Bath, Marble, Porcelain and Sales

5 Ways to Wear White After Memorial Day

Architectural Ceramics

MAY 24, 2019

Using white marble in a space, like putting on a pair of pointy-toed heels, is always a timeless choice. AC’s Candango Collection featuring a dimensional mosaic in Thassos marble. A mosaic sheet in Thassos marble from AC’s Candango Collection. A mosaic sheet in Thassos marble from AC’s Candango Collection.

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Think Outside the Box: Rethinking the Square Shower Niche

Architectural Ceramics

MAY 31, 2019

The master bath pictured on the left, treats the oversized his and hers niches like framed pieces of artwork; while the shower space shown on the left, hides the niche in the half wall near the bench where items are easily accessible. The large-format porcelain tile, in four colorways, looks like concrete. Rectangle is the new square.

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Newest Trends in Kitchen & Bath

Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 16, 2015

So, I wanted to take a look at the newest trends that we’re seeing in tile for Kitchen and Baths. However, we have seen a huge increase in black tile sales over the last 6 months. I found this photo on Pinterest , because I’m thinking about doing this look for my master bath. Black Tile. where to buy? where to buy?

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Bath Kitchen Trends Cement

Ceramic: In-store elements help secure the sale

Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Yet, some retailers struggle with the sale. Often the challenge is laid at the feet of industry shortcomings such as labor and product costs; however, there’s a much simpler explanation that once remedied could potentially boost the sales potential for flooring dealers big and small: in-store merchandising. Seeing is believing.

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Sales Ceramics Grout Tile

TISE 2024: Bold design takes tile to the next level

Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

I think the vibe is very good,” said Patrick Warren, vice president, residential sales, dealer & showrooms, Daltile. The product integrates porcelain tile with LED lighting to create a backlit look for users. Divinium is a porcelain and ceramic wall and mosaic collection. We’re optimistic, and Daltile’s in it to win it.”

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Tile Louisville Design Mosaics

Expect the Unexpected from Tile Variation

Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 13, 2017

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.

Natural Stone

Natural Stone Tile Marble Porcelain

Making a Statement with Shower Accent Walls

Architectural Ceramics

JULY 28, 2017

Photo: Master bath designed by Chase Builders, photo via AC on Houzz. The master bath, designed by Chase Builders , is a trendy yet timeless space. Photo: AC’s Brocade Collection, featuring the Chevron Mosaic in thassos and cararra polished marble, photo via AC on Houzz. Moody & Modern. An Asian-Inspired Oasis.

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Bath Stone Porcelain Mosaics

4 Ways to Think Big with Tile in Small Bathrooms

Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

AC’s Kiln & Penny Collection, porcelain penny round in the color Petrolio. AC’s Kiln & Penny Collection is unique because it is a porcelain that looks like ceramic. The benefit is that it has the softness of a ceramic tile but the durability of a porcelain. Kids’ bath designed by Holland Bath & Spa.

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DC Tile Porcelain Bath

Getting in Shape: The Skinny on Tile Shapes & Patterns

Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

Ceramic, marble, porcelain, glass — Square tile is available in a variety of material types. At AC, we have endless porcelain and marble options available as a 12″x12″ field tile. The tile choices throughout the bath are simple in shape and color. Hexagon: Eat your heart out.

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Tile Marble Mosaics DC

Ready for Resale: Tips on Getting Ready to Sell Your Home

Architectural Ceramics

MAY 26, 2017

There has been a shift in the preferred finishes,” Fernandez says, “The hot look right now is light or grey cabinets, with light marble or quarts countertops, and dark flooring.”. The natural veining in the 3×6 marble backsplash, purchased at AC, provides a simple accent. For more wood-look porcelain options, visit our website.

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Working in Harmony: Tile That Embodies the Principles of Feng Shui

Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 24, 2018

AC’s brushed limestone Vestige Zebrano floor tile, semi-polished Wave limestone wall tile, and porcelain wood-plank wall tile. AC’s brushed limestone Vestige Zebrano floor tile, semi-polished Wave limestone wall tile, and porcelain wood-plank wall tile. The his and hers vanity tops feature Cararra marble slabs.

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Tile Quarry Marble Natural Stone

Take It Outside: Outdoor AC Tile Collections

Architectural Ceramics

JULY 27, 2018

From porcelain to specialty ceramic, here are how a few materials compare in an exterior application: Porcelain & Glass. These two tile types are mentioned together, because porcelain and glass both undergo high heat and pressure when made. Or, go for a vein-cut marble instead of a slate with an uneven cleft.

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Outdoor Terracotta Natural Stone Tile

Natural Stone: Opportunity knocks as consumers hunker down

Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Although COVID-19 initially slowed sales of natural stone, we have seen a sudden uptick as a result of the renewed focus on home improvement,” explained Raj Shah, president, MSI Surfaces. “Of Opportunity for natural stone has always been in kitchen and bath. For most, marble and limestone continue to drive sales.

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Natural Stone Stone Marble Mosaics

Arizona Tile Honored with Industry Partner Awards

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

In addition, Dallas Sales Representative Kathie Ahrens attended the ARC Awards on August 16th and was pleased and honored to hear Arizona Tile mentioned several times during the awards presentation. Congratulations to our Texas sales team, management and associates for being recognized with these awards!

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Tile: New applications expand segment’s potential

Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 27, 2019

Daltile’s Panoramic Porcelain Surfaces are resistant to water, heat, stains, scratches, chemicals and traffic. While the tile market is under pressure from the realistic visuals and waterproof technologies of resilient product lines, porcelain is taking its market share back through innovative new products. By Megan Salzano.

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Tile Porcelain Natural Stone North America

Dawning Diversification

Diary of a Tile Addict

JULY 4, 2018

Gauged ceramic panels, sintered stone surfaces – call them what you will – these new continuous-pressed porcelain behemoths are a great opportunity … and a serious challenge. Flaviker will be pushing back the frontiers of porcelain at Cersaie 2018, with new 12mm thick panels and its new Bath Design project.

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Porcelain Ceramics Bath Grout

Made By Moms, For Moms: Tiled Spaces with a Feminine Touch

Architectural Ceramics

MAY 13, 2018

We know that the mosaic in the master bath shower is beautiful, but the aesthetic and function don’t stop there. Spoiler alert, when Moms want to spoil themselves on Mother’s Day with a little me time, we’re sensing a theme: in-home baths that are spa-like retreats. Drysdale also used the floral mosaic.

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Ceramic tile poised to take back market share

Floor Covering News

JUNE 22, 2021

Despite tile’s ongoing growth for several years, the category hit a snag in 2019 and 2020 as sales dropped and growth stagnated. Various data also suggest that consumers are much more willing to spend their hard-earned cash on areas of the home where tile is indispensable, such as kitchens and baths. So, what gives?

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Ceramics Tile North America Products

2018 Tile Trends from Tile of Spain

JG Kitchens

MARCH 27, 2018

In recent years, North America has been trending away from rectified edges in all looks, with the exception being traditional marble and flowing textured wall tiles in the 12×36″ or upwards sizes. The market is steadily adjusting to this material, and it is becoming more commonplace at point of sale. Natucer Vintage Series.

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Spain Trends North America Tile

There’s a Small Bathroom Design Revolution and You’ll Love These Rule-breaking Trends

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2017

Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. Image: Francesco Todaro Brushed chrome accents and a combination of tile featuring inexpensive white subway tiles and expensive glass and marble chevron tiles create a visually interesting small bathroom.

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Trends Design Marble France

“You can buy tile anywhere, but you can’t access talent everywhere.” One on One with Anna Marie Fanelli

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JUNE 13, 2012

Her work has been highlighted in publications ranging from the New York Times and Newsday to Better Homes & Gardens Kitchen Makeover and Better Homes & Gardens Bath Makeovers. I was director of marketing for a point of sale advertising agency. There are a lot of porcelains out there that are doing those wave patterns.

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Tile Russia New York Stone

Ceramic Central

5 Ways to Wear White After Memorial Day

Think Outside the Box: Rethinking the Square Shower Niche

Trending Sources

Newest Trends in Kitchen & Bath

Ceramic: In-store elements help secure the sale

TISE 2024: Bold design takes tile to the next level

Expect the Unexpected from Tile Variation

Making a Statement with Shower Accent Walls

4 Ways to Think Big with Tile in Small Bathrooms

Getting in Shape: The Skinny on Tile Shapes & Patterns

Ready for Resale: Tips on Getting Ready to Sell Your Home

Working in Harmony: Tile That Embodies the Principles of Feng Shui

Take It Outside: Outdoor AC Tile Collections

Natural Stone: Opportunity knocks as consumers hunker down

Arizona Tile Honored with Industry Partner Awards

Tile: New applications expand segment’s potential

Dawning Diversification

Made By Moms, For Moms: Tiled Spaces with a Feminine Touch

Ceramic tile poised to take back market share

2018 Tile Trends from Tile of Spain

There’s a Small Bathroom Design Revolution and You’ll Love These Rule-breaking Trends

“You can buy tile anywhere, but you can’t access talent everywhere.” One on One with Anna Marie Fanelli

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