Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 3, 2013

Removing Grout Haze in a Cement Tile Installation. Today, I discuss grout haze – a problem that often occurs with both ceramic and cement tile installations. I’ll explain what grout haze is, how to correctly identify the problem, and why it occurs. Cement tiles that needs to be grouted. Efflorescence.

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Granada Tile

MAY 18, 2017

This is not decor. This is creative expression disguised as decor. We’re sure you’ll fall in love with your new cement tiles before the grout dries. The post How To Give Your Kitchen Backsplash A Unique Touch appeared first on The Cement Tile Blog. And their love for the product is infectious.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

However, if you know how to work with black walls, they can be a classy, stately addition to almost any room design. Read on to learn how to work with this bold and creative trend. Break up a black wall by going for a tile design with light grout. The white grout also goes well with a light sink and tub, like in the photo.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 2, 2018

One new way people are using color is with colorful grout. Once simply a way to seal the spacing between tiles, grout is taking on a fashion sense all its own. By dyeing the actual grout bright colors like teal, yellow and pink, a tile design can have a fun accent color that adds some artistic flair to a space. Image: Andrew M.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 30, 2013

How to Create a Stunning Mosaic Tile Wall Feature. Lets take a look at how you should approach the task. This is likely to include adhesive, grout, a grout scraper, gloves, and safety glasses. decorative tile. decorative tile. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Decor Girl. at 6:00 AM.

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How to Floor Tile

MAY 17, 2022

For Starters, Floor and Decor Why Floor and Decor? because they have a huge selection to choose from in just about any style and price range necessary. They have a large selection of Design Elements and trim available to solve many of the toughest materials to work with.

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The Tile Doctor

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

Installing Tile in your Sports Inspired Man-Cave and can’t find the right finishing touch in your decor to fit your team’s colors? With the addition of The Tile Doctor’s Starlike® Glamour Tile Grout, the color possibilities are just about endless! You are covered whether you are a Clemson.

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How to Floor Tile

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Remove all the old grout, re-grout and reseal after cleaning the surface. I take a stroll through Floor & Decor, the Tile Shop, Dal-Tile and Arizona Tile from time to time just to see what is new in inventory and the material available is amazing! There comes a time when every shower needs replacing or an overhaul.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 19, 2016

This frees up the wall, allowing for modern open shelving with a few decorative items and dishware. While outdated kitchens may have the inconvenient tile-and-grout or cheap vinyl for workspace, the variety of countertop surfaces options out there today are endless. Image: Kimball Starr 4. Any tips or tricks we missed?

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

How to tile a shower in 48 seconds! Then the additional layers of tile are added, let to sit overnight and the grout is applied. The grout is applied and then smoothed over as an initial cleanup with a damp sponge and allowed to sit again overnight. Labels: ceramic tile , glass tile , Grout , installation , thin set.

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Stagetecture

AUGUST 10, 2016

See how transforming your space with pebble mosaic tile could be easier than you think. How to Install Pebble Mosaic Tile. DIY Network gives you step by step directions on how to lay pebble mosaic tile. How to Install Pebble Tiles Video: Tile Adhesive: Mosaic tile adhesive – Use only a high quality thinset mortar.

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Realstone

JANUARY 21, 2024

Balance with Kitchen Decor : Coordinate the backsplash with other kitchen elements. Balance with Kitchen Decor A backsplash should complement, not compete with, your kitchen decor. Tiles are generally low-maintenance but grout lines may require regular cleaning. Stone backsplashes might need sealing to prevent stains.

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Realstone

JANUARY 12, 2024

Balance with Kitchen Decor : Coordinate the backsplash with other kitchen elements. Balance with Kitchen Decor A backsplash should complement, not compete with, your kitchen decor. Tiles are generally low-maintenance but grout lines may require regular cleaning. Stone backsplashes might need sealing to prevent stains.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 10, 2019

No matter your favorite decorating style, your kitchen and bathroom tile backsplash can be the focal point of your room. If you are unable to see photos of a project of a similar scale to yours, consider purchasing a few square feet of your tile in sheets to see how it will look in your space. Grout lines matter when setting tile.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 14, 2014

Here are the first three: Use a very narrow grout line when installing cement tiles. Place cement tiles as close together as possible to create a very thin grout line. Minimizing the grout line will make the design look seamless and your space look larger. We recommend a 1/16” grout joint. decorative tile.

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Stagetecture

MARCH 17, 2017

How to Creatively Update Your Kitchen Tile this Season. To make sure your tile countertop does not stain, use glazed tile and seal the grout after installation. In addition, choose dark colored grout as light colored grout can be hard to maintain. If you want to make the grout lines stand out, choose a dark grout.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 28, 2012

The next step of course is the grout or is it? Slate is a natural stone and you have to seal it before you grout. This way, after you apply the grout, it will be easier to clean off the slate and wont stain them. Labels: Ditra , Grout , Schluter , Slate tile , thin-set. decorative tile. decorative tile.

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How to Floor Tile

SEPTEMBER 12, 2014

Also, I suggest you use a Sharpie and write down the grout color and manufacturer on the back of the extra tiles so whoever does the repair will know what to use. Remember, although different grout manufacturers may list the same color grout know that is isn''t. This next picture is of a porcelain tile at Floor & Decor.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

While, traditionally, tile is used on the floors and/or walls as a building material or decoration, there’s so much potential for the material in other aspects of design. How to Tile a Table (Upcycle With Me!) , Collective Gen. Unexpected Tile Use – Furniture Design. Homemade Tile Table. Try and say that 3 times fast!)

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

Finally, in celebration of the 10th year of its SpectraLock Grout product, Laticrete conducted an in-booth promotion where the works of extremely talented mosaic artists were displayed. The mosaic art gallery featured unique, museum-quality creations using Laticrete’s SpectraLock Grout Dazzle. decorative tile. Decor Girl.

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The London Tile Co.

APRIL 30, 2014

In this blog post we provide tips and ideas on how to create a striking black and white bathroom. Alternatively, create true drama by using white bathroom tiles with black grout for a striking look. If you are looking for an ultra modern look then consider using black tiles with white grout. Subtle Touches – Decor Borders.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

JUNE 23, 2014

For instance, kitchen tiles such as large ceramic tiles that feature deep grout can sometimes be a problem. Therefore, according to Yorkshire Tile, the grout should be finished with an antibacterial coating in order to ensure that bacteria cannot get deep into the grout and cause problems later on. Fifi Flowers Design Decor.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 21, 2014

Last week I discussed some important points about grout and cement tile for backsplash design. Finally, polished tile are usually easier to install because grout doesnt stick to the slightly smoother surface. In general, a grout release is not required for polished tiles. decorative tile. decorative tile.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 6, 2023

We’ve done many floors in mosaic glass, but when we have we tend to use smaller pieces with grout in between. Separately, Eden has also inked a deal with Akdo on an all-glass decorative mosaics line (Botanicals by Allison Eden), which will make its debut at Coverings later this month. Look, life’s too short to not have what you want.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 16, 2012

Using cement tile to incorporate a decorative element into any room or indoor/outdoor space is an attention-getting idea and design element. Each piece, which is first cut into a square or rectangular tessera, is then carefully chosen on how its color and pattern will integrate with the theme of the mosaic. decorative tile.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 15, 2014

The pinwheel pattern is a popular and versatile tile layout that adds great visual interest by integrating solid color with decorative tiles into a timeless design. Or, you could choose to incorporate decorative tile with plain field tile, as seen in the two concepts show below. decorative tile. decorative tile.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 14, 2012

This classic Spanish colonial tile body in a Moorish design is seamlessly translated into a square body cement tile with the option of different colors including a faux grout line. Here two colors were used for the "terracotta body" and the black grout line is in relief. decorative tile. decorative tile. Decor Girl.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 12, 2019

Bathroom grout is one of those things that really shows your home’s age. Over time, the caulk and grout in your bathroom become dingy and yellow, and can even chip off and leave gaps. Regrouting takes a little more time because you’ll need to chip or grind down the jagged, old grout. Regrout and recaulk.

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Decorator on Demand

FEBRUARY 3, 2012

I guess my clients arent the only ones who dont know what to do with their fireplaces and how to update them. This tile is great, it adds really nice texture without seeing any grout joints. The slab was a little more money, but worth it to my clients who dont like grout lines. Decorator On Demand on. Follow by Email.

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The Perfect Bath

MAY 14, 2014

I certainly do not know how to install tile. I look for tight grout joints, carefully calculated and pre-planned cuts so there are no unsightly shapes in the grid and finally, in the case of ceramic tile, the use of correct trimmers. However, I do know a really good installation when I see one.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

Then visit our pages on houzz.com , our boards on Pinterest , and browse through dozens of our Ceramic Tile Design Ideas portfolio page where you can find a large collection of projects showcasing our handmade and hand-painted ceramic tile, cement tile, decorative tile, mosaic tile, and so much more. Decorative Tile. decorative tile.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 9, 2012

With mismatched patterns, strong grout lines, and bold colors, Fragments are a great choice for a contemporary kitchen, bath or accent wall. decorative tile. decorative tile. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Decor Girl. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. backsplash designs.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 25, 2017

Grout is used to allow for this expansion and contraction. Eastern Asia: While China may not be known for it’s tile work, decorative ceramics reign from this area. While Julia Child learned how to cook in France, tile makers learned from other countries like those in Eastern Asia or the Netherlands that blue was the way to go.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

Iznik Listello with 2" Decoratives by Lilywork Artisan Tile, LLC. decorative tile. decorative tile. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Decor Girl. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. Removing Grout Haze in a Cement Tile Installation. Name: Paul & Esther Halferty.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 20, 2012

A few square formats also include clipped corners to accommodate decorative accent tiles. In the meantime, tell us how you use Pinterest! Provide additional grout lines that improve slip resistance. decorative tile. decorative tile. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Decor Girl. cement tile.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 25, 2018

Salvaged wood is a hot trend right now, especially because designers and clients are loving farmhouse decor and design. Here, you’ll find detailed information on how to ship and handle the material while getting it to the job site, and how to cut and install the material once it’s on the job site.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

decorative tile. decorative tile. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Decor Girl. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. Removing Grout Haze in a Cement Tile Installation. backsplash designs. bathrom blogfest 2010. bathroom design. bathroom tile. cement tile. cement tile plans.

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