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April Showers Bring May Flowers

Architectural Ceramics

Architectural Ceramics offers two brands, Laticrete and Schluter , that make shower systems part of their specialty. Their shower systems are made of preformed foam components treated with HYDRO BAN. Last, but not least, Laticrete offers three drain styles that coordinate with the HYDRO BAN shower systems. Schluter Systems.

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Cozy Up Your Home for the Holidays

Architectural Ceramics

Taking a luxurious bath is another easy way to feel like you’ve stepped into a spa at the Four Seasons. However, if baths aren’t your thing or your bathroom doesn’t have a tub, you can add a body spray to your shower for hydrotherapy and a massage-like feel. Having an organizational system is key to a welcoming kitchen.

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Avente Tile Talk: Favorite Portuguese Tile Installations

Tile Talk

Then a second clear, over-glaze is applied to provide a glossy finish ideal for kitchens and baths. The Portuguese Braganza pattern is a classic pattern with an unusual color palette including pistachio green, azure blue, and terracotta against a bright yellow background. Franke Kitchen Systems. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath.

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Avente Tile Talk: Relief Cement Tile

Tile Talk

Relief Cement Tiles Simulate Terracotta Is it cement or is it clay? Here two colors were used for the "terracotta body" and the black grout line is in relief. If you are thinking of using Spanish-style pavers or terracotta for your floor, consider what you can do with cement! Franke Kitchen Systems. Photo by Karol.

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THE BEST NATURAL STONE FOR SHOWER & BATHROOM DESIGN IDEAS

Realstone

Mixing Materials – Terracotta Shadowstone Panels Natural stone adds a lot of beauty, color, and texture to a room. Many companies offer online product calculators to assist you with your computations.   The post THE BEST NATURAL STONE FOR SHOWER & BATHROOM DESIGN IDEAS appeared first on Realstone Systems.

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Avente Tile Talk: Tiles of the American Riviera - Santa Barbara, CA

Tile Talk

Everywhere you go within this elegant city, you’ll notice hand-painted terracotta and ceramic tiles gracing every niche, fountain, building façade, restaurant, and more. An Old World terracotta look is graced with intricately designed inserts. Franke Kitchen Systems. Cupboards Kitchen and Bath. Photo by Karol.

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Avente Tile Talk: Innovation, Design Take Center Stage at Cersaie

Tile Talk

The latest trends for Italian ceramics include nature-inspired materials, a rediscovery of terracotta, monolithic tiles, textures, and cutting-edge design that remains environmentally conscious. Italian manufacturers have also seemed to embrace the warmth and appeal of terracotta. Franke Kitchen Systems. Photo by Karol.

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