JG Kitchens

MARCH 27, 2018

I’ve had the pleasure of visiting the major Spanish tile show, Cevisama , in a hosted press tour, in 2012, and seeing Tile of Spain ‘s exhibits at Coverings at several shows. The complimentary colors of choice have shifted from the oceanic blues, teals and turquoise that were solidly in place for the past 2 years.

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JG Kitchens

MARCH 27, 2018

I’ve had the pleasure of visiting the major Spanish tile show, Cevisama , in a hosted press tour, in 2012, and seeing Tile of Spain ‘s exhibits at Coverings at several shows. The complimentary colors of choice have shifted from the oceanic blues, teals and turquoise that were solidly in place for the past 2 years.

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Spain North America Trends Tile 100

Tile Talk

JUNE 17, 2014

Porcelain Tiles from Spain and the World Cup. Our friends at Tile of Spain were kind enough to share some amazing tile facts about the Spanish tiles that were used for this project. Photo courtesy of Tile of Spain. Photo courtesy of Tile of Spain. floor tile. hand painted tile. Tuesday, June 17, 2014.

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Spain Porcelain Brazil Tile 129

Architectural Ceramics

MAY 3, 2019

On September 16, 1810, Mexico revolted against Spain, by making their first cry for independence. An example of terra cotta tile color range, from yellow and orange, to amber and red. The color of the clay as it comes from the earth (and thus the tile), will vary depending on where it is from, like Spain, France, Italy, etc.

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Mexico Tile Terracotta France 172

Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

Creative floor tiling. Its a bit of a story to this tile project as this section of the floor has been concrete for a few years. Well this year we decided we would tackle this floor when we returned but there were complications that worked out for the best. The blue around the floor really catches your eye.

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Tile Flooring Bahamas Cement 246

Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 30, 2020

The tile we felt added to the industrial-Italian vibe Diesel Ribbed Oxide with its texture and color, it could be used on an accent wall to add even more dimension to the space. The Spanish Diner at Mercado Little Spain is bright and fun, “evoking the bustling eateries in Barcelona and Madrid”.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 20, 2012

Great Floor Designs with Rustic Cement Tile Pavers. These pavers have the rich look of classic clay bisque tiles that have been used in Spain, the Mediterranean, and northern Africa for centuries. Here are two great examples of the hand-painted Malibu ceramic tiles we offer: Malibu Catalina and Malibu Zeteca. Like what you see?

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Cement Tile Flooring Design 157

Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

Project Pick: Hand-Painted Spanish Ceramic Tile Risers Aventes Spanish Tiles are beautifully hand-painted in a variety of colors and patterns on ceramic bisque using time-honored techniques. The Majolica technique utilizes an opaque white tin-based glaze that is ideal for vibrant, colorful patterns and designs for ceramics.

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Tile Painted United Kingdom Ceramics 145

Tile Talk

AUGUST 7, 2012

The Agora (LÀgora) building within the City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia, Spain, is part of a larger complex of facilities designed by Spanish architects Santiago Calatrava and Félix Candela. During the most recent edition of the annual show, attendees were treated to mind-bending shapes, sizes, lengths, color palettes and textures.

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Tile Spain Cement Palau 180

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

MAY 21, 2013

Tile of Spains exhibit at Coverings 2013. Image courtesy of Tile of Spain. Ceramic tile use throughout Spain is prolific. At Coverings 2013 , held recently in Atlanta, the Tile of Spain marked its 26th year in exhibiting Spanish innovation at the annual tile and stone show. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. www.apavisa.com.

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Tile Spain Las Vegas Design 125

Floor Covering News

JANUARY 8, 2024

It’s what flooring retailers rely on every year to chart their course for the next 12 months—the catalyst being solution-oriented products that resonate with end users while boosting retailers’ bottom lines. As such, Floor Covering News once again delivers The Great Reveal in our first issue of January. T he winter markets.

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Grout System Products Europe 59

Tile Talk

MAY 7, 2013

Coverings 2013 Floors Attendees with New Tile, Stone Designs. Texture was definitely a trend this year, as was the vast selection of attention-grabbing vibrant colors, or the subtle statement of shapely white tiles. Here’s just a sampling of what was available on the show floor. floor tile. hand painted tile.

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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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Granada Tile

OCTOBER 15, 2013

This time, though, color, in addition to pattern, takes center stage. It’s a great, complex pattern that’s reminiscent of classic mosaic tile designs found in Spain and North Africa—with a palette of vivid shades to match. In the space, the concrete tiles provide a vivid splash of color that welcomes guests.

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Seattle Africa Cement Spain 159

Tile Talk

MAY 14, 2013

Similar in their hand-crafted workmanship to our line of Arabesque Spanish Cement Tile , our Clay Arabesque Ceramic Tile collection pays homage to its Moorish and Spanish tile roots with deep, rich colors and intriguing geometric shapes. for walls or floors, indoors or outdoors. for walls or floors, indoors or outdoors.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

FEBRUARY 27, 2012

Whats that color? This is immensely gratifying and most of these e-mails are questions about a photo or a request for advice about flooring, appliances, counter materials or cabinet brands. However one question Ill never answer definitively is "Whats that color?". Photos on the internet are good for general families of color.

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Colors Kitchen Design Painted 68

Tile Talk

OCTOBER 23, 2012

This past week I attended an event in Boston that was hosted by Tile of Spain which showed the advances that have been made in ceramic tile. Ryan Fasan - Tile and Stone specialist and Tile of Spain consultant speaking about the advances in the ceramic tile industry. Looking for color? floor tile. hand painted tile.

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Ceramics Tile Spain Cement 194

Tile Talk

MAY 6, 2014

Those of you who follow our blog know that Im a big proponent both of color and pattern in design. The tiles break from tradition using a larger 12-inch format, and are available in four pleasing but limited colors of patchwork natural, grey natural, black natural and blue natural. floor tile. hand painted tile.

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Tile Los Angeles Las Vegas Cement 158

Floor Covering News

MARCH 16, 2023

laminate flooring category has been well documented. This phenomenon forced specialty retailers and distributors to fill the void with domestically produced laminate flooring. This phenomenon forced specialty retailers and distributors to fill the void with domestically produced laminate flooring. T he resurgence of the U.S.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

Countries with colorful histories have always provided a deep-rooted fascination to outsiders because of their culture, traditions, food, and most importantly, the art produced within the country. When the Moors conquered Spain in 711 A.D., floor tile. hand painted tile. Tuesday, September 4, 2012. at 6:00 AM. Newer Post.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 10, 2014

Brightly colored tiles are grouped beneath a Moorish arch. create a colorful tribute to Spanish Revival architecture. Optimism expressed in the colors of the tile and the details of every structure; details that you rarely find today. A cohesive color palette of blues in the stair riser and planter box tiles. floor tile.

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Granada Tile

JANUARY 28, 2014

Don’t get us wrong—we love the backsplashes and floor tile installations that we see—but we go gaga when we see unusual cement tile installations. Of course, given its deep Spanish roots, it’s no wonder Granada Tile is in the mix, since cement tiles were especially popular in both Spain and France in the 19th century.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 3, 2014

Along with washing the outdoor furniture, cleaning the grill for upcoming BBQs, and testing outdoor equipment, you shouldnt forget to refresh and update the look of your swimming pool with richly colored, hand-painted porcelain tiles. floor tile. hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt.

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Porcelain Tile Los Angeles Outdoor 120

Tile Talk

APRIL 16, 2013

Heres just a sampling of what I have on my not-to-be-missed agenda for this year’s event: Tile of Spain Pavilion: More than 40 ceramic and stone manufacturers from Spain will showcase some of their most advanced ceramic tile technology and breathtaking design choices. They come with an exhaustive color palette, too.

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Tile of Spain USA

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Spain is a regular participant at the show and this year was no exception with 69 Spanish companies presenting their latest ceramic offerings during the weeklong fair. Glossed Over: Like an artist’s signature at the bottom of a painting, or a chef’s gently placed garnish, finishes matter. Les Bijoux, ARCANA. Toscana, CERÁMICA SALONI.

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Tile Talk

MAY 28, 2013

Handmade cement tiles are an easy-to-maintain product that not only offer deep colors and a rich history, but most importantly, they offer long-lasting beauty and extensive design possibilities for floors and walls. Cement tiles are used all over the world in countries such as Cuba, France, Spain, Portugal and more.

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Tile Talk

JULY 2, 2013

We have just the right solution for you - ceramic and cement tiles in a multitude of colors, shapes, and motifs. We offer everything from vibrant Cuban tile patterns in contrasting colors, or soothing classic cement patterns in harmonizing colors. Our handmade cement tiles offer a range of design possibilities. Featured Tile.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 19, 2013

The geometrically inclined Arabesque pattern, part of Avente Tile ’s extensive cement tile collection, pays homage to the rich look of classic clay bisque tiles that have been used throughout Spain, the Mediterranean, and northern Africa for centuries. Arabesque Spanish Cement Tiles are available in 30 colors and two blends.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 24, 2014

The courtyard focuses on a babbling fountain designed in exquisitely crafted, boldly colored tile and a seating area surfaced in clay pavers where friends and family congregate over a bottle of wine and plate of cheese and fruit. Texture and color are important elements, as well as the notion of secluding oneself from the rest of the world.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 13, 2023

Coverings’ three primary pavilions and sponsors of the show, Ceramics of Italy, Tile Council of North America (TCNA) and Tile of Spain, will feature a robust showcase of the newest and most innovative tile, stone and installation products. is produced in 8” x 8” porcelain tiles that are suitable for walls and floors with anti-slip properties.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

JULY 13, 2012

Kohler Colors with Jonathan Adler. Kohlers rolling out four, new and vibrant colors with the help of Jonathan Adler. Say what you will about Adler, but I give him all kinds of credit for bringing vibrant color to six, select kitchen and bath sinks from Kohlers existing collections. color scheme. (47). flooring. (30).

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Colors Kitchen Design Bath 72

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 22, 2016

The Bar Virgen Del Carmen in Santa Pola, Spain, dates all the way back to 1860. The external walls were covered by layers of mortar and different colors of paint. Each layer of paint and mortar had to be carefully excavated, removing years from the building until the original masonry was visible.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 13, 2012

Rustic Cement Tile Pavers Come in a Variety of Colors & Sizes. They have the rich look of classic clay bisque tiles that have been used in Spain, the Mediterranean, and northern Africa for centuries. It can be used on wall and floor applications for both indoor and outdoor applications.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 11, 2012

The geometrically inclined Arabesque pattern, part of our cement tile collection, pays homage the rich look of classic clay bisque tiles that have been used in Spain, the Mediterranean, and northern Africa for centuries. Finally, unlike their bisque counterparts, Arabesque features a Paver Color Palette that includes 30 colors and two blends.

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Cement Tile Los Angeles Kitchen 161

Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 20, 2015

It has a translucent quality in eight colors. The color ways of their field tiles are a break from the norm. I never understood manufacturers thinking how we were going to build out a bathroom with one tile and if we’re lucky they have a 2×2 for the shower floor. Here’s a painted look from Provenza called Patchwork.

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Trends Tile Porcelain Italy 100

Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 20, 2015

It has a translucent quality in eight colors. The color ways of their field tiles are a break from the norm. I never understood manufacturers thinking how we were going to build out a bathroom with one tile and if we’re lucky they have a 2×2 for the shower floor. Here’s a painted look from Provenza called Patchwork.

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Trends Tile Porcelain Italy 100