Tile Talk

MAY 20, 2014

These tiles were commonly used as floor and wall applications and to decorate mihrabs , the architectural niches in mosques. Examples of this work still exist in Spain, Italy, Morocco, India, and Turkey. Islamic tile were oftentimes manufactured in a star pattern where they were organized into a complex mosaic. decorative tile.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

” Zillij, or tilework of Morocco. The authors further go on to say, “Zillij has been employed in Morocco since the earliest times, as may be seen from the mosaic pavements of the old city of Walili (Volubilis). decorative tile. design standards. Decor Girl. Margaret Almon Mosaics.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 12, 2013

The Casablanca rug pattern is available in the standard 8" square format with a less-common 4"x8" border and 4"x4" corner to create a classic rug design. Zellij is the art of hand-cut geometric mosaic design. Both decorative and elegant, zellij tile is noted for its rich colors and pattern. Image credit: Morocco Travel Blog.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 22, 2014

The painting, El Morocco , is by Jerome Carlin and depicts a well-healed family having dinner in a nice restaurant. El Morocco by Jerome Carlin is a focal point in the main dining room of The Coronet. decorative tile. design standards. Decor Girl. Margaret Almon Mosaics. Architectural Ceramics: Tile+Mosaic.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 10, 2013

Brought to Portugal in the 1400s from Morocco and Algeria, the ceramic tiles are not only beautiful to look at, but also serve as a functional need in reflecting sunlight, trapping cold air, and keeping houses cool during the hot Portuguese summers. decorative tile. design standards. Decor Girl. Margaret Almon Mosaics.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Ceramic wall tile and decorative mosaics in unique patterns, shapes and colors continue to gain popularity as consumers look to more dramatic feature walls and backsplashes to individualize their spaces. Emser’s L’Amour is a mosaic tile of eco-conscious, recycled glass construction.

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