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Tidying Up: How to Clean Up Different Tile Types

Architectural Ceramics

Handmade ceramics are often hand-painted. your handmade ceramic tile has a crackle finish, clean it the same way you would a hand-painted tile. To further protect against stains, seal the tile once a year, with one of our sealant products. With our sealants, you’re able to protect your investment. Natural Stone.

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Documenting Architecture with Photos

Life of an Architect

It’s called “rough in” because there’s aren’t any exposed finished pieces of plumbing exposed … this is all the hidden nasty bits that will be covered up with finished materials (like cabinets, tile, wood paneling, and painted sheet rock). No paint on these walls either. Foam insulation.