December, 2013

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Spanish tile included in This Old House Top 100 Best New Home Products 2013

Tile of Spain USA

'Congratulations to Tile of Spain manufacturer Magna Tile. Their Luxury Series tile has been listed in the ‘TOH Top 100 Best New Home Products 2013’ from This Old House magazine. The DIY-friendly design calls for less grout work and leaves less room for error. The article states that ‘the smaller bricks on these puzzle-piece ceramic tiles effectively lay themselves’.

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Avente Tile Talk: Portuguese Ceramic Tile: Architectural History and.

Tile Talk

'Tuesday, December 10, 2013. Portuguese Ceramic Tile: Architectural History and Preservation Through the Ages. Ceramic tile façade in Portugal. Portugal is a land of Medieval castles, cobblestone villages, captivating cities and golden-sand beaches, history, great food and wine, and beautiful scenery. Aside from all these wonderful things are the ceramic tiles of the country.

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Get the Look: Bring the Flavor of Guatemalan Cement Tile’s to Your Next Project

Granada Tile

'Last week, we showed you some great cement tiles Melanie and Marcos came across on trip to Guatemala. This week, we thought we’d show you how to bring the look of Guatemalan cement tile into your own concrete tile installation project. Granada Tile has lots of tiles that capture a similar flair, along with a palette that can bring a little of the classic color of the country into your own kitchen or bathroom tile project.

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Tired of Cold Floors?

Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

'Did you know that Nuheat Floor Heating System brings soothing heat to tile and stone floors? Simply install a Nuheat mat under your tile and stone floor for a maintenance-free, economical, efficient heating alternative – with no cold spots. As a cost-effective option, a 30 square foot heated area of Nuheat uses the same electricity as three 100-watt light bulbs.

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NTCA Awards Ring of Honor to Scott Carothers, CTEF Director of Certification and Training

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

'Scott Carothers, Ceramic Tile Education Foundation director of certification and training, has received the coveted National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) Ring of Honor for his service to the tile industry and to NTCA. The award was presented to Carothers by NTCA president Dan Welch at the industry-wide awards luncheon during Total Solutions Plus in Bonita Springs, Florida, on October 28, 2013.

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Dry Treat

Ciao Tile

'Stone. So beautiful, yet so many choose not to use it in certain applications (typically. exterior or wet), due to their fear of maintenance issues. Well, fear no more! Introducing our new product line of Dry Treat sealers. Stain Proof by Dry Treat is an impregnating, invisible sealer that protects natural stone, pavers, concrete, brick and grout from damage caused by water, salts and oil-based stains.

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Ceraspaña 32 Magazine now available from Tile of Spain

Tile of Spain USA

'Explore the world of Spanish ceramic tile with Ceraspaña 32 , the newest edition of the magazine published by ASCER, the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers’ Association. This issue includes: Radiating a light all of their own – focusing on metallics from Tile of Spain companies such as Dune, Inalco, Adex, Grespania, Onix, T echiceramica, and Neolith.

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Color Change: Transforming Granada Tile’s Normandy Cement Tile Design

Granada Tile

'What makes Granada Tile ‘s cement tiles so special? Lots of things. Their durability is certainly high on the list. Their fabulous, sensuous textures is surely another. The sheer variety of our concrete tiles, though, might just be the best thing about them. We have so many concrete tiles to choose from—from our Mauresque , Rustico and Antique Collections to our Minis to our flagship Echo Collection —there’s something for everyone.

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Burlington by 41Zero42

Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

'Burlington is a porcelain tile that derives its inspiration from the variation of the same stone from different parts of the quarry. The result is a blend of cross and vein cut limestone with strong shade and movement. Available in three naturally gorgeous colorways , Grey , Ivory & Sand in a 6” x 36” plank. This material will be arriving early 2014.

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The Tile Shop: Design by Kirsty: Jonathan Adler Styled Bathroom

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. Friday, December 27, 2013. Jonathan Adler Styled Bathroom. Good morning! We love the "Happy Chic" design style of Jonathan Adler. He just opened up a store here in Minneapolis- so great to have his style so close!

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Floors ,floors? (part I) - Zementfliesen/ mosaicos hidráulicos - Blogger

Mosaicos

'Cement tiles/ Zementfliesen/ mosaicos hidráulicos. about tiles - mainly about patterned floor tiles made either of cement or clay. Pages. Home. About. Sunday, December 8, 2013. Floors ,floors… (part I). A while ago I was invited to see a very special floor in Sevilla. If you think (like I did): what can be so different, I think I have seen all sorts of tiles and patterns - YOU ARE WRONG!

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Tile of Spain Announces Winners of the 2014 “Passport to Creativity” Contest

Tile of Spain USA

'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 winners of the 2014 “Passport to Creativity” contest. The four design professionals selected to participate in an 8-day, architectural tour and trip to Spain are: Kristyna Borden, Interior Design Professional, HOK Architects.

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Avente Tile Talk: Favorite Portuguese Tile Installations

Tile Talk

'Tuesday, December 17, 2013. Favorite Portuguese Tile Installations. This month, Avente pays homage to the classic styles of Portuguese Tiles. In last weeks post , Arpi Nalbandian started the month-long celebration by introducing the rich history and culture of Portugal, and the important role hand-painted ceramic tile has played. Portugal is a great place for ceramic tile lovers like me – it’s used everywhere.

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Living History: More Sensational Cement Tile from Guatemala

Granada Tile

'Guatemala, as with Nicaragua, has a robust tradition of cement tile installations. In older parts of its cities and towns, surfaces are covered with stunning cement tile designs ranging from the subtle to the extravagant. A while back, we shared some discoveries Granada Tile ‘s Melanie and Marcos found on a trip to the country, and today, because there’s an embarrassment of riches, as far as Guatemalan tile designs go, we thought we’d share a few more.

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Happy Holidays!

Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

'Kate-Lo Tile & Stone would like to take this time to wish you and yours the best and brightest holiday season! Share it now!

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The Tile Shop: Design by Kirsty: What's Your Style?

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, December 26, 2013. Whats Your Style? Good morning! From the runway to kitchen- whats your style? Your fashion tastes can translate into home design…… Please click on the image to view: Posted by.

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Making a real SPLASH!!! Kitchen Before & After via TheKitchn.com

Making Tile Modern

'Great article by thekitchn.com featuring our very own Clayhaus for modwalls® 2″x 8″ Splash Subway Tile. See the amazing transformation below or view the original article here. Kitchen Before & After: A 1970s Kitchen Gets a Jaw Dropping Overhaul. When we saw photos of Kitchn reader Sarah Galender Meyer’s Bay Area kitchen renovation, we were stunned!

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Tile of Spain Video: Distinctively Unique

Tile of Spain USA

'Explore the distinctively unique style of Spanish Ceramic Tile. Tile of Spain creates special designs to awaken your senses, capable to fulfill your wishes and imagination. Because every creation is distinctively unique. You deserve it and Tile of Spain makes it. Take a look at this video to see more! … Continue Reading.

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Avente Tile Talk: Cheers! Looking forward to Tile in 2014

Tile Talk

'Tuesday, December 31, 2013. Cheers! Looking forward to Tile in 2014. 2013 has been a year of tremendous growth, exciting change, stronger partnerships, and a lot of learning coupled with fun about a product I really love. Cuban Heritage Tile in Lobby. Nevertheless, 2014 holds exciting possibilities for the Avente Tile team. In the coming year, well be unveiling exciting new products - including our exclusive Signature Line.

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Get the Inspired: What’s Happening on Share Designs in December

Granada Tile

'You’d think that with the holidays taking up lots of psychic space this month, tile-philes’ collective attention would be turned toward other topics. Happily for us, that’s not the case. Take a peek at Granada Tile ‘s Share Designs page, and you’ll see folks have been busy on the site—coming up with some truly fabulous cement tile installation ideas.

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Happy New Year 2014!

Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

'Kate-Lo Tile & Stone wishes you a happy, healthy and abundant new year! Share it now!

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The Tile Shop: Design by Kirsty: Happy Holidays

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, December 24, 2013. Happy Holidays. Happy Holidays! Kirsty and Lauren. Posted by. Kirsty. at. 8:00 AM. Reactions: No comments: Post a Comment. Newer Post. Older Post. Home. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom).

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Considering white marble counter tops? | Life of an Architect

Life of an Architect

'about me Lets Work Together Frequently Asked Questions Do you want to be an Architect? Home / Interior Design / Considering white marble counter tops? Considering white marble counter tops? Bob Borson — December 5, 2013 — 31 Comments There are few things that are as stunning to me as a white marble counter top … I love them and appreciate the character and history they have as a material.

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Kitchen and Residential Design: Old techniques, new furniture

Kitchen and Residential Design

'Kitchen and Residential Design. Notes and anecdotes from the design world. Pages. Home. About Me. Contact. My Work. My Store. Social Media Training. 04 December 2013. Old techniques, new furniture. Posted by Paul Anater. at 7:30 AM. My friend Patrick Shilling is a master woodworker in Bethnal Green, London. Over the years hes carved out a niche for himself as a creator of exquisite, one of a kind interiors.

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Holiday shopping in New Preston

The Perfect Bath

'Privet House is one of my favorite shops for home accessories. From table linens, vases, trays and cutting boards to an occasional scarf and fabulous vintage finds, there is always something tempting for yourself or your hostess. The shop has recently moved from the hamlet of Warren, CT to the stylish village of New Preston to join other delightful independently-owned stores.

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Cement Tile Spotlight: Inspired by France

Granada Tile

'Few countries boast a richer design tradition than France. From textiles to furniture to fashion to architecture, it simply can’t be beat—there’s beauty around every corner. France also has a phenomenal tradition of innovation, which is particularly meaningful to us here at Granada Tile , since cement tile was first developed there in the 19th century.

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Vein from Imola

Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

'From the elegant veins existing in nature, appears the fascinating marble surface of Vein. Tradition blends with the technical, combining the technical characteristics of the primary full-thickness porcelain stoneware. Vein is characteristic of its proposal in two versions, A and B, both with the cut in the direction of the vein, and with that against the vein. “A” is a replica of a vein-cut travertine.

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The Tile Shop: Design by Kirsty: The New Lindenwood Mosaic

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. Monday, December 23, 2013. The New Lindenwood Mosaic. Good morning! Our new Lindenwood mosaic has arrived! Weve been excited to add this to our collection. Some fun facts about this mosaic: *I first saw it in the Luxury Home Tour in Fargo, ND and liked the contemporary look.

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Introducing American Made Textured Glass Subway Tile CRAVE

Making Tile Modern

'Meet CRAVE. Introducing American Made Textured Glass Subway Tile CRAVE. CRAVE – color Oasis. Modwalls © all NEW American Made Texture Glass Subway Tile is CRAVE. Available in 7 stunning colors, this CRAVE Collection features 3″x8″ glass subway tile with a glamorously textured surface. Ideal for any wall application including kitchen backsplash tile, bathroom tile, fireplace tile, feature wall tile, and pool tile.

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Kitchen and Residential Design: This beautiful table is for sale

Kitchen and Residential Design

'Kitchen and Residential Design. Notes and anecdotes from the design world. Pages. Home. About Me. Contact. My Work. My Store. Social Media Training. 03 December 2013. This beautiful table is for sale. Posted by Paul Anater. at 10:04 AM. This is what I call craftsmanship. That joinery is in the center of a table designed and built by my friend Kevin Fitzpatrick.

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kbculture: Bottle Service

KB Culture

'skip to main | skip to sidebar. 31 December 2013. Bottle Service. In honor of tonights toasts to auld—and new—lang syne, heres a backsplash featuring designer Erin Adams Bottles mosaic rendered in moonstone, opal, and tourmaline glasses. She cites the natura morta [still life] paintings of Giorgio Morandi as an influence on the work; his bottles and vessels gently jostle each other, and the shadows they cast go in all directions. newravenna.com.

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Breaking News: Granada Tile’s Vegas Cement Tile Design Is Top Pick in Family Circle

Granada Tile

'In Family Circle’s January 2014 DesignFile column, David Stark gives a shout-out to Granada Tile’s Vegas cement tile design. In Family Circle’s January 2014 DesignFile column, David Stark gives a shout-out to Granada Tile’s Vegas cement tile design. Over the last year, Granada Tile has been on quite a magazine hot streak. Editors, not to mention designers and architects, love our concrete tile designs and what they bring to all sorts of projects—from bathroom tile instal

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Top Trends in Tile from Cersaie 2013 - As The Tile Turns

As The Tile Turns

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The Tile Shop: Design by Kirsty: Bonga Perla Shower

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. Friday, December 20, 2013. Bonga Perla Shower. Good morning! How could we have known that the color of the year would be Radiant Orchid?? We got lucky, and used this color in some of our new showrooms to highlight our tile.

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Mod American Made Ceramic Tile by Rex Ray Studio for Modwalls

Making Tile Modern

'Rex Ray Studio Rox American made matte ceramic tile in Lunar white and Eclipse black. #ceramictile #tile #blacktile #whitetile #designertile #moderntile #modtile #mosaictile #rexraystudio #americanmade.

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Del Conca Introduces Titillating New Ceramic Tile Line

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'Milo Manara is a well-known Italian comic book artist who is known for his, er, erotic and adult themes.

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kbculture: What Once Was Will Be Again

KB Culture

'skip to main | skip to sidebar. 27 December 2013. What Once Was Will Be Again. Its the final Flashback Friday of 2013, dear readers, and in a temporal juxtaposition befitting a New Years Day hangover, well simultaneously look forward and back. In 1899, artist Jean-Marc Côté created fifty depictions of daily life in the year 2000. His take on the kitchen certainly foreshadows todays molecular gastronomy craze; the steampunkish appliances look like theyd fit in at a hipster Williamsburg boîte.

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