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Celebrating Distinctions in Mexican History and Tile

Architectural Ceramics

Cinco de Mayo or the 5th of May is a holiday that celebrates Mexico’s unlikely military victory over France at the Battle of Puebla in 1862 during the Franco-Mexican War. An example of terra cotta tile color range, from yellow and orange, to amber and red. A country known for it’s production of terra cotta tile, is Mexico.

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Back to Basics: AC’s Ceramic Tile Collections

Architectural Ceramics

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. 4 colors ranging from white to dark grey. Today, the country is also known for its modern production. glossy finish. ″ x 9.5″

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All About the Craftsmanship of Cement Tiles

Granada Tile

Cement tiles aren’t a new invention; their development can actually be traced back to 19 th century France. All of the cement tiles made by Granada Tile are handmade by our talented craftspeople using a technique developed in France in the late 1870s. Each tile has a color layer 1/8” thick to keep them looking good for many years.

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ASCER Announces the Six Members of the 2021 Tile of Spain Awards Jury

Tile of Spain USA

The most notable is the Paseo de Poniente in Benidorm, where the use of circular ceramics and the use of color earned him the first prize in the architecture category in 2009. For even more projects, products and news from Tile of Spain be sure to follow us on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter & Pinterest.

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10 Hot Summer Destinations & Tile Inspirations

Architectural Ceramics

Barcelona, Spain is a city of contrast, where white sandy beaches meet the colorful tile work of Park Güell, and organic architecture like Gaudí’s Casa Milá or Sagrada Familia stand proudly above gridded city streets. AC’s Boho Collection , in the Tear shape and Emerald color, image via Architectural Ceramics. Rome, Italy.

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Mirage introduces Sanibel to DreamVille color lineup

Floor Covering News

Saint-Georges, Canada—Mirage, a leading hardwood flooring brand, has added a new go-to color ideal for any décor this year: Sanibel. Senibel is the latest addition to the DreamVille collection, introduced by Mirage in 2021 to provide consumers with a palette of color variations and brushed textured finishes for a truly distinctive look.

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Where You Find Granada Cement Tiles You’ll Find Great Coffee

Granada Tile

Like the coffee served at these shops, our tiles are handmade and artisanal, crafted using a process developed in France in the 1870s and refined by our founder Marcos Cajina. What makes our cement tiles and great coffee such a winning combination?

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