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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The London Tile Co.

JUNE 1, 2018

If you still aren’t sure check out our previous blog post by interior designer Clare Phillips who has used grey throughout her stunning new build home. The wall and floor tiles are available in White, Beige, Grey and Mocha, with a co-ordinating faux mosaic decor tile for each colour.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

The color Antracite, shown above from our Aristocrat Collection, has a range of sizes and mosaics even in one colorway: a lapatto polished finish, a natural matte finish, and in some cases a bocciardato textured finish. AC’s Aristocrat Collection in the Anthracite Strip Mosaic. The dark grout ties the space together.

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Making Tile Modern

DECEMBER 12, 2012

We were recently asked {again} by a customer for some helpful tips on keeping grout bright and sparkling clean. Who wants dirty grout? If the reviews don’t convince enough to purchase this for your home – specifically for grout – maybe I will. :).

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

Finally, in celebration of the 10th year of its SpectraLock Grout product, Laticrete conducted an in-booth promotion where the works of extremely talented mosaic artists were displayed. The mosaic art gallery featured unique, museum-quality creations using Laticrete’s SpectraLock Grout Dazzle. My Blog List.

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Garden State Tile Blog

JUNE 30, 2021

Garden State Tile Glazed Porcelain Mosaics. 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. Retro Revival. Design by Designology Luxury Interiors. . Trendy Transitions.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 14, 2014

Here are the first three: Use a very narrow grout line when installing cement tiles. Place cement tiles as close together as possible to create a very thin grout line. Minimizing the grout line will make the design look seamless and your space look larger. We recommend a 1/16” grout joint. My Blog List.

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The London Tile Co.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2014

Grey has been seen splashed across all of the interior design magazines and blogs this summer, and it looks like it’s set to last with several shades of grey featuring with Pantones Spring 2015 Colour Report. Grey Mosaics. Mosaic tiles in grey add a shimmering, almost metallic, look to splashbacks and showers.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 16, 2012

Fragments is a colorful mosaic accent collection of patterned cement tile re-purposed from the cement tile factory.s Each piece, which is first cut into a square or rectangular tessera, is then carefully chosen on how its color and pattern will integrate with the theme of the mosaic. Spring Mosaic. Summer Mosaic.

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The Ace of Space

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

The post 10 LOOKS TO LOVE :: GOLD GROUT & INSETS appeared first on The Ace Of Space Blog. .” Of course, in the design world mention “trend” and people turn their nose skyward as if they were told that they had to consume an entire bowl of root vegetables (unseasoned). But, trends are […].

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 9, 2012

Fragments are colorful mosaic accent strips made from patterned cement tile that have been cut. Each tessera is carefully chosen based on how its color and pattern will integrate with the theme of the mosaic. Where to use Fragments Fragments are designed for wall applications because the mosaic surface is not flat. My Blog List.

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Granada Tile

AUGUST 31, 2017

Liven up your space with colorful patterns and mosaic designs, and add durability and efficiency to your kitchen with cement backsplash tiles. Grout (light colored). Grout float. Grout release (or use Penetrating Sealer) for cement or concrete tiles. Step 7: Pre-Seal Prior to Grouting. Step 8: Apply the Grout.

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Granada Tile

OCTOBER 24, 2017

A medium space like a bathroom will work well with medium-sized tiles and small, mosaic tiles will be appropriate for a small area. The longer dimensional lines of large rectangular or square tiles can lengthen a room and the fewer grout lines also make a space feel more open and clean. Tile Size and Grout Lines. Cement Tiles.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 28, 2012

The next step of course is the grout or is it? Slate is a natural stone and you have to seal it before you grout. This way, after you apply the grout, it will be easier to clean off the slate and wont stain them. Labels: Ditra , Grout , Schluter , Slate tile , thin-set. Search This Blog & Beyond. My Blog List.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

Then the additional layers of tile are added, let to sit overnight and the grout is applied. The grout is applied and then smoothed over as an initial cleanup with a damp sponge and allowed to sit again overnight. Labels: ceramic tile , glass tile , Grout , installation , thin set. Search This Blog & Beyond.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 8, 2018

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. Learn more about the range of shapes and sizes available with our blog entry Getting in Shape: The Skinny on Tile Shapes & Patterns. Show Stand-outs.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

When considering large-format square field tile, common sizes are: 12″x12″, 18″x18″, and 24″x24″ Decorative or square accent tiles are most commonly seen in 4″x4″ or 6″x6″ Lastly, square mosaics are often mesh-mounted in a 1″x1″ or 2″x2″ size.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 26, 2018

This blog post may give you a few ideas now that we hope blossom into a bathroom renovation with us in the future. From the shower pan to the grout, and everything in between, we’ve got you covered. Architectural Ceramics stocks a few of their products, a popular seller for example, is their grout. Underneath It All.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

JUNE 23, 2014

They even vary a great deal in their sizes, ranging from exceptionally small mosaic tiles to larger ceramic tiles that measure one square foot each. For instance, kitchen tiles such as large ceramic tiles that feature deep grout can sometimes be a problem. This can easily be corrected by using the proper techniques for the grout.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Crossville (Booth 2600), Reformation: Offered in a quartet of warm-to-cool hues, Reformation’s three large-format plank tile sizes, two mosaic options, and trim package offer unique versatility. brings tiles into alignment and sets the grout spacing without the need for additional spacers. Panaria Ceramica (Booth 2125), Eternity 0.3:

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 21, 2014

Last week I discussed some important points about grout and cement tile for backsplash design. Finally, polished tile are usually easier to install because grout doesnt stick to the slightly smoother surface. In general, a grout release is not required for polished tiles. Search This Blog & Beyond. My Blog List.

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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. A natural beauty, this special order mosaic is worth waiting for, given our 1-3 week lead time.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 27, 2018

For example, the sum of the edge dimensions for a 1″x2″ mosaic tile is only three inches, and make it acceptable for use in an underwater installation. Available in two sizes, a Barcode mosaic and a 1″x4″ Brick, remember that only the Barcode mosaic is suitable for submerged pool use. Yes and no.

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Granada Tile

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Ask your tile installer to apply a penetrating sealer before and after grouting, to prevent stains from the installation process and grout application. Applying a penetrating sealer before and after grouting will help prevent any water from seeping into the tile, without making the tile slippery. Sources: [link].

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Garden State Tile Blog

AUGUST 27, 2020

Inspired by the classic hexagon silhouette, the elongated shape is available in a variety of sizes and colors from carrara look mosaics to vibrant 2”x10” offerings and beyond. Since this seamless option features no grout lines, only the slab captures the eye for a full-impact effect in the kitchen. Large Format Slabs.

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Making Tile Modern

JUNE 1, 2012

We recently did a designer spotlight blog on Playhouse Design Group (find it here ), a spectacular design firm making good design happen on a daily basis in the Pacific Northwest. Gorgeous kitchen with our Brio Clear Red mosaic glass tile as the backsplash. Gorgeous kitchen with our Brio Clear Red mosaic glass tile as the backsplash.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 14, 2012

This classic Spanish colonial tile body in a Moorish design is seamlessly translated into a square body cement tile with the option of different colors including a faux grout line. Here two colors were used for the "terracotta body" and the black grout line is in relief. Search This Blog & Beyond. My Blog List.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

SEPTEMBER 30, 2013

Love Downtown YMCA in Wichita, KS, contains more than 50,000 square feet of mosaic and large format tile. The facility features large format porcelain tile on its lobby floor, ceramic and porcelain tiles throughout the building and porcelain mosaics in its pools, whirlpool and steam room. The new Robert D.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 25, 2018

If this blog is about porcelain, then why does the collection’s name say stone? Or really, two large format field tiles, and two mosaics. AC’s Ancient Stone Collection featuring the 24″x24″ field and 12″x24″ mosaic in the color Beige. Featured Porcelain Collections. Ancient Stone.

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H.Winter Showroom Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2009

Crystal Stone from Ragno has been in our showroom for several months, we have even installed it into displays, but none of us were prepared for the new grouted panels that Jeff made for our showroom. Each board is one sheet of mosaic tile completed with two different colors of grout. Take a look and let us know what you think.

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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. ” Inspecting a handmade crackle glaze arabesque mosaic, sheet by sheet. . ” Inspecting a handmade crackle glaze arabesque mosaic, sheet by sheet. Samples, Samples, Samples.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

Then visit our pages on houzz.com , our boards on Pinterest , and browse through dozens of our Ceramic Tile Design Ideas portfolio page where you can find a large collection of projects showcasing our handmade and hand-painted ceramic tile, cement tile, decorative tile, mosaic tile, and so much more. Mosaic Madness. My Blog List.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

LATICRETE hosts mosaic auction at Total Solutions Plus. LATICRETE has announced a joint auction with CTDA, NTCA, TCAA and TCNA for 12 world-class mosaic pieces to be held at the 2013 Total Solutions Plus event in Bonita Springs, FL this October. www.laticrete.com. Educational Booklet for Sound Control.

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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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Tile Talk

APRIL 15, 2014

Layout the tiles in the pinwheel pattern using the grout width you desire. Search This Blog & Beyond. My Blog List. Modenus Interior Design Blog. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Content Talks Business Blog. Have You Written a Welcome Readers Blog Article? Coverings Blog. Blog Archive.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

After returning from Coverings 2012 , I was so ecstatic about the use of color in the tile I saw that I couldnt wait to get home so I could blog about it (see Tile Trends from Coverings 2012 ). Search This Blog & Beyond. My Blog List. Modenus Interior Design Blog. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Coverings Blog.

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Garden State Tile Blog

JUNE 25, 2014

Glass tile mosaics or collages can add elegance and sophistication to any room. Garden State Tile carries beautiful, unmatched glass tile mosaics to match the décor in any home. Garden State Tile’s beautiful mosaics can be produced in the design and colors you desire. Unique Designs. Versatility of Placement.

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