Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 7, 2020

The recent boom in the housing market is a boon to the natural stone category. The flooring industry in general, and the natural stone category in particular, is starting to reap the benefits of such activities. Of all surfacing types, natural stone also has the ability to increase resale value of a home due to its classic aesthetics.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 15, 2017

We hope this industrial-looking water-jet mosaic gets you thinking of installing it in your own home. 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. About Our Gears Collection. mesh-mounted backing.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

In its 10 th year, Boutique Design New York (BDNY) showcases trends targeted to the hospitality boutique and lifestyle market. With over 750 manufacturers, and attended by 8,000+ designers, architects, owners, developers and specifiers, the two inspiring days each November are nothing less than exciting and drool-worthy. Booth prep!

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 11, 2017

We hope this industrial-looking water-jet mosaic gets you thinking of installing it in your own home. 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. About Our Gears Collection. mesh-mounted backing.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Until then, we’re here to get you in the holiday mood with two mood boards that are spot-on with a current interior design trend: going for gold, home accents that is. This small-scale decorative tile adds interest to the other flat field tiles featured on the mood board, because of its etched design. AC’s Noble Collection.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 8, 2018

Every year, Architectural Ceramics travels to the Coverings Tile & Stone Show to discover new products, meet new industry allies, and strengthen our vendor & customer relationships. Last year, world-wide vendors came together for “the global tile and stone experience” hosted in Orlando, Florida. Show Stand-outs.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 26, 2018

When designing a home inspired by the beach, the ocean is an obvious jumping off point. AC’s Sonoma Tile Maker’s line, the Vihara Collection, color Puka Iridescent, eHex mosaic. The elongated hexagon mosaic is in the color Puka with an Iridescent finish. Shell Mosaics. Stone & Glass Mosaics.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 21, 2021

Continuing its downward trajectory, ceramic tile sales in 2020 experienced a low, single-digit decline in terms of overall dollar sales and similar declines in terms of volume. Ceramic tile sales in 2020 declined roughly 5%. of dollar sales for the gradually increasing hard surface market and 24.6% Imports vs. domestics.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 12, 2019

Check out the gallery below that rounds up a few of our favorite interiors from designers coast-to-coast; and the AC’s collections that follow it. Our City Hall Collection , includes ceramic subway field tiles, coordinating trims and this penny round mosaic. The mosaic, shown here, is available in either a glossy or matte finish.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 10, 2020

When it comes to natural stone, specialty retail has it tough. However, natural stone has its advantages—i.e., higher profit margins, greater application opportunities, unique style and design. Natural stone adds tremendous value when used strategically. Mosaic floors and backsplashes are hugely popular today.

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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. Here, we’re naming just a few of our tile collections that include a matte black ceramic, porcelain or stone. Aristocrat.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 18, 2022

By Megan Salzano-Birch—Las Vegas— Coverings 2022 was a showcase in innovative product design and immersive technology, which is thriving within the ceramic and stone category today despite obvious obstacles. The finish allows traditional indoor lines to become suitable for exteriors without any change to the visual design.

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 11, 2019

For interior designer Mary Douglas Drysdale, the vision for her client’s master bathroom started with a classic material choice: white marble. Classic design with a modern sensibility. Classic design with a modern sensibility. Interior Design by Mary Douglas Drysdale, featuring AC tile. A Classically Planned Space.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 31, 2019

We also have a crush on a new bathroom design trend may, however, have you on edge: the shower ledge. So when design dictates a square niche, at least it can be well-thought out and well-placed. So when design dictates a square niche, at least it can be well-thought out and well-placed. Image Credit via Emily Henderson Design.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

The newly released 450+ page resource offers an extensive and varied assortment of products for interior and exterior design, catering to both residential and commercial needs. Trend analysis, worldwide procurement, sales expertise and leadership has led to this comprehensive catalog that delineates Emser’s array of offerings.”

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 25, 2018

Designers of commercial spaces like hospitality, use porcelain tile because it often has a higher coefficient of friction. Ancient Stone. If this blog is about porcelain, then why does the collection’s name say stone? Because porcelains like our Ancient Stone Collection , are made to look like natural stone.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Daltile, Marazzi, AO Daltile, Marazzi and AO launched new products that cater to five themes driving home design today: Elevate Life, Dreamscape, Seize The Day, Essential Luxury and Tender Living. The company also continued to highlight its “Shop By Look” wall, which features QR codes to help guide consumers through the sale.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 22, 2017

Here, Virginia-based firms Thorsen Construction and Southern Kitchens teamed up with Architectural Ceramics to design a kitchen space that features a ceramic tile with a playful feel. Sagatov Design + Build , located in Falls Church, VA., Here, this kitchen design puts the backsplash front and center.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 30, 2017

Whether you are working with a designer or like to do-it-yourself, we can all learn from professional tile contractors and installers. It’s no secret that natural stone has natural variation. speaks to a scary common client question: can natural stone can be hand-picked? In an interview with Vallefuoco Contractors, LLC.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 17, 2018

Since we’re on the heels of our March Madness: ACI’s Final Four Tile Matchups blog, let’s round out a list in the same main tile types: porcelain, ceramic, glass and natural stone. Shown above, the penny round mosaic in the Petrolio color is on trend with its dark green-blue hue. Nickel & Dimed.

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Realstone

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Introduction to Kitchen Tile Designs The kitchen , where timeless meets contemporary, can be transformed by tiles. They are more than functional; they are the essence of style and the pop of color that breathes life into every kitchen’s interior design. These tiles are typically made from ceramic , porcelain or stone.

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Realstone

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Introduction to Kitchen Tile Designs The kitchen , where timeless meets contemporary, can be transformed by tiles. They are more than functional; they are the essence of style and the pop of color that breathes life into every kitchen’s interior design. These tiles are typically made from ceramic , porcelain or stone.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 13, 2018

Ladies, let’s focus on spaces designed by moms for moms. Stuart Nordin, owner of Stuart Nordin Home & Design located in Alexandria, Virginia, is a mother of three young boys and knows what it’s like to balance it all. As a mother, Nordin designs for her clients the same way she would design for herself.

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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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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 28, 2017

Watch any interior design show on HGTV or DIY Network, and an open concept layout is in. Let’s kill two trendy birds with one stone: an accent wall in a chevron mosaic. Photo: Master bath designed by Chase Builders, photo via AC on Houzz. The master bath, designed by Chase Builders , is a trendy yet timeless space.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

“Fossil tile is a unique mashup that suits the evolving tastes of today,” said Peter Pasterski, vice president of sales. Although often used separately, petrified wood and concrete come together in the Fossil tile collection resulting in a fusion of the two design styles. The range of options add to the collection’s flexibility.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Rather than focus its Phase 1 introductions on line extensions to core collections, the company unveiled an array of unique visuals, species and products designed to provide its retail partners with something different. Michael was particularly excited about Discover, “a much larger-scale, very specific, high-end design. Rogers, Ark.,

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Rockville Showroom Senior Designer Ginnie Schielke, and her client, Architect Rebecca Mann of Edge Mann Studio , kept her bathroom clean and clutter-free with our City Hall Collection. Mann was up for the design challenge. ” I strive to create designs that are simple, flexible, functional, and beautiful.”

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MARCH 26, 2013

Five years ago, in the deepest nadir of the Great Recession, Atanasio launched a new line of tile and stone, AlysEdwards. In the 12 months she has been at Country Floors, she has designed 14 new lines, which are about to be unveiled at Coverings. My commitment is to bring forth beautiful tile and stone products.

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The Tile Shop

JULY 31, 2015

I have some awesome customer photos and a newly designed space from our Matthews, NC showroom to share with you today. a beautiful stone bathroom from Steve Gilerman in our Westbury, NY showroom. Steve worked with Precision Plus Contractors to design this space.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 27, 2018

Through high-definition printing, porcelain tiles can mimic other materials like cement or natural stone that are typical of an outdoor setting. Natural Stone & Specialty Ceramic. Think about it, natural stone has been a natural choice in an outdoor application for centuries. But you don’t have to settle for the norm.

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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. The product above is a fun chevron glass mosaic from our Devotion series, the pattern is Echo shown in the Million Dollar Blend. Making the most of your fireplace design. More on that later. .

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Kitchen and Residential Design

DECEMBER 3, 2013

Kitchen and Residential Design. Notes and anecdotes from the design world. This beautiful table is for sale. That joinery is in the center of a table designed and built by my friend Kevin Fitzpatrick. That joinery is in the center of a table designed and built by my friend Kevin Fitzpatrick. Its also for sale.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

When considering large-format square field tile, common sizes are: 12″x12″, 18″x18″, and 24″x24″ Decorative or square accent tiles are most commonly seen in 4″x4″ or 6″x6″ Lastly, square mosaics are often mesh-mounted in a 1″x1″ or 2″x2″ size.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Dallas, Texas—This Friday is National Tile Day 2024 and Daltile , the largest designer and manufacturer of tile in North America, wants to kick-off the celebration by highlighting the myriad of attributes that make tile an outstanding component of residential and commercial design, construction and remodeling.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

He teamed up with Baltimore-based design firm, Aumen Asner to create a clean and contemporary reception space for the Raven’s corporate offices. The desk is beautifully clad in a neutral and natural stone look-a-like material from our Slim Slab Collection. AC’s Silk Stone featured indoors and out.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 16, 2018

It’s refreshing to see color in a space that could otherwise have been a monochromatic white-on-white design. Tatami: Our Tatami Collection features marble mosaics with soft color and texture. One of those mosaic options, mixes in Ming Green marble. Marakesh: Looking for just a splash of green in your tile design?

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