Architectural Ceramics

MAY 29, 2019

When designing for a tile project, there are more factors than just color and style to keep in mind. Should you choose stone, ceramic, glass or something else? Natural stone is harvested from quarries and then cut to various sizes. Natural stone is harvested from quarries and then cut to various sizes.

Terracotta 113

Terracotta Quarry Design Cement 113

Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Part of Edinburgh’s beauty is due to the sandstone buildings, a large portion taken from the local Craigleith Quarry. In the 15 th century, the Parliament of James I (as in King James Bible and Elizabeth’s nephew) introduced laws to primarily build in stone , alleviating the city of rampant fires from wood construction. Looking Up.

Quarry 185

Quarry Painted Stone Decorative 185

Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 17, 2018

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. Shown above, the penny round mosaic in the Petrolio color is on trend with its dark green-blue hue. Nickel & Dimed.

Natural Stone 157

Natural Stone Tile Porcelain Marble 157

Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 10, 2018

We just hope to see you later in one of our DC-metro area showrooms. European countries that are lesser known but also offer slate quarries are Belgium, Germany, Italy and Wales. No matter what country, slate’s color will vary depending on where it is from. Brazilian Multi-color Slate. Slate’s Natural Element.

Germany 140

Germany Brazil Bath Natural Stone 140

Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 24, 2018

The color red, for example, can represent Fire. The dark brown color not only reminds us of rich soil from the ground, but it brings stability and balance to the design by grounding the space. Like sunlight dancing off the ocean’s surface, the tile’s watery effect and light green color promote serenity in the space.

Tile 167

Tile Quarry Marble Natural Stone 167