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Phenomenal Fusterlandia

Diary of a Tile Addict

It was a delight to find out that just outside the original Havana stands a miraculous mosaic masterpiece spanning the small fishing neighbourhood of Jaimanitas. Cuban flags are a repeated motif and ‘Viva Cuba’ stands proud atop eight chimney breasts. Image from Dan Lundberg on Flickr. Image from Dan Lundberg on Flickr.

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Cement Tiles Inspired by World Travels

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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. The Difference Between Cement and Ceramic Tile.

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Avente Tile Talk: Thanks to the Tile Heritage Foundation

Tile Talk

The Preservation of our Tile Heritage The Tile Heritage Foundation promotes an awareness and appreciation of ceramic surfaces in the United States. The Tile Heritage library and research facility has a wealth of knowledge including books and slides about ceramic tile surfaces. A mosaic brings you back to the Roman Empire.

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Avente Tile Talk: Cement Tile Designs That Impress!

Tile Talk

Cement tiles are often called Cuban tiles because of their ubiquitous use in both residential and commercial applications on the island of Cuba when it was a tropical playground. ceramic tile. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Architectural Ceramics: Tile+Mosaic. backsplash designs. bathrom blogfest 2010. bathroom design.

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Avente Tile Talk: Spring into Summer with our Cement Tile Ideas

Tile Talk

Cement tiles are used all over the world in countries such as Cuba, France, Spain, Portugal and more. ceramic tile. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Architectural Ceramics: Tile+Mosaic. Additionally, we invite you to explore the world of cement tile via our Pinterest boards Cement tile floors/walls , and Cement Tile Rugs.

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