Architectural Ceramics

MAY 13, 2018

Design and photo credit via Aidan Design, featuring AC’s Estreslla shell mosaic backsplash. ACI’s Estrella Grande oval shell mosaic. Pictured above, the 2012 DC Design House features Aidan Design’s work, and Architectural Ceramic’s mother-of-pearl oval mosaic. Fresh and Floral.

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DC Mosaics Tile Maryland 176

Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 17, 2018

So take a break from crunching the numbers, and take a look at a few tile examples from Architectural Ceramics that have cash in mind. 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.

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Natural Stone Tile Porcelain Marble 157

Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Architectural Ceramics hopes you had an enjoyable Thanksgiving surrounded by family and friends. You’ll find golden nuggets like this and others by browsing one of our DC-metro area showrooms and speaking with our knowledgeable sales and design associates. This glazed porcelain is made to look like natural stone.

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Trends Design Natural Stone Turkey 178

Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

Porcelain slabs! Porcelain slabs had a slow start but now that the installation contractors are up to speed it’s taking off. Check out are Elevated Porcelain Slabs can be fabricated down to whatever size or shape you choose! The game “host” was David Shove-Brown of //3877 , a design firm located in Washington DC.

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New York Trends Design Tile 233

Architectural Ceramics

MAY 31, 2019

At Architectural Ceramics, we love the look of stretching a square niche into an elongated, linear one. The handmade, white-body ceramic tile uses a miter cut at the edges around the niche, so it can wrap seamlessly from the surface of the wall to the inside of the niche itself. Image Credit Image Credit. Rectangle is the new square.

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Marble DC Ceramics Mosaics 160

Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

At Architectural Ceramics, we love football almost as much as we love tile. With our headquarters and showrooms located in the DC-metro area, we’ve been known to cheer for the the Washington Redskins or the Baltimore Ravens. The large format porcelain tiles in the color White, come from our Silk Stone Collection.

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Baltimore Tile Natural Stone Porcelain 165

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 Porcelain North Dakota Backsplash 170

Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 11, 2019

Often we see a decorative fire-safe paneling on the back and sides of the firebox, and sometimes we see what looks like a regular ceramic tile. The product above is a fun chevron glass mosaic from our Devotion series, the pattern is Echo shown in the Million Dollar Blend. Check out Lane from our collection of porcelain tiles.

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Porcelain Mosaics Tile Grout 165

Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 31, 2017

Better yet, let’s look at a few fireplaces that feature Architectural Ceramics tile. Made to look like Italian travertine, this large format porcelain tile from our in-stock Monticello Collection , does double-duty as a stylish and durable fireplace option. Modern & Moody. Classy & Glassy.

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Tile Natural Stone DC Travertine 100

Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 16, 2017

We’ve been making a few lists of our own at Architectural Ceramics. Base molding: Just like wood molding is used at the bottom of a wall where it meets the floor, base molding can be made out of ceramic, marble or porcelain, and functions the same way. This type of trim is available in ceramic, marble and porcelain.

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Tile Marble Ceramics Porcelain 185

Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 26, 2018

If April showers bring May flowers, then Architectural Ceramic’s brings you a twist on the classic rhyme. Architectural Ceramics offers two brands, Laticrete and Schluter , that make shower systems part of their specialty. Architectural Ceramics stocks a few of their products, a popular seller for example, is their grout.

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Terracotta Denver Travertine Bath 173

Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

Check out our Maya stone mosaic. Get the same look of real wood with one of our waterproof wood-look porcelain tiles. Black matte porcelain may be your answer. Specifically, on the right – that’s PORCELAIN! Specifically, on the right – that’s PORCELAIN! Our answer – porcelain and ceramic tile!

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Porcelain Painted DC Ceramics 124

Architectural Ceramics

JULY 28, 2017

Here, Architectural Ceramics highlights three projects that showcase showers in a big way. Let’s kill two trendy birds with one stone: an accent wall in a chevron mosaic. Photo: AC’s Brocade Collection, featuring the Chevron Mosaic in thassos and cararra polished marble, photo via AC on Houzz. Going Geometric.

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Bath Stone Porcelain Mosaics 140

Architectural Ceramics

MAY 17, 2019

AC: Tell us a bit of background about yourself, how did you come into your current role with Architectural Ceramics? After my husband and I moved to the DC area in 2011, I found Architectural Ceramics. What’s your favorite part about working with Architectural Ceramics? AC: Favorite tile, check. R: THE PEOPLE!

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Training Ceramics DC Sales 169

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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Tile Porcelain North Dakota Backsplash 100

Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 31, 2018

With expert advice from Architectural Ceramic’s Customer Service team, you can be prepared throughout your tile purchase and renovation. Turn to the last page, and you’ll find most porcelains are rated for floor use, while some ceramic tiles are only suitable for wall use. Our CS team knows its ways around the block.

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Tile Natural Stone Porcelain Ceramics 165

Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 1, 2020

Check out this remodel and admire the artwork as well, and just imagine dipping into the bath while staring up at a natural-stone vaulted ceiling, finished with a mosaic of porcelain and stone. Visit one of our DC, MD, or VA tile showrooms for a free tile design consultation. Absolutely Stunning.

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Bath Natural Stone New York Stone 214

Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 30, 2017

See how Architectural Ceramics used Indonesian textiles to inspire one of our newest glass tile collections: Batik. Please note that while we try to keep quantities readily available, depending on demand, Architectural Ceramics may not have all colors and sizes in stock at all times. Both begin their life cycles as natural elements.

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Marble Ceramics Architecture Wisconsin 154

Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

JUNE 23, 2014

For the flooring , many kitchens have hardwood or porcelain tiles that resemble wood. Glass tiles are often used for backsplashes —mosaic is a popular pattern. While ceramic tiles were sometimes used for countertops in older kitchens, they can crack easily and aren’t recommended. Custom Kitchen Design in MD, DC & VA.

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Kitchen DC Tile Backsplash 49

Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

The calming bathroom above is a great example of how to use a decorative tile on the walls, complemented by a plank porcelain field tile on the floor. Your options include porcelain, stone, and terracotta tiles, just to name a few. We are loving this marble and brushed brass mosaic. Love the wall?

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Terracotta Oregon Portland Stone 100

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.

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Outdoor Terracotta Natural Stone Tile 157

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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Tile Natural Stone New York Miami 186

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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Tile Marble Mosaics DC 170

Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 30, 2017

Designer: Cheryll Bowie of CKB Design, Vendor: Architectural Ceramics, Inc., Keeping the look traditional in this DC-area home meant weaving together various shades of warm and cool-toned marbles. The natural stone tile selections, made with Architectural Ceramics, showcases a wide range in color and veining variation.

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Natural Stone Marble Mosaics Ceramics 180

Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 24, 2018

So, until Architectural Ceramics gets an invite to visit his home, let’s check out our own client spaces that strike a cord with harmonious designs. AC’s brushed limestone Vestige Zebrano floor tile, semi-polished Wave limestone wall tile, and porcelain wood-plank wall tile. Harmony By Way of Feng Shui.

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Tile Quarry Marble Natural Stone 167

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 15, 2012

All domestically produced Florida Tile porcelain products have been certified to contain at least 40% recycled content, thus setting a new standard in an industry eager for valid environmental initiatives. Florida Tile Sets Recycled Content Bar. How did Florida Tile do it? ” www.laticrete.com.

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Florida Tile Porcelain Mosaics 100