Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

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. AC’s Aristocrat Collection in the Anthracite Strip Mosaic. We hope they grow on you.

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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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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

’s Laminam collection gained a new series with the addition of Filo, a uniquely textured, metallic-finish line of large format porcelain panels ideal for skinning interior vertical surfaces in commercial settings. The mosaic art gallery featured unique, museum-quality creations using Laticrete’s SpectraLock Grout Dazzle.

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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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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. The new Scotland range of porcelain wall and floor tiles is perfect for creating an urban look. Grey Mosaics.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Gauged Porcelain Tile Panels/Slabs: Thin tile applications have become more widely used, appearing as cladding on buildings, walls, floors and installed as countertops or other surfacing. Panaria Ceramica (Booth 2125), Eternity 0.3: LATICRETE International Inc.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 31, 2018

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. From ceramic to porcelain, and glass to natural stone, AC offers a variety of tile materials. Check out our blog, 6 Steps to Prep for an Appointment with AC. Samples, Samples, Samples.

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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. Pops of Color.

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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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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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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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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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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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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. This type of trim is available in ceramic, marble and porcelain. A glass mosaic from our New Ravenna line sets the tone for this mood board.

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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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Garden State Tile Blog

APRIL 4, 2019

From porcelain to cement to natural stone, new designs and innovations have lead to some of the most breathtaking new collections for both residential and commercial projects. Strong Veined Marble Porcelain. Dramatic, yet undeniably sophisticated, marble look porcelain in 2019 is stronger than ever. Parquet Porcelain.

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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

It also works well with the warm wood-look porcelain. 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.

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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

MAY 20, 2016

The updated course has an expanded section on glass tile and mosaics. There are new sections on Thin Porcelain Tile Panels, tools, tile patterns, tile layout process and options, steam rooms and curbless showers; including updates to important industry standards.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 3, 2013

Tile of Spain, the international brand representing 125 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers’ Association (ASCER), has won a 2013 KBCULTURE Award for Tile of Spain manufacturer Ceracasa’s stunning Absolute porcelain tile. The result is a shimmering precious metal tile finish.

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Conestoga Tile Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

The lines previously drawn by tile are being pushed aside by the new thin and thick porcelain tile options. . Thin porcelain tile (often referred to as TPT) is typically 3-6 mm thick rather than the usual 3/8” (9 ½ mm). Our next post will look at the opposite of Thin Porcelain Tile — 2cm tile. Photo courtesy of Fiandre.

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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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Tile Talk

APRIL 15, 2014

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

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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. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. My Blog List. Modenus Interior Design Blog.

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Garden State Tile Blog

MAY 8, 2024

To up the cool factor, Bennett selected a black grout. Ossidiana is part of the Forma wall and tile collection from GST that features an array of full-body porcelain stoneware tile, white-body, glazed ceramic wall tile, and glazed stoneware wall tiles in-spired by cements and resins.

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The Tile Council of North America Blog

JANUARY 29, 2014

Installation of Ceramic Tile with Chemical Resistant, Water Cleanable Tile-Setting and -Grout Epoxy – 1999 [Reaffirmed 2005 and 2010] Status:The publication available for purchase through TCNA and ANSI is current. As such, changes may be balloted at a later date. Balloted changes may pass or fail. Balloted changes may pass or fail.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

In promoting your creations, and to help gain greater exposure, which digital platforms do you use (Blogging, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, etc.)? Search This Blog & Beyond. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. My Blog List. Modenus Interior Design Blog. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Blog Archive.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2013

Though not solely designed for patchwork surfacing, Memorie by Appiani is the first majolica-inspired mosaic tile collection featuring 12 geometric designs on 12”x12” tile sheets that can be mixed and matched to create a more playful setting.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 23, 2013

If you follow this blog, you know theres nothing I like better than sharing a tile installation photo from our customers! They explain, "Here is another aspect of our tile project that might have interest for your blog readers. Search This Blog & Beyond. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. My Blog List.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 18, 2013

Urban Wood is a beautiful new porcelain tile ideal for any application, especially for creative projects where the “look of wood” is typically not specified, in particular, for hospitality suites’ kitchens and bathrooms. Florim’s new Urban Wood. “Dazzle was a big hit when it was introduced ten years ago. .”

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 20, 2012

Provide additional grout lines that improve slip resistance. Search This Blog & Beyond. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. My Blog List. Modenus Interior Design Blog. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Content Talks Business Blog. Have You Written a Welcome Readers Blog Article? Coverings Blog.

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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. This revolutionary range of porcelain is well suited for indoor and outdoor applications. • Florida Tile (Booth 3223) is touting Gallant HDP and PietraArt Stone Mosaics.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2012

This mortar sets quickly, allowing grouting in three to four hours. MAPEI began developing rapid-setting mortars and grouts more than 20 years ago with the introduction of Granirapid® mortar, a faster-setting version of its premium Kerabond/Keralastic™ mortar system for indoor and outdoor applications. www.nsfsustainability.org.

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Conestoga Tile Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2015

If your powder room is more contemporary, consider a newer porcelain tile that is textured to look like the Mediterranea Vogue collection to draw attention to the area. Consider using floor tiles that are 12-inches in size or larger for marble or porcelain tiles. Flooring Sizes. Powder rooms are by definition small.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MARCH 27, 2015

At the Educare 2 and Educare 3 centers, interior floors included large format porcelain tiles throughout the public spaces and a wood-look luxury vinyl tile in the classrooms. Historic lobby and corridor spaces included mosaic tile and terrazzo that were closely matched.

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H.Winter Showroom Blog

JANUARY 15, 2015

The flooring industry uses coefficient of friction ratings as a guideline to determine the slip resistance of ceramic and porcelain tiles. These factors are not limited to tile either, because all hard surfaces are slippery when wet! A higher coefficient of friction indicates increased resistance of movement over the floor tile. ANSI A137.1=

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