August, 2021

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Experimenting with Ceramic Formats

Tile of Spain USA

The idea that square tiles are the only option for floors and walls has become a thing of the past. Tile of Spain manufacturers offer collections in planks, geometrics, high-reliefs and many other formats that allow design ideas to be carried out in an entirely new way. Below is a glimpse of ways that experimenting with formats can transform a design. .

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Trending in Marble: Moving Beyond Fixed Finishes

As The Tile Turns

When you imagine modern marble , you probably picture a gleaming expanse of smooth stone, perhaps as elegant hallway flooring or a bathroom backsplash. These represent excellent use of marble tiles, but this “the-more-the-merrier” approach doesn't appeal to all designers and homeowners. In reality, marble is far more versatile than most people realize.

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TOTAL SOLUTIONS PLUS ANNOUNCES HIGHLIGHTS FOR 2021

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE. CONTACT. Sarah Thompson. Ceramic Tile Distributors Association. 630-545-9415. Saraht@cmservices.com. TOTAL SOLUTIONS PLUS ANNOUNCES HIGHLIGHTS FOR 2021. (GLEN ELLYN, IL, August 4, 2021) – Total Solutions Plus (TSP) is excited to bring the ceramic tile industry back together to network and learn from each other, in person. Total Solutions Plus is brought to you by Ceramic Tile Distributors Association , the National Tile Contractors Association , the Tile Council of North

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Using Porcelain and Ceramic Tile in Outdoor Kitchens

Why Tile

Outdoor kitchens are rising in popularity as a way to create more living space outdoors and to better enjoy the beauty of nature. Nature’s not the only beautiful thing to look at in an outdoor kitchen — with stunning porcelain and ceramic tile options, you can create an outdoor kitchen that will rival any area… The post Using Porcelain and Ceramic Tile in Outdoor Kitchens appeared first on Why Tile.

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How a Backsplash Can Update a Space

Granada Tile

Design by Chris Barrett Design featuring Serengeti 913 A via GranadaTile.com. Often when people undertake a kitchen or bathroom renovation, the end-product doesn’t quite live up to what they envisioned. Simply adding a backsplash, however, can create a whole new look without total deconstruction. Check out what makes a backsplash, how to effectively use them, and how it can add value to your home.

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FCEF focused on taking its message to the streets

Floor Covering News

I f the Floor Covering Education Foundation (FCEF) wasn’t on your radar before, it should certainly be top of mind now. The group, whose primary mission is to bring together representatives from all aspects of the flooring industry to tackle the installation crisis, has been making the rounds at virtually all the major flooring industry conferences and trade shows to drum up awareness and support for its cause.

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La Roca Camper, a CID Award Winning Project

Tile of Spain USA

During this year’s annual Coverings Installation & Design (CID) Awards special recognition in the International category was awarded to Tomás Alonso Studio for La Roca Camper. Located in La Roca Village, an outlet shopping center in Barcelona, Spain, the Camper store is an enticing footwear boutique that offers guests an exciting shopping experience while simultaneously propelling them into the world of Spanish ceramics.

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How to Choose Outdoor Pizza Ovens

Kitchen and Residential Design

Outdoor ovens are in different designs and styles. So you need to consider certain factors when choosing one. In this buying guide, we will discuss the different things that differentiate outdoor pizza ovens. This will assist you in making an excellent choice for your garden. Choosing an Outdoor Pizza Oven – Buying Guide When choosing an outdoor oven, consider the following: The Fuel Type There are 2 types of fuel to use when making pizza in the garden: wood and gas.

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Ceramic Tile’s Benefits for Allergy Sufferers

Why Tile

Anyone who suffers from allergies knows the perils of allergy season, but while we tend to think of the culprits as living outside, many allergens can be found right inside your home. Your home’s flooring, specifically, can contribute to allergies, with certain flooring types harboring dust mites and other allergens, creating an environment conducive to… The post Ceramic Tile’s Benefits for Allergy Sufferers appeared first on Why Tile.

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4 Timeless Patterns from Our Olvera Collection

Granada Tile

Design by Zelig Architecture featuring Huesca via GranadaTile.com. Our Olvera Collection is a fantastic choice for interior and exterior design projects. These tiles produce a long-lasting and welcoming look and combine well with our Echo Collection to create sleek styles for backsplashes or floors. Check out some timeless patterns from the Olvera Collection and take your design to the next level!

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Mapei launches Planiprep 4 LVT

Floor Covering News

Deerfield Beach, Fla.— Planiprep 4 LVT, a new high-moisture-resistant skimcoat and embossing leveler from Mapei, can be used to level off and smooth over existing ceramic and stone surfaces. The premixed, acrylic-resin-based product is designed for use in interior residential and commercial applications. “It can be used to level down to a featheredge or to smooth over in layers up to 1.5mm thick,” said Jeff Johnson, business manager for floor covering installation systems.

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Call FOR ENTRIES: TILE OF SPAIN AWARDS 2021

Tile of Spain USA

The Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturer’s Association (ASCER) announces the call for entry for the monumental 20th annual Tile of Spain Awards of Architecture, Interior Design and Final Degree Project. Sponsored by Endesa, the Spanish Institute for Foreign Trade (ICEX), and Port Valencia, the Tile of Spain Awards have forged a prestigious reputation, promoting the use of Spanish ceramic tiles in architecture and interior design projects worldwide.

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Kibak Tiles

Diary of a Tile Addict

If you read us regularly you’ll know all about our company collection posts that share five companies to keep an eye on. But there are too many for our once-a-month posts to keep up with so this week we are bringing you a new company each day. Monday to Friday we’ll be sharing some wonderfully exciting creatives and brands and we hope you love them as much as we do!

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NTCA Reference Manual: An Invaluable Tool for the Tile Industry

Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

Are you familiar with the NTCA Reference Manual ? It's an invaluable tool for the tile industry and a well-respected companion document to the TCNA Handbook for Ceramic, Glass, and Stone Tile Installation and ANSI standards. We caught up with Bart Bettiga , Executive Director of the National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) to learn more.

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Blue-Green Tile: Teal, Turquoise, Aqua, and Peacock Tile Ideas

Why Tile

The strong desire to connect with nature has led recent interior decor trends toward earth tones as well as water-inspired colors, textures, and designs. New blue-green hues have evolved from the biophilic palette to bring unique variations ranging from vibrant turquoise to mellow aqua, stylish teal, and regal peacock shades. Colors in the Blue-Green Family… The post Blue-Green Tile: Teal, Turquoise, Aqua, and Peacock Tile Ideas appeared first on Why Tile.

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Pushing the Boundaries of Design with Mary Welch Fox Stasik & Garden State Tile

Garden State Tile Blog

A few lucky Charleston homeowners just got a fresh new home update thanks to lowcountry-based designer Mary Welch Fox Stasik. In HGTV’s new series Breaking Bland , Mary Welch uses her eclectic style to push the boundaries of design and create authentic, custom spaces that are personalized to each client. Garden State Tile collections were selected for designs in three episodes to add visual depth, pattern, and interest to kitchens, bathrooms, and mudrooms.

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Innovations drive interest in cork, bamboo

Floor Covering News

By Reginald Tucker—C ork and bamboo. They might not have the widespread, mainstream appeal as other resilient and hardwood floor coverings that are so wildly popular today, but that by no means minimizes the positive attributes both flooring categories offer residential and commercial end users alike. From their well-documented environmentally friendly benefits to their unique visual characteristics, cork and bamboo flooring provide a desirable alternative to many of the commodity-driven hard su

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Tile Collections from Indonesia Feature Trending Shapes

Rubble Tile

Zen Paradise natural stone and pebble tiles are inspired by the tranquil, gorgeous beaches of Indonesia and Southeast Asia. They are passionate about ensuring their products are organic, high quality, and ethically sourced. On the many islands where Zen Paradise’s materials are found, nature produces.

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Ramona Paloma Tile Studio

Diary of a Tile Addict

A studio born of friendship, Ramona Paloma crafts delight and whimsy fresh from clay. Despite having lived virtually parallel lives for many years, it wasn’t until 1998 when studio founders Tracy and Soozee first met and bonded over a shared love of art. Beginning with jewellery, a surprising forray into tiled pet-feeding-tables for a charity auction led them towards the welcoming, charming arms of ceramics.

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How to Evaluate a Finished Tile Installation

Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

What goes into evaluating a finished tile installation? At times, this can be the most frustrating part of the project - for both the installer and the homeowner or project owner. Why? Because of finished tile expectations, naturally-occurring variations and other unexpected situations that fall within industry standards.

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Cement Tile Fresh for Summer

Cement Style

A Villa Lagoon Tile favorite, Katie , is now featured in fresh green tones to keep your space summer-ready all year long. Featured in the June/July 2021 issue of House Beautiful, our Katie Fresco Cement Tile makes an appearance in the stunning Palm Beach project by designer Phoebe Howard. Photo by Noe DeWitt. Built in 1891, this beachy victorian home known as “the Duck’s Nest”, is the second oldest residential building in Palm Beach.

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Artisan Appeal: Introducing Saratoga

Garden State Tile Blog

Echo the handcrafted aesthetic of traditional zellige tile with the Saratoga ceramic wall tile collection from Garden State Tile. This white-body ceramic tile collection is available in a glossy 2.5″x8″ subway tile format with 6 earthy and botanical inspired color options. Saratoga’s irregular edging and light-catching shade variation brings an artisan appeal to backsplashes, showers, and interior walls – shining at any angle.

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Design with dark, dramatic Emser Tile

Floor Covering News

While pale grays and neutral colors remain popular, there’s a renewed interest in contrast—adding dark elements, large or small, to a room’s design adds a timeless air of elegance. Emser Tile has new additions to achieve that look: Brique Charcoal, Kumito Black Chevron and Passion Nero. A blending of moody and light tones has the same sophisticated vibe that marble with deep, dark veining creates—it’s critical that a balance is struck so that the overall effect isn’t overbearing or claustrophobi

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Seven Wellness Design Technology Trends to Make Your Home Healthier

JG Kitchens

These are all highly-popular mass market smart home technology devices. But they're a sliver of what's possible, helpful and healthful for your life and home. I explore seven of the hottest wellness-enhancing smart home technology trends with three pros in my latest Forbes.com piece. The post Seven Wellness Design Technology Trends to Make Your Home Healthier comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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Whilstling Frog

Diary of a Tile Addict

Our last company for the week is another gem from America. Founded in 1986, Whistling Frog is the creation of artist Rick Pruckler. Blue Bird Nest Art Tile Hummingbird Art Tile. With previous experience in mural installations and the art of ceramics, Whilstling Frog came about as means to let Pruckler’s creativity run riot. Forming custom glazes and variety of tile making techniques, pieces incorporating elements of nature and stark contrasts began to evolve.

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Installing Large Format Glass Tile in a Shower: 10 Steps to Follow

Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

Photo by Custom Spaces Design - Look for bathroom design inspiration. If you're installing large format glass tile (per ANSI A137.2, any tile larger than 3” x 3” or nine square inches) in a shower, do you know what steps to follow and questions to ask? As we've mentioned in previous articles, installing tile in showers requires careful preparation given the extreme environment working showers create.

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Cement Tile Fresh for Summer

Cement Style

A Villa Lagoon Tile favorite, Katie , is now featured in fresh green tones to keep your space summer-ready all year long. Featured in the June/July 2021 issue of House Beautiful, our Katie Fresco Cement Tile makes an appearance in the stunning Palm Beach project by designer Phoebe Howard. Photo by Noe DeWitt. Built in 1891, this beachy victorian home known as “the Duck’s Nest”, is the second oldest residential building in Palm Beach.

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Artisan Appeal: Introducing Saratoga

Garden State Tile Blog

Echo the handcrafted aesthetic of traditional zellige tile with the Saratoga ceramic wall tile collection from Garden State Tile. This white-body ceramic tile collection is available in a glossy 2.5″x8″ subway tile format with 6 earthy and botanical inspired color options. Saratoga’s irregular edging and light-catching shade variation brings an artisan appeal to backsplashes, showers, and interior walls – shining at any angle.

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Daltile launches Elevated Elements

Floor Covering News

Dallas, Texas—Daltile has launched its new Elevated Elements program that offers commercial professionals on-trend tile designs in versatile neutrals designed for the aesthetic and durability needs of commercial spaces. “Elevated Elements makes the lives of commercial architects, interior designers, specifiers and builders easier by offering up a ready-made palette of beautiful neutrals to use in the design of commercial settings,” said Whitney Welch, vice president of commercial sales, Dal-Tile

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Client Feature: Kristin Dittmar

As The Tile Turns

The road to brilliant design often includes significant obstacles along the way. This is certainly true for local interior designer, Kristin Dittmar. Talented and tenacious, she refuses to let recessions or pandemics stop her from producing remarkable results.

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Arto Brick

Diary of a Tile Addict

For our third installment of the week we’re looking at a company we have mentioned very briefly before in Doggy Décor. But now they’ll get all the attention they deserve as we take a closer look, and formally introduce you to Arto Brick. SD100C SD103B SD147A. The company’s founder Arto Alajian was born in Alexandria, Egypt and classically trained in the arts.

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Eight Wellness Design-Inspired Pro Tips For Your Work From Home Space

JG Kitchens

Are you one of the millions of folks whose jobs went remote last year? Has your employer decided to continue having staff work from home? If so, you’re going to want to read this latest piece. (OK, even if you don’t want to, you probably should!) I interviewed two experts — one physical therapist who […]. The post Eight Wellness Design-Inspired Pro Tips For Your Work From Home Space comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Auth

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Fresh for Summer

Cement Style

A Villa Lagoon Tile favorite, Katie , is now featured in fresh green tones to keep your space summer-ready all year long. Featured in the June/July 2021 issue of House Beautiful, our Katie Fresco Cement Tile makes an appearance in the stunning Palm Beach project by designer Phoebe Howard. Photo by Noe DeWitt. Built in 1891, this beachy victorian home known as “the Duck’s Nest”, is the second oldest residential building in Palm Beach.

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A Fresh Faced Enhancement: Color Blox 2.0

Garden State Tile Blog

Color Blox 2.0 by Crossville is a fresh faced enhancement to the Color Blox line that reignites the collection with bright playfulness grounded in nature’s roots. With warmer, on-trend neutrals, blues and greens rooted in biophilic design trends, and a brighter, cleaner white, this concrete inspired line brings a modern, clean sensibility to tile. The addition of eight new colors- four saturated deeps, two trending biophilic-tinted mid-tones, a versatile mid-tone neutral, and an even brighter wh

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Daltile enters partnership program with SCAD

Floor Covering News

Dallas, Texas—Daltile has entered into a partnership program with students from The Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), widely-known as the No. 1 interior design school in the country, the company said. As part of the SCADpro program, Daltile recently worked with a team of students on a specialized research and development project. The goal of the collaboration was to give the brand insight into the nation’s gen z graduates who will soon be joining the workforce in architecture and design

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Residential Architecture 101 – Room Matrix

Life of an Architect

A residential room matrix is a powerful tool that can list rooms sizes and how these contribute to your construction budget. The post Residential Architecture 101 – Room Matrix first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Residential Architecture 101 – Room Matrix at Life of an Architect.

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Gaga for Gila

Diary of a Tile Addict

With so many gifted mosaic artists about it’s extremely difficult to decide who and what to share whilst maintaining a varied stream of tile-related information and avoiding becoming Diary of a Mosaic Addict. But one artist in particular has piqued our interest recently – Gila Rayberg. Julia, with Corona Hair. Trawling through Instagram to satisfy our ever-present hunger for ceramic curiosities we came across Gila Mosaics and were immediately hooked by the wildy charismatic portraits

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