Tile Talk

JULY 22, 2014

Since launching our new line of Porcelain Pool Tile earlier this month, we''ve been getting a lot of questions about what makes porcelain tile better than ceramic tile. More commonly, the question is simply, "What is the difference between porcelain and ceramic tile?" Porcelain tile is a type of ceramic tile and nothing more.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Daltile’s new Defend is a distinct product line of high-performance ceramic tile featuring Microban technology, which will not wash off or wear away. ceramic tile consumption rose 23.7% billion square feet of ceramic tile, up 34.8% Ceramic residential sales in the U.S. In addition, through Q2 2021, the U.S. imported 1.10

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Granada Tile

JUNE 27, 2018

A Target Home spokesperson, she focuses on creating homes that are quirky, attainable and filled with her favorite color, blue. In her hands, weird is definitely wonderful. Of all of the design blogs that cover cement tile, we give the prize to Justina Blakeney’s Jungalow for being the most colorful.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 22, 2024

A key building block of feeling inspired is to surround ourselves with the colors, styles and designs that encourage our personalities and dreams. Three 4 x 4 decorative wall tiles are offered in an array of patterns, colors and geometric designs—perfectly crafted for statement walls and backsplashes. Glazed ceramic wall tile.

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Tile of Spain USA

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Spanish companies traveled to Italy this September to showcase their latest collections at Cersaie, the International Exhibition of Ceramic Tile and Bathroom Furnishings. The annual event brings together architects, interior designers and tile producers to explore the latest innovations and trends in the ceramic sector.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 27, 2018

Check out a few Architectural Ceramics tile collections, suitable for outdoor use, that have you covered under foot and under water. From porcelain to specialty ceramic, here are how a few materials compare in an exterior application: Porcelain & Glass. Natural Stone & Specialty Ceramic. The Ins and Outs of Outdoor Tile.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 3, 2013

Portuguese Ceramic Tile Artistry. Panel of Portuguese ceramic tiles by Jorge Colaço (1922), representing Henry the Navigator at the Sagres Promonory. Before that, and until the second half of the 15th century, only the alicatado (mosaic formed of polygonal, colored glazed tiles) was in use. Tuesday, December 3, 2013.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Its Ceramin tiles, meanwhile, are positioned as an alternative to ceramic and natural stone. With color so important, Indusparquet is putting the spotlight on Imperial Chestnut, a Brazilian cherry with a rich, defined hue that brings tremendous definition to the species. Elsewhere, WE Cork unveiled the Serenity collection.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Rhyme and Reason Dallas, Texas—Marazzi unveiled its new Rhyme and Reason glazed ceramic wall tile collection, currently launching nationwide. This newest assortment features a deep, rich biophilic color palette as well as a terracotta color way. There’s a rhyme and reason to this glazed ceramic wall tile collection.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 5, 2019

At Architectural Ceramics, we have wood-look porcelain tiles that you won’t want to pass up. With our Century Wood Collection , a century-old, wood inlay look is possible because of new-age high-definition printing techniques. AC’s Century Wood Collection, shown in the Tangram pattern and Tinto color.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 2, 2019

While sites like Travel.com offers suggestions of where to go with their article, the Top 10 Most Searched Summer Destinations , at Architectural Ceramics, we’ve come up with our own 10 cities, as well as tile collections inspired by each popular place. The dimensional ceramic tile is available in two main shapes, Elle and Tear.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 25, 2018

Architectural Ceramic’s put together a small list of some of our large format porcelain tile collections. Take a look at a few porcelain collections, offered with Architectural Ceramics, that feature in-stock and special order options. AC’s Ancient Stone Collection in the color Black, used in a commercial setting.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 12, 2018

Whether it’s the collection’s name or color palette, Architectural Ceramics is getting into the seasonal spirit with tile that is fit for fall. AC’s Atlas Collection, a slate-look porcelain in the color Slate Multicolor. AC’s Autumn Park Collection, a glazed wood-look porcelain in the color Cherry.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Architectural Ceramics hopes you had an enjoyable Thanksgiving surrounded by family and friends. Not only the color, but the size of this tile is on trend. The darkest color, Abyss, is shown here. The Pacific colorway, shown here, mixes gold and silver glazed ceramic tiles in either a Smooth or Reef (rough) blend.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 26, 2024

Fall 2023 launch Fyre The handcrafted glazed ceramic wall tile presents a new and unique shade variation, making this a one-of-a-kind series. This tile boasts radiant colors and multi-dimensional styles and is topped off with a glossy finish, creating the perfect statement piece for any space. Glazed ceramic wall tile.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 9, 2020

Architectural Ceramics had the privilege of being certified as a national Women’s Business Enterprise by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). A simple color scheme helps maintain a clean and comfortable look. Definitely a fearless use of pattern and color in these rooms!

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 22, 2020

Confindustria Ceramica (the Italian Association of Ceramics) and the Italian Trade Agency announced the winners of the 2020 Ceramics of Italy Tile Competition during a virtual press conference hosted by Coverings. Distributor: Ceramic Technics. New York, N.Y.—Confindustria Project: Hotel Bennett. Location: Charleston, S.C.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 13, 2018

Just like movies released this time of year hope to be the blockbuster hit of the summer, Architectural Ceramics recently launched a few new tile collections that we hope will be a hit among clients like you. Check out our main features, along with a sneak peak at other collections coming to an Architectural Ceramics showroom near you: Adele.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

Cement Tiles Trend Toward Bold Patterns & Colors. I reported that I was seeing a trend to use texture, color, and geometric patterns in tile. Im excited about this trend because I like to see color and pattern embraced in design. The Melilla Cement Tile use nine colors in this bold warm palette with a playful Latin feel.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JULY 6, 2018

And this morning I woke up thinking about the work of Toni Cumella: a true ceramic visionary. Born in 1951, the son of ceramicist Antoni Cumella, Toni Cumella studied industrial engineering at Barcelona University before dedicating himself entirely to ceramics in 1970. If so, read on. Parc Guell Restoration by Ceramica Cumella.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 21, 2019

Here, we’re featuring just some of the dimensional tile collections available through Architectural Ceramics. Breeze through each one; from natural stone and cement, to ceramic and glass, we offer dimensional tile in a range of material types. If you feel like black is too dark, try using the color Fog or Powder instead.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

It’s currently available as a wall tile in three styles—Pyramid White, Wave Black and Stries Calacata—and a floor tile in six colors and two sizes. Divinium is a porcelain and ceramic wall and mosaic collection. Artcrafted is a handcrafted-inspired, glazed ceramic wall tile and mosaic series. This is a rare vein cut travertine.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

Saturated colors, like a deep rich teal prominent throughout. Teal and funky designs like those on the photo below were definitely stand-outs this year. Jaclo has launched a way to infuse more color into your space with its new collection. Which color is your favorite? . Collages of materials.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 10, 2018

At Architectural Ceramics, we’ve prepared a quick read for you about natural slate, and our client spaces and collections that feature it. Because some of us slept through first period science class, let’s pull apart the definition one layer at a time. Photo via Libby Turner Dickstein for Architectural Ceramics.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 4, 2022

By Jacqueline Hinchcliff—W hen it comes to emerging color trends in flooring, what works in one region of the country might not fly elsewhere. Colors like cream, beige, blonde and sand are gaining popularity among consumers across the country. As far as colors, we are selling blues, grays and bright bold colors for some projects.

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 4, 2021

Take a look at what’s to come from Architectural Ceramics, soon-to-be Architessa, some trends expected by the industry in 2021, and gear up for a fresh start, both in your personal life and in the world of design. Color Theory. 2021 Color of the Year, Urbane Bronze , Sherwin Williams. Color Theory.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Bruce (AHF): Comfortstone AHF Products’ Bruce brand recently introduced its Comfortstone engineered stone tile, featuring the look of natural stone and ceramic. Like stone and ceramic, Comfortstone is incredibly beautiful and durable, but is also designed to be warmer to the touch and more comfortable underfoot versus traditional tile.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 25, 2019

Ceramic floor tile first started to appear in medieval England in the thirteenth century. A step up from bare earth, but not quite as laborious or expensive as handmade ceramic tile, stone floors were often the selected flooring material. They are usually two colors, but a tile may be composed of as many as six.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

At Architectural Ceramics, we’ve done a little exercise of our own to come up with some of our favorite tile shapes and patterns. Ceramic, marble, porcelain, glass — Square tile is available in a variety of material types. We offer numerous glazed ceramics in a 4″x4″ and 6″x6″ in size.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 17, 2018

Just like movies released this time of year hope to be the blockbuster hit of the summer, Architectural Ceramics recently launched a few new tile collections that we hope will be a hit among clients like you. Check out our main features, along with a sneak peak at other collections coming to an Architectural Ceramics showroom near you: Adele.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 22, 2023

Refined wood grains, neutral color palettes and a textured surface are designed to create an authentic look and feel. Installed separately or in coordination with each other, the colors can make distinctive statements across a multitude of areas in the home. Additionally, its SPC core is highly resistant to water and moisture.

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H.Winter Showroom Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2010

Florida Tile, an industry leader in manufacturing ceramic, porcelain, glass and stone tiles now offers what they call high definition porcelain (HDP) tiles and they sure do look just like natural stone. This is 8 times the variation of a conventional Roto-color machine and a far better resolution.

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Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

Strong Pattern | If you are looking for a unique installation, try strong patterns like chevron, herringbone and unique combinations of color create statement spaces. Bold Walls | Shapes, textures and colors can add great definition to an otherwise common space.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 19, 2024

Patrick Warren vice president of residential sales, dealer and showrooms Dal-Tile Keep up with the trends “It’s beneficial for the retailer to be knowledgeable about current style and color trends. Understanding how to use natural stone tile to recreate these designs, patterns, textures and colors adds to this advantage.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 27, 2016

Below are 3 of the 100 examples of the faces within the Wood Replica collection (color: beige). Ceramic vs. Porcelain Wood-Look Tiles. Beware of companies advertising tile as porcelain when it is actually a white body ceramic. All the good quality wood-look tiles will use High Definition inkjet technology. Estonia Oak.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

Coverings 2021 has announced tile trends forecasted by three leading international tile associations and sponsors of Coverings—Ceramics of Italy; Tile of Spain; and the Tile Council of North America (TCNA)—in commemoration of National Tile Day, Feb. XXL: Extra-large ceramic tiles are increasing in popularity this year. Arlington, Va.—

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 13, 2016

January 2016 – Baltimore, MD – As a design consultant at Architectural Ceramics in Canton, a neighborhood of Baltimore City, I recently had the privilege of meeting a great couple that allowed me to create a mosaic design for the fireplace in their Bolton-Hill home in downtown Baltimore. It was my “ah-ha” moment!

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