Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

Earlier this year I did a guest post for the Gold Notes blog called, Tile Trends from Coverings 2012. The Geo 10 in our standard colorway of Cana Green and Suede remains very popular. How would you use brightly colored pattern tiles or geometric patterns in your kitchen, bath, or dinning room? Search This Blog & Beyond.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

First, there are no industry standards and this results in numerous colloquial terms used to identify the same type of finished edge. This blog post is devoted to cement tile bullnose trim. This finished, rounded edge provides a transition from the tile surface to another surface, like a painted wall. design standards.

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Tile Talk

MAY 20, 2014

These star polygons were not limited only to the painted figure. This technique evolved to include painted pictures on plain tiles which were then glazed and fired afterwards. Search This Blog & Beyond. design standards. hand painted tile. My Blog List. Modenus Interior Design Blog. Image Credit.

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Tile Talk

MAY 13, 2014

To get you started on your Spring cleaning and freshening up of spaces, here are several handmade cement tile and hand-painted ceramic tiles that evoke the feelings of this season year-round. Check out our latest blog post, " Patterned Tiles are Power Play at Coverings 2014 ," to see what we came across during the four-day event.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 10, 2014

This summer, our blog is dedicated to handcrafted tiles and their use outdoors. Then look through our Spanish tiles or browse our Ceramic Tile Design Ideas where you can find a large collection of projects showcasing our handmade and hand-painted Spanish tile. Search This Blog & Beyond. design standards. My Blog List.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 8, 2014

Our blog is published weekly and this month, well continue to examine patterns by focusing on herringbone, diamond, and on-point and more. To get you started on your Spring cleaning and freshening up of spaces, here are several handmade cement tile and hand-painted ceramic tiles that evoke the feelings of this season year-round.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 4, 2014

To learn more about tile, patterns and design, make sure to subscribe to our blog. Or, to add historical intrigue to your design, consider our Barcelona La Ermitta hand-painted ceramic tile , which boasts centuries-old Spanish patterns and Majolica glaze techniques. Search This Blog & Beyond. design standards.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 29, 2014

Search This Blog & Beyond. design standards. hand painted tile. My Blog List. Modenus Interior Design Blog. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Content Talks Business Blog. Have You Written a Welcome Readers Blog Article? Coverings Blog. Blog Archive.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 20, 2013

With this renewed back-to-basics philosophy, homeowners have found the need to refresh the look of their kitchens, be it with new, energy-conserving appliances or a fresh coat of paint, the need for a soothing, yet workable environment trumps even the most prudent of budgets. Search This Blog & Beyond. design standards.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 5, 2013

Now, let’s take a look at what defines hand-crafted, hand-painted tiles by examining the process of silk-screening to glazing. Making Hand Painted Tiles Video. Making Hand Painted Field Tile. Search This Blog & Beyond. design standards. hand painted tile. My Blog List. Making Cement Tile.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 26, 2013

We discussed the different hand painted Spanish Tiles lines. A few days later she placed a sample order that included several popular hand painted Spanish decorative tiles and our Yucatan field tiles. A Hand Painted Sink Adds a Special Touch. Spanish Tile and Hand Painted Trim. Ines and I found each other through Houzz.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 12, 2013

Since its inception in 2003, Avente Tiles online tile showroom has sold hand-painted ceramic tile, handmade cement tile, and artisan tiles through various channels of the internet, including our website , this blog, Facebook , Twitter , Houzz , guest posts, and most importantly, word of mouth and repeat business. design standards.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 3, 2014

Along with washing the outdoor furniture, cleaning the grill for upcoming BBQs, and testing outdoor equipment, you shouldnt forget to refresh and update the look of your swimming pool with richly colored, hand-painted porcelain tiles. Search This Blog & Beyond. design standards. hand painted tile. My Blog List.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 17, 2013

Each tile is exquisitely hand-painted in relief. Yucatan Dark Green Hand Painted Ceramic Tile. Search This Blog & Beyond. design standards. hand painted tile. My Blog List. Modenus Interior Design Blog. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Did you know? Arpi Nalbandian.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 17, 2014

The Arena Corinthians Stadium has been built to sustainable design standards. Search This Blog & Beyond. design standards. hand painted tile. My Blog List. Modenus Interior Design Blog. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Content Talks Business Blog. Arpi Nalbandian.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 17, 2013

In last weeks post , Arpi Nalbandian started the month-long celebration by introducing the rich history and culture of Portugal, and the important role hand-painted ceramic tile has played. Aventes Portuguese tiled are hand-painted by an artisan tile maker and fired twice. Search This Blog & Beyond. design standards.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 9, 2013

Avente Tile works closely with its tile artisans and we can often beat the standard delivery time, or find ways to improve delivery with expedited freight or shipping. Pressed with real leaves, these decorative hand-painted 8"x8" tiles include a Maple Leaf, Ash Leaf, and Ginkgo Leaf design. Spring Vine Hand Painted Ceramic Tile.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 29, 2013

Now while there I also had the opportunity to view some amazing mosaic work that if you didnt look closely could assume was a painting or even a rug. Search This Blog & Beyond. design standards. hand painted tile. My Blog List. Modenus Interior Design Blog. Content Talks Business Blog. field tile.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 6, 2013

With their hand-painted relief details, available either in a matte or gloss finish, these richly colored tiles boast sophisticated designs inspired by natures bounty. Fruit Basket Hand Painted Tile Mural. Measuring 18"x18", hand-painted ceramic tile mural is accented with a border of rope liner for added visual interest.

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Tile Talk

JULY 23, 2013

Everywhere you go within this elegant city, you’ll notice hand-painted terracotta and ceramic tiles gracing every niche, fountain, building façade, restaurant, and more. Handmade or hand-painted tile can be found in every part of Santa Barbara, CA. A closer look at Susan Dunbars beautiful hand-painted tile craftsmanship.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 1, 2014

This typically bold, Cuban pattern (below) was muted to create a much softer effect that was used in the entry, bath, and dinning room. To learn more about tile and pattern design, make sure to subscribe to our blog. Search This Blog & Beyond. design standards. hand painted tile. My Blog List.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 9, 2012

With mismatched patterns, strong grout lines, and bold colors, Fragments are a great choice for a contemporary kitchen, bath or accent wall. Search This Blog & Beyond. design standards. hand painted tile. My Blog List. Modenus Interior Design Blog. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 8, 2013

Our goal is to offer products that meet your uncompromising standards. Search This Blog & Beyond. design standards. hand painted tile. My Blog List. Modenus Interior Design Blog. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Let us know how we at Avente Tile can assist you! at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 15, 2013

Top 10 Hand Painted Tiles of 2010. Do you have a favorite cement tile or hand painted ceramic tile? Search This Blog & Beyond. design standards. hand painted tile. My Blog List. Modenus Interior Design Blog. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Posted by William Buyok.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 4, 2013

Search This Blog & Beyond. design standards. hand painted tile. My Blog List. Modenus Interior Design Blog. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Content Talks Business Blog. Have You Written a Welcome Readers Blog Article? Coverings Blog. Blog Archive.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

Search This Blog & Beyond. design standards. hand painted tile. My Blog List. Modenus Interior Design Blog. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Content Talks Business Blog. Have You Written a Welcome Readers Blog Article? Coverings Blog. Blog Archive.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 11, 2014

Make your fireplace the focal point of the room with hand-painted ceramic or cement tiles. And, dont forget the stunning glazes found in our hand-painted plain or field tile can provide an elegant and classic look, too. Leave your tile question in the comments on this blog and well happily answer any questions you may have.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 29, 2012

Bathroom Blogfest, now in its seventh year, draws attention to the customer experience through blog articles and social media content published over five days, from October 29 through November 2, 2012. Bathroom Blogfest brings together 18 bloggers and blogs from the U.S., Nora DePalma noradepalma OR-DP POV www.oreilly-depalma.com/blog.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 28, 2012

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. Search This Blog & Beyond. design standards. hand painted tile. My Blog List. Modenus Interior Design Blog. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 7, 2012

If you arent able to get to Spain any time soon, then bring Spain into your home with hand-painted Spanish tile offered by Avente Tile , or by contacting your ceramic tile retailer about the products I highlighted above. Search This Blog & Beyond. design standards. hand painted tile. My Blog List. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 31, 2013

If you enjoy our blog - devoted to hand-painted and hand crafted tiles - make sure to follow our blog as told through pinterest and houzz. Search This Blog & Beyond. design standards. hand painted tile. My Blog List. Modenus Interior Design Blog. Content Talks Business Blog.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 21, 2014

Color bleed occurs when cement tiles, placed in racks, are removed from a water bath that is necessary to strengthen the tiles as they cure. Racked cement tiles are lowered into a water bath to cure for 24 hours. Leave your cement tile question in the comments on this blog and well happily answer any questions you may have.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 29, 2012

Because a residential backsplash, bath floor or fireplace requires less than 50 square feet, using stocked tiles in standard colorways will save money. Search This Blog & Beyond. design standards. hand painted tile. My Blog List. Modenus Interior Design Blog. Content Talks Business Blog.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

they introduced various forms of art and artistic techniques, including a unique custom of painted ceramics, called Zillij. With the guidance of their mentors, the pupils would learn the essential, but laborious, task of baking clay, meticulously hand-cutting each piece, and then painting the pieces with painstaking accuracy.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 27, 2013

But I digress, after all this is a tile blog. It is difficult to get the tiles to release intact even after a century² Over time station names have changed, so the tiles were painted over to conceal the old names. Search This Blog & Beyond. design standards. hand painted tile. My Blog List.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 7, 2014

Malibu Carrillo B 6" x 6" Hand Painted Ceramic Tile. Malibu Latigo A 6" x 6" Hand Painted Ceramic Tile. Top 10 Hand Painted Tiles of 2010. Search This Blog & Beyond. design standards. hand painted tile. My Blog List. Modenus Interior Design Blog. Bruselas B 8" x 8" Cement Tile. cement tile.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

In this case, the customer needed an 8"x8" tile size of the Gran Cordoba Cement Tile pattern for their residential hall and bath. Due to increases in our costs, we must raise the price on many of our hand painted ceramic and cement tiles. Search This Blog & Beyond. design standards. hand painted tile.

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