Garden State Tile Blog

MARCH 20, 2020

Hard surfaces such as ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, and glass tile are some of the most durable and easy to maintain options for floors, walls, and backsplashes. Below is our simple guide for how to clean your tile and grout, including product recommendations and DIY solutions! Photo Courtesy of OAK Design Project.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

In the month of November, we’re thankful for Thanksgiving feasts, Black Friday sales, and the ‘Movember’ trend where men grow a mustache to bring awareness to men’s health. In case shopping at midnight or facial hair aren’t your thing, there’s another trend that’s growing attention: matte black tile.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 18, 2021

While pale grays and neutral colors remain popular, there’s a renewed interest in contrast—adding dark elements, large or small, to a room’s design adds a timeless air of elegance. Brique is a stylish design that emulates the look of natural brick, one of the world’s oldest building materials. The Details. Brique Charcoal.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 19, 2024

Visitors to Booth #5659 will be able to see firsthand how the SikaTile solutions are designed to eliminate unwanted jobsite callbacks. SikaTile-815 Secure Grout is a high-performance, fast-setting, dustless grout that delivers hard, durable joints and is formulated for strength and simplicity.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JUNE 13, 2018

Regular readers of Tile Addict will have noted my comments on the growing use of coloured grout as an integral part of new tile displays at Coverings and other recent international trade shows. Perhaps the apotheosis of this trend can be seen in Cava: a collection designed for Living Ceramics by LucidiPevere.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 25, 2016

Manufactured in the mid-nineteenth century to cover floors with novel designs, bold colors, and to withstand footprints and the passage of time. A technique that uses a mold to make designs in many colors and a press to harden the tiles without requiring heat. Why Cement Instead of Porcelain? Cement tile is porous.

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The London Tile Co.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2014

Looking out of a window at a grey sky can really put a damper on your day, which is why the latest design trend might surprise you. The new Scotland range of porcelain wall and floor tiles is perfect for creating an urban look. Advice Tile Design Tips colour grey tile trend'

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The London Tile Co.

JUNE 22, 2021

From top trends to top tips, we have everything you need to help you create your perfect bathroom space. Create mood boards, get on Pinterest, and look at trends to get inspired. It’s always a good idea to use porcelain tiles on a floor. What are the current trends in bathroom design? How about tile size?

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The London Tile Co.

JANUARY 13, 2016

Part of this is designing tiles that mimic the design aesthetic and trends people want. Over the last couple of years we’ve seen a range of tiles that look remarkably like natural stone, and last year realistic wood effect tiles were one of our top trends.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. This week, we decided to feature some unusual and underappreciated uses for tile, whether it be porcelain, ceramic, cement…you name it! Shown above are some cement tiles that really help make these shelves a standout feature, something very under-utilized in modern design trends.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 15, 2017

Photo: AC’s Gears Collection, available in three main options: a honed marble or two matte porcelains. AC’s Gears Collection , offered as a marble or porcelain water-jet mosaic, has several features that will turn your tile project into a unique one: interlocking 12×12 sheet. matte metallic-like porcelains.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Dallas— American Olean has launched two new tile collections—each bringing the latest trends to life through Reveal Imaging, an advanced technology that allows porcelain tile to emulate the beauty of natural stone and wood. The Bryson Valley collection offers an ultra-realistic barn wood visual with authentic hardwood texture.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

DECEMBER 17, 2019

To go with Tile Addict’s take on the 2020 trends is a little selection of additional elements that we may be seeing more of in the coming year. They were not heavily prevalent in the lists of other trend spotters, but they are still very much worth a mention. Granby Workshop Speckled porcelain pendant.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

It is natural for us to constantly be on the lookout for the next trend in interior design which is why we are excited that September has finally. This month we will be paying close attention to the big 4; New York, London, Milan, and Paris are all hosting the top designers and influencers in the fashion industry. Why, you ask?

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Cement Tile Design Trends & Tips. If youre having trouble finding the right color, design or pattern, then these cement tile design trends may provide the answer you were looking for. If youre new to cement tiles, then these trends are the perfect designing tips for you! Cement Tile Color Trends.

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Garden State Tile Blog

APRIL 4, 2019

From porcelain to cement to natural stone, new designs and innovations have lead to some of the most breathtaking new collections for both residential and commercial projects. Read on to see what tile trends are on the horizon from Garden State Tile ! RESIDENTIAL TILE TRENDS. Strong Veined Marble Porcelain.

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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. What is Grout Haze?

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The London Tile Co.

JANUARY 23, 2016

2015 was a great year for tiles, with some fantastic trends including wood effect tiles and patterned floor tiles. This year we’re seeing these trends expand and develop, alongside new ideas, which we’re very excited about. Here’s our round-up of our favourite tile trends of 2016. Brick Effect. Extra Large.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 8, 2018

Recycled, Sintered, Enameled: Enameled glass was a hot trend across the show this year. Because of its slip-resistance, most of the domestically-available recycled glass seemed to be designed for residential floors and followed the brasserie style. A brushstroke texture on longer plank porcelain tiles.

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United Tile's Blog

OCTOBER 16, 2017

There’s been a lot of talk of “Design Trends” around here lately. Here is what we are seeing trending right now. We are seeing playful layouts as well as contrasting grout colors to enhance an installation. PORCELAIN WOOD PLANKS. It now includes color, longer lineal sizes, and glass options.

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The London Tile Co.

OCTOBER 17, 2018

Even wood effect tiles are not safe from this trend, with white and light grey fast becoming our most popular options. They complement contemporary designs and open plan living spaces and contrast beautifully with solid black or dark wood furniture. Grout & Patterns. Special Effects. Tactile Texture. Outdoor Tiles.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 11, 2017

Photo: AC’s Gears Collection, available in three main options: a honed marble or two matte porcelains. AC’s Gears Collection , offered as a marble or porcelain water-jet mosaic, has several features that will turn your tile project into a unique one: interlocking 12×12 sheet. matte metallic-like porcelains.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 30, 2023

Las Vegas—Sika, a global supplier of specialty industrial chemicals, will bring its SikaTile solutions for gauged porcelain tile panel and slab (GPTP/S) installations to TISE 2023, held here at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center. They also appreciate our ability to deliver a full-line solution system for these installations.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 26, 2023

Virginia Tile is known for its extensive range of high-quality tile products, including porcelain, ceramic, natural stone, glass and metal sourced from top manufacturers worldwide. It also carries best-in-class installation solutions, grout and sealers.

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The London Tile Co.

MAY 16, 2018

Clare Phillips is an independent consultant on interior design and house building who has recently completed her own self-build project in Surrey. I’ve used porcelain, as it is a high-fired ceramic that makes for a tough tile to withstand changes of temperature and hard wear. Fewer grout lines gives a more streamlined look.

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JG Kitchens

MARCH 27, 2018

Grey, white, black remain the top three colors in that order for both floor and walls with greige (gray-beige) following as a close fourth depending on the collection’s design inspiration. This relatively new market segment continues to gather a head of steam – especially to reduce grouting in bathrooms and kitchen countertops.

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How to Floor Tile

JANUARY 22, 2018

There are plenty of moldings manufactured to fit almost any corner or design element. This is why you see so much Porcelain and ceramic that is patterned after the real thing because the real thing can be a pain to maintain and that is something we really don't think about much and that is, cleaning the shower. Prices aren't too bad.

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Garden State Tile Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Popular Commercial Tile Options Porcelain Tile is made from clay fired at a very high temperature, which makes it dense and solid, much more so than traditional ceramic tile. Porcelain tile is defined as any tile with a water absorption rate of 0.50 Smaller grout joints also lend to a more modern and appealing overall look.

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JG Kitchens

MARCH 27, 2018

Grey, white, black remain the top three colors in that order for both floor and walls with greige (gray-beige) following as a close fourth depending on the collection’s design inspiration. This relatively new market segment continues to gather a head of steam – especially to reduce grouting in bathrooms and kitchen countertops.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 14, 2014

Cement Tile Backsplash Design, Cost & Installation Tips. One of the biggest trends in cement tile is to use them for a backsplash – primarily a kitchen backsplash – like the one shown here and featured on Houzz by our friends, Philadelphia-based general contracting firm Buckminster Green. Pick the right grout color.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 29, 2022

Showgoers will be able to see, touch and experience a wide range of new and trend-setting product introductions from more than 750 global manufacturers representing over 30 countries. Impressively bold, Adagio is a perfect choice for extraordinary design. The Nash series allows one to update ceramic floors through its aged wood design.

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The London Tile Co.

JUNE 22, 2018

The cement effect trend seems as though it’s here to stay so we have decided to add another range to the mix. Atrium is a 1200x600mm large format tile made of strong porcelain which means it can be used on both walls and floors. Reflections has been designed to look like polished concrete so it does have a slightly glossy finish.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

New Tile Designs, Installation Products from Surfaces 2013. The company practices good stewardship (recycled content, reduced packaging, locally sourced materials), while producing eye-catching tile designs. Here are a few of my favorites: ARTO Bricks Mondrian tile design. ARTO Bricks Griffith tile design. Crossville Inc.’s

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 11, 2019

Depending on your design and material choices, your fireplace can either become the star of the room or the supporting role. Even though many of our tile series is strong enough to hold up to the heat of fire, the adhesives and grouts used to set the tile are not intended to have that much exposure to an open flame. We love them all.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 6, 2020

—Armstrong Flooring has received Good Design awards for Rigid Core Vantage, Migrations and Striations BBT, and Alterna engineered tile. It recognizes the latest, most advanced products and designs for their innovation and invention. It recognizes the latest, most advanced products and designs for their innovation and invention.

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The London Tile Co.

NOVEMBER 22, 2018

It’s no secret that wood effect is one of the biggest tile trends of the last few years, and as digital printing technology develops and improves the designs available are becoming more and more realistic. Porcelain is extremely strong, in fact it is close to diamond in hardness. Benefits of Wood Effect Tiles.

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The London Tile Co.

JULY 29, 2016

As this trend has increased in popularity more styles have become available – giving you plenty of options. Material is also important, and while it might be tempting to go for a cheaper ceramic tile, a porcelain wood effect tile will be much more cost effective in the long run. Use spacers to ensure the joints are even.

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