Granada Tile

JULY 27, 2021

Designers have been using tiles for a long time to create a welcoming, unique and artistic space. Over the years, tiles have come in clay, ceramic, laminate, vinyl, and many other materials. Our handcrafted encaustic cement tiles let you take your creativity to the next level, and there are many reasons why they’re so popular.

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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

OCTOBER 25, 2016

Wait…Cement Can Be Tile? Cement tiles are an ingenious combination of cement, marble powder, water, sand, pigments, time and patience. Manufactured in the mid-nineteenth century to cover floors with novel designs, bold colors, and to withstand footprints and the passage of time. What Are My Cement Tile Options?

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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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Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Norfolk-based mosaic artist Maria Starling turned her attention to Moroccan cement tile some years ago, and has been designing delightful patterns ever since. Collaborating with skilled artisans, Starling brings her visions to life with a range of beautiful, handmade cement, porcelain, and ceramic tiles.

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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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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

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 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

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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Granada Tile

JUNE 27, 2018

If you’re a connoisseur of stunning interiors looking for a list of interior design blogs featuring beautiful cement tile images, practical advice on installing and incorporating cement tiles into residential and commercial projects and insightful tips on how to make the most of this popular material, you’ve come to the right place.

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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 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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Granada Tile

APRIL 30, 2021

The Olvera Collection is an excellent choice for those looking for a classic, rustic design. Olvera cement tiles form an outstanding basis for any walkway or backsplash. Why Choose Cement Tiles? There are several good reasons why cement tiles are a fantastic choice for any home design. Why Choose Olvera?

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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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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

Our new Geometrical Glazed Ceramic tile collection was used to create this appealing kitchen backsplash. Our Geometrical line of ceramic tile mixes classic hand-painted glaze techniques with modern, geometric patterns to achieve an absolutely stunning look. The Geometrical Ceramic Tile collection features hand-glazed, modern patterns.

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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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The London Tile Co.

MAY 1, 2019

We’re looking forward to BBQ season and seeing all the wonderful garden designs created using our range of outdoor porcelain tiles. Add a modern twist to your bathroom with these gorgeous cement effect porcelain tiles, suitable for walls and floors. Malmo is one of our best-selling ranges and it’s really no surprise why.

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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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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

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

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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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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Cement Style

MARCH 3, 2022

Black and white tile patterns are both classic and contemporary–basically the very definition of timeless design. This seemingly simple color combo is elevated by how deep you can make your design statement, whether you choose a bold geometric look or an elegant, intricate pattern. What is Cement Tile?

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Granada Tile

FEBRUARY 19, 2016

We’re always curious to see what other tile designers are doing, especially when they are moving in a similar direction to what we’ve been exploring. Lately, in a desire to explore more way to create cement tile designs, we been working to create embossed cement tiles which we will be introducing shortly.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 18, 2019

Learn more about how the PANTONE Color of the Year is selected, this year’s color: Living Coral, and how to incorporate it into your designed interior space (which we hope includes tile from Architectural Ceramics, of course). Designers have the PANTONE Color of the Year (COTY). About the PANTONE Color Institute.

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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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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

After all, we’re a bunch of tile-obsessed designers. Stellar handmade ceramic, Radicchio colored glaze; 4. Stellar handmade ceramic, Spice Market colored glaze; 5. Euphoria handmade ceramic, in Mystic shape, Ruby Sky colored glaze; 6. Metallic glazes on handmade ceramic field tile; 4. Inspired by Tradition.

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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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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? Cement Tiles Are Low Maintenance.

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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

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

DECEMBER 2, 2014

Customizable cement tiles, from clockwise (top right), include: Traditional Melilla ; Classic Serengeti ; Traditional Gran Cordoba ; and Geometric 02 Cement Tile. Handmade cement tiles are a great choice for commercial, hospitality, and retail spaces. Designing with Tile. Cement tiles work well for a fireplace or hearth.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 29, 2019

When designing for a tile project, there are more factors than just color and style to keep in mind. Architectural Ceramics carries a wide variety of materials each with their own features. Should you choose stone, ceramic, glass or something else? Cement tiles are one of the most popular options for decorative areas.

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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 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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