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Our Tour of the Colorado Stone Quarries

As The Tile Turns

Inspiration is all around us in the beautiful state of Colorado. At Decorative Materials, we are committed to finding the state's most impressive design elements at work. Recently, we had the opportunity to check out a famed quarry in Marble, Colorado.

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Locally Sourced Tile and Stone: Colorado’s Hidden Treasures

As The Tile Turns

Colorado boasts an abundance of talent and passion, not to mention raw materials. All this provides a wealth of opportunities for our team at Decorative Materials. Keep reading for takeaways from these wonderful experiences – and to learn more about the role Colorado materials play in producing stunning and sustainable tiles.

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Porcelain Tile vs. Ceramic Tile

Tile Talk

Porcelain and ceramic tiles are very similar, especially when compared to cement tiles, quarry tile, glass tiles or stone. Some ceramic tiles, like these decorative Malibu tiles on the stair risers, are rated for freeze/thaw cycles. We''ve used these tiles for projects in Colorado cabins at 7,000 ft. I want the best tile!"

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