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Back to Basics: Which material is right for my design?

Architectural Ceramics

Should you choose stone, ceramic, glass or something else? Natural stone is harvested from quarries and then cut to various sizes. Some examples of stone tile include marble, quartz, limestone, slate, and granite. Natural variation for a unique look Requires regular maintenance including sealing every 6-12 months.

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Grouts, sealants help ease the task at hand

Floor Covering News

He recommended a rapid-setting, high-performance cement grout as well as a rapid-set, high-performance mortar. The Portland cement-based, polymer-modified grout is both freeze/thaw resistant and water repellent, and is open to traffic in just 90 minutes. This will prevent that from defacing your installation. Custom Building Products.

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March Madness: ACI’s Final Four Tile Matchups

Architectural Ceramics

Right now, cement tile is in and glass tile is out. Natural Stone. AC’s Altimetry in Calcatta Tia natural stone; image via architecturalceramics.com. AC’s Altimetry in Calcatta Tia natural stone; image via architecturalceramics.com. Is glass hard to work with?

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Tile with Money in Mind

Architectural Ceramics

Since we’re on the heels of our March Madness: ACI’s Final Four Tile Matchups blog, let’s round out a list in the same main tile types: porcelain, ceramic, glass and natural stone. Natural Stone: A variation on the penny round theme, the Effervescence Collection plays with multiple sizes of circles.

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Where can I use faux stone

Realstone

Understanding Faux Stone Definition and Components Faux stone, often referred to as manufactured stone veneer is part of a category of stones called Masonry Veneer. Faux stone, as the name suggests, is a manufactured alternative to natural stone.

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Timeless to Timeworn: 4 New Stone-Look Collections Made In The USA

Garden State Tile Blog

The Marmo Bianco porcelain collection mixes a refined selection of luxurious white marbles quarried from the most renowned sites in the world: Italy and Greece. The authentic soft cement look makes Avenue the perfect addition for authentic modern and contemporary interiors. Browse Venue. Marmo Bianco. Browse Marmo Bianco.

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Kitchen and Residential Design: A Coverings preview

Kitchen and Residential Design

• Apavisa (Booth 2519) is heading to Coverings with Archconcept, a new collection of patterns in stone, metal and cement finishings that are inspired by the latest manufacturing technology and trends in architecture. The line is available in a range of 12 colors and a finish reminiscent of brushed cement.

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