Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 25, 2019

Ceramic floor tile first started to appear in medieval England in the thirteenth century. The time and labor to create the product and the travel expense to get it from point A to B was out of reach, except for the wealthy and the church. What we refer to as “encaustic” was called “inlaid tile” during the medieval period.

Flooring 176

Flooring Tile United Kingdom Stone 176

Diary of a Tile Addict

APRIL 26, 2019

The Hard Surfaces & Natural Stone Show is fast approaching. Barriers between natural stone and ceramics in the tile sector have long since broken down. Using a new production process, these slabs provide the same high-quality Neolith is known for, but now in a more eco-friendly way.

Stone 55

Stone Natural Stone New York Porcelain 55

Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 10, 2015

The use of a Gray colored Thinset can result in discoloration of the stone or the appearance of oily stains on the face of the stone. It would be prudent to recommend the use of White Thinset for all natural stone installations, but that may not prevent yellowing from occurring completely.

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Marble Portland Cement Natural Stone 100

CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 14, 2015

Looking for online tools to help you choose the right tile installation products? We list products by their ANSI designation so they can be matched to the exact needs of each project. The CUSTOM website offers resources that make selecting a quality tile installation system fast and easy.

Tools 40

Tools North America Tile Grout 40

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MARCH 13, 2013

Specifying Ceramic Tile, Glass Tile, Stone and Terrazzo for Slip Resistant Surfaces…. Back then most ceramic tiles were not offered with a textured surface. It became a big selling point, and new tile products were developed with a textured finish. Manufacturers produced some products that would at least meet the 0.60

Research 100

Research Standards Natural Stone Study 100

Fabric and Tile Masters

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

Cleaning and detailing ceramic and porcelain floors and walls. Refinishing natural stone surfaces including marble and granite. This can cause the tiles (especially natural stone) to develop what is known as spalling. This is especially important when removing grout from a natural stone tile.

Jacksonville 40

Jacksonville Grout Natural Stone Florida 40

CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 14, 2015

Looking for online tools to help you write the 09 30 00 tile spec for a warranted installation of tile products? We list products by their ANSI designation so they can be specified to fit the exact needs of each project. We list products by their ANSI designation so they can be specified to fit the exact needs of each project.

Tools 40

Tools System North America Tile 40

CUSTOM Insights Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

While it’s impossible to completely avoid cracks in the event of significant structural movement, they can be controlled by applying products that mitigate the effects of movement and other stressful factors. For further information, refer to CUSTOM’s Technical White Paper on utilizing uncoupling membranes for tile installations.

Sealants 40

Sealants Tile Natural Stone Stone 40

The London Tile Co.

MAY 11, 2015

Sometimes referred to as a ‘shower room’, a wet room is a fully waterproofed, and usually tiled, bathroom with a walk in or level access shower. Ceramic, porcelain and natural stone tiles can all be used, but be aware that some of these tiles will require sealing and more regular maintenance than others.

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Wet Room Bath Adhesive Tile 100

Floor Covering News

JUNE 27, 2022

So many factors are driving these relocations, aptly referred to as “The Great Migration’ (see page 50). And freight expenses once product reached these shores were through the roof. Back then it was about products like resilient tile and VCT. In 2021, the average selling price of all flooring was $1.33.

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Industry Flooring Sales Research 98

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.

Tile 170

Tile Marble Mosaics DC 170

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. Like any marble, our Vestige collection features a range of color variation to be expected from a natural stone. Harmony By Way of Feng Shui.

Tile 167

Tile Quarry Marble Natural Stone 167