Floor Covering News

MAY 6, 2022

“It’s important for exterior installations to be protected from the [prospect] of efflorescence,” said Ian O’Connor, product manager, grout, care and tools, Custom Building Products. He recommended a rapid-setting, high-performance cement grout as well as a rapid-set, high-performance mortar.

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Giotile

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Let’s talk about grout! While not the most exciting component of a tile installation, grout is an important piece of the big picture. Choosing the right grout for your project, budget, and performance requirements is essential. Let’s look at the different types of grout and when to use them.

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Giotile

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Let’s talk about grout! While not the most exciting component of a tile installation, grout is an important piece of the big picture. Choosing the right grout for your project, budget, and performance requirements is essential. Let’s look at the different types of grout and when to use them.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 3, 2013

Removing Grout Haze in a Cement Tile Installation. Today, I discuss grout haze – a problem that often occurs with both ceramic and cement tile installations. Today, I discuss grout haze – a problem that often occurs with both ceramic and cement tile installations.

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Granada Tile

MAY 15, 2022

Replacing ceramic tiles with concrete tiles will change the way you build spaces. Interior and exterior designs with tile accents are trendy, but the installation and upkeep of non-cement tile options can be a huge turn-off. Cement tiles carry a long list of benefits over other alternatives.

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The London Tile Co.

DECEMBER 8, 2020

What Are The Differences Between Cement Based Tile Adhesives? There are many different types of tile adhesive available today, each for a different purpose and application. This help sheet only relates to cement based tile adhesives , excluding ready mixed and resin based options which have their own features and benefits.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 14, 2014

By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. 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.

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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. A technique that uses a mold to make designs in many colors and a press to harden the tiles without requiring heat. What Are My Cement Tile Options?

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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?

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Garden State Tile Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Choosing your tile color , shape , and layout are all important parts of designing your dream space. However, when it comes to the part that pulls the entire design together, we save the best for last – and that’s grout. Read on as Garden State Tile reviews the key factors to consider when selecting the perfect grout for your design.

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The London Tile Co.

MARCH 1, 2019

If you are considering giving your home a mini-makeover this Spring don’t forget to think about the tiles – simply updating your splashback or replacing floor tiles can give your space a quick transformation. Tiles are extremely hard-wearing, hygienic and available in so many different sizes, colours and styles.

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Granada Tile

MARCH 31, 2020

Cement or concrete tiles are a great addition to any indoor or outdoor design scheme. They are low maintenance, but they do require some upkeep, as with any kind of tile. There are specific methods you’ll want to use to keep your tiles clean and to preserve their life. Minimum Grouting Distance.

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 6, 2017

It’s not a new look — in fact since the invention of cement tile, their patterns have been used in private homes and public buildings to bring in the color found in woven rugs and avoid the inevitable wear and tear. Many of the patterns in our Echo Collection have coordinating border tiles that can create the look of a rug.

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Cement Style

JANUARY 29, 2019

The new Ombré collection from Villa Lagoon Tile is a departure from traditional cement tile design. The organic nature of hand pouring means that Ombré collection tiles are perfectly imperfect, an artistic statement for entryways or accent walls in homes or hospitality projects. Contact us to create your custom look!

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Granada Tile

APRIL 27, 2016

Now that you’ve received your Granada Tile cement tile, it’s time to install it. Before you do, there’s one other thing to think about: what color grout should you choose? This article on InsideOut walks you through the pros and cons of picking. Photo by Bethany Nauert for Apartment Therapy.

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Tile of Spain USA

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Ceramic tiles offer an exciting and infinite number of design possibilities for decorating interiors and exteriors. 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.

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The Tile Doctor

JUNE 30, 2020

Most epoxy and cement grouts are considered hazardous, corrosive and dangerous. The Tile Doctorand#39;s epoxy grout is the safest non toxic grout option.

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The London Tile Co.

NOVEMBER 21, 2014

We’re loving the latest trend for textured tiles, but while these 3D patterned tiles look fantastic, it does make them much trickier to add grout to. We’ve put together some quick tips to help you when fixing textured tiles with grout. DIY Tiling Tips diy advice grout textured tiles'

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Granada Tile

SEPTEMBER 3, 2013

How do you get your cement tile floor to look its best? Read our handy tile installation rundown. Tile photo Granada Tile. It’s a great overview and visual, if you’re about to take on a cement tile installation project yourself. Do not use ceramic tile adhesive.);

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Granada Tile

NOVEMBER 9, 2016

Recently on her blog, Bleubird, she mused aloud about upgrading her four bathrooms , collecting inspiration images and Granada Tile is there, blue and white Fez cement tile, prompting dreams of things to come… Bring warmth and textural interest to your space with Granada Tile Company’s cement tiles.

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The London Tile Co.

JANUARY 17, 2019

Thankfully we stock a range of cement effect tiles that allow you to get that same look but with all the benefits of tiles. So what are the downsides of polished concrete or honed cement floors? Benefits of Cement Effect Tiles. Firstly we need to talk about price. Hard-wearing. Fade resistant and colourfast.

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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.

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Tile Talk

MAY 12, 2015

By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. A few weeks ago, I shared 2015 Tile Trends from my annual pilgrimage to Coverings , a trade show for tile and stone. I promised to share some other great new tile finds that Avente Tile will be adding to our offerings. Cuban Heritage Design 140 4B Cement Tile.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 21, 2014

Polished Cement Tile Benefits a Kitchen Backsplash. 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. Everything works together using the same color palette as the tiles.

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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. The texture was artistically integrated into the pattern to add a complexity to the floor tile. The tile stood out like a little gem and the texture on the surface provided depth and sophistication. Tuesday, August 14, 2012.

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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.

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Granada Tile

JULY 5, 2016

As part of the continuing expansion of our flagship Echo Collection, Granada Tile is excited to introduce the Paul Schatz Group , a line of 13 new graphic tile designs. We know you will fall in love with them before the grout even dries!

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Granada Tile

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

Tiles are the go-to material for bathrooms and showers, but that doesn’t mean you have to go with the same, boring square tiles. Cement Vs. Ceramic Vs. Glass Vs. Stone: Which is Best for Indoor Showers? Ceramic tile is manufactured from clay and powdered glazes and is fired in a kiln to harden.

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Granada Tile

FEBRUARY 10, 2017

Used as floor tile, the delicate swirls of Granada Tile’s Normandy Cement Tile are the foundation for a restful bathroom retreat. Our Normandy cement tiles, used as the floor tile in this Style At Home house, set the scene for a beautiful bathroom. Or choose from one of our many tile patterns.

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Granada Tile

APRIL 25, 2017

Cement Tiles Finish A Room Beautifully. When it comes to cement tiles, your room can be all three! She chose Granada Tile’s Toscano cement tiles for the bathroom floor. She chose Granada Tile’s Toscano cement tiles for the bathroom floor. Is it Industrial?

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Granada Tile

AUGUST 31, 2017

Cement tiles are a popular choice for kitchen backsplashes for their many unique styles and ability to protect the walls from splashes and spills. Liven up your space with colorful patterns and mosaic designs, and add durability and efficiency to your kitchen with cement backsplash tiles. Wet tile saw.

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Granada Tile

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

Rely on Granada Tile’s cement mini tiles to bring the mushroom trend into your home. Accordingly, Granada Tile’s cement tiles can bring it into your home. Try it small, using our cement mini tiles. Or try it big using our hex concrete tiles.

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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 Cement Tile Accent Strip - Bar Format in Winter.

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Granada Tile

SEPTEMBER 9, 2013

Granada Tile’s Fez cement tile design line the wall and cover the floor at Biscuit Filmworks—designed by the firm Shubin Donaldson. To create your own sensational concrete tile installation, read part two of our installation instructions below. Tile photo, Granada Tile. The process is straightforward.

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Granada Tile

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

Your Secret Weapon: Cement Bathroom Tiles. It’s no secret that we love everything cement tile here at Granada Tile. We believe in it so much, that we’ve dedicated our business to offering the highest quality cement tiles in a huge array of colors, patterns, and designs. How to Lay Cement Tiles Video.

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Granada Tile

APRIL 16, 2017

Tiles are the most obvious material homeowners and contractors turn to for a new bathroom or bathroom remodel. Tiles are durable, and easy to clean, which are perfect qualities for the room of your home that deals with plenty of splashes, spills, condensation, and personal care smudges. Bathroom Floors. Bathroom Walls.

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Granada Tile

MARCH 28, 2017

The soft gray of Granada Tile’s Normandy cement tile provides the perfect foil. Whichever way the trends may lead, Granada cement tiles prove their timeless appeal. We’d feel happy to help you decide which of our encaustic tile designs would be perfect for your project. Oooh la la!

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