CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

Paving the way for the tile and flooring industries, Mid America Tile is thrilled to announce the game-changing new midamericatile.com. As the go-to resource for innovative looks in tile and flooring, Mid America Tile provides exceptional customer service and the best selection in the Chicagoland area. Now you can filter and search for tile by color, size, finish, style, and more—all available to you 24/7 on our brand new mobile-friendly website!

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Tile of Spain USA

SEPTEMBER 30, 2015

Architects and designers can enter to win a trip to Spain. . Miami, FL September 2015 – Tile of Spain, the international brand representing 125 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers’ Association (ASCER), is now accepting entries for the 2016 “Passport to Creativity” contest. The contest gives architects and interior designers an opportunity to enter to win a free trip to Spain.

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JG Kitchens

SEPTEMBER 29, 2015

It’s another book-writing deadline week for me, so rather than create a new blog post, I’m sharing links to some articles I’ve written recently that may be of value to you or your friends. Here’s one on getting your household in back to school shape. It’s about that time of year when you’ve figured out what doesn’t work!

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The London Tile Co.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

It’s easy to pick up a multi-purpose floor cleaner in the supermarket, but did you know that these products can actually damage your tiled floors? The harsh chemicals in these cleaners can be damaging to porcelain and ceramic tiles, as well as the grout that holds them in place. Luckily the tile cleaning and sealing experts at LTP have created a gentle floor tile cleaner for use on both porcelain and ceramic floor tiles.

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The Tile Shop

SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

Good morning! I want to share some awesome customer photos with you today! This first bathroom is from Joseph Hessling in our Holland, OH showroom. Joe used some amazing tile combinations in this space!! I love the transitional styling…combining the contemporary glass tile and tub with the more traditional slate floor and chandelier. Fantastic!! Joe used the Baoding Creme Slate Versailles Pattern , Tempesta Neve Marble , Woodlawn Stria and our LaSalle glass to create this stunning look: Please c

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Tile+Mosaic

SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

Hi all, Over the years I've enjoyed adapting my hand made ceramic tiles for use in furniture. In Fall of 2014 I posted photos and a description of a coffee table with a tile top in a Navajo rug design. You can view it here. More recently I took a design from an Amish quilt pattern called The Amish Star for use in the top of an end table. I'm reminded that so many existing designs can be adapted for use in tile including the floor tile in an Oriental Rug motif as used in the Adamson House feature

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Granada Tile

SEPTEMBER 30, 2015

In the most recent issue of Lonny Magazine , a black and white palette equals instant sophistication in the “London in Los Angeles” Hancock Park neighborhood townhouse of design publicist Molly Schoneveld. The bathroom pre-renovation was beige and blah. Afterwards, a vintage brass lotus light, a Turkish kilim rug and black walls add up to dramatic elegance.

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JG Kitchens

SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

Every year, the international tile industry gathers in Bologna, Italy for Cersaie, a global trade show for the latest products and trends. My latest Pinterest Board gives a preview of what’s to come this year. You’ll likely see these new styles and trends in 2016 and 2017. Enjoy! Geometrics are hot in carpeting and tile (Photo Courtesy: Architonic).

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The London Tile Co.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

The signs are all there; shops are filled with chunky knitwear, thermostats all over the country are clicking on and pumpkin spice lattes are back. While we love picnics and barbecues, it’s time to give in to the colours, flavours and trends of Autumn. As the seasons change so do the design trends, and we’ve pulled together our favourite fall ideas for your kitchen.

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The Tile Shop

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

Good morning! I'd like to share some fantastic customer photos with you today. These first two designs are from Carlo Maltempi in our Commack, NY showroom. Love the tile designs/selections! Please click on the images to view: Featuring Madison Silver , Snow Stria and Hampton Carrara Profiles: Next, a fireplace from San and Rachel in our Little Rock, Arkansas store.

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Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

Adding a contemporary flair to a timeless design, these marble hexagon mosaics have a unique random 3D texture. Available in four colors including; Bianco Carrara, London Grey, New Smoke and Blue/Beige. Special order from Olympia, 1- 2 weeks.

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Granada Tile

SEPTEMBER 30, 2015

In the October 2015 issue of House Beautiful, this beautiful sketch of a dream kitchen by interior designer Jenny Wolf puts our Badajoz cement tiles front and center, setting the stage for style and sophistication in this country house kitchen made modern with industrial touches and a soothing palate, As summer moves into fall and winter, kitchens once again become the centerpiece of the home.

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Tile of Spain USA

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

In just one week, Cersaie 2015 will open in Bolgna, Italy. 91 ceramic wall and floor tile manufacturers from Spain will be showcasing their new collections inspired by the latest design trends and technological innovations. Here’s a look at some of the Tile of Spain trends we’ve seen in remodeling and decorating projects all over the world. These companies can all be found at Cersaie 2015.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2015

The bigger the tile, the more you need CUSTOM. Planning on installing large tile on walls? Not all mortars are created equal! You’ll need mortar with a high polymer content that won’t sag or slip. CUSTOM offers mortars ideal for holding large format tile on walls and even ceilings successfully. Remember, large format tile is any tile with one or more sides 15” or longer, backed by CUSTOM’s lifetime system warranty when used with a qualifying system of products.

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The London Tile Co.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

Bevelled tiles never really go out of style as they can be used to create a range of different looks. From country to industrial, using a metro tile with the right grout, layout and colour scheme can give you the look you want. Our new Essential Metro range of gloss bevelled brick tiles are great value for money, and are available to order online now.

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The Tile Shop

SEPTEMBER 21, 2015

Good morning! Justin Frost, our new Assistant Design Development Manager, wanted to share some of his latest events with everyone. Justin travels around the country hosting network events in our showrooms and doing trade shows to promote the Tile Shop. Here are some of Justin's latest Pro Networking Events: Please click on the images to view: Here's Justin at the ASID Design Awards and Chapter Leadership Conference in Boston, MA: NKBA Awards Gala MN Chapter: NKBA Lunch and Learn, Charlotte, NC:

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Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

SEPTEMBER 21, 2015

Timeless and versatile, Ontario matte glazed porcelain mosaics are available in a variety of colors and sizes to provide traditional styling in both residential and commercial spaces. All colors except Biscuit in stock at our Plymouth location. Biscuit available special order, 1 – 2 weeks from Olympia.

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Granada Tile

SEPTEMBER 29, 2015

Los Angelenos love the Fez cement tile floo r at Silver Lake coffee shop Intelligentsia. One couple, Jason and Laura O’Dell, owners of Silver Lake Boutique Bucks & Does , show how much they love the cement tile design with a collection of clothing that features the encaustic tile pattern on a cute ruffled blouse and skirt. Fez -tastic!

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Tile of Spain USA

SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

91 Spanish manufacturers of ceramic floor and wall tiles make up this year’s participation in the thirty-second edition of the fair CERSAIE to be held from September 28 to October 2 in Bologna (Italy). Once again, the group formed by the Spanish ceramic companies is the main foreign participation in CERSAIE. A total of 109 Spanish companies exhibiting at the fair (wall and floor tiles, bathroom equipment and related sectors).

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

Continuum Apartments in Allston/Brighton The capital of Massachusetts and one of the nation’s oldest cities, Boston is an iconic destination with a rich history. Home to many large corporations and major universities, the city draws people of all ages for careers and education — and to get a taste of what makes Boston so special. Here, inspiring, ornate buildings dating back centuries stand next to ultramodern high-rises and developments of the 21st century.

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KB Culture

SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

Continuing on the topic of mixing wood with stone , this floor would elevate any bathroom or kitchen. No, it's not encaustic tiles or herringbone parquet—but there are times when beauty and craftsmanship win out over fashion. parchettificiotoscano.it.

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Conestoga Tile Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2015

Gone are the days when the laundry area in a home was relegated to a dark, damp corner of the basement, or a tiny, stuffy closet. Just as with the rest of the home, we now want our laundry room to be a visually appealing place to spend time – while also providing great function and utility. The top priority is certainly the quality of appliances you buy, but coming in strong at second on the scale of importance is the flooring.

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The Tile Doctor

SEPTEMBER 17, 2015

It’s Fall Yall! Fall is my favorite time of the year to entertain, cook and just enjoy the beautiful weather with friends and family. Today I am sharing one of the most helpful DIY projects for all my cooking and entertaining needs this Fall. DIY tile trivets can now.

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ISC Surfaces

SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

Color Appeal Abstracts Fountain Blue in 4 x 12 Wavy Glass Tile Abstracts , from American Olean's Entourage Collection, is a 4" x 12" Wavy Glass Tile in the 8 best-selling Color Appeal colors : Pearl, Silver Cloud, Cloud Cream, Plaza Taupe, Vintage Mint, Fountain Blue, Mink, and Charcoal Gray. Entourage is a collection of eight new outstanding glass tile, glass mosaic, and glass / natural stone blend mosaics.The highly original combinations of color and texture include linear designs, rectangular

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

SEPTEMBER 15, 2015

Construction was scheduled to begin on a luxurious residence in Vancouver, BC. Interior and exterior areas of the new home were to be fitted with floor and wall tile in the kitchen, bathrooms, deck, patio and wall feature in the common area. Intricate design and high-end tile installations required premium, long-lasting installation materials. Read more here!

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2015

Roofdeck Pool at Evo Cira Centre South Philadelphia is one of America’s oldest cities, and its historic and ornate architecture has wowed architects and design enthusiasts since its development in the 18th century. While larger apartment buildings may not have the same curb appeal as an ornate Victorian home, we’ve discovered some historic features amid the modern renovations to many Philadelphia apartments.

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Edgewater Studio

SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

After a few exciting months of resettling, Edgewater Studio is proud to announce our new location: 105 – 758 Copping Street, North Vancouver, in beautiful BC, Canada! In this bright new facility, we join a wonderful community of surrounding businesses, including Gretchen’s Here and Now Bakery, Black Kettle Brewery, Yoga Root, Final Touch Window Coverings, the North Vancouver Auto.

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Stone Update

SEPTEMBER 29, 2015

Company notes the development of its trench drain system, and thanks clients for a decade of growth as it increases services and products for the stone industry and other trades.

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The Tile Doctor

SEPTEMBER 30, 2015

I needed extra storage space in my shower and thought that the perfect way to do that was to add a corner shelf to my shower. I was looking for something that was easy to install and something that would work with my existing travertine tiled bathroom. I knew that.

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Heath Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 29, 2015

Today’s the day! Our book @tilemakestheroom is out! Thanks to @tenspeedpress, @simoneearnhardt, @marikoreed, and @volumator for making this come to life. #tilemakestheroom (at Heath Ceramics San Francisco).

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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

A country kitchen design can bring a lot of warmth to your kitchen space. Country kitchens speak of comfort; that cozy and inviting feel that appeals to so many homeowners as of late. The rise in popularity is entirely warranted, as it blends function and design seamlessly. A country kitchen remodel provides you with a kitchen space that suits your needs as well as displaying loads of personality.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

Chicago is the epicenter of the Midwest. It’s home to a thriving nightlife, great downtown beaches in the summer and famous attractions that make it a popular tourist destination. Visitors flock to well-known sites such as the Shedd Aquarium, Millennium Park and the John Hancock Center, and the Magnificent Mile offers some of the best shopping in the region.

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Conestoga Tile Blog

SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

As the trend of designing “green” homes continues to gain speed, it’s clear that making the choice to be eco-friendly now broadens, rather than limits, your options. Certainly you can aim for this goal with a simple decision to do so. However, we recommend learning a bit more about why “green” options are an excellent choice, and this includes tile.

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ISC Surfaces

SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

Gotham Dockside 12x24 Gotham by Crossville delivers unique design possibilities by capturing the most desired hues in stained concrete. Its subtle striations and aggregate finishes create depth and integrity. Colors: Clock Tower, Dockside, Lamp Post, Mainline, Pavement, Penthouse Porcelain Tile (in inches): 12x24, 2x6 Trims & Accents: Bullnose, Cove Base Other Features: Made in the USA, Pre-Consumer Recycled Content, CrossSheen Finish, Green Squared Certified, Get Planked Program, Certified

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

Glass tile is very ppular but many installation problems can be easily avoided Do you know the best practices for installing glass tile? What mortars are best? How do I avoid visible mortar voids? And what should I know about glass tile’s thermal expansion/contraction? Read our critical tips below and watch the video above for demonstrations. When setting glass, it’s important to not cut corners.

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Heath Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

The opening for Morphology Friday night was a huge success. Thank you to all who attended! Brendan’s mind-bending work transformed the Boiler Room into a world of discovery—never has that space looked so perfectly eerie, foreign, and intimate. Morphology will be up until October 25, 2015. Visit the Boiler Room site for more information.

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Giotile

SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

Everyone enjoys a freshly painted environment, including office employees. But, if you are considering a new office paint color, you’ll need to look beyond the trends, colors of the year, and even what you like. Color creates a powerful emotional stimulus, and your color choice can stimulate, energize, inspire, calm, soothe, or focus your employees.

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