Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 10, 2019

Softer stones and ceramics are more likely to take a beating from the elements than durable materials like porcelain. If you are tiling in a warm climate, you may be able to branch out to tile options like cement or terracotta, but you should still keep up with routine maintenance for these more fragile tiles.

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Outdoor Tile Grout Porcelain 100

Tile Talk

OCTOBER 2, 2012

With the close of the 30th edition of Cersaie, the International Exhibition of Ceramics for Architecture and Bathroom Furnishings held annually in Bologna, Italy, once again proved itself as the launching pad for newly developed ceramic, porcelain, glass and mosaic tile products that will soon hit showrooms and the marketplace.

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Tile Design Porcelain Terracotta 163

Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

Mix in tranquil hues like shades of blue, green and bronze to instantly give the room the peaceful feel of a luxury spa, along with some natural elements like wood and natural stone. Your options include porcelain, stone, and terracotta tiles, just to name a few. The product shown is our hand-painted Palio 20 terracotta field.

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Terracotta Oregon Portland Stone 100

Architectural Ceramics

JULY 27, 2018

Check out a few Architectural Ceramics tile collections, suitable for outdoor use, that have you covered under foot and under water. From porcelain to specialty ceramic, here are how a few materials compare in an exterior application: Porcelain & Glass. Cement & Terracotta. Natural Stone & Specialty Ceramic.

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Outdoor Terracotta Natural Stone Tile 157

Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Their ranges include pale concrete and classic grey looks, marble-effects in colours ranging from cool whites to warmer beige, and rougher looking stone effect tiles. Alfa Ceramic offers a similar range of porcelain tiles, from stone and marble-effect to a cement look. Country Antracita from Equipe (65x200mm).

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Marble Porcelain Terracotta Stone 40

Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Their ranges include pale concrete and classic grey looks, marble-effects in colours ranging from cool whites to warmer beige, and rougher looking stone effect tiles. Alfa Ceramic offers a similar range of porcelain tiles, from stone and marble-effect to a cement look. Country Antracita from Equipe (65x200mm).

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Marble Porcelain Terracotta Stone 40

Diary of a Tile Addict

MAY 16, 2018

The halls abounded in excellent examples of the latest in cement-, wood-, marble-, cotto-, and terrazzo-effects, plus a good smattering of geometrics, planks and modern metallics. Mujo is a terracotta produced in a recently-neglected format, 300 by 300mm, but one with a rich ceramic history.

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Terracotta Decorative Ceramics Trends 72

Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Living Coral has been labelled a “sociable and spirited” colour, yet also “1980s napkin pink” which may be why it’s not looking to become a ceramic mainstay just yet. The shade ‘terracotta’ also gives a similar brightness comparable to Living Coral. Encaustic cement tile (200x200mm) from Alhambra.

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Grout Marble India Terracotta 58

Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Living Coral has been labelled a “sociable and spirited” colour, yet also “1980s napkin pink” which may be why it’s not looking to become a ceramic mainstay just yet. The shade ‘terracotta’ also gives a similar brightness comparable to Living Coral. Encaustic cement tile (200x200mm) from Alhambra.

Grout 40

Grout Marble India Terracotta 40

Realstone

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

These tiles are typically made from ceramic , porcelain or stone. The clay or stone is shaped, glazed for a shiny finish, and then kiln-fired to harden. These tiles are typically crafted from stone then glazed , or ceramic or porcelain, with pigments added during the production process to achieve a variety of colors.

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Decorative Kitchen Tile Stone 52

Realstone

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

These tiles are typically made from ceramic , porcelain or stone. The clay or stone is shaped, glazed for a shiny finish, and then kiln-fired to harden. These tiles are typically crafted from stone then glazed , or ceramic or porcelain, with pigments added during the production process to achieve a variety of colors.

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Decorative Kitchen Tile Stone 52

Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

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. Outdoor living area with a fireplace featuring a ceramic tile Pomegranate mural.

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Tile Cement Design Painted 150