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Getting in Shape: The Skinny on Tile Shapes & Patterns

Architectural Ceramics

When considering large-format square field tile, common sizes are: 12″x12″, 18″x18″, and 24″x24″ Decorative or square accent tiles are most commonly seen in 4″x4″ or 6″x6″ Lastly, square mosaics are often mesh-mounted in a 1″x1″ or 2″x2″ size.

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Starlike Sensations

Diary of a Tile Addict

For those of you unfamiliar with the product, Starlike is a two-component acid-resistant epoxy adhesive used in the installation and grouting of ceramic tiles and mosaics with joints from 1 to 15mm wide. ” Mosaic installation featuring Litokol Starlike. Mosaic installation featuring Litokol Starlike.

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Expect the Unexpected from Tile Variation

Architectural Ceramics

Architectural Ceramics is here to help you know what type of range, be it subtle or extreme, to expect from ceramic, porcelain and stone; and to know how best to prepare for it. Ceramic & Porcelain Variation. When creating clay-based ceramic or porcelain tiles, manufacturers strive for consistency or variety.

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Avente Tile Talk: Patterned Tiles are Power Play at Coverings 2014

Tile Talk

I was thrilled to see porcelain tiles paying homage to traditional and contemporary cement tile patterns. Apavisa isnt shy about letting us know that the inspiration for these tiles comes from the cement tile manufacturing method that was first developed in Southern France during the mid 19th century. Margaret Almon Mosaics.

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Avente Tile Talk: Christmas Greetings from Avente Tile

Tile Talk

France: In France, children place their shoes by the fireplace in hopes that le Pere Noe l (Father Christmas) will place gifts for them. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. Architectural Ceramics: Tile+Mosaic. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo.

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Avente Tile Talk: Spring into Summer with our Cement Tile Ideas

Tile Talk

Cement tiles are used all over the world in countries such as Cuba, France, Spain, Portugal and more. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. Architectural Ceramics: Tile+Mosaic. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile.

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Avente Tile Talk: Affordable Luxury with Hand-Painted Field Tiles

Tile Talk

Inspired by the fields of Provence, France, this series is available in five colorways. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. Architectural Ceramics: Tile+Mosaic. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. Photo by Karol.

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