Granada Tile

OCTOBER 25, 2019

SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY – 10/5/2019 – 1/4/2020 – Visit the Craft in America Center exhibition in Los Angeles, where some of our cement tiles that were used in local restaurants are on display! The depth of the color layer is a full 1/8 inch, which means that even if it does chip, it’s unlikely to be noticeable.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 16, 2023

And with such a meteoric rise, the category has attracted subpar players, offering shoddy, commodity-driven product that does not meet high quality, performance and/or environmental standards. That’s where Lux looks to differentiate itself. I’ve never had one complaint regarding the quality of the product.” But it’s more than that.

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Granada Tile

APRIL 7, 2015

Alfred Coffee Shop on Melrose Avenue, Intelligensia Cafe in the Silver Lake section of Los Angeles, Olympia Coffee in Olympia, Washington, Blue Bottle Coffee in New York’s Bryant Park — what do all of these places have in common? If you said, great coffee you’d be right. We support our local community.

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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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Tile Talk

JULY 22, 2014

So, according to the PTCA, a tile has to meet ASTM C373 standards of water absorption to be branded as porcelain. If you live in an area, like Los Angeles or the Mediterranean, that is not subjected to hard freezing, then you don’t have to worry about this problem. Unglazed porcelain has through-body composition and color.

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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. Tania Marmolejo.

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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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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. design standards. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

JULY 23, 2013

Located 83 miles north of Los Angeles, CA, is a gem of a city nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains. design standards. Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Tuesday, July 23, 2013. cement tile.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 16, 2024

Los Angeles — Bentley Mills is expand ing its product portfolio to include wool area rugs. Prima Vista feature s fully customizable, hand tufted, hand loomed and hand knotted rugs made from 100% New Zealand wool , which is celebrated for its color consistency and longevity. Hand knotted rugs deliver in 12 – 14 weeks.

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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 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

JANUARY 28, 2014

Thank you Richard and Mary - your kindness and support of the THF in this expression of art is greatly appreciated and will be fondly included as part of my Spanish-style home in Los Angeles. design standards. Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles. More on that later. cement tile.

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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. cement tile.

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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

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 19, 2013

There are four textures in this combination: Travertine, Luna, Limestone and Standard (smooth). The Chemistry Behind the Color. Our next stop on the tour included a peek into the science behind the coloring process of concrete tile. Did you require custom colors, sizes or shapes? design standards. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 17, 2013

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. Green is regarded as the color of eternal life in Japan. design standards.

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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. field tile.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

Thats the basics of tiling a shower and I do have to apologize for the yellow color in the photos. design standards. Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Cement Tiles Trend Toward Bold Patterns & Colors.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 29, 2013

Aguayo Cement Tiles are well known for their quality, large color palette, and commitment to new design. Mixing the Color Layer of Cement Tile. The calcium carbonate in these bins will first be weighed, and then mixed to form the color layer of cement tile. The color layer of handmade cement tiles is about 1/8" thick.

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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. There is time to work out the design of the pattern, choose the colors, and create virtual designs with options.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 1, 2023

Los Angeles— Monarch Plank , a Galleher brand of wide-plank hardwood flooring, is building on the success of its flagship Domaine II collection by taking luxury hardwood flooring a step further with the La Grande collection. The new collection features even wider and longer boards with the same premium construction.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 29, 2012

Color substitutions, custom colors and patterns can double or triple the cost on small projects. Because a residential backsplash, bath floor or fireplace requires less than 50 square feet, using stocked tiles in standard colorways will save money. design standards. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt.

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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. Color: Cotto Dark Did you know? bathroom tile.

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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. design standards. Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles. Tuesday, September 4, 2012.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 25, 2014

For example, you might start with a bold Cuban pattern rug and then choose fabric with similar colors and design elements. Remember, colors dont have to match exactly, they just need to be close enough for your eye to tie it all together. The dark finish on the coffee table picks up the dark roast color in the tile. Pattern Shy.

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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. design standards. The process requires additional cost and time. bathroom tile.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 21, 2014

The color choices really stand out. Everything works together using the same color palette as the tiles. Buffing will also remove any surface color bleed on cement tile; but, you won’t be able to use a floor buffer on a vertical backsplash installation. Color bleed can occur when the tiles are removed. cement 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

JUNE 17, 2014

The Arena Corinthians Stadium has been built to sustainable design standards. design standards. Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. backsplash designs. bathrom blogfest 2010. bathroom design. bathroom tile. cement tile.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 14, 2012

Because the colored segments of any cement tile are hand poured in a mold, it’s easy to change the colors once the mold has been created. So, these classic patterns are easily transitioned to any color scheme. Cement allows you to customize colors and still use a traditional pattern to maintain a specific style!

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 19, 2013

With Arabesque, homeowners, designers, architects and specifiers have the distinct advantage of a broader color palette, coupled with a variety of sizes and shapes that are adaptable to any décor and environment. Arabesque Spanish Cement Tiles are available in 30 colors and two blends. design standards. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 21, 2012

Heres a few tips if you decide to use cement tile treads or risers: The tread is only available in solid colors. Generally, the tread color should match the solid color used to fill the area outside of the pattern and border. design standards. Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles.

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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. Discover Design with Historic Spanish Tile Installations in Los Angeles.

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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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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 12, 2013

Add smaller dot or accent tiles for color and texture. A color scheme. Focus on a main color and one or two accent colors. Design elements that support or work with your theme and color choices (crackle tiles for a rustic look, hand-painted tiles for a Spanish home, blue pool tiles). A floor tile layout.

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