Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 10, 2015

The use of a Gray colored Thinset can result in discoloration of the stone or the appearance of oily stains on the face of the stone. Yellowing may still happen in a shower area where mud work or wet bed has been done using Gray Portland cement. The availability of so many wonderful marbles.

Marble 100

Marble Portland Cement Natural Stone 100

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. Zellige tiles are very traditional to this region and are made up of colorful mosaics. Moroccan Tile. Spanish Tile.

Cement 100

Cement Terracotta Tile Colombia 100

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.

Cement 158

Cement Dominican Republic Tile Los Angeles 158

Tile Talk

AUGUST 4, 2015

Colorful, dimensional Hispaniola cement tiles liven up a powder room. The Hispaniola Collection from Avente Tile is an exclusive, made-to-order series of beautiful handmade cement tiles inspired by the climate, textures and surroundings of the Dominican Republic.

Cement 100

Cement Dominican Republic Cuba Tile 100

Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Cement Tile. Also known as ‘encaustic tiles’, but Cement tile is easier to say and more understood. About 2 years ago we picked up our first cement tile manufacturer, and at that time is was a brand new type of tile that no one had.

Bath 100

Bath Kitchen Trends Cement 100

Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

Ask us about our Scraffito tile, handmade in Portland Oregon. This is an easy place to add color and texture to the room. Introduce calm colors. Too many bright and harsh colors can overwhelm the senses. While great at creating an energized and fun space, these colors may not be ideal for day-to-day. Love the wall?

Terracotta 100

Terracotta Oregon Portland Stone 100

StoneDimensions

NOVEMBER 11, 2014

One can use portland cement based mortars to eliminate the plaster, but then the cure time is extended and ductile stainless wire must be substituted for copper due to the galvanic reaction potential between copper and mortar. And there are major concerns over the moisture resistance, or lack thereof, of plaster.

Stone 40

Stone System Portland Industry 40