Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

MARCH 23, 2015

Looking for a classic mosaic to complement your vintage-style bathroom? We are pleased to announce the arrival of marvelous mosaics that are perfect for that nouveau retro bath! tile hexagon mosaic octagon'

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The Perfect Bath

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

Only a dozen years ago, waterjet mosaics were the new shining star in the marketplace. This has given way to special CNC computerized equipment, designed to cut stone into patterns that have been programmed into the cutting machine. A stone mosaic can also activate and define a space, much as a beautiful rug would do.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 28, 2017

Let’s kill two trendy birds with one stone: an accent wall in a chevron mosaic. 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. The tile mosaic that grabs your attention, is AC’s Suite series, in the color Mica.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Our City Hall Collection features the 4″x12″ field tile shown above, as well as a 3″x6″ subway tile, a penny round mosaic, and coordinating trims like a pencil liner and base molding. Renovating a kids’ bath and need access to the tub? Kids’ bath designed by Holland Bath & Spa.

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The Perfect Bath

MARCH 5, 2014

I simply love mosaics–from the earliest ones I’ve seen at Ephesus, Herculaneum, St. The beauty of mosaics is in the detail. I find it interesting to follow the development of scale and artistry in the earliest mosaics to those in St. The mosaics photos in this post were taken in Fall 2013 in Venice and Herculaneum.

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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. To get the look of either shower space pictured above, look to one of AC’s many stone collections.

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Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

AUGUST 19, 2014

Our friends at Syverson Tile & Stone have shared some great photos of a couple of rooms for which they recently helped design, the material supplied by Kate-Lo Tile & Stone. Design Industry Raw is also available in a 10″x60″ plank from our parent company, Olympia Tile & Stone.

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The Tile Shop

JULY 7, 2011

Our tile was just featured on an episode of Bath Crashers on the DIY network. They used the Antares Porcelain tile with the Multi tumbled 1" stone mosaic. The show was entitled "Open and Accessible" and the bathroom was designed to be wheelchair accessible. Check it out:'

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 23, 2019

The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) released its 2019 Kitchen Design Trends report. The report coincided with its annual Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), celebrating the best in kitchen and bathroom design trends. Long, narrow rectangular tile, subway tile, and small tile/mosaic backsplashes provide visual impact.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

APRIL 26, 2019

The Hard Surfaces & Natural Stone Show is fast approaching. Barriers between natural stone and ceramics in the tile sector have long since broken down. This gives a pleasing feel to the popular stone pattern. Details for Hard Surfaces and Natural Stone Show 2019: ExCel, London April 30 – May 2 2019.

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The Perfect Bath

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

They were a fresh reminder of a retro design and seemed to be the perfect solution for countless traditional small bath floors. Since our patterns are fabricated in marble or glass, there is an inherent rigidity to the material; but the incredible variation in a stone’s surface will give the pattern depth.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

“We feel like nobody has a better footprint to go after that kitchen and bath business, so we’re going to leverage that,” Warren said. Divinium is a porcelain and ceramic wall and mosaic collection. The line includes 3D ribbed, 8-inch hexagons, plus 6 x 18, 3 x 12 pickets a 1 x 6 mosaic and a basketweave mosaic.

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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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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

The powder room, also known as a small guest bath or half bath, is usually located near a home or apartment’s entrance and consists of a toilet and sink. Most half bath spaces are small and basic, but they don’t have to be. If you entertain often, your guests will most likely use your half bath.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Atlanta—Coverings, North America’s largest and premier international tile and stone exhibition and conference, has unveiled the top tile trends for 2024 in celebration of National Tile Day, which takes place February 23. Set in stone: These looks draw inspiration from the magnificent beauty of the Earth’s ancient geological past.

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JG Kitchens

MAY 21, 2014

Last week, I blogged about the top tile trends I spotted at this major US trade show for tile and stone. I also loved the beautiful mosaics on display. Nature enhanced in mosaics (Photo Courtesy: Sicis). This week, I’m going to share some of my favorite products. You can see more of them in last week’s post.).

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 20, 2024

The ultimate winner in this category will be announced by the judges at the upcoming Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) 2024 being held here in February. KBIS recognizes the industry “trailblazers” as being behind the most cutting-edge and innovative products in the kitchen and bath industry.

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Garden State Tile Blog

JUNE 30, 2021

Garden State Tile Glazed Porcelain Mosaics. Hexagon mosaics made a big entrance into the interior design world in the 1900s, mainly installed on bathroom floors to promote better slip resistance thanks to close grout lines that provide a firm grip. Fancy Stone Ovation Carrara / Thassos Waterjet. Retro Revival. Beautiful Bars.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 13, 2018

Design and photo credit via Aidan Design, featuring AC’s Estreslla shell mosaic backsplash. ACI’s Estrella Grande oval shell mosaic. Pictured above, the 2012 DC Design House features Aidan Design’s work, and Architectural Ceramic’s mother-of-pearl oval mosaic. Drysdale also used the floral mosaic.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 22, 2017

The circle and rectangular pinwheel mosaic relates to the rectangular field tile on either side of the stove, and the accent band in between marries both shapes. Here, a recycled glass mosaic from Architectural Ceramic’s Tozen Collection was used to create the backsplash. Tozen 1×4 glass mosaic.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 24, 2024

“Our goal at TISE has always been to inspire design, surface and construction professionals by connecting them with the leading surface, stone, tile and mosaic exhibitors, while our programming delivers insightful education, events and certification programs.” This event includes SURFACES, StonExpo and TileExpo.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

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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The Perfect Bath

JUNE 18, 2014

For years I have been extolling the beauty of stone for the bath. Clearly, I love stone. Not only is it the perfect material for the bath, but it is perfect for the entry or foyer of the house. Stone floors are a powerful presence and say something important.

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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 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. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 26, 2018

That’s right, doggies baths. This laundry room and doggie bath combo, designed by Oliver Designs in Denver, CO., Available through Architectural Ceramics, our Opulence Collection features large-format and mosaic porcelain tiles that looks like travertine. Pratt & Larson’s fan mosaic; image via prattandlarson.com.

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JG Kitchens

MAY 14, 2014

I recently attended Coverings, another major tile and stone show, in Las Vegas. Oxidized stones came on strong this year. I also saw a nice selection of colorful leaf mosaics around the show floor. It was a very good expo, with some of my favorite American, Spanish and Italian manufacturers in attendance.

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JG Kitchens

JUNE 17, 2014

Ultra-thin 1/8″ inch porcelain tile (Photo Courtesy: Classic Tile and Mosaic). New integral cabinetry hardware styles (Photo Courtesy: Contemporary Pull).

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Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

Nothing says renewal like a kitchen, bath or mudroom with up-to-date tile. Stone Looks | Speaking of timeless, stone is always classic, these true-look stone replicas are consistently a wise choice. Unique Shapes | Unique mosaics are always a fun addition to any space you want a feature.

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The Perfect Bath

MAY 4, 2016

Upon walking in the door, I was completely mesmerized by the original mosaics on the floor. I realized that I have photographed great mosaics in various places over time and thought I would inspire you with a look back at some of my favorites. Where should you install mosaics? And, they were in perfect condition.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 24, 2019

AC’s Candango Collection featuring a dimensional mosaic in Thassos marble. A mosaic sheet in Thassos marble from AC’s Candango Collection. The collection, shown above, features a dimensional mosaic in three natural stone marble choices: Thassos (pictured), Crema and Grigio. Is your patio party ready?

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 13, 2023

Orlando – Coverings has released a sneak peek of new tile and stone products, along with a select preview of installation materials, tools and technology products, that will be showcased at Coverings 2023, set to take place April 18-21, 2023, here at the Orange County Convention Center. Roma, the latest collection from Tagina S.P.A.,

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The Perfect Bath

JUNE 8, 2016

It’s a shade that is never out of style for the bath. Fresh white towels rolled into tubes or hung on bars and layered with vintage linen is a great way to to warm the bath. From fresh bright blues to dark navy; from pale grays elevating to dark charcoal. I love them all.

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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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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 13, 2017

The same could be said when considering a handmade ceramic or natural stone, because the variation in the tile’s glaze or veining may surprise you. 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.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 27, 2018

Through high-definition printing, porcelain tiles can mimic other materials like cement or natural stone that are typical of an outdoor setting. Natural Stone & Specialty Ceramic. Think about it, natural stone has been a natural choice in an outdoor application for centuries. But you don’t have to settle for the norm.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 30, 2019

Tile for these areas should not be an exception – in fact, we have some stunning tile that will become the star vs the supporting role.Either in glass or stone, the patterns and custom color options are youthful and dynamic, fit for any children’s area. A place to escape and take a warm bath or a soothing shower. Elizabeth Mitchell.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 16, 2014

Natural Stone Tile. Mosaic Tiles. Other materials, such as natural stone and synthetic stones like Phoenix stone, can also be complemented with a nice stone tile that matches the hues and patterns of your countertop. Dark Emperador, quartz, and marble are all ideal candidates for a gorgeous stone backsplash.

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