Architectural Ceramics

MAY 29, 2019

Natural stone is harvested from quarries and then cut to various sizes. Hand-painted patterns and colors available Porous material not suitable for wet & freeze-susceptible areas. Cement tiles are one of the most popular options for decorative areas. Tiles are hand-crafted by pouring colored cement into a mold.

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Terracotta Quarry Design Cement 113

Tile Talk

APRIL 7, 2015

Saltillo tiles are shaped either by pressing quarried clay with a wooden frame, or by carving out the desired shape. The sealer is applied with a paint roller. The final finish coat will probably be an acrylic, obtainable from either tile or paint stores. A brush is used at the edges. Designing with Tile.

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Terracotta Tile Cement Quarry 100

Tile Talk

MARCH 5, 2013

Now, let’s take a look at what defines hand-crafted, hand-painted tiles by examining the process of silk-screening to glazing. In my next couple of posts, I’ll be digging deeper into the inner workings of ARTO’s manufacturing process of cement tiles, brick pavers, and more. Making Cement Tile. cement tile.

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California Los Angeles Tile Cement 235

Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 17, 2018

Basel: For some of us, we file our taxes as ‘Married: Filing Jointly’ Here, the Basel Collection features brass and cement in a perfect marriage. Because of painting technique used, each piece varies slightly from one another. One is made of natural fibers and the other is quarried from the earth.

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Natural Stone Tile Porcelain Marble 157

Diary of a Tile Addict

APRIL 26, 2018

The Link range offers a new riff on the popular cotto/cement look with a simple concrete vibe. Combining stones from four different quarries, whose characteristics are fused together, and adding original graphic designs, Lea has created a stone that doesn’t exist in nature, but one that has a balanced and natural look.

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Italy Atlanta Quarry Ceramics 49

Kitchen and Residential Design

APRIL 11, 2012

• 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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Kitchen Design Mosaics Porcelain 76