Tile Talk

JUNE 11, 2013

Affordable Luxury with Hand-Painted Field Tiles. Enjoy Long-Lasting, Affordable Luxury with Hand-Painted Ceramic Tiles. Of course, you can pair field tile with decorative ceramic tile to create a spectacular custom design. The wonderful translucent colors are hand-painted onto softly domed "pillow-like" tiles.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 10, 2013

Portuguese Ceramic Tile: Architectural History and Preservation Through the Ages. Ceramic tile façade in Portugal. Aside from all these wonderful things are the ceramic tiles of the country. Portuguese ceramic tile serves as a beautiful, functional and architectural element on structures and homes. Image by Viktor Keech.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 6, 2013

Fresh-Picked Gourmet Garden Ceramic Tiles. Fresh-Picked Gourmet Garden Ceramic Tiles. You can keep the memories and feelings of summer alive throughout the year with our ceramic Gourmet Garden Ceramic Tiles and Fruit, Floral and Vegetable Garden Murals. Fruit Basket Hand Painted Tile Mural. Tuesday, August 6, 2013.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 23, 2012

Innovation, possibilities and technology in ceramic tile. This past week I attended an event in Boston that was hosted by Tile of Spain which showed the advances that have been made in ceramic tile. Now just by looking at the photo above, can you tell if this is ceramic tile or real wood? Tuesday, October 23, 2012. Thats value!

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Tile Talk

JUNE 4, 2013

The Buyers Guide to Ceramic Tiles. Ceramic tiles are materials that can add glamor and value to any part of your home. If you are considering this flooring option, this article provides valuable tips and important considerations on ceramic tiles. The Buyers Guide to Ceramic Tiles 1. The Buyers Guide to Ceramic Tiles 1.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 15, 2013

2012s Top 12 Cement & Ceramic Tiles. Portuguese Ruan - 6" x 6" Ceramic Tile. Nevertheless, our timeless ceramic tile patterns are not to be outdone! Top 10 Hand Painted Tiles of 2010. Do you have a favorite cement tile or hand painted ceramic tile? ceramic tile. hand painted tile. ceramic tile.

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Granada Tile

MARCH 24, 2017

The most popular type of tile used in kitchens is the ceramic tile for its sleek, easy to clean surface and durability. Unlike ceramic tiles, cement tiles are made with a hard-wearing mixture of cement, sand, pigment, and powdered minerals that is poured into molds and set with 2,000 pounds of hydraulic pressure. Give us a call today!

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 9, 2015

So, how do we make sure we select the right grout? . These 2 installs below both use the same ceramic 3×6 Basics Snow White Glossy tile , one is installed with a contrasting dark grout and one is installed with matching grout. You can see that the exact same tile can have 2 completely different looks.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 9, 2015

So, how do we make sure we select the right grout? . These 2 installs below both use the same ceramic 3×6 Basics Snow White Glossy tile , one is installed with a contrasting dark grout and one is installed with matching grout. You can see that the exact same tile can have 2 completely different looks.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

HOW-TO CREATE THE LOOK! HOW-TO CREATE THE LOOK! To give a similar look, we selected one of our decorative hand-painted tiles, coming soon , designed by the lovely Lauren Liess. HOW-TO CREATE THE LOOK! HOW-TO CREATE THE LOOK! Want to have something easier to clean than paint? HOW-TO CREATE THE LOOK!

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 29, 2012

Ceramic Tiles Creative Nature. And now, onto the topic of ceramic tile and nature! Ceramic tile has been a part of building history for centuries. According to the American Ceramic Society, the first discovered instance of ceramic figurines used for ceremonial purposes occurred in 24,000 B.C. 29 through Nov.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 18, 2019

Learn more about how the PANTONE Color of the Year is selected, this year’s color: Living Coral, and how to incorporate it into your designed interior space (which we hope includes tile from Architectural Ceramics, of course). The cement tile base is hand-painted in a delicate shade of pink.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 30, 2013

How to Create a Stunning Mosaic Tile Wall Feature. ceramic tile. hand painted tile. ceramic tile. hand painted tile. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Tuesday, April 30, 2013.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Create a Sustainable Design: You can style your kitchen that does not require the usage of so many resources, and on top of that, sealing it with paint can produce toxins in the environment. Non-Stick Cookware: Non-stick pans are good for your health as they use a ceramic coating. Use eco-friendly paint that does not contain VOCs.

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The Perfect Bath

MAY 14, 2014

I certainly do not know how to install tile. I look for tight grout joints, carefully calculated and pre-planned cuts so there are no unsightly shapes in the grid and finally, in the case of ceramic tile, the use of correct trimmers. Ceramic tile is a great material for both the bath and kitchen.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 26, 2019

At Architectural Ceramics, we often collaborate with local architects and interior designers to craft well-designed and personalized spaces. Let’s break the project down, one element at a time, to see how you too can brighten up your kitchen for Spring. Backsplash Tile. 1Bright and bold, the backsplash tile grabs your attention.

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Ceramic tiles have colors that are dyed or painted on top. Learn why our cement tiles excel over ceramic in this in-depth guide. In 2001, Marcos Cajina , built a hydraulic press in his LA basement and learned how to replicate tiles he’d seen in other design projects. The Color Will Never Fade. Tile featured: Cluny.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

Project Pick: Hand-Painted Spanish Ceramic Tile Risers Aventes Spanish Tiles are beautifully hand-painted in a variety of colors and patterns on ceramic bisque using time-honored techniques. Within our hand-painted Spanish ceramic tile collection, you.ll Visit our Ceramic Tile Design Ideas section.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 11, 2015

Avente's Tile Talk blog is dedicated to the use, design and understanding of hand-painted ceramic tile and cement tile. The blog's purpose has been to provide a deeper understanding and appreciation about hand-painted ceramic tiles and cement tiles. Of course, if you happen to miss, don't worry!

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 21, 2016

However, I did refinish the tub and paint the outside the same color as the vanity. You’ll notice the paint is gorgeous, and yes, my clothes are all stained now. The wall paint is Benjamin Moore China White, the tub is Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter, and the trim is Benjamin Moore Simply White- and it’s simply fantastic.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 2, 2014

Read more about How to Create a Cement Tile Rug Design. Our hand-painted, glazed ceramic Valencia Spanish tile makes a great kitchen listello or backsplash. Our Spanish Valencia 6"x6" Ceramic Tile is part of our extensive Spanish Ceramic tile collection. It''s also stunning when used for decorative stair risers.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

Painting in natural colours also allows you to have an array of kitchen accessories out on surfaces without them clashing. You can also spruce up your flooring with some paint if you have engineered wood flooring. Mismatched chairs can also be really effective; you could paint them in different pastel shades to lighten things up.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 19, 2016

In recent years, ceramic tile that mimics the look of hardwood has become popular, as well as travertine and slate. Paint your existing cabinetry New cabinets not in the cards for you? Painting and staining your kitchen’s existing cabinetry is a great option for homeowners on a budget. Image: Kristina Crestin Design 3.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Heck, at Architectural Ceramics, we wrote a blog about it featuring our large-format tile. For those of you looking to maximize every inch in your home, check out our tips on how to think big with tile in small bathrooms. The back-painted glass tile uses a powder technique to achieve the hand-printed effect. Focus on a Feature.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 6, 2012

The significance of Turkish ceramic tiles occupies a prominent place in the history of Islamic art. Siren on a star-shaped tile, underglaze painting, Kubadabad Palace, c. Turkish Ceramic Tile Develops. By the late 15th and early 16th centuries, a new period in Ottoman tile and ceramic-making had emerged in Iznik.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 8, 2017

The Avente Tile blog is dedicated to the use, design and understanding of hand-painted ceramic tile and encaustic cement tile. The blog's purpose has been to provide a deeper understanding and appreciation about hand-painted ceramic tiles and cement tiles. Of course, if you happen to miss, don't worry!

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Tile Talk

APRIL 8, 2014

To get you started on your Spring cleaning and freshening up of spaces, here are several handmade cement tile and hand-painted ceramic tiles that evoke the feelings of this season year-round. Barcelona Yellow Hand-Painted Ceramic Tile. Portuguese Braganza Hand-Painted Ceramic Tile. ceramic tile.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 24, 2015

This is also the time to do a little soul-searching about how much maintenance you’re willing to do on your flooring. If you want the quickest, most inexpensive surface, simply paint your concrete floor. If so, ceramic tile may be the way to go. Perhaps you want basement flooring that could outlast your house.

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Tile Talk

MAY 14, 2013

New Clay Arabesque Ceramic Tiles Offer Classic Spanish Touch. Similar in their hand-crafted workmanship to our line of Arabesque Spanish Cement Tile , our Clay Arabesque Ceramic Tile collection pays homage to its Moorish and Spanish tile roots with deep, rich colors and intriguing geometric shapes. Tuesday, May 14, 2013.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 12, 2013

Since its inception in 2003, Avente Tiles online tile showroom has sold hand-painted ceramic tile, handmade cement tile, and artisan tiles through various channels of the internet, including our website , this blog, Facebook , Twitter , Houzz , guest posts, and most importantly, word of mouth and repeat business. ceramic tile.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us here at Architectural Ceramics! How to Style the Perfect Guest Bedroom , the Spruce. How to Create the Perfect Guest Bedroom , Swoon Worthy. Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. From our family to yours, we’re wishing you well this holiday season. The Guide To Having a Great Guest Bedroom.

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Tile Talk

JULY 23, 2013

Everywhere you go within this elegant city, you’ll notice hand-painted terracotta and ceramic tiles gracing every niche, fountain, building façade, restaurant, and more. Handmade or hand-painted tile can be found in every part of Santa Barbara, CA. A closer look at Susan Dunbars beautiful hand-painted tile craftsmanship.

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Tile Talk

MAY 13, 2014

To get you started on your Spring cleaning and freshening up of spaces, here are several handmade cement tile and hand-painted ceramic tiles that evoke the feelings of this season year-round. Let us know how we at Avente Tile can assist you! ceramic tile. hand painted tile. ceramic tile. hand painted tile.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 5, 2013

Together with Arabesque Spanish floor tiles, our hand-painted La Merced ceramic tiles (from our Barcelona collection) reveal a warm and friendly surrounding. Let us know how we at Avente Tile can assist you! ceramic tile. hand painted tile. ceramic tile. hand painted tile. Tuesday, November 5, 2013.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 11, 2014

Make your fireplace the focal point of the room with hand-painted ceramic or cement tiles. To avoid cuts and cement tile trim, the cement tile is paired with a plain ceramic tile that compliments the design and helps to simplify the installation. ceramic tile. hand painted tile. backsplash designs. bathroom design.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

How to tile a shower in 48 seconds! Labels: ceramic tile , glass tile , Grout , installation , thin set. ceramic tile. hand painted tile. ceramic tile. hand painted tile. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. Posted by Todd Vendituoli.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 9, 2013

Imagine my delight when Tom Auer, owner of landscape design and construction firm, The Ground Crafter , contacted me the first of the year about using some of our Leaf Imprint Ceramic Tile for an upcoming trade show exhibit they would be attending. Spring Vine Hand Painted Ceramic Tile. ceramic tile. hand painted tile.

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