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Celebrating Distinctions in Mexican History and Tile

Architectural Ceramics

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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Cinco de Mayo: 5 Ways to Use Mexican-Inspired Tile

Architectural Ceramics

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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A Better Saltillo Tile: Rustic Cement Tile Pavers

Tile Talk

A few weeks ago, we spoke about the history, production and properties of Saltillo tile. 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. Color variations.

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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. textured surface makes the tile appear like painted brick. glossy finish. ″ x 9.5″

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Kitchen and Residential Design: Finding the best solid wood.

Kitchen and Residential Design

The ShopRTACabinets product is guaranteed to be cost effective and easy to install. Regardless of budget, you will find a product that makes your new kitchen sparkle. These products may seem a steal at the price, but they fall apart and you end up replacing the cabinets sooner than later. color scheme. (47). amusements.

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If you can't afford the tip you can't afford the meal; a Blog Off post

Kitchen and Residential Design

Every time that happens by the way, its another job exported to Mexico or China; countries where living wages and environmental regulations are considered to be quaint ideas at best. It extends into other businesses where staff reductions and increased productivity to accommodate them are considered to be normal. color scheme. (47).

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Kitchen and Residential Design: My Brassavola nodosa bloomed.

Kitchen and Residential Design

One good whiff and I was transported to a cliff side terrace in Grenada, a balcony in old Rangoon or a moonlit night in the same highlands of southern Mexico where B. color scheme. (47). Production tile as art by Apavisa. Homepath Products. Sherwin-Williams Paint. nodosa originated. Having a bad day? amusements.

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