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Why Use Porcelain Tiles Outside?

The London Tile Co.

Not all tiles can be used outdoors, and you might have heard about using porcelain paving on your patio or in your garden – but why? From our famous changeable weather to heavy garden furniture, the great British outdoors can be a hostile environment for tiles. Porcelain Tiles & Paving Are Perfect For Outdoors.

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Cement Tiles Around the World (Infographic)

Granada Tile

Learn about the cement tile styles from various regions and cultures, and get inspired by the endless possibilities. Learn about the cement tile styles from various regions and cultures, and get inspired by the endless possibilities. Some Moroccan cement tiles have become so popular in the U.S. Costa Rica.

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Cement Tiles Around the World [Infographic]

Granada Tile

Cement tiles can be seen across countless blogs and magazines in countries around the world. Learn about the cement tile styles from various regions and cultures, and get inspired by the endless possibilities. Cuban cement tiles are colorful, vibrant, and often feature intricate medallions of greens, yellows, pinks, and browns.

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Cuban Tile Redux in Muted Color Palette

Tile Talk

By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. For the last post of the year, I''m excited to share an exclusive tour of a private residence that uses Cuban Heritage cement tiles in a custom, muted color palette. The redux also shows how cement tiles are not just for flooring anymore. Cuban tile entry greets guests and sets the design theme.

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Support the Tile Heritage Foundation

Tile Talk

By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. Tiles tell tales!" Menzies, Executive Director of the Tile Heritage Foundation , explained it to me many years ago. The Tile Heritage Foundation (THF) is a well-run, non-profit organization that is benevolent and generous. The Importance of Preserving our Tile Heritage.

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Hispaniola Relief Cement Tiles Offer Island-Like Feel

Tile Talk

Colorful, dimensional Hispaniola cement tiles liven up a powder room. The Hispaniola Collection from Avente Tile is an exclusive, made-to-order series of beautiful handmade cement tiles inspired by the climate, textures and surroundings of the Dominican Republic. See All Elevations Relief Cement Tile. Desination: Cuba. "I

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Cement Tiles Inspired by World Travels

Granada Tile

Ceramic tiles first made an appearance in the ninth or tenth century BC, with cement tile arriving quite a bit later in the 1800s when hydraulic presses were invented and Portland cement was discovered. Moroccan Tile. Zellige tiles are very traditional to this region and are made up of colorful mosaics. Spanish Tile.

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