Tile Talk

JULY 8, 2014

By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. One of the greatest joys about blogging and my love of tile is sharing fabulous installations using cement tile like this one featured in House and Home. The cement tile installation uses a Geometric Moroccan Circle pattern in soothing green. Cement Tile in a Geometric Moroccan circle pattern.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 25, 2017

While children everywhere are going back to school, let’s go back to basics and learn about ceramic tile through a few of Architectural Ceramic’s collections: Basics, London, and City Hall. AC’s Basics Collection , is a simple one with a white subway tile at its core. clean, off-white color.

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Tile Excellence

JANUARY 12, 2014

Ceramic Tile Repairs: Floor Tile Replacement and Shower Re-grouts Ceramic Tile Repairs: Floor Tile Replacement and Shower Re-grouts By Chris Lawson Tile repairs are a very specialized service and it can be hard to get tile contractors interested in small, sometimes difficult, detailed repairs.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 11, 2022

.— Sika , a global leader in specialty chemicals, strengthened its offerings to the commercial and residential tiling markets with a new, ready-to-use (RTU) grout. SikaTile-Ultima Grout upholds the high quality the company’s tile setting product line while carrying several new features. Color consistent.

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Tile of Spain USA

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Ceramic tile manufacturers from Spain are making waves in the digital arena by turning to technology to transform the tile selection process. “We Users can select the number of pieces in their sheet, color, and finish to design custom mosaic creations: [link]. Click & Tile by Azuliber. 3DSuperb by Alcor.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

All but two stenciled designs include color-coordinated and nonporous InteGrout, offering original Karndean visuals in a quicker and easier to install alternative to ceramic and porcelain tile, the company said. The post Karndean adds grouted stone looks to Korlok Select line appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

While we can’t help you clean out your closet by purging, thanking, or folding your clothes, Architectural Ceramics can help you clean your tile floor or backsplash. Check out the following tips below, organized into categories, to care for and maintain your porcelain, ceramic, glass or natural stone tile.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

Joey and David hard at work grouting the tile panels for the BDNY booth. We worked hard, especially Joey and David who did last-minute grouting. We were able to showcase our favorite tiles of the moment. How about the tile at the bar? Saturated colors, like a deep rich teal prominent throughout. Booth prep!

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 9, 2015

Okay, so grout is NOT the most interesting thing to read about; however, it’s such an important part of design! And she said something interesting to me, “She (Ella) wanted to use the dark grey grout with all that but the contractor had used something of their own. So, how do we make sure we select the right grout? .

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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. Efflorescence.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 9, 2015

Okay, so grout is NOT the most interesting thing to read about; however, it’s such an important part of design! And she said something interesting to me, “She (Ella) wanted to use the dark grey grout with all that but the contractor had used something of their own. So, how do we make sure we select the right grout? .

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 15, 2017

Let’s take a look at one of Architectural Ceramic’s own in-stock products: Gears. AC’s Gears Collection , offered as a marble or porcelain water-jet mosaic, has several features that will turn your tile project into a unique one: interlocking 12×12 sheet. Grouting & Installation. About Our Gears Collection.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 10, 2019

—Laticrete has introduced Spectralock Pro Premium Translucent Grout, a patented high-performance epoxy grout that offers customers a unique opaque color that diffuses light for a vibrant finish.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Sassuolo, Italy—During this week’s Coverings Connected event, Ceramics of Italy unveiled six top design trends for the fall -winter season. This season’s trends can be summed up in three words: natural, colorful, and playful. Nothing dazzles like a bag full of confetti, which is the same effect these tiles have on interior spaces.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 19, 2024

SikaTile-815 Secure Grout is a high-performance, fast-setting, dustless grout that delivers hard, durable joints and is formulated for strength and simplicity. The color-consistent, efflorescence-free grout is ideal for interior and exterior residential and commercial installations.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Las Vegas— The International Surface Event, held here last month, was home to three powerhouse tile companies this year: Dal-Tile, MSI and Emser Tile. While the main event for tile each year is Coverings, being held in Orlando, Fla., Tile suppliers agreed this year’s show was robust and the energy was palpable.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 21, 2019

Because we are in the business of selling tile however, we want to know how you feel about a cool, up-and-coming trend: dimensional tile. Here, we’re featuring just some of the dimensional tile collections available through Architectural Ceramics. Want to learn more about natural stone as a tile material?

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 8, 2018

Every year, Architectural Ceramics travels to the Coverings Tile & Stone Show to discover new products, meet new industry allies, and strengthen our vendor & customer relationships. Last year, world-wide vendors came together for “the global tile and stone experience” hosted in Orlando, Florida.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 18, 2021

While pale grays and neutral colors remain popular, there’s a renewed interest in contrast—adding dark elements, large or small, to a room’s design adds a timeless air of elegance. Emser Tile has new additions to achieve that look: Brique Charcoal, Kumito Black Chevron and Passion Nero. Passion Nero. It has a V4 shade variation rating.

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Garden State Tile Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

In a restaurant kitchen, not only does the commercial tile set a foundation for aesthetic, but they must also, and more importantly, provide traction for slip-resistance. Tile promotes healthy air quality as it does not trap allergens like dust, pet hair, or pollen. The glazing provides the color and makes the tile durable.

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How to Floor Tile

APRIL 19, 2022

We have to seal it, before grouting to keep the grout from changing the color of the Slate and getting stuck in the rough texture. It takes more work to grout. interesting earthy material and is porous like Marble and must be maintained unlike say Porcelain or Ceramic. Slate takes more work and material to install.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

In case shopping at midnight or facial hair aren’t your thing, there’s another trend that’s growing attention: matte black tile. At Architectural Ceramics, we’re excited for this sophisticated tile trend. Available in five colorways, this tile blends durability and style. We hope they grow on you.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 19, 2023

SELLING POINT : Made in the USA in a variety of colors and different widths. This high-performance laminate flooring offers marble and porcelain visuals in a user-friendly, click-lock tile. Classen: Ceramin Ceramin tiles are the ideal alternative to ceramic and natural stone.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 11, 2017

Let’s take a look at one of Architectural Ceramic’s own in-stock products: Gears. AC’s Gears Collection , offered as a marble or porcelain water-jet mosaic, has several features that will turn your tile project into a unique one: interlocking 12×12 sheet. Grouting & Installation. About Our Gears Collection.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 17, 2023

AHF Products introduced Bruce Comfortstone engineered stone tile, featuring the look of natural stone and ceramic. This collection captures the textures and vibrant color depths found in authentic stone flooring, and with grout it is almost indistinguishable from the real thing.” Tile sizes include 16 × 16 and 12 × 24.

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 27, 2021

One of the most exciting things about Granada Tile is the vast array of styles, shapes, and colors you can use to create your own stunning look. Our Olvera Collection is perfect for those searching for beautiful terracotta or Saltillo clay tile. Tile featured: Rectangle4x8. Tile featured: Hexagon6x7.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 19, 2019

If you’re hunting for ways to update your traditional subway tile, then look no further. Architectural Ceramics is ready to hop to it, with a dozen EGG-cellent subway tile patterns that go beyond the basics. In a traditional chevron pattern, however, the ends of the tile are cut to form a miter-joint.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

—A vibrant interplay of movement and shape comes to life in Momentum tiles from Lunada Bay Tile, a three-dimensional ceramic tile collection that can be customized into exclusive wall art for residential or commercial spaces. “Light adds movement to the tile’s surface and brings it to life. UrbanScape.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 16, 2017

You may be adding garland to your White Pine or pining after tile you saw on our website. Whatever the case may be, when it comes to small design details, don’t forget about tile trim. We’ve been making a few lists of our own at Architectural Ceramics. A List of Tile Trim Terms.

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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. About Porcelain Tile. Why are large format tiles typically porcelain? To avoid getting into the nitty-gritty, it’s because of how the tile is made. Porcelain tile is fired at a higher temperature.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 5, 2020

economy heading into 2020 with a hopeful outlook and poised for growth—unemployment is down and consumer confidence is on the rise—the time for tile to shine is now. has one of the lowest consumptions per capita of porcelain tile of all developed countries. Along those lines we’re seeing color, metals and a request to add polish.”.

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Granada Tile

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Create a focal point in your bathroom that is also functional with cement tile. As the best tile for showers, cement tile offers a wide range of benefits for this space. Look for Tile Qualities and Conditions. When compared to ceramic, glass or stone tile, cement tile are the best tiles for showers.

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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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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

This week, we decided to feature some unusual and underappreciated uses for tile, whether it be porcelain, ceramic, cement…you name it! From table tops, to art-work, and everything in-between, we found some of the best non-traditional uses for tile in and around hour home and are excited to share. Unexpected Cement.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

There is no denying that we spend A LOT of time looking at (and obsessing over) fresh and innovative tile. To get us all in the right mindset, we pulled some of the top trends for fall and related them to some of the tiles we are loving now. This porcelain tile collection offers a lot more than the Tartan pattern we show below.

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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. Grout float.

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The Perfect Bath

FEBRUARY 20, 2013

Our overwhelming enthusiasm for stone should not eclipse ceramic tile as a fabulous material for backsplashes, fireplaces, kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms and mudrooms. Personally, I think there is nothing more beautiful than a wall of handmade tile. I have been a supporter and promoter of hand made tile for many years.

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