Tile Talk

OCTOBER 14, 2014

Pre-sealing cement tiles is not a required step in all manufacturers'' installation procedures; however, it is something I recommend. Before deciding whether or not to pre-seal your cement tiles, let''s make sure you understand the purpose of pre-sealing along with its benefits and risks. Why Pre-Seal Cement Tile?

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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

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

Cement Vs. Ceramic Vs. Glass Vs. Stone: Which is Best for Indoor Showers? Cement tile is enjoying a recent return to the spotlight and is one of the most sought after home materials on the market today. They look very similar to cement tiles but aren’t quite as durable and will exhibit signs of wear and tear more quickly.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 8, 2018

Every year, Architectural Ceramics travels to the Coverings Tile & Stone Show to discover new products, meet new industry allies, and strengthen our vendor & customer relationships. Last year, world-wide vendors came together for “the global tile and stone experience” hosted in Orlando, Florida.

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 27, 2021

This gives you the ability to create accent pieces or vast flooring. Check out our Square4x4 tile for a stone or marble look, or try our offset Rectangle2x8 for variant colors that complement each other in a brick-like pattern. These make for fantastic floors ranging from 8″ to 16″ wide. Hexagons and Octagons.

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Tile of Spain USA

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

While tiles are traditionally placed upon floors and walls with collection counterparts, we’re stepping out-of-the-box to explore modern and innovative ways to apply the beauty and practicality of this surface material. Another alternative is a simple border of black and white tiles creating a bold floor with a classic look.

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Tile Talk

MAY 12, 2015

A few weeks ago, I shared 2015 Tile Trends from my annual pilgrimage to Coverings , a trade show for tile and stone. Not being one to disappoint, I want to show the new Cuban Heritage Cement tile offerings from Aguayo. Cuban Heritage Design 140 4B Cement Tile. Cuban Heritage Design 150 4A Cement Tile. Love Cuban Tiles?

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Granada Tile

OCTOBER 14, 2022

We think you will agree that cement tile is the best choice, but then what? But fear not, as there is one simple hack that will make choosing your cement tile for your space easier, square tiles. For interior spaces, square tiles can be used on walls, floors and ceilings to create a contemporary look.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 3, 2021

.— Planiprep 4 LVT, a new high-moisture-resistant skimcoat and embossing leveler from Mapei, can be used to level off and smooth over existing ceramic and stone surfaces. It can be used to level down to a featheredge or to smooth over in layers up to 1.5mm thick,” said Jeff Johnson, business manager for floor covering installation systems.

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The London Tile Co.

JANUARY 3, 2019

For an ultra-modern look in your home choose the Atrium range of large format cement effect tiles. Cement finishes have had a surge in popularity over the last couple of years but a poured or polished concrete floor can be extremely expensive, as well as disruptive. Choose from Anthracite, Cement or White.

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How to Floor Tile

JULY 26, 2014

Some say a solid cultured marble floor is the way to go. I have not torn out any floors with small tile. I have removed and replaced solid cultured marble and 4x4 and 6x6 tile on a shower floor because eventually the grout failed water invaded the space. Here is a Basket weave tile that is perfect for shower floors.

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Cement Style

AUGUST 13, 2019

Sometimes, that inspiration results in the merging of influences to create one-of-a-kind patterns in handcrafted cement tile. Because the Amalena series takes inspiration from Turkish textiles, it is also an ideal choice for creating the classic rug-like effect with a border tile surrounding a field tile on the floor. The Amalena.

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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. Spring Mosaic.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 28, 2012

Installing a slate tile floor. Now this slate comes in an assortment of sizes so laying out the floor isnt as easy as you would get in a standard tile floor. 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. cement tile. floor tile.

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Granada Tile

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Create a focal point in your bathroom that is also functional with cement tile. As the best tile for showers, cement tile offers a wide range of benefits for this space. When compared to ceramic, glass or stone tile, cement tile are the best tiles for showers. Look for Tile Qualities and Conditions. Black and white.

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Cement Style

AUGUST 13, 2019

Sometimes, that inspiration results in the merging of influences to create one-of-a-kind patterns in handcrafted cement tile. Because the Amalena series takes inspiration from Turkish textiles, it is also an ideal choice for creating the classic rug-like effect with a border tile surrounding a field tile on the floor. The Amalena.

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The London Tile Co.

JUNE 22, 2018

The cement effect trend seems as though it’s here to stay so we have decided to add another range to the mix. Atrium is a 1200x600mm large format tile made of strong porcelain which means it can be used on both walls and floors. Atrium is available in dark grey Anthracite, Cement grey or White. Reflections.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 29, 2022

Las Vegas—Coverings released a select product preview of new tile and stone products, along with a sneak peek of installation materials, tools and technology products, that will be unveiled at Coverings 2022 , taking place here April 5-8, 2022. Coverings exhibit booth #C10011. Coverings exhibit booth #C9920. Coverings exhibit booth #N2245.

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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. This natural stone product, made of volcanic rock, is available in large format field tiles like 16″x16″ or 12″x24″ and mosaics like a 1″ or 3″ hexagon. We hope they grow on you.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 15, 2019

Take a look at these examples of repeating tile patterns to see how your floor might look when it’s all laid out. 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.

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The London Tile Co.

MARCH 10, 2017

Unlike natural stone or concrete paving, porcelain tiles need to be fixed using adhesive onto a solid base and not onto sand. The tiles must be laid into a solid bed of a suitable polymer modified cement based adhesive. Once the tiles are installed the joints can be grouted using a flexible grout suitable for outdoor use.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

While we can’t help you clean out your closet by purging, thanking, or folding your clothes, Architectural Ceramics can help you clean your tile floor or backsplash. Check out the following tips below, organized into categories, to care for and maintain your porcelain, ceramic, glass or natural stone tile. Natural Stone.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 27, 2018

Through high-definition printing, porcelain tiles can mimic other materials like cement or natural stone that are typical of an outdoor setting. Cement & Terracotta. Sorry wood-look porcelain, we’ve temporarily moved on, to cement and terracotta tile. Natural Stone & Specialty Ceramic.

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Fabric and Tile Masters

MAY 17, 2019

More and more people are using tile flooring and wall coverings in their homes today due to its durability and ease of daily cleaning. After a period of normal wear and tear, especially in high traffic areas, it is not unusual to start to see dullness in your tiles or darkening of grout in your home. Trust The Professionals.

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Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

MARCH 7, 2016

MORE is a line of care products that makes cleaning tile and stone surfaces a snap! If you ever thought that caring for a ceramic or stone tile surface was going to be difficult, your worries are over. Stone & Tile Cleaner. Stone & Quartz Cleaner + Protector. Grout, Ceramic & Porcelain Sealer.

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The London Tile Co.

APRIL 1, 2019

Sometimes all you need to freshen up your space is a small change, and replacing that splashback or those old floor tiles could make all the difference. Take a look at this month’s Featured Tiles for inspiration, or browse our wide selection of wall and floor tiles online today.

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The London Tile Co.

MARCH 8, 2019

Thanks to advances in porcelain inkjet printing technology you can now get porcelain paving that looks a lot like the material that inspired it – great news if you want a stone, cement or wood look outdoors. Stone and decking will require regular sealing and sometimes specialist cleaning products. Frost proof.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 16, 2018

The backsplash turns up the wow-factor by taking the tile up the wall from floor to ceiling. For a complete stain-free installation, consider sealing your cement grout. Better yet, use a stain resistant expoy grout like Spectralock. Want to learn more about cement tile? It’s Not Easy Being Green.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

These products join our CUBE system and Re-Con line of cement admixtures, which reduce the carbon levels of the concrete mix itself and turn waste concrete into usable material, respectively. The post Mapei highlights carbon-neutral product family appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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The Perfect Bath

MARCH 16, 2016

Over and over, I have noticed recently that a home’s kitchen floor is often the same material that is used throughout the rest of the house. In my own home, I have had tumbled limestone floors in the kitchen for at least 30 years. At the time I installed my floor, this worn look was only available in 6-inch tiles.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 10, 2019

Softer stones and ceramics are more likely to take a beating from the elements than durable materials like porcelain. Another thing to consider is the size of your tile and, by extension, how many grout joints you have. Grout joints add a rough texture and also allow for water to drain from the tops of floor tiles.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

(ARLINGTON, VA—February 12, 2019) Coverings ( coverings.com ), the largest international tile & stone exhibition and conference in North America, will honor the beauty and durability of tile this National Tile Day as the February 23 observance enters its third year.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 10, 2015

White Thinset is the standard recommendation for Bianco Carrara, Calacata, Onyx, Thassos, most Limestone, and other light or translucent stones. 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. The availability of so many wonderful marbles.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 15, 2017

Grouting & Installation. Our Gears mosaic is unique in that the grout becomes a large part of the design. A graphic designer might compare the open space and grout allowance in this mosaic, to white space around a logo or page layout they are designing. If using SpectraLOCK epoxy grout, it’s already stain resistant!

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

event serving the floor covering industry, once again brought together buyers and sellers from around the world to see the latest floor covering products, tools, services and technologies. Here’s a glimpse of what new tile and stone products enjoyed the most visibility by the show’s visitors. Crossville Inc.’s

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 11, 2019

Even though many of our tile series is strong enough to hold up to the heat of fire, the adhesives and grouts used to set the tile are not intended to have that much exposure to an open flame. Without a mantel, there is nothing on the wall to visually break up the continuous line of tile from floor to ceiling. . We love them all.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 26, 2018

From the ground up, we’ll see what goes under and over shower floors and walls. 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. That’s right, doggies baths.

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