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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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

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Cement Tile Design Trends & Tips. I love the color in this cement tile floor. Notice how the cement tile pattern blends similar colors to create a simpler pattern? If youre having trouble finding the right color, design or pattern, then these cement tile design trends may provide the answer you were looking for.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 28, 2015

A Saltillo tile entry features a cement tile rug. Couples perfectly with hand-painted decorative ceramic tiles. Saltillo tile walkway features hand-painted ceramic tiles on the risers. Now, let's take a look at Rustic Cement Tile Pavers. How to Buy Rustic Cement Tile Pavers. Designing with Tile.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 14, 2014

Cement Tile Backsplash Design, Cost & Installation Tips. One of the biggest trends in cement tile is to use them for a backsplash – primarily a kitchen backsplash – like the one shown here and featured on Houzz by our friends, Philadelphia-based general contracting firm Buckminster Green. Tuesday, January 14, 2014.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 29, 2014

New & Old Cement Tile Patterns Heat up the Strip. As I conclude my final post on playing with pattern in tile design, Im excited to share a unique wall installation of our classic, popular Cuban tiles and our newest line of cement tile offered by Aguayo Cement Tile. Asterisk is a new, contemporary cement tile pattern.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 20, 2012

Great Floor Designs with Rustic Cement Tile Pavers. With these pavers, you get the benefit of cement in their durability and strength, a broader color palette, and sizes and shapes that can be adapted to any décor and environment. Our Rustic Cement Tile Pavers come in various square and rectangular formats.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 5, 2013

Arabesque & Spanish Cement Tile Designs to Love. Together with Arabesque Spanish floor tiles, our hand-painted La Merced ceramic tiles (from our Barcelona collection) reveal a warm and friendly surrounding. Moreover, the cement used for producing these tiles is supplied by an Energy Star Certified factory. Pata Grande.

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Tile Talk

JULY 30, 2013

Cement Tile Designs: From Antiquity to Tomorrow. This article will explore how ancient designs still have a place in modern life. Designed by Joanne Bradley. Let us consider the humble, hard-wearing cement tile that is available in ever increasing designs and patterns. Designed by Joanne Bradley.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 8, 2013

Custom Cement Tiles Add The Right Touch. Project Pick: Custom Cement Tile Design Adds The Right Touch This months Project Pick is from Mark and Erin C. from central New York and features custom designed cement tiles by Avente for their recent kitchen remodel. Learn How Custom Cement Tiles.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 8, 2013

Cement Tile is Our Life. For more than a decade, our company has been dedicated to providing cement tile products that are at the forefront of their class. As Autumn rolls in, were taking time to reflect on how proud and honored we are to offer handmade cement tiles created by true artisans. Cluny Cement Tile Entryway.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 8, 2014

Two-Tone Cement Tile Pattern Creates Serenity. This recent cement tile installation features a centered pattern so the eye is naturally drawn to the main field pattern. design list. design list. Designing with cement tile means taking a vision, idea or surrounding complementary area, and making it come to life!

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 16, 2012

Creative Accents with Cement Tile. Project Pick: Get Creative with Cement Tile Accents. Using cement tile to incorporate a decorative element into any room or indoor/outdoor space is an attention-getting idea and design element. Fragments are another way to get creative with cement tile. Geometric 10. Fall Mosaic.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 9, 2012

Fragments - Our New Cement Tile Accent Strips. Meet our newest line of cement tile: Fragments ! Its pretty easy to see that these tiny, tesserae have cement tile pedigree. Fragments Cement Tile Accent Strip. Fragments are colorful mosaic accent strips made from patterned cement tile that have been cut.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

Cement Tile Create a Warm Welcome. Traditional Gran Cordoba Cement Tile Polished 8"x8". When a customer requests a special size for their handmade cement tiles, we are more than happy to assist in meeting their design needs and special requests. How can we help you with your design needs today? Heritage Granada.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 29, 2013

Aguayo Cement Tile Factory Tour. I just returned from a business trip in the Dominican Republic meeting with the owners of the Aguayo Cement Tile Factory. Aguayo Cement Tiles are well known for their quality, large color palette, and commitment to new design. Cuban Tiles from the Aguayo Cement Tile Factory.

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Tile Talk

JULY 22, 2014

Since launching our new line of Porcelain Pool Tile earlier this month, we''ve been getting a lot of questions about what makes porcelain tile better than ceramic tile. More commonly, the question is simply, "What is the difference between porcelain and ceramic tile?" Porcelain tile is a type of ceramic tile and nothing more.

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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. Thats value!

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Tile Talk

MARCH 25, 2014

Cement Tile Tips for the Pattern Shy. Weve been Playing with Pattern in Tile Design this month and shown you how Simple Patterns are Powerful ! Theres no doubt that patterned cement tiles are a great way to add style to any room. Today, I want to share a few design secrets on how to effectively use patterns. Pattern Shy.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

Understanding Cement Tile Bullnose Trim or Molding. First, there are no industry standards and this results in numerous colloquial terms used to identify the same type of finished edge. Additionally, there are a myriad of slightly different designs of the same trim that all perform the same function. Tuesday, February 4, 2014.

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Tile Talk

JULY 2, 2013

Enhance Your Outdoor Space with Cement or Ceramic Tiles. Dominican artist Cándido Bidó is the creative force behind the bold Espiral cement tile. We have just the right solution for you - ceramic and cement tiles in a multitude of colors, shapes, and motifs. Arabesque Cement Tile. Rustic Pavers Cement Tile.

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MAY 15, 2019

The standard go-to for laying tile is usually a one third offset or stacked pattern using one size of tile. You can use these tile layouts for stone, porcelain, ceramic, or cement tiles. Try them out on outdoor pavers for a gorgeous patio or poolside design. Tile images courtesy of Landmark Ceramics.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 1, 2014

Cement Tile Tips for the Pattern Addict. The month of March was devoted to tile patterns and designs. Last week, I provided some design tips on how to effectively use patterns if you are pattern shy or a pattern wallflower. Today, I share my favorite cement tile tips for the pattern addict. Tuesday, April 1, 2014.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 21, 2012

Cement Tile Stair Treads Provide a Great Look. When considering handmade cement tile for an installation, customers often ask, "How do I finish a stair riser or stair tread with cement tile?" The question most often occurs when we are discussing cement tile trim, molding and finished edges. Tuesday, August 21, 2012.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 15, 2014

Tile Patterns: Playing with Pinwheel Designs. The pinwheel pattern is a popular and versatile tile layout that adds great visual interest by integrating solid color with decorative tiles into a timeless design. Heres a great example of a pinwheel tile pattern that pairs glazed ceramic dots with large ceramic tiles in a matte finish.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 3, 2013

Portuguese Ceramic Tile Artistry. Panel of Portuguese ceramic tiles by Jorge Colaço (1922), representing Henry the Navigator at the Sagres Promonory. Now, you too can bring the look and feel of Portugal into your home by using our Portuguese Ceramic Tiles in your next project. Portuguese Oporto 6" x 6" Hand Painted Ceramic Tile.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 14, 2012

Relief Cement Tile. I will never forget the first time I saw a relief cement tile. Relief cement tile are not commonly found here in the United States. These tiles and designs dont capture the stunning sculpture or clever subterfuge that youll find in todays cement tile relief designs. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 19, 2013

Creating Cement Tile Molds and Pigments for Handmade Tiles: Part 2 of Our Look at ARTO Brick. ARTOs Normandy Cream cement tile board is getting ready for shipment. There are four textures in this combination: Travertine, Luna, Limestone and Standard (smooth). backsplash designs. bathroom design. cement tile.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 4, 2014

Playing with Pattern in Tile Design. Patterns are decorative designs on the surface of materials that usually have a repeating design motif. Patterns are decorative designs on the surface of materials that usually have a repeating design motif. Hex Cement Tiles Create a similar Tessellation.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 19, 2013

Alluring Arabesque Spanish Cement Tiles. With their Moorish and Spanish influences, Arabesque designs and patterns have remained timeless and always in fashion (think Boho chic and the California missions). Arabesque Spanish Cement Tiles are available in 30 colors and two blends. Handmade Arabesque Cement Pattern Details.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 21, 2014

Polished Cement Tile Benefits a Kitchen Backsplash. Last week, I received a wonderful email from Interior Designer Eugenia Triandos in Montreal, Canada. She shared an installation photo from a recent project that showcases Aventes popular Cuban Cement Tile! A recent kitchen remodel in Quebec used Cuban Cement tiles.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 29, 2012

Focus on Romana Cement Tile | August 2012. Project Pick: Romana Cement Tile for Kitchen Backsplash. Avente Tile customer Constance Zaytoun recently designed and oversaw the remodeling of her Chelsea, NY, kitchen that included a cement tile backsplash to be envied. Considering cement tile for your next home project?

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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. These tiles come in a staggering array of shades (mostly of blue) and designs. Tuesday, December 10, 2013. Image by Viktor Keech.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

Cement Tiles Trend Toward Bold Patterns & Colors. Im excited about this trend because I like to see color and pattern embraced in design. Cement tiles have been extremely popular this this year and I want to show you how color and pattern are being used. Melilla Cement Tile. Montecristi Cement Tile. Curious?

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Tile Talk

APRIL 22, 2014

Cement Tiles Add to the Impeccable Details of Tucson-Area Restaurant. We just happened to meet because she called to talk about cement tile for her new restaurant, The Coronet , in Tucson, Arizona. We just happened to meet because she called to talk about cement tile for her new restaurant, The Coronet , in Tucson, Arizona.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Designing with Tile: Fireplaces & Hearths. Happily, along with this desire for something new and different, fireplaces are also enjoying their place in the renewal process with the limitless decorative possibilities of handmade cement tile, porcelain tile, glass tile, ceramic tile, and mosaic tile. Tuesday, February 18, 2014.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 26, 2013

5 Tips for Getting the Best Cement Tile Prices. Cement tiles are handmade. That is why prices for handmade cement tile start at $9/SF for plain unpolished tile in an 8"x8" format. If youve got some flexibility with your design and color choices, then here’s five ways to get more cement tile for less.

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