Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 12, 2019

From ceramic to porcelain and glass to marble, you’re sure to find something that fits your style and your wallet. What makes our Kiln & Penny Collection unique, is that the tile is made of a porcelain body instead of a ceramic one. For more information about the Studs Collection, visit one of our DC-metro area showrooms.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

With our headquarters and showrooms located in the DC-metro area, we’ve been known to cheer for the the Washington Redskins or the Baltimore Ravens. The large format porcelain tiles in the color White, come from our Silk Stone Collection. Alright coach, let’s put in porcelain. Want to see more commercial projects?

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 13, 2018

This porcelain tile made to look like hand-painted cement has a flare for the dramatic that will grab the attention of any room. This porcelain collection is a no-muss, no-fuss option that is easy to care for. “Hello, it’s me,” a non-porous tile option. Can’t get enough about porcelain tile?

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 17, 2019

Rachelle: I am an Interior Designer by education, but fell into sales when I lived in Arizona. After my husband and I moved to the DC area in 2011, I found Architectural Ceramics. R: It feels like a nice sense of accomplishment to be certified in tile sales and specifications. I haven’t moved from my training position since.

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 11, 2019

That’s how DC metro-area interior designer, Mary Douglas Drysdale ‘s aesthetic is often described. You can also consider these porcelain, ceramic and glass collections that include nice white tile options too: Gilt Brick. A Classically Planned Space. Classic design with a modern sensibility. Join our newsletter here.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 31, 2017

Made to look like Italian travertine, this large format porcelain tile from our in-stock Monticello Collection , does double-duty as a stylish and durable fireplace option. AC’s porcelain Monticello Collection in the color Argento, image via Architectural Ceramic’s Houzz Project page. Modern & Moody.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 25, 2017

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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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 17, 2018

Since we’re on the heels of our March Madness: ACI’s Final Four Tile Matchups blog, let’s round out a list in the same main tile types: porcelain, ceramic, glass and natural stone. Porcelain: This hard-wearing glazed porcelain tile from our Kiln & Penny Collection is a stoneware tile made to look like ceramic.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 31, 2019

For a specialty, handmade tile like the one used above, it’s best to come in to one of AC’s five DC-metro area showroom locations. The large-format porcelain tile, in four colorways, looks like concrete. Both boast thin porcelain-body slabs, as large as 162″x324″, that look like marble.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 13, 2018

Pictured above, the 2012 DC Design House features Aidan Design’s work, and Architectural Ceramic’s mother-of-pearl oval mosaic. To view this, or other shell mosaics, visit one of our DC-metro area showroom locations. To view this, or other water-jet mosaics, visit one of our DC-metro area showroom locations.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 31, 2018

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. Thanks for working with us!

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 11, 2019

Ceramic, porcelain, glass and stone tiles are all top picks for fireplace surrounds, although we have been seeing a rise in popularity of cement tile over the last few years. The product above is a porcelain field tile, selected for more than its beauty. The product above is a porcelain field tile, selected for more than its beauty.

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 22, 2018

We offer various tile characters: porcelain, ceramic, glass and stone. A trait of porcelain tile, for example, is its durability. As a result, a great feature of porcelain tile is that it makes an excellent flooring option in commercial and residential spaces. It’s easy to apply that to tile. Results That Matter.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Headquartered in Rockville, Maryland just outside the DC-metropolitan area, Architectural Ceramics is familiar with chilly temperatures in winter. Do you always shower in the early morning, when porcelain or stone tile floors are habitually cold no matter what the season? AC’s in-stock, in-floor heating option, Strata Heat.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 17, 2018

This porcelain tile made to look like hand-painted cement has a flare for the dramatic that will grab the attention of any room. This porcelain collection is a no-muss, no-fuss option that is easy to care for. “Hello, it’s me,” a non-porous tile option. Can’t get enough about porcelain tile?

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 28, 2017

” Ouzdanova says of the DC-metro area spec house, “We designed all the bathrooms in an hour. Photo: Image by Bob Narod, Photographer, LLC for Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath; features AC’s Island Stone line and stock porcelain Craig Castle. ” It was fun working with Davis on this project.”

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 26, 2018

Don’t hesitate to visit one of our DC-metro area showrooms locations to talk with a design and sales associate about your options. Rumor has it that former President Barack Obama has a doggie washing station for his pup in his DC-area home. Want to know how any of these products can be used in your own renovation?

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 16, 2017

Base molding: Just like wood molding is used at the bottom of a wall where it meets the floor, base molding can be made out of ceramic, marble or porcelain, and functions the same way. This type of trim is available in ceramic, marble and porcelain. Here is a quick list of common tile trim types and where to use them.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 19, 2017

To schedule an appointment: submit a request online or use our directory to call one of our DC-metro area showrooms. Given the allowance, we know whether to consider a porcelain that looks like marble or if you may want to spring for the real thing. You’re a step ahead of the rest. Thanks for working with us!

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 16, 2017

To schedule an appointment: submit a request online or use our directory to call one of our DC-metro area showrooms. Given the allowance, we know whether to consider a porcelain that looks like marble or if you may want to spring for the real thing. You’re a step ahead of the rest. Thanks for working with us!

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 30, 2017

It also works well with the warm wood-look porcelain. Local DC-metro area design firm, Aidan Design , allows for the backsplash to act as a seamless transition from horizontal to vertical surfaces. For further questions about our Batik Collection, or to place a tile order, please contact sales@architecturalceramics.com.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 27, 2018

From porcelain to specialty ceramic, here are how a few materials compare in an exterior application: Porcelain & Glass. These two tile types are mentioned together, because porcelain and glass both undergo high heat and pressure when made. Porcelain & Glass. Thicket Porcelain. Cement & Terracotta.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

Ceramic, marble, porcelain, glass — Square tile is available in a variety of material types. At AC, we have endless porcelain and marble options available as a 12″x12″ field tile. To browse all Architectural Ceramics has to offer, visit one of our DC-metro area showroom locations. Hexagon: Eat your heart out.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 30, 2017

Keeping the look traditional in this DC-area home meant weaving together various shades of warm and cool-toned marbles. We offer tools and setting materials specialized to our various ceramic, porcelain and stone tiles. The result is a stunning one-of-a-kind master suite retreat. Contractor: Vallefuoco Contractors, LLC. See you soon!

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 24, 2018

AC’s brushed limestone Vestige Zebrano floor tile, semi-polished Wave limestone wall tile, and porcelain wood-plank wall tile. AC’s brushed limestone Vestige Zebrano floor tile, semi-polished Wave limestone wall tile, and porcelain wood-plank wall tile. Want more moments of zen? Modern & Masterful.

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