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Why is my White Marble Turning Yellow?

Architectural Ceramics

moldings and mosaics allow for many design options. But why are you cautioned with “Install with White Thinset only!” 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. Calacatta Gold Master Bath.

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Cement Tiles Inspired by World Travels

Granada Tile

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.

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Avente Tile Talk: Aguayo Cement Tile Factory Tour

Tile Talk

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. Marble dust.

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Cozy Up Your Home for the Holidays

Architectural Ceramics

Ask us about our Scraffito tile, handmade in Portland Oregon. We are loving this marble and brushed brass mosaic. Is it clean and classic with a simple cabinets and subway tile, or bold and graphic with high contrast cement tiles? Both products are not only attractive but durable and easy to clean – a win-win in our book!