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Back to Basics: AC’s Ceramic Tile Collections

Architectural Ceramics

I See London, I See France… The origin of ceramic tile can be traced back to 13th Century BC, where natural clay tiles were used in Mesopotamian temples. Eastern Asia: While China may not be known for it’s tile work, decorative ceramics reign from this area. Photo via Pinterest.

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4 Timeless Cement Tile Designs for Your Home

Granada Tile

One of the few interior decor trends which have never failed to impress is the creative use of cement tile. Available in a variety of colors , it can be easily incorporated into any existing decor. Elegant white kitchen covered in Granada Tile’s Normandy pattern. Photograph by: Ryan Garvin. Photograph by Josh Gibson.

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Starlike Sensations

Diary of a Tile Addict

Also in the collection is Starlike Crystal: a two-component acid-resistant translucent epoxy adhesive for the grouting of transparent and decorative glass mosaics with joints up to 2mm wide. Starlike at Saint Félix de Pallières castle, France. Starlike at Saint Félix de Pallières castle, France.

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Avente Tile Talk: Patterned Tiles are Power Play at Coverings 2014

Tile Talk

Apavisa isnt shy about letting us know that the inspiration for these tiles comes from the cement tile manufacturing method that was first developed in Southern France during the mid 19th century. decorative tile. kitchen backsplash. kitchen tile. Franke Kitchen Systems. Decor Girl. backsplash designs.

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These 3D-Printed Houses Can Be Printed Today and Move-In Ready Tomorrow – for Under $10K

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

A family in France may be the first to move into a 3D-printed home. The first inhabited 3D-printed house in France These homeowners splurged on their 3D-printed home, spending roughly $220,000 on the four-bedroom, 1,022-square-foot structure. The cement follows the architect’s digital blueprint in layers for high strength.

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Avente Tile Talk: Spring into Summer with our Cement Tile Ideas

Tile Talk

Because of their natural slip-resistant qualities and versatility, cement tiles are perfect for flooring a bathroom, kitchen, dining room or outdoor patio. Cement tiles are used all over the world in countries such as Cuba, France, Spain, Portugal and more. decorative tile. kitchen backsplash. kitchen tile.

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Cement Tile

The Perfect Bath

The production of cement tile is documented as far back as the 13th century in France and Portugal with some early installations still in in remarkably good condition. The tiles were often used in kitchens and on sun porches, particularly in warm climates. The hay day of cement tile in the US was in the 1920′w and 30′s.

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