April, 2017

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HYDRO BAN® Board makes your shower installs a snap

Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

HYDRO BAN ® Board is a robust, lightweight construction panel designed to be used in bonded tile or stone installations. It is made with a high-density, waterproof foam core and a reinforced, waterproof membrane on both sides. Kate-Lo Tile & Stone is currently stocking both the 1/2″ x 3′ x 5 board as well as the 2″ x 3′ x 5′ board.

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Stand Out With Metallic Effect Tiles

The London Tile Co.

The latest tile trend is one that will add a touch of urban glamour to any room in your home. Whether you are going for a shimmering bathroom or a high-impact hallway, our range of metallic finish tiles are sure to create the wow-factor. Wood, stone and brick effect tiles have dominated the market for the last couple of years thanks to their realistic finishes and easy maintenance.

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8 Reasons Why Concrete Tiles Are Perfect for Your Kitchen Remodel

Granada Tile

Concrete tiles , also known as cement tiles, are popular products for both residential and commercial spaces. After experiencing a revival in the early 20 th century and dipping away again in the 50s and 60s, concrete tiles are making a comeback. Revered for their durability and unique designs, concrete tiles are one of the most popular choices for kitchens.

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Spanish tile in CID Award winning projects

Tile of Spain USA

The ‘Coverings Installation and Design Awards’ (CID) were recently awarded at Coverings 2017 and Spanish tile was a vital part. This is the fourth consecutive year projects with the seal of Tile of Spain received awards. The CID Awards reward outstanding work in both design and installation of ceramic or stone projects around the world. An independent jury consisting of construction professionals and specialists in the ceramic and stone sector evaluated award-winning projects.

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Tile Industry Launches Inspiration and Education Initiative; Why Tile Debuts Here at Coverings

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

CTDA Home | Contact Us. April 4, 2017. Tile Industry Launches Inspiration and Education Initiative; Why Tile Debuts Here at Coverings. (Orlando, FL) – The tile industry has united in a marketing and education initiative designed to inspire consumers and provide information on all of tile’s benefits. The campaign, called Why Tile, is being introduced to the industry here at Coverings.

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Garden State Tile wins North American Distributor Award

Garden State Tile Blog

The 27th edition of the Confindustria Ceramica North American Distributor Award was presented to Garden State Tile during a special VIP event hosted by Ceramic Tiles of Italy at Coverings 2017. This award was created by Confindustria Ceramica (the Italian Association of Ceramics) to recognize an outstanding North American distributor for their achievements in promoting Italian ceramic tiles and increasing their use in the North American marketplace.

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Selecting Tile for a Small Bathroom

Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

Subway tiles on the wall with black and white hexagon tiles on the floor give this small bathroom classic panache. The tile industry has made enormous advances in technology over the last two decades. The array of colors, styles, and quality can be dizzying. You can select tile that replicates the look of concrete, textiles, wood, and burnished metals.

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Choose Concrete Tiles for Your Bathroom Floor – Here’s Why

Granada Tile

Concrete tiles are praised for their incredible durability and range of styles, and make a great choice for bathrooms. If you want to add more color, texture, and pattern to your bathroom, concrete tiles are an ideal material that can also deliver on practicality and efficiency. There are a variety of places where cement tiles can be used, with the most obvious being the bathroom floor.

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Coverings 2017 Tile Trends

Tile of Spain USA

One of Tile of Spain’s largest showings at Coverings ever, the Spain Pavilion at Coverings 2017 featured ceramic tile technology and design choices from 97 Spanish ceramic and stone manufacturers. Take a look at the tile trends Tile of Spain displayed at the show including, brick, concrete and dimensional tiles, greys and distressed looks, subway tile, hexagons, industrial looks, contrasting metallics and neutrals, large format tiles, stone look-alike tiles, and wood look tiles.

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Cronin Showroom Gets a Remodel!

The Pulse: Ardex Americas

2,000+ square feet of ARDEX UI 720™ FLEXBONE®! The Cronin Company in Portland Oregon recently remodeled their showroom using 4′ x 5″ Rosse wood-like plank tiles. Pacific Specialty Stoneware installer Terry Hagelberger installed the showroom floor using ARDEX UI 720™ FLEXBONE® Floating Uncoupling Membrane, ARDEX UD 146™ Edge Insulation Strip, ARDEX X 5™ Flexible Tile and Stone Mortar, and ARDEX FL™ Rapid Set, Flexible, Sanded Grout in Gray Dusk!

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New Vetrazzo Recycled Glass Subway Tile at Modwalls

Making Tile Modern

Modwalls |Fresh Tile in Colors You Crave. Modwalls has joined LEED certified Vetrazzo to offer exclusive subway tile in 3 sizes made of Vetrazzo’s American made recycled glass surfaces. Vetrazzo, the famed American made recycled glass composite surfacing, is making subway tile designed and sold exclusively by Modwalls Tile. Now you can cover your interior walls and floors, including wet areas, with any of 4 colors and 3 sizes of modern and earthy subway tile designs.

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Young Architects Should Work in Construction

Life of an Architect

If I have one regret during my education (between the ages of 18 – 24) is that I never worked on a construction site. Once I graduated from college, I went straight to work in an architectural office, drawing up all sorts of stuff that I had literally never seen before in my life. I managed to get along but I was acutely aware of my lack of practical knowledge and I have been trying to make up for it over the last 20+ years.

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How To Install Lustrolite Wall Panels

The London Tile Co.

Looking for a quick and easy way to add a splash of colour to your kitchen or bathroom? Maybe you’re bored of looking at those old fashioned tiles and want something a little more modern? We have the solution – Lustrolite high-gloss acrylic panels. Lustrolite is made from multi-layered acrylic with a high-performance hard coated surface, designed to look like back painted glass and available in nine stylish colours.

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What Are Victorian Tiles?

Granada Tile

Victorian tiles are a type of encaustic tile that are most notably known for their striking geometric patterns. They are often used for restorations and historical replicas, but many interested buyers are also using Victorian tiles for new buildings and modern style homes. They are both striking and bold as well as intricate and busy, and make for great features to add interest and pattern in more contemporary homes, and complement the historical styles of traditional homes alike.

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New Trends and Innovations showcased by Tile of Spain Companies at Coverings 2017

Tile of Spain USA

Miami, FL, April 2017 – Tile of Spain, the international brand representing 125 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers’ Association (ASCER). is pleased to exhibit new product innovations and trends from Spanish tile manufacturers at Coverings 2017: The Global Tile & Stone Experience. At Coverings, Tile of Spain displays some of the most advanced technology and breathtaking design choices the world has to offer from 97 Spanish ceramic and st

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FLEXBONE takes the Helm!

The Pulse: Ardex Americas

“3rd Shift pays better than sleep” This was the exact thing Daniel Helm; a tile installer with Marchuska Brothers Construction , kept telling himself while taking on two bathroom remodels in Vestal, NY. Daniel had used ARDEX UI 740™ FLEXBONE® just twice before taking on this job, but was already hooked on using ARDEX Tile and Stone Installation System products!

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A Look at What’s New at GIO Tile

Giotile

It’s that time of year again! Spring is time for growth and renewal, and it’s also the time of year for major trade shows that introduce the most innovative solutions in flooring and surfacing.

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Ponte Vedra Marble Polishing

Fabric and Tile Masters

Do you have marble floors, walls, or tables in need of professional marble polishing? At Fabric & Tile Masters, we specialize in removing scratches and etches from any marble surface to restore it to its original gloss and shine. Our customers are often amazed at the transformation they see when we restore old or worn marble surfaces to appear like-new again.

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Falafel Anyone?

Garden State Tile Blog

Renown Zahav Star, Michael Solomonov, has just opened a falafel restaurant in Philadelphia, and Garden State Tile was selected as the source to supply the tile. Still reeling after being chosen as the number one North American Distributor of Italian-made tile for 2017, Garden State Tile is pleased to highlight another fantastic job using Italian-made tile — Terra by Marca Corona.

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9 Ways to Upgrade Your Bathroom with Cement Tile

Granada Tile

Tiles are the most obvious material homeowners and contractors turn to for a new bathroom or bathroom remodel. Tiles are durable, and easy to clean, which are perfect qualities for the room of your home that deals with plenty of splashes, spills, condensation, and personal care smudges. Cement tiles offer all these key features and more; they are even more resilient and hard-wearing than ceramic tiles and come in a wide variety of styles to help you design a beautiful bathroom space all without

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Tile of Spain companies honored with Coverings 2017 Best Booth Awards

Tile of Spain USA

Congratulations to Tile of Spain companies Grespania (Booth #5222) and Vives (Booth #4939) on their Coverings 2017 – The Global Tile & Stone Experience Best Booth Awards! Grespania was honored for “Organic Inspiration” and Vives was presented with the “Boutique Design” honor. … Continue Reading.

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New Textured Glass Tile by Modwalls

Making Tile Modern

We’ve created a unique glass tile design inspired by textiles. Our Lush Linen collection is meant to evoke the patterns loose woven linen and retro bark cloth. Lush Linen by Modwalls is available in any size and color of our Lush subway or square tile. Custom colors are also available to the trade. Shop Modwalls Lush Linen: [link]. Modwalls Tile Company designs and manufactures Fresh Tile in Colors You Crave; offered to retail and trade customers via our online store at Modwalls.com.

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4 Tips to Keep in Mind During Your First Meeting with a Design Contractor

Trendir Magazine

Purchasing your dream home is a huge stepping stone and a goal for many people. However, not all dream home come with the specifics that you would want which is when remodeling your home will come into the picture. Remodeling your home doesn’t necessarily need to happen when you first purchase your home instead it can happen months or even years down the line.

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ISC Surfaces Exiting Hardwood Flooring Business

ISC Surfaces

ISC Surfaces has decided to exit the hardwood flooring business in order to focus on our other product categories – ceramic / porcelain / glass / stone tile, commercial resilient flooring, countertop / surfacing materials, woodworking products, and their accessories. We thank you for your hardwood business over the past several decades and look forward to continuing to serve you in other product categories.

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Marble Floor Polishing Jacksonville

Fabric and Tile Masters

Professional Marble Floor Polishing Services. Need Your Marble Floors Looking Brand New? Contact Us Today for a FREE Quote on Marble Floor Polishing. At Fabric & Tile Masters, we offer professional marble floor polishing for Jacksonville residents. Marble floor polishing is available in two finishes: a honed matte finish or a shiny polished finish.

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What Are Encaustic Cement Tiles?

Granada Tile

While hardly a modern material, encaustic tiles are very popular in the home decorating and interior design world. Homeowners of all tastes are turning towards tiles, specifically cement tiles, for their unique patterns, vivid colors, and practical qualities. If you’ve been looking into this endearing material, you may have come across varying terms and descriptions, and some confusion over what you’re actually looking for.

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Original Style & the April ASID Designer Kitchen Tour

Rubble Tile

Winchester Residence from Original Style We are pleased to shine our spotlight on the impressive, versatile Winchester Residence ceramic tile collection from one of our tried and true manufacturers, Original Style. The Winchester Residence collection features a wide range of impeccably crafted, hand finished ceramic tiles. It offers classic, glossy neutrals as well as lush jewel […].

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Behind the Scenes: Summer Seasonal Collection

Heath Ceramics

We’re fond of simple beauty and subtlety. And this summer is no exception. Welcome to the muted and soft shades of Summer ’17 : Fog, Sequoia, Rosemary, Hydrangea, and Peony. A delightful combination of matte glazes, the season includes a new wax resist technique on our vases. These glazes are available for a limited time on timeless Heath pieces, like our Rim nesting bowls, tall tumblers, serving pieces, candles, containers, and Ornament clock.

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Turn a Dark Room into a Bright Room

Conestoga Tile Blog

As the days lengthen, are you noticing some of your rooms still seem dark and cold? If you find yourself with this challenge, we have some helpful tips for turning that dark room into a warm, bright room! Floors – Do you dread putting your feet on a cold floor in the morning? Even in the spring, it can be tough to get out of a warm bed when you know your floor will be cold.

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What to Know About Exterior Functional Wood Window Shutters :: History, Styles & Curb Appeal

Building Moxie

*. This is the second part of a two-part article on wood window shutters. The article started as a recap of the process I followed to refinish and (re-)hang antique operable wood window shutters (on my own house). As I researched, I found myself exploring also the history and architectural significance of wood shutters. In this article, I’ll spend some time on not only those topics, but also on the various shutter styles.

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Earth-Friendly Home Cleaning Recipes

Burgin Construction

To celebrate Earth day, the Burgin team thought it would be a great time to share how to make your own natural, homemade cleaners. You can try these simple recipes to get started: Glass: Mix 1/4 cup vinegar with one quart of water in a spray bottle. Spray on glass and wipe clean with old newspaper or a lint-free cloth. Countertops & Bathroom Tile: Mix two parts vinegar and one part baking soda with four parts water.

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7 Reasons Why Your Business Needs Commercial Floor Tiles

Granada Tile

Commercial spaces often face the challenge of wanting to appear stylish and unique compared to competitors, while involving the practicality of being able to accommodate heavy usage. When it comes to the flooring, a few basic materials come to mind, such as laminate flooring and vinyl tiles. But those options often sacrifice one important quality for another, like beauty for cost, and durability for perceived value.

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Rubble Tile April News: A Kitchen Panel Discussion and Tiles by Ragno & Avanti

Rubble Tile

Here at Rubble the Spring season is a time for many exciting events. In the coming weeks, Rubble will sponsor the ASID Designer Kitchen Tour. To kick off the tour we will host a panel discussion on kitchen design in our very own showroom. Read on to learn more about these upcoming opportunities to join the […]. The post Rubble Tile April News: A Kitchen Panel Discussion and Tiles by Ragno & Avanti appeared first on Rubble Tile : Minneapolis Tile Shop and Showroom.

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Color Story: Sunny Saturday Orange Today

Making Tile Modern

Color Story: Sunny Saturday Orange. Today has been gorgeous and warm here in Nothern California. Orange is the color that goes best with today. As Frank Sinatra once said: “Orange is the Happiest Color.” We sure agree with that at Modwalls and we’ve created many tile designs in Orange. Here are just a few. To see all of our orange tile offerings just click the link: [link].

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Styling a European Kitchen

Conestoga Tile Blog

European kitchens are known for clean lines and noticeable contrast. This kitchen is streamlined and architecturally pleasing due to contrast. It is popular in Europe to choose brightly colored finishes for cabinets. These kitchen designs are highly effective. Generally in Europe space is limited, therefore the design needs to be highly efficient. Notice the design in this kitchen is particularly efficient.

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An Informed Look at Bathroom Lighting

Kitchen and Residential Design

Sometimes overlooked until the last minute, this very important part of bathroom design requires careful thought. Inadequate lighting can make your everyday chores more difficult. However, a boost of confidence is but one reward when that guy or gal in the mirror is cast in a flattering light each morning! Let’s talk about some concepts that will help make your renovation a brilliant success.

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Atlas Concorde's Brick Atelier

ISC Surfaces

Statuario Select (white) & Noir St. Laurent (black) Atlas Concorde has introduced Brick Atelier, a new line of 3x12 glossy tiles. Many of these colors cross over to other Atlas Concorde lines. Brick Atelier is on-trend with its size and color palette. It brings versatility, easy cleaning, easy installation, elegance, and high style to any interior vertical surface.

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