Tile Talk

MAY 20, 2014

Islamic Star Patterns in Tile Design. As a recent Art History graduate from Loyola Marymount University, the Arts of Islam became a favorite subject among the various cultures and styles I studied. With their vibrant colors and eye-catching shapes and designs, artisans have a near endless variety of choices of expression.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Not only is the category one of the most design-forward and technologically advanced options on the market, proponents say, but its eco-friendly attributes are a growing draw for consumers. agreed: “Study after study has shown that for both millennials and Gen Z, eco-friendliness and sustainability are critical attributes.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 18, 2013

Italian Made: Fashionable Tile, Design. The Italians are famous for their design sense. From the clothing and accessories they design to their timeless architecture and art work, and of course their legendary sports cars. The same determination applies to their design sense when it comes to tile. Tuesday, June 18, 2013.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 20, 2016

UofCTS also releases CTDA Certified Ceramic Tile Specialist (CCTS) Study Guide online course. The updated course offers a comprehensive look at ceramic tile uses, including industry standards, installation methods, avoiding problems, sales training, and how to work effectively with clients.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MARCH 29, 2016

This year, Coverings is excited to feature a couple of unique programs that showcase tile as a medium for creative design. The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) will exhibit tiled benches designed by their students, and the Chicago Mosaic School will provide interactive educational classes. SAIC Tiled Bench Exhibit.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

During the Spring of 2020, without access to standard tools and resources and looking for a way to focus on the importance of connectivity, Patcraft product designer, Linnzi Rich, said she turned her attention to her home—observing texture and materiality in the items around her. “As

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 1, 2020

In an effort to best serve the needs of the design community, Shaw Contract is introducing an LVT collection that can be used for wayfinding and zoning as well as a new Rugs platform tool.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Attendees of the “Materials & Trends” sessions will be provided updates on the latest trends, design inspirations and techniques within the world of tile and stone. Tenet sessions. A Coverings 2023 “Outdoor Spaces” tenet session will include “Tile Installation Solutions and Systems for Exterior Projects.”

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Picco’s considerations for material extraction and handling, cubic geometry studies, stone engineering, installation and fabrication proved intrinsic to meeting the delicate project requirements and high standards. The sculpture’s design required precision engineering and innovation with every solution.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Chicago—For the first time since June 2019, the commercial design community will gather in-person for NeoCon 2021, which returns to theMART here Oct. This year’s event is themed “Design Anew” and will include new product launches from leading and emerging brands, as well as presentations from industry leaders. collection. CROSSVILLE.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 14, 2023

Aladdin Commercial products provide end users with both design and performance attributes. Just as they do at home, Main Street customers desire variety of design, performance, ease of maintenance and budget options when shopping for flooring. The heart and soul of local communities witnessed a resilient rebound.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

National Tile Day, marking its fifth year, will be celebrated with brand-new imagery of creative tile designs, installations and applications shared across Coverings’ social media channels. EST, and will be presented by Bill Griese, director, standards development and sustainability initiatives, Tile Council of North America, Inc.,

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 19, 2021

“To not have been here would have been a missed opportunity,” said Mark Page, senior director, creative design and development, Mohawk Group. Mohawk, which won three Gold awards at the show (see sidebar), took full advantage of its time with designers to showcase its Waterways Project. The team continues to push the envelope.

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Giotile

JANUARY 14, 2015

In 1940, the Delnor hospital opened with beautiful interiors designed by Dorothy Draper. Designed as a “house of hope and cheer,” rooms were painted in pastel shades and trimmed with vibrant floral chintz curtains and bedspreads. Draper’s healthcare design philosophy was certainly ahead of the times. Connection to Nature.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 14, 2015

We list products by their ANSI designation so they can be specified to fit the exact needs of each project. The CUSTOM website offers resources that make specifying the right tile installation system fast and easy. Plus, you can always call on our team of Architectural Consultants for expert technical assistance.

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Granada Tile

MARCH 29, 2017

Installing cement tile flooring is a common request for many homeowners, interior designers and restaurant owners. One of the first things to do is to decide on the shape, design and colors of the tiles you want installed. Granada Tile has a wide range of tile sizes, designs and colors you can choose from when ordering tiles.

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Tile Talk

MAY 13, 2014

In our continuing effort to bring you the highest quality in cement tile products and designs, were happy to announce that our Artist Series now includes the Guillermo and Tania collection. This new collection, created by artists Guillermo Gomez Lama and Tania Marmolejo, boasts eight different designs, each presented with three color options.

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Realstone

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Visit this page for trending stone veneer fireplace designs. Innovative Fireplace Designs The Ledge Stone Fireplace Stones Effect The ledge stone brings a rugged and earthy feel to your fireplace, giving it a grounded yet modern look. The installation is straightforward, catering to both professionals and DIY enthusiasts.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 30, 2024

In support of its members and the wood flooring industry as a whole, the NWFA announced both new and existing initiatives designed to help contractors, manufacturers and distributors promote their business and the category at large. However, NWFA leadership says now is not the time to retreat.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 24, 2012

Drawing on my MBA knowledge and industry experience, I created a feasibility study and business plan to determine the needs and opportunities, and to establish that there was a need for a consultancy company in the ceramic tile and stone industries. The Ceramic Tile course includes industry standards and sales techniques.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MARCH 23, 2016

(ALEXANDRIA, VA— February 18, 2016) Coverings, the largest global tile & stone exposition in North America, has partnered with the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) and Chicago Mosaic School to develop unique programs that investigate the use of tile as a medium for creative design.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MARCH 4, 2016

(ALEXANDRIA, VA— February 18, 2016) Coverings, the largest global tile & stone exposition in North America, has partnered with the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) and Chicago Mosaic School to develop unique programs that investigate the use of tile as a medium for creative design.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 14, 2015

We list products by their ANSI designation so they can be matched to the exact needs of each project. Plus, you can always call on our Technical Services for expert assistance on any type of project.

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Granada Tile

OCTOBER 22, 2018

One study showed that 75 percent of all diners look up at least a restaurant’s menu before trying it for the first time. If even fast casual restaurants can pull off striking designs, diners will expect something aesthetically pleasing everywhere they eat. Designing a Space With a Tile Cement Floor. Go Loud or Soft.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MARCH 13, 2013

Recently terrazzo flooring has been used more due to the increased design options. Slip resistant standards-of-care and codes have been a moving target. The standard of care was expected to be a minimum of 0.60 standard. These same concerns apply to glass tile, natural stone, terrazzo and other hard-finish surfaces.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Studies show there are numerous benefits to home-based aging, such as increased life satisfaction, quality of life and self-esteem. What you should know about designing a home while aging in place. To meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility standards, doorways should be at least 36 inches wide.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JANUARY 31, 2020

Product quality, design, innovation, Italian origin, and sustainability are all key components of the Italian ceramic tile industry’s success. But, along with these well-established characteristics, ceramic panels have many other newly-developed qualities that make them an appealing and increasingly eco-friendly design solution.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 25, 2021

As facilities look for ways to improve infection control and simplify cleaning procedures, resilient surfaces are inherently designed to meet these needs,” said Adrienne Roseman, senior director of product management, Tarkett. No surprise that resilient flooring and all its iterations continue to lead the pack. “As Hospitality.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Earlier this year Diary of a Tile Addict was invited on a four-day ceramic tile study tour of Portugal. Portugal also has a handful of technically-advanced and design-led producers, such Revigres, who can compete with the leading manufacturers from Italy, Spain, Turkey, or South America in many product categories and formats.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Earlier this year Diary of a Tile Addict was invited on a four-day ceramic tile study tour of Portugal. Portugal also has a handful of technically-advanced and design-led producers, such Revigres, who can compete with the leading manufacturers from Italy, Spain, Turkey, or South America in many product categories and formats.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 10, 2013

These tiles come in a staggering array of shades (mostly of blue) and designs. The patterns evolved from early designs, and the basic tin-glazing and shaping technique has changed little since. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards. design trends. low cost design.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

Moroccan art and architecture has been steadily experiencing a renewed interest thanks to talented, visionary designer and architects. ” From an early age, pupils would study their craft under the tutelage of a master. It’s written by author, designer and photographer, Maryam Montague. backsplash designs.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

Costello Design & Consulting, LLC). It’s important to note that sustainable design is not a one-size-fits all feature. Search out an architect and interior designer who specialize in sustainability – and don’t settle for less. Designed by Boeri Studio, Bosco Verticale in Milan is the world’s first vertical forest.

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JG Kitchens

JUNE 24, 2020

It covers a new study showing a just-revealed coronavirus transmission risk — and what you can do to protect yourself and your family against it! Photo Courtesy: American Standard) This piece is for the Dads, Granddads, stepdads and foster dads: Didn’t get what you wanted for Father’s Day last weekend?

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 25, 2024

In fact, studies cited by CRI have shown that effectively cleaned carpets can trap allergens and other particles, resulting in fewer particles escaping into the air. Anderson Tuftex Anderson Tuftex designs products that put sustainability at the center, helping customers build comfort in their home.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

Sales of ceramic tile have outpaced overall floor covering sales, due to manufacturers improving designs in wood-type planks, glass tile and stone looks. Design-build contractors are reporting they are not seeing the big projects they saw a few years ago. Joint Center for Housing Studies, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Designer John Cialone of Tom Stringer Design Partners joined with a presentation on design trends and positive impacts. NALFA said Bradway’s expertise in standardization of test methods, organizing inter-laboratory studies and participating in ISO and ANSI meetings has provided great benefit.

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