Tile Talk

APRIL 28, 2015

To recap, Saltillo tiles: Vary in color and shape. Colors range from reds, oranges and yellows. Couples perfectly with hand-painted decorative ceramic tiles. Saltillo tile walkway features hand-painted ceramic tiles on the risers. Color variations. True "through body" color. Variety of formats, textures.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 30, 2012

Climbing Out with Color, Texture and Time in Tile. Climb Out with Color Im a big fan of color and pattern in design. I’ve seen more colorful tile at trade shows than ever before and the trend is coming to showrooms. I’ve also sent out an amazing array of colorful tile. Tuesday, October 30, 2012.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 21, 2016

However, I did refinish the tub and paint the outside the same color as the vanity. In addition, because the bathroom doesn’t have windows for added natural light, I selected light neutral colors to brighten it up. You’ll notice the paint is gorgeous, and yes, my clothes are all stained now. The measure it again.

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How to Floor Tile

MAY 30, 2019

But there are other things to consider, tile like many substances need some kind of trim generally, be it tile, marble or metal that comes in many colors. If all else fails take a piece of tile to a paint store and have them match it even if it is a multi color and just paint the edges with a China brush.

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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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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JULY 23, 2018

You’ve painstakingly picked out your paint color and chosen the perfect bathroom tile. Perhaps you made a last-minute choice to opt for the jetted tub instead of the standard shower. The post 11 Sneaky New Build Budget Busters (and How to Avoid Them) appeared first on Freshome.com. Builder upgrades.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 8, 2014

Gone are the days of solely mixing bold colors and patterns only to walk away with a headache rather than inspiration! Such was the case with one of our clients who created a very different effect with the Mission Ring Cement Tile pattern on their kitchens backsplash by using the same color in almost all of the cement tile mold segments.

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Tile Talk

MAY 13, 2014

This new collection, created by artists Guillermo Gomez Lama and Tania Marmolejo, boasts eight different designs, each presented with three color options. Its amazing how a burst of color can enhance someones day or living space. What better color is there than yellow to brighten up an area that lacks something.

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Realstone

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Natural Stone Fireplace Inspiration : Explore how natural stone can bring a unique, timeless charm to any living space. Stone Fireplace Decorating Ideas : Learn how to enhance your stone fireplace with decorative elements for a cohesive look. Always follow local building codes and standards.

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Realstone

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Natural Stone Fireplace Inspiration : Explore how natural stone can bring a unique, timeless charm to any living space. Stone Fireplace Decorating Ideas : Learn how to enhance your stone fireplace with decorative elements for a cohesive look. Always follow local building codes and standards.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 3, 2013

According to the curators of the Palácio Nacional de Sintra (National Palace of Sintra) in Portugal, the use of azulejos (a form of Portuguese or Spanish painted, tin-glazed, ceramic tile) in decoration is unique when compared with other countries by the way it adapts to architecture on a monumental scale. Featured Tile. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Be it a fresh coat of paint, updated flooring, dramatic lighting, and so on, the need for a soothing environment trumps even the most prudent of budgets. Tile offers flexibility to the architect and designer like no other material with its expansive color palette, sustainable properties, and timeless patterns and designs. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 9, 2013

Our leaf tiles are hand-colored and offer a subtle way to enhance your kitchen or bathroom with a decorative touch. Avente Tile works closely with its tile artisans and we can often beat the standard delivery time, or find ways to improve delivery with expedited freight or shipping. Spring Vine Hand Painted Ceramic Tile.

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Granada Tile

MARCH 27, 2017

Cement tiles are the latest must-haves in home and commercial décor and are influencing a design shift that embraces color and pattern versus solid neutrals (think plain subway tile). That’s why we’ve put together this handy buying guide that walks you through how to find, design and purchase the best possible cement tile.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

First, there are no industry standards and this results in numerous colloquial terms used to identify the same type of finished edge. If you are working with ceramic tile, you might want to read an earlier post that I devoted just to that topic, How to Finish an Edge of Tile on a Wall. design standards. hand painted tile.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 11, 2014

It refers to an implied sense of texture or depth created through the use of artistic elements of line, shading and color. Although the shape repeats, the random color of this Saltillo-looking color makes the pattern very playful, sophisticated, and fun! True "through body" color. How to Buy Arabesque Pavers.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

How to tile a shower in 48 seconds! Thats the basics of tiling a shower and I do have to apologize for the yellow color in the photos. design standards. hand painted tile. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. Tuesday, September 25, 2012. field tile.

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Tile Talk

MAY 20, 2014

These star polygons were not limited only to the painted figure. Early Islamic tiles involved a simple process of cutting single color, small tile fragments and assembled with the use of liquid plaster. This technique evolved to include painted pictures on plain tiles which were then glazed and fired afterwards. Image Credit.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 15, 2014

The pinwheel pattern is a popular and versatile tile layout that adds great visual interest by integrating solid color with decorative tiles into a timeless design. You can create a pinwheel pattern using only plain, solid color field tile. In the example above, tiles in similar colors are set-off by contrasting matte and gloss glazes.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 17, 2013

Each tile is exquisitely hand-painted in relief. Create your own mosaic backsplash by choosing your favorite vegetables or colors! Green is the prime color of the world, and that from which its loveliness arises." -- Pedro Calderon de la Barca. The color green not only symbolizes money (U.S. design standards.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 26, 2013

We discussed the different hand painted Spanish Tiles lines. A few days later she placed a sample order that included several popular hand painted Spanish decorative tiles and our Yucatan field tiles. A Hand Painted Sink Adds a Special Touch. Spanish Tile and Hand Painted Trim. Ines and I found each other through Houzz.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JUNE 1, 2018

Check trim and paint for flaws. This gives a visual reminder of any finish work issues, such as scuff marks, paint touchups, exposed nails or uneven grout lines. Your builder will show you how to operate all doors and windows, giving you the chance to make sure all of the seals are nice and tight. Doors and windows.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 18, 2014

Patterns establish the mood of a room – just like color. However, they add complexity to the design because they need to work effectively with color to maintain the mood and feel. It’s more difficult to create an effective pattern and color palette than just choosing colors. Playful Pattern.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 4, 2014

But as eternal optimists, were looking ahead to the greener, colorful season where every living thing seems to rejoice in the coming vernal equinox. This months Pinboards focus on seasonal changes where, just like nature, were bursting for changes in designs, patterns and colors in our homes and businesses. design standards.

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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. at 6:00 AM.

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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. they introduced various forms of art and artistic techniques, including a unique custom of painted ceramics, called Zillij. bathroom design.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 9, 2012

Fragments are colorful mosaic accent strips made from patterned cement tile that have been cut. Each tessera is carefully chosen based on how its color and pattern will integrate with the theme of the mosaic. The tiles, patterns and colors used for each project will be unique and different. design standards.

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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. We think the unexpected pops of color and patterns have added interest and energy to these spaces!

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Onfloor Technology

JUNE 21, 2022

If you’ve got a concrete driveway, path, or pool deck, you might be understandably worried about how to refurbish it to look its very best. Concrete is porous, making it challenging to restore with new paint or another standard finish. Resurfacing can change the color of your concrete, add texture and make it easier to clean.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 8, 2013

They wisely considered some of our existing patterns that allow for easy color substitution from the existing color palette. Mark and Erin knew what they wanted and partnered with Avente to develop the pattern while they finalized the colors. Learn How Custom Cement Tiles. The process requires additional cost and time.

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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. design standards. hand painted tile. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 22, 2014

Shes good at what she does; from color choice and tile design, to finding just the right plates and chairs for her bistro, to hiring the right team. It was almost a year ago she called to order the Heritage Solid Color Chip Set for her cement tile project. Heres a great shot that showcases the color variation. design standards.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 26, 2013

If youve got some flexibility with your design and color choices, then here’s five ways to get more cement tile for less. Use existing patterns in standard colorways. Use only plain tiles or solid color tiles that dont have a pattern. Or, choose plain tiles in two or three colors to create a rug design for a room.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

I love the color in this cement tile floor. Notice how the cement tile pattern blends similar colors to create a simpler pattern? If youre having trouble finding the right color, design or pattern, then these cement tile design trends may provide the answer you were looking for. Cement Tile Color Trends.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 5, 2013

Now, let’s take a look at what defines hand-crafted, hand-painted tiles by examining the process of silk-screening to glazing. In short, this barrier prevents various glaze colors that are used on the same tile from blending together during the kiln firing process. How Relief Tiles are Made. Making Hand Painted Field Tile.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 15, 2013

Heritage Olive Green 14" x 14" Solid Color Cement Tile (Polished Finish). For your trend-spotters, theres something to be said about large format tiles and Pantones color pick for 2013, Emerald Green. Classic Solid Color White 8" x 8" Cement Tile. Existing patterns can be easily customized with a myriad of colors.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 1, 2014

Last week, I provided some design tips on how to effectively use patterns if you are pattern shy or a pattern wallflower. Unify different patterns in a room by choosing a common color for all patterns. Or, use the same pattern in different scales or colors. The patterns are unified by common colors. design standards.

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