Tile Talk
MARCH 31, 2015
'By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. Last week, I shared 3 Ways to Create Style with Plain Hexagon Tile. This week, I play with pattern on this powerful six-sided polygon. Here are three ways patterned hexagon tiles provide a stylish look using both ceramic and cement tiles - all available from Avente Tile. Our journey of creating style with hexagon tiles continues.
Kate-Lo Tile & Stone
MARCH 31, 2015
'Deluxe from Marca Corona is a wall and floor combo that epitomizes the Italian tradition for spaces that combine contemporary character with timeless allure. Meticulously replicating classic marbles such as Statuario, Emperador and Crema Marfil, Deluxe is the perfect solution for all residential and many commercial applications. Sizes include 12″ x 22″ wall tile, 1″ x 1″ polished wall mosaic, 12″ x 24″ matte floor, 24″ x 24″ polished floor, and co
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Tile+Mosaic
MARCH 29, 2015
'Hi all, New York City abounds with mosaics of all kinds if you know where to look. On a walk through Riverside Park in the Upper West Side of Manhattan I came upon Grant''s Tomb near West 122nd and Riverside Drive. Wrapping around the big grey sandstone Greek temple looking mausoleum is a extensive broken tile mosaic bench. It must be more than one hundred yards long and is in the style of Barcelona architect Antoni Gaudi.
Kitchens for Living
MARCH 27, 2015
'Let’s face it, things change. As we navigate those twists and turns of fate we can only hope to move forward, seeing new things with a fresh eye. Like it or not, change is a constant. You can dread it (understandable) or you can choose to embrace it. That said, it has been more than five years since I began my adventure as Kitchens for Living. Meeting fashion icon Jason Wu with the Brizo Blogger 19, September 2010.
Tile of Spain USA
MARCH 27, 2015
'The innovation and style of Tile of Spain can be seen in architectural structures around the world. Check out our Pinterest gathering of architectural projects featuring Spanish ceramic. Be sure to follow the board for continuous updates from Tile of Spain. Follow Tile of Spain’s board Projects featuring Spanish Tile on Pinterest. … Continue Reading.
Granada Tile
MARCH 31, 2015
In their otherwise black and white bathroom, Nick and Amber Wills of Wills Casa installed our Fez concrete tiles in their shower stall to perk things up and because they’d loved the pattern since they came across at Intelligensia Coffee in the Silver Lake section of Los Angeles. Because their shower stall area is actually not the square you might think from the photo above, there was some debate as to which way to lay the cement tile, square to the entrance to the shower or angled?
Tile Talk
MARCH 24, 2015
'By Bill Buyok , Avente Tile. With it''s classic six-sided shape, the hexagon is gaining and maintaining it''s elegant prowess in design circles (pun intended) once again. Here are three ways plain hexagon tiles lead to an overall stylish look. Our style guide below uses both ceramic, porcelain, and cement tiles - all available from Avente Tile. Hexagon Style Tip #1.
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The Tile Shop
MARCH 27, 2015
'Good morning! TGIF! I want to share a new vignette from our Altamonte Springs showroom and a remodeled space from one of our managers. This first bath is the Jackie vignette from Altamonte Springs featuring the Australia Canberra Stria and Capadocia Walnut natural stone. I was very happy with how this turned out….notice the Coffee/Drifwood robe hooks installed on the front shower walls.
Kitchens for Living
MARCH 27, 2015
'Let’s face it, things change. As we navigate those twists and turns of fate we can only hope to move forward, seeing new things with a fresh eye. Like it or not, change is a constant. You can dread it (understandable) or you can choose to embrace it. That said, it has been more than five years since I began my adventure as Kitchens for Living. Meeting fashion icon Jason Wu with the Brizo Blogger 19, September 2010.
The London Tile Co.
MARCH 27, 2015
'Wooden floors are great; they can look homely and rustic in one room and sleek and modern in another. But wooden floors can be hard to look after and extremely expensive. Wood effect floor tiles give you the look of wooden floors but with less of the maintenance – and at a much lower cost. They are also compatible with electric underfloor heating so you can have a warm feeling underfoot to go with the warm look of your floors!
Granada Tile
MARCH 31, 2015
A recent house tour on Domaine Home spotlits the Los Angeles home of Fall Out Boy guitarist, Joe Trohman, and his family. It was designed by Mat Sanders and Brandon Quattrone of Consort Design. The showpiece in the living room is the amazing and arresting fireplace surround clad in the black and white version of our Serengeti cement tiles. The bold pattern is the perfect balance for the undone, eclectic and casual space filled with strong pieces in a variety of styles, periods and colors.
As The Tile Turns
MARCH 19, 2015
'Do you ever wonder what a designer would put in her or his home? So do we! We recently had the opportunity to collaborate with Susan Schwab of Company KD on her personal residence. Here is a sneak peek behind the scenes. We love Schwab''s daring use of color and pattern! Susan selected Estrella Silver Blend glass mosaic from Artistic Tile as a dynamic focal point for her kitchen.
Kate-Lo Tile & Stone
MARCH 18, 2015
'For truly bold blocks of color, behold our Colour and Dimensions & CD Linear Collection’s for a kaleidoscope of color possibilities! With 32 colors in this glazed wall series, you’ve got a palette as rich as your imagination. Sizes are variable based on color and include; 8” x 20”, 6” x 6”, 6” x 24”, 4.25” x 8.5”, 4.25” x 4.25”, 4” x 16”, 3” x 6”, 2.09” x 8.58.
The Tile Shop
MARCH 26, 2015
'Good morning! I want to share some really creative pattern ideas from our sales team! These first patterns see our Aged Copper Aria mosaic reimagined into the herringbone pattern….LOVE these! Jim Pipitone from our Holland, Ohio showroom said, "Here is a picture of a blacksplash using Hampton Carrara Pillow Subway Tile and the awesome Aged Copper Aria Mosaic that our contractor JG & S Finishers recently did.
Tile of Spain USA
MARCH 18, 2015
'Look who is talking about Spain and Spanish tile! Here’s a look at some of the great photos and social media buzz from this year’s Tile of Spain trip to CEVISAMA 2015 featuring designer and architect winners of the Passport to Creativity contest. … Continue Reading.
The London Tile Co.
MARCH 25, 2015
'If you are lucky enough to have a balcony or roof terrace then you’ll know how important it is for it to be a relaxing environment. One way to help achieve this is to create a sleek and simple floor using Valverdi Indoor-Out tiles. The porcelain tiles come in two varieties; a 10mm indoor tile and co-ordinating 20mm outdoor tile, and are available in a range of gorgeous colours.
CUSTOM Insights Blog
MARCH 27, 2015
'The technical challenges of designing and specifying modern tile installations can be daunting without the right resources. Marcus Schiff, senior architect and specifier with Soderstrom Architects in Portland shares some of his tips on using large format tile, creating durable installations and forming business partnerships that have been crucial to his success.
Conestoga Tile Blog
MARCH 25, 2015
'Source: Conestoga Tile via Houzz. Installation by OHI Design Tile is a beautiful and durable material. The following are some of the most important benefits of ceramic tile we think you should consider as you prepare to remodel your home this new year: It is easy to maintain. Ceramic tile simply needs to be swept, mopped, and polished from time to time.
Kate-Lo Tile & Stone
MARCH 23, 2015
'Looking for a classic mosaic to complement your vintage-style bathroom? We are pleased to announce the arrival of marvelous mosaics that are perfect for that nouveau retro bath! Pair these with a stunning subway tile or a fabulous 4.25″x4.25″ tile to replicate a look that never goes out of style. We are currently stocking 1″x1″ matte glazed white hexagon, 2″x2″ matte glazed white hexagon, 2″ matte glazed white octagon with a white dot and 2″ matte
The Tile Shop
MARCH 25, 2015
'Good morning! I want to share some new designs from our Altamonte Springs, FL showroom with you today. They feature the new Pop and Cool tiles. This collection was inspired by what else. Pop Art! The colors and tactile surfaces were influenced by artists of this genre such as Roy Lichtenstein, Jean Dubuffet, and Andy Warhol (to name a few). We used all 4 colors in the new showroom….please click on the images to view and read my design tips: Have a great day!
The A to Z of Building
MARCH 18, 2015
'A new, annual ceramic and natural stone resource, for interior designers and construction professionals, has been launched in the UK. Produced by leading business-to-business magazine Tile & Stone.
The London Tile Co.
MARCH 23, 2015
'The gorgeous Zenith range of porcelain wall and floor tiles were used to create this gorgeous bathroom featured in Ideal Home magazine. Get the look using Zenith Cinza on the walls and floor and Zenith Negro in the shower area.
The Pulse: Ardex Americas
MARCH 24, 2015
'Tile Staining and Warping…NO MORE. Watch the ARDEX N 23™ Rapid Set Natural Stone and Tile Mortar????????????????? product demonstration video to see more! Did You Know?
Edgewater Studio
MARCH 29, 2015
'And now, for something little bit different. You might not know that Edgewater Studio applies its custom design capabilities outside the realm of glass and stone tiles, and does a fair bit of custom metal work. Don’t know what it’s like in your neck of the woods, but here in Vancouver where real estate costs are significant, apartments are getting increasingly smaller, homes.
CUSTOM Insights Blog
MARCH 27, 2015
'With over 30 years of experience in tile and stone installation, Kevin Killian of ProFast Commercial Flooring has learned a great deal about what it takes to succeed in the tile business. His knowledge and skill at adapting to new tile trends has led to a high demand for his services, as well as a unique perspective on how to provide customers with results that they want.
The Tile Shop
MARCH 24, 2015
'Good morning! I just got back from a visit to our new showroom in Orlando- Altamonte Springs. It turned out beautifully!! I''ll have photos to share with you soon. Here are some great customer installs from our stores: This first bathroom is from Marie Parnitke in our Deerfield, IL store. Marie says, "I just got this awesome picture from my customer who finished her beautiful bathroom!
ISC Surfaces
MARCH 27, 2015
'Graphic Effects White Space and Deep Pigment Graphic Effects features large format tiles with Visual Imaging, which adds texture, contrast and brightness to the surface of the tile to achieve intricate visual effects that have a synchronized flow from tile to tile. Large format sizing creates a bold design statement for walls and the soft sheen provides a subtle shimmer effect for added ambiance.
The Tile Doctor
MARCH 25, 2015
'As you are probably aware, subway tiles get their name from the tiles that were found on New York City subway stations in the eighties. These rectangular tiles can be arranged in a variety of creative patterns on walls. Once installed, they are super easy to keep clean with the grout firmly.
The A to Z of Building
MARCH 23, 2015
'Revival of construction activities has resulted in the moderate growth of the Ceramic Tile Market in the UK, which is expected to post a CAGR of 7.35 percent from 2014-2019, says research firm.
KB Culture
MARCH 17, 2015
'By the close of today, there will be a fair number of folks whose Irish eyes will be more, shall we say, sleepy, rather than smiling. Such celebrants might find a restorative soak in this bath the best—or at least the wisest—kind of nightcap. Paneled with polished ceramic slabs of an emerald green malachite pattern, the room is a fancy testament to the color of the day. granitifiandre.com.
CUSTOM Insights Blog
MARCH 27, 2015
'Tile contractors and specifiers have a growing number of concerns and questions regarding the installation of large format tile, such as surface preparation guidelines, mortar specifications, joint widths and more. This document provides information about some of the most frequently requested topics regarding large tile installations, including: Standards for installing large format tile How to prepare the surface before setting large tile or stone Setting material specifications for large form
Heath Ceramics
MARCH 30, 2015
'We Spy… Heath tile! It’s like regular tile, but better. Tag us on Instagram. #heathceramics Clockwise from top left: 1 / 2 / 3 / 4.
StonePeak Ceramics Blog
MARCH 31, 2015
'StonePeak is getting ready for a busy summer! If you are traveling on the 40 East Highway from Nashville to Knoxville you will not miss the large expansion StonePeak is under. We are getting ready to establish a new milestone in the history of porcelain tile manufacturing in the US. Our […].
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
MARCH 30, 2015
'With a total surface of only 31 square meters, this solitary writer’s retreat in Itaipava, Petrópolis, Brazil displays a cave-inspired design. According to the creative team at Architectare , the symbolism of the cave is very broad and diverse: “It suggests shelter, self-knowledge, return to basics, reflection, pregnancy, growth, freedom through thought and many other meanings that can be found in ancient people´s mythologies and suggest the use of this building as much as a shelter
Conestoga Tile Blog
MARCH 27, 2015
'Source: Schluter.com/ditra-heat Everyone likes to have warm toes in the wintertime, and one of the best ways to ensure that your feet won’t feel chilly is to install an electric floor heating system, such as Ditra-Heat , within your home. Doing so will not only keep your toes toasty, it could also help you keep your home heating bills from rising throughout the winter.
Edgewater Studio
MARCH 24, 2015
'“Wall Couture”, in the April edition of North Carolina’s Design Today, profiles recent trends in unique wall coverings. A great profile of “nouveau” designer wallpapers, that have been seeing a resurgence in popularity. Those of us with enough gray hair can remember the less-than- attractive wallpapers in our childhood homes, and the nightmare involved in removing them.
CUSTOM Insights Blog
MARCH 27, 2015
'CUSTOM''s newly-expanded line of large format tile mortars offers tile contractors and architects more options than ever to help meet the demands of installations that use larger-sized tiles. Due to the dimensions of larger tile, supporting mortars need to provide more even, durable support and fuller coverage for the tiles. To address this, CUSTOM offers several mortars that offer benefits to large format tile installations.
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