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How To Choose Your Tile Material

The London Tile Co.

Durable – historic tiles from Egypt and China have shown us that ceramic is long lasting. Tiles made from porcelain will often have rectified edges, allowing for thinner grout joints. Ceramic is a combination of clay, sand and water, moulded into shape and then baked in a kiln. Benefits of Ceramic Tiles. Great for everyday use.

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How to Modernize Your Outdated Kitchen

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

In recent years, ceramic tile that mimics the look of hardwood has become popular, as well as travertine and slate. While outdated kitchens may have the inconvenient tile-and-grout or cheap vinyl for workspace, the variety of countertop surfaces options out there today are endless. Image: Kristina Crestin Design 3.

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Decorator On Demand: Change the Face of Your Fireplace, Part 2

Decorator on Demand

This tile is great, it adds really nice texture without seeing any grout joints. On this fireplace, we did a Contours tile from Diamond Tech with a travertine slab on top of the hearth. The slab was a little more money, but worth it to my clients who dont like grout lines. Family Room: After). Office: Before). Office: After).