Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 13, 2017

The same could be said when considering a handmade ceramic or natural stone, because the variation in the tile’s glaze or veining may surprise you. Architectural Ceramics is here to help you know what type of range, be it subtle or extreme, to expect from ceramic, porcelain and stone; and to know how best to prepare for it.

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Natural Stone Tile Marble Porcelain 165

Tile Talk

JULY 22, 2014

Porcelain and ceramic tiles are very similar, especially when compared to cement tiles, quarry tile, glass tiles or stone. Some ceramic tiles, like these decorative Malibu tiles on the stair risers, are rated for freeze/thaw cycles. I''ve had people request decorative porcelain tiles with a PEI 5 rating.

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Porcelain Ceramics Tile Los Angeles 168

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 29, 2014

You’ve probably been heard about the advantages of decorating with natural materials like marble, wood, metals, and clay. Granite is the hardest and densest natural stone, which helps maintain its luster and resist staining for longer than comparable materials. Avoid acidic cleaners when wiping down stone and metals.

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Design Interior Design Marble Quarry 112

Kitchen and Residential Design

APRIL 11, 2012

During the show next week Ill be working five straight 18 hour days so I doubt Ill be filing any dispatches from the show floor, but during the week following either Todd ( my energetic collaborator) or I will post a wrap up of the new stuff that made its debut during the show. Check out Pietra Valmalenco from Coem and Cottage from Fioranese.

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Kitchen Design Mosaics Porcelain 76

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JULY 8, 2015

Keep in mind that an accent wall doesn’t have to be limited to one color: stripes are a great way to tie together several colors in your decorating palette. Paint the Floor Painting the floors can open up a world of design possibilities, especially if you choose to paint or stain a concrete floor.

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Painted Quarry Marble Colors 40

Kitchen and Residential Design

JANUARY 24, 2013

Heres the question and the photo: Clicking on the "more info" link would have told this person that whats in that photo is a cork floor from US Floors in Atlanta. Those floors arent sold retail and are only available from a showroom at around $8 a square foot. Similarly, natural stone patterns dont have formal names.

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Kitchen Design Bath Interior Design 55

Kitchen and Residential Design

DECEMBER 30, 2012

Natural stone is a natural product and even stones that come from the same quarry change radically over time. You cannot order a natural stone counter out of a catalog and you have to pick the slabs your counters will be made from in person. He or she will set you up with the stone youre looking for. flooring. (30).

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Kitchen Design Natural Stone Bath 90