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BDNY 2019 – Trends & Tile at Boutique Design New York

Architectural Ceramics

Joey and David hard at work grouting the tile panels for the BDNY booth. We worked hard, especially Joey and David who did last-minute grouting. Porcelain slabs! Porcelain slabs had a slow start but now that the installation contractors are up to speed it’s taking off. Booth prep! Our meeting area was a hit this year.

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Interlocking Pattern Ideas to Create a Natural Looking Space

Architectural Ceramics

You can use these tile layouts for stone, porcelain, ceramic, or cement tiles. Remember to always consult your installer and manufacturer recommendations to ensure that grout joints and layouts are set appropriately for a beautiful installation. Visit one of our DC, MD, or VA tile stores for a free tile design consultation.

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Week of November 16th, 2020 – Unexpected Tile Uses

Architectural Ceramics

This week, we decided to feature some unusual and underappreciated uses for tile, whether it be porcelain, ceramic, cement…you name it! Gauged Porcelain Tile: Our New Favorite Furniture , WhyTile.com. For starters, as porcelain is one of the strongest materials to work with, it can make great furniture as shown by WhyTile.

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Your Room’s Focal Point: The Fireplace

Architectural Ceramics

Even though many of our tile series is strong enough to hold up to the heat of fire, the adhesives and grouts used to set the tile are not intended to have that much exposure to an open flame. The product above is a porcelain field tile, selected for more than its beauty. Check out Lane from our collection of porcelain tiles.

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Some Like It Hot: In-Floor Heating Options

Architectural Ceramics

Headquartered in Rockville, Maryland just outside the DC-metropolitan area, Architectural Ceramics is familiar with chilly temperatures in winter. Laticrete is AC’s go-to vendor partner for installation items such as grout and thin set. Now let’s heat things up and find out which system may be right for you.

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Back to Basics: AC’s Ceramic Tile Collections

Architectural Ceramics

This collection’s features make it an easy option to mix and match with other natural stone or porcelain tile: 3″ x 6″ field tile with coordinating bullnose and trim profiles. Machine-made ceramics go through several steps and processes, before resulting in two main types: thin-body or porcelain. glossy finish.

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Avoid Spooky Tile Situations with Advice from AC’s Customer Service Team

Architectural Ceramics

Turn to the last page, and you’ll find most porcelains are rated for floor use, while some ceramic tiles are only suitable for wall use. From ceramic to porcelain, and glass to natural stone, AC offers a variety of tile materials. Cutting a large-format porcelain tile on a diagonal.

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