October, 2013

article thumbnail

Tile of Spain hosts educational events with HBG Inc, Memphis

Tile of Spain USA

'Tile of Spain recently hosted educational events for architects and interior designers with Hnedak Bobo Group (HBG) in Memphis, Tennessee. Ryan Fasan, Tile of Spain consultant, started off the day with a breakfast presentation about tile trends to a group of interior designers. He later spoke to 28 architects and interior designers about ‘Specification 2.0: Understanding Ceramics to Use Their Full Potential’, exploring the four types of tile and production techniques to explain choices to clien

Memphis 178
article thumbnail

Avente Tile Talk: Aguayo Cement Tile Factory Tour

Tile Talk

'Tuesday, October 29, 2013. Aguayo Cement Tile Factory Tour. I just returned from a business trip in the Dominican Republic meeting with the owners of the Aguayo Cement Tile Factory. Aguayo Cement Tiles are well known for their quality, large color palette, and commitment to new design. Ive included Aguayo Cement Tiles in Avente Tiles line of hand-crafted tiles since I started the company more than a decade ago.

Cement 158
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Get Inspired: Diamonds Are a Cement Tile’s Best Friend

Granada Tile

'Diamonds look great in jewelry and diamond shapes look great in cement tiles. At Granada Tile , we offer a host of cement tiles that feature diamond designs. From subtle to bold, we’ve got a diamond for every occasion and every tile installation. Just look at some of these outstanding tile photos. Up first is an old favorite and one of our Echo Collection ‘s stars.

Cement 153
article thumbnail

Quarry from Astor

Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

'Quarry is a varied and unique series in that it combines the look of aged natural stones – somewhere between travertine, quartzite and stone. It crosses new boundaries and yet is so familiar. Available in four shades, cream, beige, black and grey and stocked in 12″ x 24″, 6″ x 24″, 2″ x 2 mosaic and coordinating bullnose.

Quarry 152
article thumbnail

How To Edge Your Tile

The Tile Shop

'Good afternoon! A couple of months ago Lauren and I went on the Luxury Home Tour. While most of the tile work was beautiful, we saw some homes that had unfinished tile edges, (Gasp)! They had "naked" tile sides in their stone and ceramic kitchen and bath surrounds. We couldn''t believe it- there are so many ways to finish your tile work beautifully!

How To 100
article thumbnail

Tile Installation-Tile Repair-Tile Experts: Tile Excellence: fire place.

Tile Excellence

'Monday, October 28, 2013. fire place natural stone /tile installation in Lynfield mass. fire place natural stone /tile installation in Lynfield mass. Started out with a plain brick fireplace and using a natural stone tile transformed it into. the focal point of the living room. It was tiled hearth to ceiling ,the hearth being face with. stone and the top is 12 by 12s.

Tile 100
article thumbnail

Tile of Spain launches 2014 Passport to Creativity Contest

Tile of Spain USA

'Architects are encouraged to enter before December 3rd to win a CEU trip to Spain. Tile of Spain, the international brand representing 125 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers’ Association (ASCER), is proud to announce the launch of the 2014 “Passport to Creativity” contest. The contest offers four architects and interior designers a chance to win a free trip to Spain to participate in an architectural excursion where they will earn CEU credits and visi

Spain 170

More Trending

article thumbnail

Installation Equation: A Patchwork of Santander in San Francisco

Granada Tile

'Have we got an amazing cement tile installation for you today! It’s the work of Tim Balon , a San Francisco–based multi-hyphenate (he trained as an architect and has created amazing spaces that blend pattern and color in fresh, unexpected ways). The project was a gut renovation of a San Francisco Victorian that happened to include an addition of a new kitchen and dining room.

article thumbnail

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

'Kate-Lo Tile & Stone is a longtime supporter of breast cancer awareness and we are pleased that our industry partner, Crossville, is too! Every month of the year, Crossville contributes a portion of proceeds from the sale of their Glass Blox and Origins Glass lines to the Common Thread for a Cure. Common Thread for the Cure provides financial support for families of the furnishings industry affected by the battle against breast cancer.

Research 140
article thumbnail

Three introductions from Ariana

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

'At Cersaie 2013 Ariana is embarking on a journey inspired by the most sophisticated natural materials, reinvented by ceramic technology in a spirit of renewal and a desire to impress. The Futura collection reinvents the sober appeal of Ceppo di Gré, a unique sedimentary rock extracted from the shores of Lake Iseo. The collection comes in four colours in both silk touch and lightly honed versions.

Marble 100
article thumbnail

backsplash installed today in Boxford Ma. - Tile Excellence - Blogger

Tile Excellence

'Tuesday, October 29, 2013. backsplash installed today in Boxford Ma. Backsplashes prices vary in price depending on the installer ,the type of tile, and the number of cuts needed to do the installation.Many installers tend to. take alot of time to do a backsplash depending on the experience and expertise. they have installing tile. I myself can usually install most backsplashes in a day. and my price reflects that.

article thumbnail

Highlights of the Quick Ship Collection from Tile of Spain

Tile of Spain USA

'The Tile of Spain Quick Ship Collection was developed to answer the question admirers of Spanish tile often ask: “where can I buy that?” A complete catalog and list of the 90+ tile products in the Quick Ship Collection can be found at tileofspainusa.com/quickship. Not long ago, we featured products from Dune, Keraben and Roca Tile on the Tile of Spain blog.

Spain 150
article thumbnail

Avente Tile Talk: Cement Tile is Our Life

Tile Talk

'Tuesday, October 8, 2013. Cement Tile is Our Life. For more than a decade, our company has been dedicated to providing cement tile products that are at the forefront of their class. At Avente Tile, we know that continually finding unique cement tile products and offering them at a great value ensures not only our success, but they must also meet or exceed your design goals.

Cement 120
article thumbnail

Breaking News: Don’t Forget to Vote for Granada Tile in the BOY Awards

Granada Tile

'Big news! From now till October 11, if you’re a designer or architect or other design professional, make sure you head over to Interior Design and vote for Granada Tile in the magazine’s Best of Year Awards. Our brand-new Stripes Group—the latest addition to our flagship Echo Collection of cement tiles—and already totally beloved, is up in the Flooring: Tile and Stone category.

article thumbnail

Seeking Outside Architectural Sales Representative

Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

'Architectural Design Sales – If you have passion for design, people, love tile and are looking for a satisfying career check out our website for more information. Share it now!

Sales 140
article thumbnail

12th Annual Tile of Spain Awards

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

'Miami, FL September 2013- Tile of Spain, the international brand representing 125 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers’ Association (ASCER), is proud to launch the Twelfth Annual Tile of Spain Awards of Architecture and Interior Design. The Tile of Spain Awards aim to improve awareness and understanding of Spanish ceramic tile among architects and interior designers, and to promote its use by professionals.

Spain 100
article thumbnail

Tile Installation-Tile Repair-Tile Experts: Tile Excellence: How to.

Tile Excellence

'Sunday, October 13, 2013. How to build a simple access panel door for motor access during tile installation. How to create a simple hot tub, jacuzzi motor access panel door during tile installation. Hot tub / jacuzzi access panel doors are essential to being able to get to your hot tub motor for replacement or repair as needed. Ive been asked many times what is the best way to do this while still using being able to use tile on the front of the garden tub.

How To 113
article thumbnail

The Tile Shop: Design by Kirsty: Inset Glass with Tile Border

The Tile Shop

'skip to main | skip to sidebar. The Tile Shop: Design by Kirsty. Design Tips, Inspiration, and Tile Shop updates. Search This Blog. Loading. Thursday, October 31, 2013. Inset Glass with Tile Border. HAPPY HALLOWEEN! One of my favorite ways to add color and personality to a bathroom is to inset a glass accent with a tile border: Please click on the image to view: Posted by.

Tile 100
article thumbnail

Avente Tile Talk: Cement Tile Layout Guide & Checklist

Tile Talk

'Tuesday, October 1, 2013. Cement Tile Layout Guide & Checklist. Youve been looking at cement tile patterns for months, debated color schemes and palettes, considered custom cement tile options and now are ready to order the tile! STOP! Cement Tile with Traditional Rug Design. Before you place your order, first decide how the tile will be installed, and make sure to measure twice, or even thrice!

Cement 109
article thumbnail

Breaking News: Granada Tile Appears in House Beautiful

Granada Tile

'The great news just hasn’t stopped for us at Granada Tile this year. You’ll recall that our sensational cement tile designs have appeared in the pages of pretty much every major home-design publication —from Architectural Digest to Dwell and lots in between. It’s a testament to just how versatile out tile designs our, appealing to modern, contemporary and traditional design-lovers alike.

article thumbnail

Larix from Refin

Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

'Larix is a beautiful, aged, wood-look porcelain plank tile that replicates the rustic wood of the European Larch (North American Tamarack). This collection is manufactured using digital technology producing a detailed graphic pattern of knots and weathering. Perfect in a home or business, this product offers you the warmth and beauty of wood, with the durability of porcelain tile.

Porcelain 137
article thumbnail

Columbia’s Tile Center is first store in North America to sell the STAINMASTER™ Tile and Grout System

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

'The STAINMASTER® brand, one of the country’s leading brands of flooring, announces an expansion into tile and grouting products and Columbia’s Tile Center will be one of the initial retailers for these products. The STAINMASTER® brand, which in 1986 changed the carpet industry by offering a product with significant stain resistance, is launching another game changer in the flooring industry.

article thumbnail

AskTileExcellence.com: Question from Jim Blog reader

Tile Excellence

'Thursday, October 10, 2013. Question from Jim Blog reader. I came across your responses to questions re: waterproofing and I appreciate your response as I am about to do a demo of a walk in shower. I will be taking it down to the studs as I am sure it has regular sheet rock and not hardieback as mold keeps coming through the grout. it is tiles floor, ceiling and walls.

Grout 113
article thumbnail

The Anna Kitchen

The Tile Shop

'Good Morning! Here''s a transitional kitchen from our Danbury location that''s full of contrast! The contemporary tile contrasts with the more traditional cabinets- and the black floor and counters against the crisp white cabinets and tile make all the colors POP!

Kitchen 100
article thumbnail

“A (Back) Splash of Bright Color” – Modwalls in Cooking Light Magazine

Making Tile Modern

'We absolutely LOVE it when our tiles get published !! It’s truly an honor that we cherish very much here at modwalls and being featured in Cooking Light ‘s October 2013 issue is no exception. We are so proud that our American made, Clayhaus for modwalls ceramic tile collection has inspired people across the Country to create their own backsplash blends using any of our 24 colors.

Colors 79
article thumbnail

Get Inspired: What’s Happening on Share Designs in October

Granada Tile

'Another month, another very busy time on Share Designs. It never ceases to amaze us just how creative and inspired Granada Tile ‘s clients and fans can be when experimenting with color ideas using our Echo Collection ‘s interactive catalogue. From riffs on our large-scale designs to takes on our small, decorative tiles, the level of thought is really something—month after month.

Cement 187
article thumbnail

October 2013 Outlet Special

Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

'Reportage from Castelvetro. Reportage has the appearance of an aged wooden plank floor. In a 5” x 32” size, you can stagger or stack the planks or use them as a herringbone for a unique installation. The possibilities are endless. This is a colored base porcelain with a V3 shade. variation and is suitable for all residential and many coomercial applications.

Porcelain 133
article thumbnail

Introducing Cityline and Forward

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

'Flaviker-Pi.Sa was back at Cersaie in Bologna with creative, new introductions. Portland 325 , a free interpretation of restored industrial plaster developed in cooperation with Cesena-based firm Studio Archdesign, and Dakota, a wood-effect tile imbued with charm and a pioneering spirit, are the projects that herald next season’s trends. Cityline and Forward , the new complete collections showcased at Cersaie 2013, go beyond the mere reproduction of natural materials and instead reinterpr

Portland 100
article thumbnail

AskTileExcellence.com: reader stats this month

Tile Excellence

'Monday, October 28, 2013. reader stats this month. United States. 1507. Canada. 131. Ukraine. 100. France. 71. Russia. 55. Germany. 26. United Kingdom. 23. Romania. 20. China. 18. Netherlands. 18. Posted by. Tile Excellence. Reactions: Email This BlogThis! Share to Twitter Share to Facebook Share to Pinterest. Labels different countries , international readers , numbers this month , readers to blog , stats.

article thumbnail

The Tile Shop: Design by Kirsty: New Grey Blend Mosaics

The Tile Shop

'skip to main | skip to sidebar. The Tile Shop: Design by Kirsty. Design Tips, Inspiration, and Tile Shop updates. Search This Blog. Loading. Tuesday, October 29, 2013. New Grey Blend Mosaics. Good morning! Some new mosaics have just arrived- we are very excited about these! They are right in style with the Geometric trend - and classic appeal of black and white: Please click the image to view: Posted by.

Mosaics 100
article thumbnail

Time2Design: Sandra Espinet | The Well-Traveled Home | Book.

Time2Design

'PAGES. Home. SLIDESHOW. FOLLOW. CONTACT. ABOUT. NEWS. Sandra Espinet | The Well-Traveled Home | Book Review. I recently received a copy of Sandra Espinets new book The Well-Traveled Home. From the moment I opened it I was drawn in by the beautifully curated collection of Sandras design talent. Having a personal love of travel I felt an instant connection to Sandra and her love of travel and how it has influenced and shaped her passion for interior design.

article thumbnail

Get Inspired: Great Cement Tile Ideas for Your Kitchen

Granada Tile

'Are you looking to spice up your kitchen? Did you recently move into a place that hasn’t had a kitchen update since they heyday of avocado and harvest gold? Or are things just a a little blah? Hands down, one of the best ways to perk up your kitchen, where, let’s face it, we tend to spend a lot of our time, is by installing cement tiles from Granada Tile.

Cement 159
article thumbnail

Happy Halloween!

Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

'Happy Halloween from your friends at Kate-Lo Tile & Stone! Share it now!

Stone 140
article thumbnail

Top Picks from Poss Architecture & Design - As The Tile Turns

As The Tile Turns

''

article thumbnail

INTERNATIONAL AMAZING BLOG STATS SHARED WITH YOU ALL

Tile Excellence

'Thursday, October 10, 2013. INTERNATIONAL AMAZING BLOG STATS SHARED WITH YOU ALL !! I am so excited about the current stats from the blog this month.Seems many people from all over the world are reading the blog and the stats are amazing to me. And I want to thank all of you for reading and for making tileexcellence.com a internationally read web site and blog.

article thumbnail

Connecticut Trip and a FAB remodel

The Tile Shop

'Good morning! I hope everyone had a great weekend. Lauren and I just returned from a trip to Connecticut to visit our two new showrooms (Danbury and Norwalk). What a beautiful state- especially in the fall!! The stores look great- I will be sharing some photos of the new vignettes with you over the next couple of days. This first display, "Josie" comes from the Danbury store and features the Biltmore marble.

article thumbnail

Letters from a traveling Architecture Student | Life of an Architect

Life of an Architect

'about me Lets Work Together Frequently Asked Questions Do you want to be an Architect? Home / Life in General / Letters from a traveling Architecture Student Letters from a traveling Architecture Student Bob Borson — October 24, 2013 — 38 Comments 23 years ago, as a fourth year architecture student, I spent the Fall semester traveling around Western Europe soaking in all the architectural wonders I could find.