Tile Talk

APRIL 30, 2013

How to Create a Stunning Mosaic Tile Wall Feature. A mosaic wall is one of the best features that you can have in your home. The colors and designs that youll find are almost endless. The joy of creating a tile mosaic is there is no right or wrong. As you can see, it really is simple to create a mosaic wall feature.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

Cement Tiles Trend Toward Bold Patterns & Colors. I reported that I was seeing a trend to use texture, color, and geometric patterns in tile. Im excited about this trend because I like to see color and pattern embraced in design. The Melilla Cement Tile use nine colors in this bold warm palette with a playful Latin feel.

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Tile Talk

MAY 20, 2014

Because Islamic cultural beliefs negated the use of human form depictions, creative inspirations of florals, stars, animals, and geometric designs were used in the elaborate mosaics that became readily identifiable as Islamic. Islamic tile were oftentimes manufactured in a star pattern where they were organized into a complex mosaic.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 9, 2012

Fragments are colorful mosaic accent strips made from patterned cement tile that have been cut. Each tessera is carefully chosen based on how its color and pattern will integrate with the theme of the mosaic. The tiles, patterns and colors used for each project will be unique and different. Well be glad to help!

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Tile Talk

JUNE 24, 2014

The courtyard focuses on a babbling fountain designed in exquisitely crafted, boldly colored tile and a seating area surfaced in clay pavers where friends and family congregate over a bottle of wine and plate of cheese and fruit. Texture and color are important elements, as well as the notion of secluding oneself from the rest of the world.

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Tile Talk

MAY 13, 2014

This new collection, created by artists Guillermo Gomez Lama and Tania Marmolejo, boasts eight different designs, each presented with three color options. Its amazing how a burst of color can enhance someones day or living space. What better color is there than yellow to brighten up an area that lacks something. Tania Marmolejo.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 4, 2012

Over the centuries, creative artisans used colored stones and brick to create geometric patterns on structures. Image via Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA). Moraq tiles (mosaic style) panels created with this technique were made to withstand the elements of time. Early 14th century). Image via www.IslamicArts.org.

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Tile Talk

JULY 23, 2013

Located 83 miles north of Los Angeles, CA, is a gem of a city nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains. Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 30, 2012

Climbing Out with Color, Texture and Time in Tile. Climb Out with Color Im a big fan of color and pattern in design. I’ve seen more colorful tile at trade shows than ever before and the trend is coming to showrooms. I’ve also sent out an amazing array of colorful tile. Tuesday, October 30, 2012.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 16, 2012

Cement tiles work well with stone to create a focal point that draws your attention to the space, while adding color and interest, such as the cement tile rug created in this master bathroom using two of our tile patterns: Sosua and Geometric 10. Fragments is designed for wall applications because the mosaic surface is not flat.

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Tile Talk

MAY 6, 2014

Those of you who follow our blog know that Im a big proponent both of color and pattern in design. The tiles break from tradition using a larger 12-inch format, and are available in four pleasing but limited colors of patchwork natural, grey natural, black natural and blue natural. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Gold Notes. 2 days ago.

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Tile Talk

JULY 30, 2013

In my last blog article, I wrote about the mosaic tile floors of Fishborne Roman Palace in Sussex, England. Unlike the Roman rulers, most of us do not have the time or money to have elaborate tile mosaics fashioned for our floors. The colors in the reproduced pattern were chosen from Avente Tiles Heritage Cement Tile Color Palette.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 20, 2013

Murphy Mosaic Backsplash by Appomattox Tile Art. Stainless Steel Mosaic Tile by Ann Sacks. . • Water-jet cut mosaic tile and stone panels. • Mosaic tiles (stone, glass, and mixed). Even though I’m partial to the Moorish look, I seem to be drawn to mixed mosaics each and every time. Newer Post.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 17, 2013

Project Pick: Create a Mosaic with Gourmet Garden Tiles. The backsplash shown uses 4"x4" tiles in a checkerboard mosaic pattern, and is framed with a charming twig border created by the same artist. Create your own mosaic backsplash by choosing your favorite vegetables or colors! Margaret Almon Mosaics. Gold Notes.

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The Tile Shop

SEPTEMBER 15, 2010

I like the way these bathroom spaces use small pops of glass for color. I think this is a really smart way to use our colored glass tiles if you are unsure about how to use color in the space. Glass subway tiles in a vertical brick pattern mixed with 1" mosaics.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Happily, along with this desire for something new and different, fireplaces are also enjoying their place in the renewal process with the limitless decorative possibilities of handmade cement tile, porcelain tile, glass tile, ceramic tile, and mosaic tile. Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 29, 2013

Aguayo Cement Tiles are well known for their quality, large color palette, and commitment to new design. Mixing the Color Layer of Cement Tile. The calcium carbonate in these bins will first be weighed, and then mixed to form the color layer of cement tile. The color layer of handmade cement tiles is about 1/8" thick.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 8, 2014

Gone are the days of solely mixing bold colors and patterns only to walk away with a headache rather than inspiration! Such was the case with one of our clients who created a very different effect with the Mission Ring Cement Tile pattern on their kitchens backsplash by using the same color in almost all of the cement tile mold segments.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

The collection features a rich assortment of stones of various sizes and colors – all perfectly designed to blend together into a timeless look. Finally, in celebration of the 10th year of its SpectraLock Grout product, Laticrete conducted an in-booth promotion where the works of extremely talented mosaic artists were displayed.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 1, 2014

Unify different patterns in a room by choosing a common color for all patterns. Or, use the same pattern in different scales or colors. The patterns are unified by common colors. Unify patterns in different rooms by choosing common colors. Use the same colors in patterns to unify patterns in the same room.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 21, 2014

The color choices really stand out. Everything works together using the same color palette as the tiles. Buffing will also remove any surface color bleed on cement tile; but, you won’t be able to use a floor buffer on a vertical backsplash installation. Color bleed can occur when the tiles are removed. Gold Notes.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

Countries with colorful histories have always provided a deep-rooted fascination to outsiders because of their culture, traditions, food, and most importantly, the art produced within the country. Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles. Tuesday, September 4, 2012. Posted by Arpi Nalbandian.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 18, 2014

Patterns establish the mood of a room – just like color. However, they add complexity to the design because they need to work effectively with color to maintain the mood and feel. It’s more difficult to create an effective pattern and color palette than just choosing colors. Playful Pattern.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 28, 2014

Thank you Richard and Mary - your kindness and support of the THF in this expression of art is greatly appreciated and will be fondly included as part of my Spanish-style home in Los Angeles. Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 25, 2013

This spring I was touched by the kindness of a simple gesture that few of us do in this electronic age, Margaret wrote a note thanking me for my support - on the cover was a joyful expression of her stain glass mosaics. How and when did you start creating the mosaic glass art masterpieces?

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Tile Talk

MARCH 4, 2014

But as eternal optimists, were looking ahead to the greener, colorful season where every living thing seems to rejoice in the coming vernal equinox. This months Pinboards focus on seasonal changes where, just like nature, were bursting for changes in designs, patterns and colors in our homes and businesses. Margaret Almon Mosaics.

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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. The colors used in this custom cement tile pattern include: Heritage Lemon Chiffon. The customer used the Heritage Pale Green solid color tiles to fill the area outside of the rug. Mosaic Madness.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 29, 2014

His works influences are based on vibration and repetitions of experimental electronic music, mosaics, and the patterns of human behavior. Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Gold Notes. 2 days ago.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

Thats the basics of tiling a shower and I do have to apologize for the yellow color in the photos. Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. The finished product!

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 7, 2012

This detailed view of the Ágora building’s façade illustrates how natural sunlight and the reflection of immediate surroundings can play colorful tricks on the eye. Trencadís is a type of mosaic created from broken tile shards. Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 15, 2013

Heritage Olive Green 14" x 14" Solid Color Cement Tile (Polished Finish). For your trend-spotters, theres something to be said about large format tiles and Pantones color pick for 2013, Emerald Green. Classic Solid Color White 8" x 8" Cement Tile. Existing patterns can be easily customized with a myriad of colors.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

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. Cement Tile Color Trends.

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Tile Talk

JULY 2, 2013

We have just the right solution for you - ceramic and cement tiles in a multitude of colors, shapes, and motifs. We offer everything from vibrant Cuban tile patterns in contrasting colors, or soothing classic cement patterns in harmonizing colors. Our handmade cement tiles offer a range of design possibilities. Featured Tile.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 8, 2013

They wisely considered some of our existing patterns that allow for easy color substitution from the existing color palette. Mark and Erin knew what they wanted and partnered with Avente to develop the pattern while they finalized the colors. Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

We looked through the offerings and due to the increased cost we settled on a beige color tile and got 6 boxes, which worked out to 48 tiles that were each 18" x 18". ðis] ) is a type of mosaic used in Catalan modernism , created from broken tile shards. This mosaic is done using broken pieces of ceramic, like tiles and dinnerware.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

Project Pick: Hand-Painted Spanish Ceramic Tile Risers Aventes Spanish Tiles are beautifully hand-painted in a variety of colors and patterns on ceramic bisque using time-honored techniques. The Majolica technique utilizes an opaque white tin-based glaze that is ideal for vibrant, colorful patterns and designs for ceramics. Gold Notes.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 11, 2014

It refers to an implied sense of texture or depth created through the use of artistic elements of line, shading and color. Although the shape repeats, the random color of this Saltillo-looking color makes the pattern very playful, sophisticated, and fun! True "through body" color. Pick a color.

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