May, 2022

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Meet the 2022 Passport to Creativity Attendees

Tile of Spain USA

Next month, Tile of Spain, the international brand representing 100 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers’ Association (ASCER) will be heading back to Spain for its annual “Passport to Creativity” Tour. Each year, Tile of Spain invites a gifted group of Architects, Interior Designers and Journalists on the weeklong trip for a deep-dive into the world of Spanish tile and architecture.

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Where Is The Best Place To Buy Tile?

How to Floor Tile

For Starters, Floor and Decor Why Floor and Decor? because they have a huge selection to choose from in just about any style and price range necessary. They have a large selection of Design Elements and trim available to solve many of the toughest materials to work with. The best tile shop also depends on your location, budget, and quality of material and above all, service.

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Why Replacing Ceramic Tiles With Concrete Tiles Has Changed the Game

Granada Tile

Replacing ceramic tiles with concrete tiles will change the way you build spaces. Interior and exterior designs with tile accents are trendy, but the installation and upkeep of non-cement tile options can be a huge turn-off. Cement tiles carry a long list of benefits over other alternatives. Learn about ceramic tiles, terracotta tiles, and saltillo tiles then discover the tremendous advantages of making the switch to concrete tiles.

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Pantone Color of the Year: Very Peri

As The Tile Turns

Each new year delivers a whirlwind of exciting design opportunities. We always look forward to experimenting with fresh colors – so we eagerly anticipate Pantone's Color of the Year announcement. We’re consistently pleased by the gorgeous colors that Pantone’s experts highlight.

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Rare Mosaic Floor Discovered in London

Why Tile

Archaeologists excavating a construction site in London have uncovered a rare mosaic floor dating to ancient Rome. It’s not uncommon to uncover Roman ruins and artifacts in South London, where the Roman city of Londinium was located. (The Romans ruled Britain from the first to the fifth century and founded the capital of Roman Britannia… The post Rare Mosaic Floor Discovered in London appeared first on Why Tile.

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Grouts, sealants help ease the task at hand

Floor Covering News

By Jacqueline Hinchcliffe — With the arrival of spring comes warmer weather. Along with rising temperatures comes high moisture levels in the air, which could pose challenges for flooring installers on the jobsite—whether it’s indoors or outside. “It’s important for exterior installations to be protected from the [prospect] of efflorescence,” said Ian O’Connor, product manager, grout, care and tools, Custom Building Products.

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Marvelous Marble

Tile of Spain USA

For projects calling out for elegant and innovative solutions, look no farther than Tile of Spain. This year’s porcelain entries emphasize modern evocations of marble, the rich veining and luminous hues exuding warmth and elegance as the tiles move seamlessly from indoor to outdoor applications. Easy to clean and maintain, and resistant to stains, scratches and bacteria, porcelain tiles in the Quick Ship collection are available in a full range of sizes, colors, thicknesses and finishes.

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Tongue in Chic: Elegant, Glossy Ceramic Wall Tile with Style

Rubble Tile

Rubble Tile vendor, AlysEdwards, never fails to disappoint with their stylish, high quality tile collections, as well as with their penchant for humor. Their ceramic collection, Tongue in Chic, is no exception. The glossy finish on this collection enhances the unique brush strokes in each.

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Look Book: Made In The USA 2022

Garden State Tile Blog

Garden State Tile presents a selection of beautiful porcelain products that are made (and stocked) in the USA, setting the bar for beautiful, durable, and readily available products. Click the color swatches on each page to be directed to the product webpage for more information on sizes, finishes, and technical attributes. The post Look Book: Made In The USA 2022 appeared first on Garden State Tile.

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Six Ways to Update Your Farmhouse Decor

Why Tile

If you’re looking to transition your farmhouse decor to a new look or make a farmhouse-style home uniquely your own, this guide is for you. First, What Is Farmhouse Decor? The seemingly contradictory elements of farmhouse decor are comfort and practicality, simplicity and warmth. Because farmhouse decor traces its origins back to the early settlers… The post Six Ways to Update Your Farmhouse Decor appeared first on Why Tile.

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Mosaic Companies expands U.S. distribution presence

Floor Covering News

Miami, Fla.— Mosaic Companies, a manufacturer and distributor of natural stones, slabs and tile, said it plans to open a new, state-of-the-art warehouse and distribution hub here. The new hub is expected to be fully operational by late fall 2022. Located in the Countyline Corporate Park in Hialeah, Fla., the company said the new facility will increase its east coast warehouse footprint by nearly double and support all Mosaic Companies brands , including Walker Zanger, Opustone, Surfaces and Anth

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Cressida Bell Cement Tile Collection

Cement Style

We are thrilled to announce our partnership with renowned English interior and textile designer, Cressida Bell to launch a collection that pushes the boundaries of cement tile design. The inaugural Cressida Bell Collection includes eight patterns, each with three to four colorways. Bell’s Sky. Designed for the Royal Academy of Arts in London, Bell drew inspiration directly from English artist Walter Crane, primarily known for his illustrations for children’s books which often feature

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Art Gives Potential, Personalized Wellness Boost To Home Interiors

JG Kitchens

Art helps make a house a home. It also has therapeutic value, as one of my sources, president of the American Art Therapy Association shared in my latest piece. The post Art Gives Potential, Personalized Wellness Boost To Home Interiors comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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Beautiful Encaustic Cement-Look Tiles from Spain

Rubble Tile

Cement and cement-look tiles have been a trending look in the world of interior design for a while, and for good reason. The geometric and pattern options that you get in encaustic cement tiles can add a bespoke, yet contemporary feel to any space. What’s.

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Architectural Graphics 101: Cover Sheet

Life of an Architect

They can look different but the information is typically the same. or is it? After a lengthy hiatus, it's time for "Architectural Graphics 101 - Cover Sheet". The post Architectural Graphics 101: Cover Sheet first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Architectural Graphics 101: Cover Sheet at Life of an Architect.

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Second Home and Vacation Home Designs to Create an Ideal Getaway

Why Tile

Designing a second home or vacation home? Whatever you plan on using your new home for, second homes and vacation getaways should be designed to help you and your family relax and unwind. And that means designing the space with all your specific wants and needs in mind. To make this process as easy as… The post Second Home and Vacation Home Designs to Create an Ideal Getaway appeared first on Why Tile.

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Total Solutions Plus unveils conference highlights

Floor Covering News

Indian Wells, Calif.—The 13th annual Total Solutions Plus will again be hosted here November 6-8, 2022. The purpose of event is to annually bring the ceramic tile industry together to network and learn from each other. Distributors, manufacturers, contractors and more will come together to listen to motivational speakers, participate in education sessions taught by the best of the best in the industry, network with decision makers and enjoy all Indian Wells has to offer, according to the group.

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Study Explores the Benefits of Green Roofs

The A to Z of Building

In Portland, Oregon, roofs covered with roofs have become the norm. For stormwater management, the city is considered a leader as it incorporates green infrastructure, free street trees, green.

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Home Security Features For Outdoor Living

JG Kitchens

I wrote my latest Forbes.com piece for readers who have larger, more amenity-rich outdoor living areas than mine. If you do, here are some tips and trends for protecting your property, equipment, family and guests while enjoying them. . The post Home Security Features For Outdoor Living comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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Finding Reliable Fence Contractors in Bellingham

Kitchen and Residential Design

A fence not only protects the home from certain elements but also improves the aesthetic value and provides privacy. This, however, necessitates a significant amount of design and preparation. A fence can be built with a variety of materials, but it must be built with high-quality materials and by an expert if it is to last and withstand harsh weather conditions.

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Ep 99: Construction Drawings

Life of an Architect

Construction Drawings are the documents architects use to convey architectural intent - size, location, quantity - and learning how to properly prepare them is getting harder and harder. The post Ep 99: Construction Drawings first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Ep 99: Construction Drawings at Life of an Architect. Construction Drawings are the documents architects use to convey architectural intent - size, location, quantity - and learning how to properly prepare them is gett

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20 Concrete Flooring Ideas

Onfloor Technology

Concrete floors are great flooring ideas for many reasons. It is durable and stable, but it can also control the temperature to avoid getting too hot during the summer season. Moreover, a concrete floor is also durable for heavy foot traffic. A concrete surface is also very smooth, so polished concrete flooring can give you a much more stable floor design for your home than regular wood flooring.

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Emser Tile’s Newtro wins NYCxDesign award

Floor Covering News

Los Angeles—Emser Tile’s Newtro is the hard wall covering category winner for 7th annual NYCxDesign Awards. This year’s NYCXDesign awards showcased over 175 finalists in 39 categories and Emser Tile had two finalists in the hard wall covering category, according to the company. The winners, selected by an esteemed group of industry experts, were announced on May 10, both virtually and as a part of a live in-person event.

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Sustainability and Automation: Employing Robots For Sustainable Construction

The A to Z of Building

Sustainable construction typically refers to using renewable and recyclable materials when building new structures, as well as introducing new methods and technologies that help reduce energy.

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Wellness Design Can Help Support Teen Mental Health

JG Kitchens

Since it's Mental Health Awareness Month, I decided to reach out to some experts and devote a post to how wellness design can help your teenager. Here it is. I hope these insights help him, her or them. The post Wellness Design Can Help Support Teen Mental Health comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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Mapei celebrates its 85th anniversary and looks to the future

Ceramics of Italy

Eighty-five years have gone by since Rodolfo Squinzi founded his company MAPEI (an Italian acronym for Auxiliary Materials for Construction and Industry) on the outskirts of Milan in 1937. With seven employees and the support of his wife Elsa, he embarked on a journey that would see the company grow to become a multinational and a champion of Italian excellence worldwide.

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Ep 100: The 100th Episode

Life of an Architect

It's taken almost 4 years to get here, but the Life of an Architect is celebrating a milestone. Welcome to the 100th Episode where Andrew and I take exactly 100 minutes to tell you all the insider secrets as well as behind-the-scenes stories of things that went wrong. The post Ep 100: The 100th Episode first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Ep 100: The 100th Episode at Life of an Architect.

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Mothers day

Realstone

The post Mothers day appeared first on Realstone Systems.

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Customers share A+ products from 2021

Floor Covering News

By Ken Ryan—For many flooring retailers, 2021 represented their best sales year on record. That success didn’t happen by chance—it was quality products that helped generate the revenue stream that continues to this day. The following products represent a sampling of new collections or expanded product line offerings that scored high among specialty floor covering retailers and distributors in 2021.

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New Material Helps Reduce Buildings’ Cooling Energy Needs by More than a Third

The A to Z of Building

During summertime people, make an attempt to beat the heat. However, running air conditioners is costly and wasteful. A lightweight foam (left image) made from cellulose nanocrystals keeps it cool.

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Creating Spa Bathrooms With The Latest Wellness Design And Technology Trends

JG Kitchens

I take a look at the latest trends, ideas and technology for creating a spa-inspired bathroom at home. The post Creating Spa Bathrooms With The Latest Wellness Design And Technology Trends comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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5 Square Tiles to Square Away Your Design

Granada Tile

Square tiles are a design that never goes out of style. Regular-shaped tiles make arranging colors and details easy without sacrificing design. Look closely at these square tiles; you’ll see that many Granada Tile designs are placed on squares! Get inspired and find a design that will fit your space with these easy and fabulous square tiles. Why Choose Square Tile Designs?

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Ep 101: Design Process

Life of an Architect

The design process for each person is different even though there will always be some similarities. I assembled my own sequence process of Discovery - Exploration – Presentation – Modification – and then Execution. This is a formulaic process that I use that allows creative people a methodology to going about their business without needing “inspiration.”.

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7 Ways To Rescue a Deteriorating Concrete Patio

Onfloor Technology

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Supply chain challenges put focus on reshoring

Floor Covering News

By Reginald Tucker—The supply chain disruptions that have wreaked havoc on the U.S. flooring market—as well as scores of other industries across the country—have touched off a wave of repercussions. The most notable of which is record-breaking inflation as voracious consumer demand continues to outpace supply. This phenomenon is being felt more acutely in the U.S. market, which still relies on products manufactured outside America to feed the hungry beast that is consumer spending.

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Berkshire Engineering Firm Selected for Luxury London Residential Project

The A to Z of Building

A leading Berkshire-based company, Structural Engineering Services, will be providing its expert design services to support the development of an exciting new build residential project in London.

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Panariagroup chooses System Ceramics for its Fiorano Modenese factory renovation

Ceramics of Italy

In keeping with its corporate objectives and pioneering nature, Panariagroup chose System Ceramics as a major technology partner for the large-scale project to refurbish the plants at its Fiorano Modenese factory carried out during 2021. The two companies renewed their collaboration with a new and important supply contract for innovative solutions that guarantee the best performance in terms of production and business management.

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