Tile Talk

AUGUST 8, 2017

I'm pleased to announce that our blog and website have moved to a new hosting platform that is responsive and mobile ready. While we haven't been blogging during the update, we look forward to sharing again at the new location and name, Avente Tile Blog. I started the blogging at AventeTileTalk.com in 2008.

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 15, 2017

While hardly a modern material, encaustic tiles are very popular in the home decorating and interior design world. Homeowners of all tastes are turning towards tiles, specifically cement tiles, for their unique patterns, vivid colors, and practical qualities. The Difference Between Cement and Ceramic Tiles.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 16, 2018

Check out Architectural Ceramic’s Surge Collection, featuring a large-format ceramic tile, that mimics illuminated glass and includes bold electric colors too. AC’s Surge Collection, a large-format ceramic tile made to look like back-lit glass, has several features that make it a bright idea: 8″x24″ field tile.

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Granada Tile

MAY 30, 2019

In a world of IKEA furniture and DIY projects, architects and designers need to be creative when adding unique elements to a home. Incorporating handmade encaustic cement tiles is an excellent starting point, but everyone has seen a backsplash, and it may be lacking the ‘wow factor’ a client is looking for. Tile ‘Rugs’. Room Divider.

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Granada Tile

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

Cement tiles have a lot of advantages over ceramic or porcelain tiles. As cement tiles become ever more popular, the market is starting to see tiles that are “faux cement.” Choosing High-Quality Cement Tiles. It’s important to know that cement tiles are not all created equal.

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Granada Tile

JULY 15, 2020

Unlike vinyl or ceramic tiles, cement tiles present a timeless, sturdy, and low-maintenance solution to your project. Learn about the Granada Tile difference, why our cement tiles are perfect for your home, and how they can stand out in any location. Cement vs. Vinyl and Ceramic: How They’re Handcrafted.

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Granada Tile

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Benefits of Using Encaustic Cement Tile. Encaustic hand-poured cement tiles offer a wide range of benefits for your kitchen remodel. These tiles are far more durable than ceramic or vinyl tiles. If you’re looking for something traditional and timeless, there’s nothing like a classic hexagon design.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 11, 2015

I'm pleased to announce that today is our very first post of our blog, Avente Tile Talk , at its new location here on Avente Tile. I started the Avente Tile Talk blog at AventeTileTalk.com in 2008. So, after some work and changes, we are relaunching the blog here! Avente Tile Talk - Our Blog's Mission Remains Unchanged.

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Granada Tile

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

Cement tiles have been popular since the 1860s and this is for a good reason—they are one of the most practical and beautiful types of tiles available. Cement tiles offer a huge range of benefits that make them a good choice for any room in your home. These tiles will outlast many other types of tile, including ceramic ones.

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Granada Tile

JUNE 22, 2019

From the stunning Bordeaux to the Moroccan-inspired Arabesque , Granada Tile’s handmade cement tiles are sweeping the world as a unique way to improve the look and feel of any space. Contrary to common ceramic tiles, handmade cement tiles offer the ability to customize any aspect of the design to suit your style.

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Granada Tile

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

They’re inspired by the designs of Gio Ponti, whose tiles designs we’ve long be obsessed with. In the early 60s, Gio Ponti, architect and designer extraordinaire, worked on a pair of hotels in Italy, one in Sorrento and one in Rome, designing several different floor tile patterns.

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Granada Tile

JUNE 13, 2018

At Granada Tile, we go above providing you with just the tile design you desire for your space. Ceramic encaustic tiles were made with clay and glazes that have been put through a heating process to essentially burn the pigments and patterns into the tile. So to answer a common question, cement tiles are not truly encaustic.

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 21, 2018

Kitchens have always served the same function (to prepare meals), but they only advanced enough to include design features within the last century. This doesn’t mean that the style has always stayed the same, as the look of cement tile backsplash has changed dramatically over the years. 1960s kitchen using ceramic tiles.

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Granada Tile

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

All it takes to make a big visual impact is one simple tool, cement kitchen tiles. So Much to Love About Cement Kitchen Tiles. We love cement kitchen tiles because they are practical and extremely durable, can be designed into virtually any color or pattern, and are fairly easy to install. Black and White Kitchen Tiles.

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Tile Talk

MAY 13, 2014

Artist Series Cement Tile Collection Grows with Guillermo & Tania. 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. 10" x 10" Handmade Cement Tile. 10" x 10" Handmade Cement Tile.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 15, 2013

2012s Top 12 Cement & Ceramic Tiles. In 2012, our top selling tile was a Heritage Olive Green cement tile in a 14" x 14" format - the largest format available in cement tile. In 2012, our top selling tile was a Heritage Olive Green cement tile in a 14" x 14" format - the largest format available in cement tile.

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Granada Tile

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

One tile type deserves special notice, encaustic cement tile. Encaustic tiles vary from the traditional ceramic tiles for a few reasons. Encaustic tiles are formed using pressure, rather than ceramic, which dictates each tile be fired in a kiln. Not all tiles are created equal. thick, making them outstandingly long lasting.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 15, 2013

Cement Tile Designs That Impress! For this post, I’d like to focus on cement tile specifically. Alcala cement tile in a custom colorway. The stunning Alcala cement tile pattern (pictured above) is a wonderful example of how a custom colorway created an eye-catching floor using warm colors and earth tones.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 11, 2014

New Arabesque Pattern Designs in Cement Tile. As we explore pattern and tile design this month on Tile Talk, I’d like to start by introducing some of our newest Arabesque cement tile patterns. Patterns are decorative designs on the surface of materials that usually have a repeating design motif.

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Granada Tile

APRIL 14, 2017

While hardly a modern material, encaustic tiles are very popular in the home decorating and interior design world. Homeowners of all tastes are turning towards tiles, specifically cement tiles, for their unique patterns, vivid colors, and practical qualities. The Difference Between Cement and Ceramic Tiles.

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Granada Tile

AUGUST 29, 2017

Cement tiles are handmade artisan products renowned for their amazing array of design possibilities and unmatched durability when compared to other tiles. Like all concrete and natural stone, cement tiles are porous. Sealing Grout for Cement Tiles Vs. Ceramic Tiles. Step 1: Ensure a Clean, Dry Surface.

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Granada Tile

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

Tiles have always been a go-to material for the bathroom, but have you considered cement tile for your remodel? Cement tiles have been showing up in magazines, home renovation TV shows, and décor blogs more and more, and for good reasons. Why Choose Cement Tiles Over Ceramic Tiles? If not, it’s about time you do.

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Granada Tile

NOVEMBER 15, 2017

Cement tiles are one of the most popular materials on the market today. From floors to walls, cement tiles come with many benefits that outlast both ceramic tiles and hardwood floors. Cement tiles aren’t hard to maintain but they do require some basic cleaning and maintenance to keep their beauty and handmade charm.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 19, 2014

Handmade Alcala Cement Tile on a bathroom wall. In my last post, I introduced Avente Tile’s newly published Guide to Buying Handmade Cement Tile. This 14-page downloadable Guide features information, examples of cement tile installations, FAQs, and more. What is Handmade Cement Tile? Cement Tiles are: • Durable.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Cement Tile Design Trends & Tips. I love the color in this cement tile floor. Notice how the cement tile pattern blends similar colors to create a simpler pattern? If youre having trouble finding the right color, design or pattern, then these cement tile design trends may provide the answer you were looking for.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 29, 2014

New & Old Cement Tile Patterns Heat up the Strip. As I conclude my final post on playing with pattern in tile design, Im excited to share a unique wall installation of our classic, popular Cuban tiles and our newest line of cement tile offered by Aguayo Cement Tile. Asterisk is a new, contemporary cement tile pattern.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 14, 2014

Cement Tile Backsplash Design, Cost & Installation Tips. One of the biggest trends in cement tile is to use them for a backsplash – primarily a kitchen backsplash – like the one shown here and featured on Houzz by our friends, Philadelphia-based general contracting firm Buckminster Green. Tuesday, January 14, 2014.

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 6, 2017

It’s not a new look — in fact since the invention of cement tile, their patterns have been used in private homes and public buildings to bring in the color found in woven rugs and avoid the inevitable wear and tear. And, as an added bonus, our cement tiles are long-lasting and easy care. A Rug You Can’t Ruin.

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 6, 2017

If you’ve started shopping for cement tiles for an upcoming home or commercial upgrade, you may have come across the question, “what is the difference between hand painted and hand poured tiles?”. Cement Tiles: Hand Painted or Hand Poured? Cement Tiles: Hand Painted or Hand Poured? The Benefits of Hand Poured Tiles.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 20, 2012

Great Floor Designs with Rustic Cement Tile Pavers. With these pavers, you get the benefit of cement in their durability and strength, a broader color palette, and sizes and shapes that can be adapted to any décor and environment. Our Rustic Cement Tile Pavers come in various square and rectangular formats.

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 23, 2017

Ceramic tiles first made an appearance in the ninth or tenth century BC, with cement tile arriving quite a bit later in the 1800s when hydraulic presses were invented and Portland cement was discovered. Visit the Granada Tile Minis collection to view our zellige-inspired cement tile. Moroccan Tile. Spanish Tile.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 5, 2013

Arabesque & Spanish Cement Tile Designs to Love. Together with Arabesque Spanish floor tiles, our hand-painted La Merced ceramic tiles (from our Barcelona collection) reveal a warm and friendly surrounding. Moreover, the cement used for producing these tiles is supplied by an Energy Star Certified factory. Pata Grande.

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Tile Talk

JULY 30, 2013

Cement Tile Designs: From Antiquity to Tomorrow. In my last blog article, I wrote about the mosaic tile floors of Fishborne Roman Palace in Sussex, England. This article will explore how ancient designs still have a place in modern life. Designed by Joanne Bradley. Designed by Joanne Bradley. 16 Tile Layout.

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 5, 2017

Granada Tile has traveled across the globe to Morocco to find inspiration for our very own Moroccan cement tile designs. Look over our inventory of beautiful Moroccan cement tiles inspired by historical installations to visualize how you can bring this age-old tile once coveted by royalty into your home.

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Granada Tile has become a leading name in encaustic cement tiles worldwide. Our tiles are the design item of choice for famous interior designers, home builders, and architects. Granada Tile uses only eco-friendly methods and materials to create its handcrafted encaustic cement tiles. Granada Tile is Eco-Friendly.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 8, 2013

Custom Cement Tiles Add The Right Touch. Project Pick: Custom Cement Tile Design Adds The Right Touch This months Project Pick is from Mark and Erin C. from central New York and features custom designed cement tiles by Avente for their recent kitchen remodel. Learn How Custom Cement Tiles.

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 27, 2021

It’s hard to beat this collection, and it’s sure to last longer and look better than ceramic tiles. Check out timeless shapes behind the Olvera Collection and start your design scheme today. Diamond and triangle designs can craft an ultramodern design for a flowing eyeline. Squares and Rectangles.

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