Tile Excellence

JANUARY 19, 2014

Tile Installtion FAQ: Sanded Grout or Un-Sanded Grout? Most Frequently Asked Questions from Consumers: From Newly Forming FAQ on Tile Installation, Tile Repairs & All Things Tile Related: Many people have asked me over the years which grout to use in their house particular to their tile installation.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 16, 2017

Base molding: Just like wood molding is used at the bottom of a wall where it meets the floor, base molding can be made out of ceramic, marble or porcelain, and functions the same way. Bar liners are not only available in ceramic, but glass and marble varieties as well. This type of trim is available in ceramic, marble and porcelain.

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Tile Excellence

JUNE 3, 2012

Economical shower waterproofing for ceramic tile, marble,slate.and all natural stone materials. Many times the mildew had eaten away at the wood studs in the wall and caused the grout to turn black from the inside out causing costly repairs and complete tear outs to redo the wood studs.In Newer Post. Older Post.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Bold Color: While blue remains America’s favorite color, brighter hues are on the rise, as are sophisticated blacks and dark greys as “new neutrals” – particularly in marble-inspired looks. Inspired by the aesthetic of marble veining, patterns, shades and designs, the collection is available in two 6mm sizes and four colors.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 30, 2017

For more shower accent wall ideas, read our blog entry: Making a Statement with Shower Accent Walls. Don’t default to Windex because you’re cleaning glass, if you have unsealed white grout, it may turn blue over time. Here, the Tribe pattern energizes the space. Care & Maintenance. There almost isn’t any!

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

Ceramic, marble, porcelain, glass — Square tile is available in a variety of material types. At AC, we have endless porcelain and marble options available as a 12″x12″ field tile. To learn more about this collection, read our blog entry, It’s Only Natural: AC’s Glass Tile Collection.

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Granada Tile

JULY 20, 2019

To contrast, encaustic cement tiles are made of a variety of ingredients (including natural sands, pure color pigment, and marble powder) and are formed using pressure. To have a long-lasting tile which will hold color and sheen, they must be pre-sealed and sealed once grouted. A glowing bathroom featuring our Fez tiles.

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Tile Excellence

DECEMBER 29, 2014

In response to the question, "How to Install Ceramic Tile Floor" "To i nstall ceramic tile , first grout the area. A pply more grout to the seams and let it dry for several hours. Wipe off all excess grout with." 1- GROUT is NOT used to lay the tile! ! GROUT is CEMENT!!! That''s what this site is all about!

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 8, 2018

The glass looks creamy in texture and color, but can also be screen-printed to look like marble. Glass mosaics that look like marble. To see a small feature of our large format tiles, read our blog post titled Bigger is Better: Large Format Porcelain Tile. Blue Grout Installation: Brightly colored grout can make any tile pop!

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 21, 2017

Dark cabinetry, brass accents and marble countertops create a beautiful and inviting space. We know you’ll fall in love with your new cement tiles even before the grout dries. Now Rebekah Zaveloff of Kitchen Lab Interiors has created this black and white pantry. Just one more reason to consider these encaustic tiles for your own space.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 21, 2019

Visit our blog: Expect the Unexpected from Tile Variation. This minimizes grout lines and results in a cleaner look that emphasizes the tile’s dimensional pattern. To view other collections similar to the Niterói Collection that feature high-end wood or marble looks, download a PDF of our Mosarte Catalog here.

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Granada Tile

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

Cement tiles have been showing up in magazines, home renovation TV shows, and décor blogs more and more, and for good reasons. Cement tiles are made with color pigments, aggregates of marble powder, and, of course, cement. The post Don’t Remodel Your Bathroom Before Considering Cement Tiles appeared first on Granada Tile Blog.

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Garden State Tile Blog

JUNE 30, 2021

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. The hand-selected, premium quality marble in a trendy hexagon shape creates a space that is both luxurious and inviting for guests. .

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Conestoga Tile Blog

MAY 13, 2015

Marble is an iconic addition to any home that is always classy and elegant. If you’ve decided now is the time to start living the fairy tale marble promises, consider using the following marble tile floor pattern ideas as you start searching for the perfect marble for your home.

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Tile Excellence

JANUARY 31, 2014

Tumbled marble backsplash completed today total labor cost $310 !! Today I did this Tumbled marble backsplash in Hamilton ma, It took me 4 hours of my time from start to finish and I grouted it as well. Thanks for reading and I hope you enjoy the pictures of the tumbled marble backsplash below. tumbled marble.

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 20, 2017

Wood and marble, brass and linen in shades of brown and beige and white dominate but the palette is anything but boring! We know you’ll fall in love with your new cement tiles even before the grout dries. Profiled in the January 2017 issue of Architectural Digest , on newsstands now, the home is inviting, soothing and kid-friendly!

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Tile Excellence

OCTOBER 27, 2013

I used marble and granite medium bed mortar(picture above) to install the stone tile and the 12s. And sanded grout to fill in the gaps and grout the tile on top of the hearth. Blog Archive. Blog Archive. Blog Archive. Blog Archive. The labor cost of this job was $500 well below the cost of masonry.

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Tile Excellence

MAY 27, 2013

To install ceramic tile, first grout the area. Apply more grout to the seams and let it dry for several hours. Wipe off all excess grout with.". 1-GROUT is NOT used to lay the tile!! GROUT is CEMENT!!! You cannot "wipe" dry grout as he describes. I dont think Chris will mind (I hope). Thin set is used.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

The dark grout ties the space together. For more on cement tile, read our blog entry, Cementing the Latest Trend in Design: Cement Tile. AC’s Legend Collection, in the Kumba pattern, Nero Marquina and Calacatta Tia tumbled marble. In this bathroom setting, contrast is key. Shiplap anyone?

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 31, 2018

Check out our blog, 6 Steps to Prep for an Appointment with AC. Find out more with our blog, Expect the Unexpected from Tile Variation. Check out our blog, Getting in Shape: The Skinny on Tile Shapes & Patterns. Applying a sealant to an installed tile and grout. Samples, Samples, Samples.

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Granada Tile

NOVEMBER 15, 2017

Given that cement-like marble and other natural stone – is a porous material that absorbs liquids easily, over time, liquids like wine, soda, vinegar, and even water that is left to accumulate, can stain the tile. Grout and mortar residue. Grout and Mortar Residue. Oil-based: common cooking oils, grease, and body oil.

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Tile Excellence

AUGUST 15, 2012

ask chris", the do-it-yourself, and consumer friendly tile installation blog of Tile Excellence, Inc, is written and answered personally by owner Chris Lawson based on his 34 years experience. Is uneven marble floor installation "expected" as you are being told? Do you need sanded or unsanded grout? GREAT NEWS! Thank you!'

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Garden State Tile Blog

AUGUST 27, 2020

Today’s natural stone offerings go well beyond your traditional marbles – from beautiful herringbone mosaics to waterjet designs , natural stone backsplashes can be both sophisticated and exciting. Since this seamless option features no grout lines, only the slab captures the eye for a full-impact effect in the kitchen.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 27, 2018

Throughout historic cities in Europe, their streets are paved in cobblestones, the statues are carved in marble, and their monuments are clad in limestone. Or, go for a vein-cut marble instead of a slate with an uneven cleft. See how, with our blog Bigger is Better: Large Format Porcelain Tile. Does porcelain have variation?

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Garden State Tile Blog

APRIL 4, 2019

Strong Veined Marble Porcelain. Dramatic, yet undeniably sophisticated, marble look porcelain in 2019 is stronger than ever. These classic inspired collections are full of both color and character, featuring the latest in digital printing technology to achieve the smooth and polished look of marble with the versatility of porcelain.

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Tile Excellence

SEPTEMBER 29, 2013

I realize that writing this blog today could actually hurt me and my business. After an initially acceptable job on a simple marble floor, I had ** do a custom tile bath and an expanded marble floor. It was a constant battle to install a marble floor with the customer walking on it within hours of it being laid.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 30, 2017

Don’t default to Windex because you’re cleaning glass, if you have unsealed white grout, it may turn blue over time. For a more detailed blog post about glass tile, read our entry The Layman’s Class on Glass: Design & Installation Tips for Glass Tile. Coordinating Collections.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 17, 2014

Daltile, Capco Tile & Stone, and Marino Tile and Marble all donated tile. Merkrete, a division of Parex USA, donated thinset mortar and grout and Tile Traders contributed tile backerboard. All of the companies donated from their facilities in Colorado Springs, which is a short distance from the Habitat project site.

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Burgin Construction

JULY 15, 2010

If you’re like most homeowners (or at least like me) you spend countless hours and dollars trying to clean your tile, natural stone, laminate, hardwood and grout…especially grout. And, here’s the kicker, they actually work…yes, even the grout cleaner! They cover everything from tile and granite to laminate and hard wood.

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Granada Tile

MARCH 27, 2017

Cement tiles are made with a mixture of cement, sand, pigment, and marble powder and are compressed with 2,000 pounds of pressure to seal in the design. Clean, crisp edges between each tile to keep the grout in place. The post A Guide to Purchasing Cement Tile appeared first on The Cement Tile Blog.

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Conestoga Tile Blog

MAY 19, 2015

Large tiles require less grout, but because of their size, you may need to cut more in order for the tiles to fit perfectly within the bathroom. But, because more grout needs to be used to set them in place, they require more maintenance. Each have their strengths and will create a different appearance within the bathroom.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

JUNE 12, 2017

The versatility and beauty of marble, limestone, travertine, granite and other natural stone countertops make them extremely popular in kitchens around the country. Kitchen countertops are exposed daily to all types of potential problems, including stains.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 25, 2017

Grout is used to allow for this expansion and contraction. While we could write an entire blog about the history of ceramic tile over the millennia, it would be long and (let’s be honest) boring. Italy: Most people likely think of marble before ceramic tile when they hear the name Italy.

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Burgin Construction

MARCH 16, 2018

Natural Stone – The second most popular option, Natural Stone represents a broad variety of material from Quartzite and Granite to Marble and even the softer Soapstone or Limestone. – Choice like Marble are in vogue but the porous nature leaves it vulnerable to staining, etching, and discoloration from daily use.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

APRIL 11, 2012

For the last six months Ive been running all of Coverings social marketing initiatives, hence my near absence from this blog since the end of last year. • Azteca (Booth 2211) will awe attendees with Jasper R40, a new ceramic tile series serving up a marble look that will enliven walls with its striking shade variations.

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Conestoga Tile Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2015

Therefore, they are the perfect place to splash out with something a little decorative or special on the floor, such as marble — take a look at the Naturally Beautiful Surfaces Marble Collection. Consider using floor tiles that are 12-inches in size or larger for marble or porcelain tiles.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 25, 2018

If this blog is about porcelain, then why does the collection’s name say stone? And when it comes to color or “marble” options we have more than just the Calacatta that is shown. Some are classics that we at Architectural Ceramics like to keep around and others are new and hot off the tile press. Ancient Stone.

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