Architectural Ceramics

MAY 3, 2019

Mexico is a country whose customs are rich in tradition, be it celebrating a day in history like Cinco de Mayo with an elaborate festival, or hand-crafting Saltillo tile almost the same way today as was done at its conception decades ago. Americans often mistake Cinco de Mayo for Mexico’s Independence Day.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 4, 2017

You can’t think of Mexican tile without picturing colorful, hand-painted designs. Deep, rich colors are then painted over the white. Authentic Talavera pottery and tile reign from Puebla, Mexico. To achieve a traditional Mexican look, consider using boldly colored tile in a large or small scale.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 25, 2017

clean, off-white color. Please note that while we try to keep quantities readily available, depending on demand, Architectural Ceramics may not have all colors and sizes in stock at all times. The strength and density of porcelain results in a higher PSI level, making it suitable for floor applications and commercial spaces.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 7, 2015

Hand-crafted from natural clay deposits, authentic Saltillo tile can only come from one place in the world - Saltillo, in the state of Coahuila in Mexico. According to the John Bridge Forum : "Saltillo tile floors must be sealed with a penetrating tile sealer, and usually a top finish is applied to act as a sort of glaze.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 28, 2015

To recap, hand-crafted from natural clay deposits, authentic Saltillo tile can only come from one place in the world - Saltillo, in the state of Coahuila in Mexico. To recap, Saltillo tiles: Vary in color and shape. Colors range from reds, oranges and yellows. Couples perfectly with hand-painted decorative ceramic tiles.

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Kitchens for Living

MAY 11, 2015

What is encaustic painting? Encaustic painting involves beeswax, resin and pigments in varying combinations. One of my paintings, SurfAcing, 2014 12″X12″ Encaustic mixed media on wood boards. Encaustic painting predates oil painting and was used to create portraits on mummy casings dating back to 100BC in Egypt.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 8, 2015

Ceiling Mural for Outstanding Homes You might remember the astounding painted ceiling of this luxurious loft — it revives an artistic interest while exposing its owners to a Miro-style mural in Venetian plaster created by Madrid-based artist Ramon Canet. Vivid colors delightfully mixed with grey walls and great lighting could do the trick.

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