CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 27, 2015

The National Kitchen and Bath Association found gray to be the fastest-growing shade for the bathroom. Arizona Tile Cementine Black and White Porcelain Decos. Black tile provides a dark, rich ambiance that could be a refreshing change to the more standard light and crisp bathroom décor. Industry Insights Product Information'

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Tile Talk

MAY 6, 2014

I was thrilled to see porcelain tiles paying homage to traditional and contemporary cement tile patterns. And remember, while the look is that of hand-crafted cement, these tiles are made entirely of porcelain. As an advocate of hand-crafted ceramic and cement tile, I felt more connection than ever to these new porcelain tiles.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

The Geo 10 in our standard colorway of Cana Green and Suede remains very popular. However, we have seen Geo 10 used in a residential application with the classic black and white in one bath and the Indian Red and white used in a different bathroom for the same home. design standards. green building products. at 6:00 AM.

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Garden State Tile Blog

JUNE 16, 2020

People are moving away from the safe standards like white subway tile (which will always be classic) and daring to be bolder! Being familiar with products and resources that will withstand the elements in our area is very important. What is your favorite trend you are seeing in Interior Design right now and how do you execute it? .

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 8, 2013

For more than a decade, our company has been dedicated to providing cement tile products that are at the forefront of their class. At Avente Tile, we know that continually finding unique cement tile products and offering them at a great value ensures not only our success, but they must also meet or exceed your design goals.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 19, 2013

Handmade products have always intrigued me. There are four textures in this combination: Travertine, Luna, Limestone and Standard (smooth). With the vast majority of raw materials sourced locally, each ARTO product is manufactured with concrete. Also remember that each ARTO product is manufactured with concrete.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 9, 2012

It is this variation that make the product so unique and each installation is truly one of a kind. With mismatched patterns, strong grout lines, and bold colors, Fragments are a great choice for a contemporary kitchen, bath or accent wall. design standards. green building products. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 24, 2014

design standards. green building products. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. Porcelain Tiles from Spain and the World Cup. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 2, 2012

With the close of the 30th edition of Cersaie, the International Exhibition of Ceramics for Architecture and Bathroom Furnishings held annually in Bologna, Italy, once again proved itself as the launching pad for newly developed ceramic, porcelain, glass and mosaic tile products that will soon hit showrooms and the marketplace.

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Tile Talk

MAY 13, 2014

In our continuing effort to bring you the highest quality in cement tile products and designs, were happy to announce that our Artist Series now includes the Guillermo and Tania collection. design standards. green building products. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. Guillermo Gomez Lama.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 29, 2014

Lama is a visual artist, graphic designer, paper lover and obsessed with both patterns and the production process. design standards. green building products. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 10, 2014

Last week we introduced our new Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool ! design standards. green building products. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. cement tile.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 31, 2013

2013 has been a year of tremendous growth, exciting change, stronger partnerships, and a lot of learning coupled with fun about a product I really love. In the coming year, well be unveiling exciting new products - including our exclusive Signature Line. design standards. green building products. Product Plug.

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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. Youll find great design ideas, tile tips, and information about new products. design standards. green building products. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 21, 2016

Seattle Bark Wood lookalike porcelain flooring. Architectural Ceramics was my top choice for tile because I really love the new trend of wood lookalike porcelain. The standard rough in is 12”; however, I had to buy a 14” rough in because our drain was set out further from the wall. The measure it again. And one more time.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 18, 2013

Patchworks tiles, such as “ Minoo” by Marcel Wander for Bardelli, feature ornate 8”x8” porcelain floor tiles in five silkscreen patterns reminiscent of Persian rugs. The technology is especially useful for exterior cladding and can be applied to all Casalgrande Padana products. Matching is Overrated.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 13, 2018

.” The white vanity was designed by Drysdale herself, but other elements like the starburst mirror came from Baker Furniture, and the all bathroom fixtures and plumbing came by way of DXV for American Standard. We know that the mosaic in the master bath shower is beautiful, but the aesthetic and function don’t stop there.

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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. design standards. green building products. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

The finished product! design standards. green building products. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. The final clean up with again a damp sponge. bathroom design.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 30, 2013

Handmade porcelain tiles are made with the most care and love, so are a great option when you want to make something really special. A dedication to using handmade tile products doesnt mean you compromise on results; rather, youre installing a sense of uniqueness into the existing style of your home. design standards.

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Tile Talk

MAY 7, 2013

With that, more than 900 exhibitors from over 50 countries packed the aisles of the Georgia World Congress Center with the latest, most innovative stone and tile products. Porcelain tile that mimics polished stone from Fiandre Architectural Surfaces. More importantly, what would those products be without proper installation?

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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. design standards. green building products. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 29, 2013

The trip was a great opportunity to discuss new product lines, manufacturing process improvements, and the ways Avente and Aguayo can work together to improve upon the service we offer to you, our customer. The water bath guarantees proper cement hydration. Racked cement tile are lowered into this water bath. design standards.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 17, 2013

While we are celebrating the green, did you know that cement tiles are considered a green product? fuels are used during the tile production phase. design standards. green building products. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products. bathroom design.

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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. design standards. green building products. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 4, 2013

design standards. green building products. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. backsplash designs. bathrom blogfest 2010. bathroom design. bathroom tile. cement tile.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 15, 2014

If you arent using a standard layout where we provide the ratio of tiles required, or you find yourself with uncommon tile sizes, then youll need to calculate the tiles required by finding the ratio of small tiles to larger tiles using the exact area of each tile. design standards. green building products. Product Plug.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

The centuries-old technique is believed to have originated in 9th century Mesopotamia with the desire to imitate the white porcelain wares coming from China. design standards. green building products. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products. cement tile.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 29, 2013

design standards. green building products. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. backsplash designs. bathrom blogfest 2010. bathroom design. bathroom tile. cement tile.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 15, 2013

Some hydraulically press the tile, others rack the tile before it is submerged in a water bath for 24 hours, and a few will layer and pour the mineral pigment in metal molds before it is set out to air-dry for about two weeks. design standards. green building products. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 17, 2013

Then a second clear, over-glaze is applied to provide a glossy finish ideal for kitchens and baths. If you want a less floral pattern, the Portuguese Ruan is stunning and a great choice for bath or kitchen. design standards. green building products. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 23, 2012

We can now have a product that looks like wood but wears like tile. Another area that will be seeing expansion is the use of robotics in 3D tile production as a way to create varying textures that couldnt be duplicated before and some wonderful possibilities for mosaics. design standards. green building products.

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Tile Talk

MAY 21, 2013

Now, here are some of the highlights of the ceramic tile products seen at the Spanish Pavilion. Grespania showcased the marble looks of its Numancia (shown above) and Icaria porcelain floor tiles in 60x60cm and 30x60cm sizes. Its Reef series of porcelain tiles, available in six colors and three formats, were also attention-getters!

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 16, 2012

a great choice for a contemporary kitchen, bath or accent wall. design standards. green building products. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 6, 2012

Court-appointed artisans were now imitating the 15th century Chinese Ming porcelains that had begun to permeate the Ottoman court. Countless examples of mosques and tombs across the Ottoman Empire were adorned with the products of the Iznik potters skill. design standards. green building products. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 15, 2013

design standards. green building products. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. backsplash designs. bathrom blogfest 2010. bathroom design. bathroom tile. cement tile.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

design standards. green building products. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. backsplash designs. bathrom blogfest 2010. bathroom design. bathroom tile. cement tile.

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