Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Atlanta—Coverings, the premier international ceramic tile and natural stone exhibition and conference in North America, has launched the official openings for event registration, discounted hotel booking options and award program submissions for Coverings 2024, which will take place here at the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC) April 22-25, 2024.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 2, 2019

While sites like Travel.com offers suggestions of where to go with their article, the Top 10 Most Searched Summer Destinations , at Architectural Ceramics, we’ve come up with our own 10 cities, as well as tile collections inspired by each popular place. The dimensional ceramic tile is available in two main shapes, Elle and Tear.

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Tile of Spain USA

APRIL 22, 2019

Coverings , the largest international tile and stone exhibition in North America, announced two projects featuring Tile of Spain products that received honors during the coveted Coverings Installation & Design (CID) Awards. … Continue Reading.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 7, 2015

I feel extremely lucky to have been a part of the CTDA delegation that went to Istanbul to learn more about Turkey’s ceramic tile industry, as well as their culture. After breakfast, we started off the day with an introduction to the TurkishCeramic Commission, followed by a mini tradeshow showcasing 17 different ceramic factories.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Heck, at Architectural Ceramics, we wrote a blog about it featuring our large-format tile. Ati Williams, real estate entrepreneur and owner of DC Home Buzz , partnered with Architectural Ceramics on this powder room feature wall. Read our blog, Indonesian Inspiration: AC’s Batik Collection , that features the glass tile.

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Conestoga Tile Blog

JUNE 15, 2023

In the first part of the series, we discussed the advantages of incorporating ceramic tiling in your home’s design scheme. Yes, ceramic tile is beautiful, durable, and retains its value, but what else? Whether used indoors or out, ceramic tile can create a great first impression. The post Ceramic Tile?

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 31, 2015

Thanks to our wonderful clients and staff, Architectural Ceramics had just as exciting a year as the rest of the world, and we’ve decided to share it with you in our first annual BEST OF blog post! Architectural Ceramics Top 5 Products of 2015: 12×24 Onsquare Lavagna (Porcelain). Lines Carrera Glass Mosaic (Glass).

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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. This blog post is your lucky rabbit’s foot. Ceramic & Porcelain Variation. It is a machine-made ceramic with a consistent white glaze.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

At Architectural Ceramics, we love football almost as much as we love tile. The desk is beautifully clad in a neutral and natural stone look-a-like material from our Slim Slab Collection. The large format porcelain tiles in the color White, come from our Silk Stone Collection. Want to see more commercial projects?

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 30, 2018

With the final four games this weekend, Architectural Ceramics put together our own final four match ups, and it’s just what you’d expect: tile. Let’s see how your tile picks compare to a few of our own; and which material, porcelain, ceramic, glass or stone is favored to take it all. Natural Stone.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 23, 2012

Innovation, possibilities and technology in ceramic tile. This past week I attended an event in Boston that was hosted by Tile of Spain which showed the advances that have been made in ceramic tile. Now just by looking at the photo above, can you tell if this is ceramic tile or real wood? Tuesday, October 23, 2012. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 10, 2013

Portuguese Ceramic Tile: Architectural History and Preservation Through the Ages. Ceramic tile façade in Portugal. Aside from all these wonderful things are the ceramic tiles of the country. Portuguese ceramic tile serves as a beautiful, functional and architectural element on structures and homes. Image by Viktor Keech.

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Tile of Spain USA

MARCH 20, 2017

Sustainable ceramic products allow us to do just that without losing its attractive design. Ceramic is a material with 100% natural components. Ceramic tile can bring the look of natural wood indoors but without harming the environment.… … Continue Reading.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 27, 2018

Check out a few Architectural Ceramics tile collections, suitable for outdoor use, that have you covered under foot and under water. From porcelain to specialty ceramic, here are how a few materials compare in an exterior application: Porcelain & Glass. Natural Stone & Specialty Ceramic.

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Tile of Spain USA

APRIL 22, 2020

Coverings , the largest international tile and stone exhibition in North America, honors two projects featuring Tile of Spain products at this year’s annual Coverings Installation & Design (CID) Awards.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 26, 2018

This time last year, we featured a beach blog about AC’s Naturals Collection whose soft color palette and names are inspired by nature. Architectural Ceramics is at it again, this time with a focus on sea shells and mother of pearl as inspiration. Stone & Glass Mosaics. Summer is here. The beach is calling.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 17, 2018

So take a break from crunching the numbers, and take a look at a few tile examples from Architectural Ceramics that have cash in mind. Since we’re on the heels of our March Madness: ACI’s Final Four Tile Matchups blog, let’s round out a list in the same main tile types: porcelain, ceramic, glass and natural stone.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 20, 2016

The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone’s (UofCTS) Online. “Understanding the Basics of Ceramic Tile” Course is Updated. UofCTS also releases CTDA Certified Ceramic Tile Specialist (CCTS) Study Guide online course. The online course is called the CTDA Certified Ceramic Tile Specialist (CCTS) Study Guide.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 6, 2013

Fresh-Picked Gourmet Garden Ceramic Tiles. Fresh-Picked Gourmet Garden Ceramic Tiles. You can keep the memories and feelings of summer alive throughout the year with our ceramic Gourmet Garden Ceramic Tiles and Fruit, Floral and Vegetable Garden Murals. Tuesday, August 6, 2013. Summer Harvest Mural 8" x 23".

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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 our Square4x4 tile for a stone or marble look, or try our offset Rectangle2x8 for variant colors that complement each other in a brick-like pattern. Unlike cement, ceramic tiles are disrupted by heavy grouting.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Architectural Ceramics hopes you had an enjoyable Thanksgiving surrounded by family and friends. The Pacific colorway, shown here, mixes gold and silver glazed ceramic tiles in either a Smooth or Reef (rough) blend. See how the two patterns compare with our blog, Getting in Shape: The Skinny on Tile Shapes & Patterns.

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Tile of Spain USA

MARCH 19, 2014

Visitors to the Spanish Pavilion (#5021) will witness some of the most advanced ceramic tile technology and breathtaking design choices the world has to offer from nearly 70 Spanish ceramic and stone manufacturers. The ceramic tile industry moves almost as fast as tech.… … Continue Reading.

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Tile of Spain USA

APRIL 1, 2014

Fossilized looks are a trend we see in Spanish ceramic tile design today. Spain manufacturers continue to push the envelope on wood looks creating new petrified or fossilized concepts that have a stone-like appearance. This ceramic tile creates the look of rustic, aged wood. Take a look! … Continue Reading.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JUNE 2, 2015

Architectural Ceramics has been awarded “Best Of Houzz” by Houzz, the leading platform for home remodeling and design. The comprehensive tile and stone company deemed “where the architects and designers shop” by Washingtonian Magazine was chosen by the more than 16 million monthly users that comprise the Houzz community.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

—Coverings, North America’s premier ceramic tile and natural stone event, has officially commenced event registration, special-rate hotel reservations and award program submissions for Coverings 2023, scheduled to take place here April 18-21, 2023, at the Orange County Convention Center.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 31, 2018

With expert advice from Architectural Ceramic’s Customer Service team, you can be prepared throughout your tile purchase and renovation. Turn to the last page, and you’ll find most porcelains are rated for floor use, while some ceramic tiles are only suitable for wall use. Our CS team knows its ways around the block.

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Tile of Spain USA

MARCH 21, 2018

Ceramic tiles allow for easy inclusion of this practice by applying the latest patterns and easily adapting to all requirements and tastes. The manufacturing process and quality of materials allow ceramic tiles to create multiple geometries and pieces that mimic various types of stone, wood and natural elements.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MARCH 18, 2019

(ARLINGTON, VA—March 18, 2019) Coverings ( coverings.com ), the largest international tile & stone exhibition and conference in North America, will give back to the local community through a range of charitable initiatives at this year’s show in Orlando, Florida from April 9-12. Blog: coverings.com/blog. About Coverings.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 22, 2017

For those of you nonconformists roasting a large chicken instead of a turkey this year, this blog is for you. Here are a few beautiful examples of how opting for a material other than a 3″x6″ white subway tile can take your backsplash from a sweet and simple ceramic to something a bit more savory and show-stopping.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Ceramic Tile Distributors Association. The Ceramic Tile Distributors Association (CTDA) has announced it has elected a new Executive Board and two new Directors to the Board of Directors for the 2022 term. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE. Tricia Marella. 630-545-9415. triciam@cmservices.com. GLEN ELLYN, IL, November 10, 2021) –.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 2, 2013

The Tile and Stone Industry, Social Media and the Value of Pinterest. Pinterest has grown into a social media phenomenon that inspires people, projects and most importantly for business, verified revenue through purchases, as well as increased website and blog traffic. Search This Blog & Beyond. ceramic tile.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MARCH 22, 2024

This is a more welcoming and warmer alternative to grey and griege, and also speaks to ceramic tile’s proud heritage. They were often shown next to equally strong navy blues; another colour long associated with ceramics. Typical examples include stone-concrete composites, plaster-timber combos; and wood and stone fusions.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 11, 2014

This is Architectural Ceramics tile. This product is Bianco Venatino , it’s a natural stone marble from Italy. You will see Architectural Ceramics in the credits of this show under photography. I’m going to have to do some blogs for you on all the remodeling efforts here. That’s right!

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 12, 2018

Whether it’s the collection’s name or color palette, Architectural Ceramics is getting into the seasonal spirit with tile that is fit for fall. Granite Stone has a seaside style to it, while Slate Grey and Slate Black tip the scale toward modern and moody. Learn more with our blog, Not All Wood Tiles Are Created Equal.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

At Architectural Ceramics, we’re excited for this sophisticated tile trend. Here, we’re naming just a few of our tile collections that include a matte black ceramic, porcelain or stone. Let’s start with an Architectural Ceramic porcelain tile that offers several options: the Aristocrat Collection.

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Garden State Tile Blog

JANUARY 29, 2022

In Season 2 of TheBuild.TV , Designer and Developer Anthony Carrino put his skills to the test with the full renovation of a 1960s stone house nestled in the Catskills Mountains. Check out the room-by-room recap of the Stone House Project featuring Garden State Tile below – and be sure to watch the full season available on YouTube.

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Tile of Spain USA

APRIL 2, 2019

In just one week, nearly 100 Spanish ceramic and stone manufacturers will be heading to Coverings 2019: The Global Stone & Tile Experience to showcase their latest products and innovations during North America’s premier event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry.

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