paddys day, springing the clocks forward, and the warmer temperatures have us thinking about Spring and the outdoor garden. The matte finish works well with tumbled stone, like travertine or marble. Create your own mosaic backsplash by choosing your favorite vegetables or colors! backsplash designs.

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Stagetecture

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

Natural stone ideas by far one of the easiest choices as it adds durability in granite countertops, texture in stone pavers in your front entry and beauty to your marble shower walls. Take a look at these simple ways to beautify your interiors with natural stone. How to Beautify your Interiors with Natural Stone Ideas.

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Tile Talk

JULY 22, 2014

Porcelain and ceramic tiles are very similar, especially when compared to cement tiles, quarry tile, glass tiles or stone. They are great for spas, fountains or any outdoor application. Porcelain or vitreous tile work well for an outdoor counter subjected to freeze/thaw cycles. elevations that aren''t used in the winter.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2013

Moving beyond the confines of a backsplash, companies introduced a multitude of decorative patchwork collections that make a bold statement from floor to ceiling. Shabby chic was another popular trend at Cersaie, which could be seen in tiles inspired by ancient stones, rustic wood and cement tiles with incredible color variation.

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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. You can find a preview of the 43 Spanish tile and stone manufacturers participating in the Spanish Pavilion. Illusion by Onix Mosaico.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 10, 2018

However, adding natural stone tile like slate adds value to any renovation. Here, our smaller-scale slate Strip Cladding in the color Copper Quartzite adds a range of texture and color as a backsplash behind a stove and range hood. This backsplash, done in the color Sutra Black, is a grout-free stacked slate. Rustic Cladding.

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Cement Style

MARCH 3, 2022

Similar to natural stone, each handcrafted cement tile is unique with slight color variations, the sign of an artisan-made product. Whether it is creating a tile bathroom floor to a kitchen backsplash wall, there are endless possibilities when it comes to using black and white cement tile. Can You Use Cement Tiles in a Shower?

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 16, 2012

Using cement tile to incorporate a decorative element into any room or indoor/outdoor space is an attention-getting idea and design element. Be imaginative by fashioning borders with cut pieces of cement tile, or by alternating them with stone. backsplash designs. kitchen backsplash. backsplash designs. field tile.

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Decorator on Demand

APRIL 16, 2010

Walls of Stone. This stone veneer takes your "boring" walls to "wow" walls! Have you ever considered a stone veneer, such as these? Eldorado Stone s GemWalls have made this not only pretty simple but also an affordable way to transform your own spaces. What a difference the stone makes. Walls of Stone.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 31, 2019

On the other hand, 22% want to make the kitchen more open to the outdoors. Countertops and backsplashes are popular materials to replace. The main reason homeowners renovate is to replace the countertops, backsplash and sink(s). Shades of gray in the cabinets, backsplash, ceiling and floors. What homeowners are replacing.

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