As The Tile Turns

DECEMBER 12, 2016

Tile is one of the most practical and beautiful ways to update the finishes in your home. Whether tile is used on a feature wall, living room floor or backsplash, tile is one of the most versatile finishing materials available. Traditionally, you will find tile in the kitchen or bathroom, but when complemented with other decorating materials such as wood and paint, tile can be used practically anywhere in the house, both inside and out.

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Tile Excellence

DECEMBER 16, 2016

Ceramic Tile Repairs: Floor Tile Replacement and Shower Re-grouts By Chris Lawson Tile repairs are a very specialized service and it can be hard to get tile contractors interested in small, sometimes difficult, detailed repairs. The trick to these repairs is to remove and replace the broken materials without it being obvious that it has been repaired.

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Tile of Spain USA

DECEMBER 13, 2016

Tile of Spain presented an informative lunch and learn session entitled ‘Technical Porcelain Cladding Systems’ at the recent the Facades + AM San Francisco sponsored by Architects Newspaper. The seminar, presented by Tile of Spain technical consultant Ryan Fasan, details the use of high performance ceramic tile panels in rainscreens (ventilated facades) and curtain wall systems.

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Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

DECEMBER 10, 2016

The timeless charm of white Argenta marble is paired with modern styling. Contemporary formats give Argenta a sophisticated feel. Plank and rectangular formats are juxtaposed to the curvy Arabesque mosaic, a nod back to the classic forms. Stocked in Minnesota in 3″x12″, 12″x24, 3″x24, Arabesque mosaic and coordinating bullnose. Additional sizes including 24″x24″ and 24″x48″ are available North America stock, 1 – 2 weeks.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

DECEMBER 16, 2016

Ed Spooner, owner of Renovisions, Inc. , recently completed a residential bathroom remodel utilizing ARDEX UI 740™ FLEXBONE® Uncoupling Membrane. “It’s much better and easier than Ditra”, said Ed! ARDEX X 5™ Flexible Tile and Stone Mortar along with ARDEX FL™ Rapid Set, Flexible, Sanded Grout were also used.

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Tile Excellence

DECEMBER 16, 2016

Copper Shower Pans vs. Rubber Membranes By Chris Lawson I always want to give my customers and blog followers the best advice on the most economical yet highest quality t ile-related installations. I've learned this information from years of hands-on doing of the jobs myself. As you may know from my actual web site I do all my jobs personally and have over 34 years of experience.co In all those years out on the job I have pretty much seen it all.

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Tile of Spain USA

DECEMBER 15, 2016

Miami, FL, December 2016 – Tile of Spain announces the winners of the 15th Annual Tile of Spain Awards of Architecture and Interior Design. On November 24th the jury for the Tile of Spain Awards, chaired by architect Gonçalo Byrne, met in Castellón Spain to select the winners. First prize in the Architecture category went to a two home project in Oropesa (Toledo, Spain).

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Conestoga Tile Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2016

Photo Credit: Bati Orient Pebble Mosaic. When designing a living space that balances beauty, function, and comfort, it is worth taking into consideration what type of lines are prominent in each room. Interior design divides lines into four categories: vertical, horizontal, angular and curvilinear. Each line type plays a part in setting the tone of your living space.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2016

CUSTOM Insights recently spoke with Curtis Ballantyne, project manager for Continental Marble and Tile Company in Corona, Calif. Curtis and his team at Continental were among the first tile contractors to install CUSTOM’s NEW RedGard SpeedCoat™ Rapid Setting Waterproofing Membrane. RedGard SpeedCoat is formulated with cross-linking moisture cure technology so it cures in as little as one hour, even in challenging jobsite conditions like high humidity.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 13, 2016

This modern ranch home in Big Timber, Montana makes the most of its picturesque location in the American West with panoramic views of the surrounding 2000-acre property. Floor to ceiling windows wrap around the structure. They add a touch of modern style and set everyday tasks against the backdrop of Montana’s Crazy mountains. During the spring melt, water flows from these peaks into the flood plain surrounding this home.

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Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

DECEMBER 15, 2016

With gentle movement created by wind and water, and the soft color tones and variations of nautral sand, Sahara is an elegant sandstone look. Produced in four classic colors including Taupe, White, Brown and Grey, this gorgeously soft patterned porcelain tile lends a sophisticated touch for your home or office. Stocked in MInnesota in 12″x24 format, also available in 2 – 3 weeks in 24″ x 48″ format.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

DECEMBER 13, 2016

ARDEX recently hosted Crossville Tile for a Super Format Laminam Tile Installation Training at ARDEX Academy in Pittsburgh, PA. Installers from New York, Pennsylvania and Ohio attended the training on proper install techniques, high performance ARDEX installation products and tools for Super Format tile. European Tile Masters (ETM) tools were also represented.

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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

DECEMBER 13, 2016

There is a reason why spectacular kitchens, and bathrooms, sell homes. While they were once considered purely utilitarian, the homeowner of today can also see the aesthetic value in addition to functionality, appreciating luxurious, high end fixtures, and finishes, in the rooms they visit most often. If you’re considering a bathroom remodel in Rockville , there are several essential elements, and steps you should consider in order to make the most of your investment, and achieve the timele

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 14, 2016

This family cottage located in Kingston upon Thames, England was renovated by McGarry-Moon Architects. A new addition was built, which together with the main house can now accommodate up to 12 persons. “T he new extension meets the old with a touch of glass,” the architects said. “Its palette is muted but precise, with crafted iroko timber meeting sharp board-marked concrete walls.

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Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

DECEMBER 13, 2016

Faroe is a textile-inspired porcelain tile that lends a subtle texture, a fashion-forward color palette and contemporary sizes for modern spaces. Five shades including Seashell, Celeste, Mist, Mother of Pearl, and Midnight are available in 12″x24″ in our Minnesota warehouse. Other sizes available special order are 24″x24″, 16″x32″ and 5 1/8″x32″ along with Moss, which is also available in 12″x24″.

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Heath Ceramics

DECEMBER 13, 2016

Don’t forget! Put in your orders by the dates on the map and use ground shipping to receive your gifts in time for Christmas and Chanukah. Ground shipping uses less fuel and makes less of an impact on the environment than does air. Plus, you’ll still get your order in time for the big day. .

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ISC Surfaces

DECEMBER 12, 2016

Checkout the newest additions to the Entourage Collection from American Olean. (Sizes mentioned are in inches.) Fortify —block random glass and stone mosaic Colors: Ash, Cloud, Crater, Ember, Rock Size: Block Random Glass and Stone Mosaic (12 x 12 sheet size) Novelty —mini-herringbone glass mosaic Colors: Agate, Lapis, Onyx, Opal, Quartz, Tortoise Size: Mini-Herringbone Glass Mosaic (12.5 x 12.5 sheet size) Refluence —random linear glass mosaic Colors: Cavern, Grotto, Stream, Torrent, Waterfall,

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Stagetecture

DECEMBER 15, 2016

Whether you are looking for durability or beauty a natural stone combined with other rustic outdoor elements can transform your home’s exterior. Natural stone is gorgeous when used in outdoor applications such as a stone fireplace, or when landscaping stone is used in walkways, garden stepping stone locations and more. Curb appeal in any season is essential to bring warmth and a welcoming appeal to your home.

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Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

DECEMBER 14, 2016

Shadebox is a collection series that combines glossy subway tiles, wood planks and chevrons, and a unique textural pattern to create a series that interplays with color, dimension and pattern in one contemporary and complementary palette. Shadebrick is a 3″ x 12″ subway tile, available in four glossy shades including; Light, Dark, Grey and Taupe.

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JG Kitchens

DECEMBER 13, 2016

I recently shared the article I wrote for the San Diego Union-Tribune on great holiday entertaining gear for your kitchen. I’ve created a new section in my Amazon Store for the gear recommended by the pros interviewed for this article. Any one of these items can help you entertain better, easier and more comfortably at home. Or you can use their tips as a gifts for friends and family who love to cook and entertain at home.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 10, 2016

We spend so much time curating and making our spaces just right, don’t we? And yet if you’re like me, you’re not entertaining nearly enough. With the holiday season in full swing, it’s time to show off your space, enjoy the company of friends, and not get too caught up in the details. The holiday season is known as the most wonderful time of the year, but it can also make you nervous to throw a casual gathering of friends — it’s easy to feel as though there’s extra pressure to

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The Ace of Space

DECEMBER 15, 2016

As one of the 10 Design Bloggers chosen for the High Point Market Design Bloggers Tour, writing about the trends and latest introductions in furniture is as exciting as visiting the showrooms. And one of the highlights of Market has always been visiting the Bernhardt showroom. It’s room after room of the latest in “furniture fashion.” […].

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Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

DECEMBER 12, 2016

Living is a natural wood-look porcelain tile that is available in classic and contemporary shades for modern spaces. The formats of these tiles include both a 6″x40″ tile and a 3″x18″ size, which is perfect for creating patterns such as herringbone style. Cenere, Marrone and Tortora are stocked in our Plymouth warehouse. Noce, Nero and Bianco are available in 3″x18″ and are special order, 1 – 2 weeks.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

DECEMBER 11, 2016

The Butler County Humane Society received $500 and many pet supply donations from ARDEX Americas employees last week. The Butler County Humane Society was one of the designated charities who benefited from the ARDEX Penny Wars !

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 10, 2016

Everyday life should unfold in bright, open and ingeniously designed homes. Seen on Alvhem Mäkleri & Interiör , this duplex apartment in central Stockholm provides a dose of highly appraised Scandinavian design as inspiration for those who love bright urban living spaces. The Charming central Stockholm duplex apartment spreads over a total of 55 square meters, so the design had to offer a luminous environment fit for Sweden’s long and dark winters.

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Life of an Architect

DECEMBER 12, 2016

I don’t think it’s bragging when I tell people I’ve done my fair share of awesome decks in my career … and today I thought I would show you one of the most recently completed awesome decks. One of the projects I have been working on for a while is coming to a close, and most of our attention has turned to the exterior hardscape (things like patios and walkways, decks and the trellis).

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Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

DECEMBER 16, 2016

TexTile weaves a contemporary style with the simplistic and timeless appeal of woven fabrics and concrete. With a subtle texture and a classic palette, TexTile incorporates a fresh air of modernity with the traditional hexagon and plank formats. Five colors including Dark (Anthracite), Ivory, Sand, Silver and Taupe in 3″x12″ planks, and 10″ hexagons that feature a geometric triangular pattern.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

DECEMBER 15, 2016

It is truly better to give than receive…ARDEX Americas employees recently collected personal care items and gifts for deployment bags given to the171st Air Force Refueling Wing. Employees also donated gifts for local families through Beaver County Children and Youth Services.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 11, 2016

Steffen Welsch Architects took Parkville Connect House in Melbourne, Australia as an opportunity to think creatively about a common problem. Their glass atrium offers a unique approach to bringing light and living space into older homes, which often lack these two modern essentials. As an added bonus, the design uses passive design principles for efficient ventilation.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

DECEMBER 15, 2016

Image: [link] The kitchen is the heart of every modern home. In fact, it has evolved to play a versatile role as a place to not only prepare food, but also bond with family, entertain friends, and even tackle homework with your kids. Therefore, you should ensure that your kitchen provides the most comfortable and welcoming environment for these activities.

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The A to Z of Building

DECEMBER 16, 2016

LMN Architects announces the unveiling of their design for the new Computer Science and Engineering Building, Phase 2 (CSE2) for the University of Washington. The new 138,000-square-foot facility will.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

DECEMBER 12, 2016

It’s not hard to see why ARDEX K 22 F™ High Flow, Fiber Reinforced, Self-Leveling Underlayment​​​​​​​​ is a superior product! Its fiber reinforced properties on display, check it out: via GIPHY.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 13, 2016

This home addition in Melbourne, Australia was built to complement a Victorian house. Designed by Nic Owen Architects in 2016, the 154 square meter “pod” house addition added a family room and kitchen. The purpose of the addition was for form to follow function. Being separated from the main site meant that the pod is free to respond to the natural restraints and limitations of the site, while respecting the past.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

DECEMBER 10, 2016

Image Credit: Catchlight Painting Green building and remodeling appeals to many of us, but sometimes environmentally-friendly products and practices seem out of reach because of expense. When you want to make the smallest carbon footprint, but you’re forced to choose unsustainable choices because of expense, it can be frustrating. But while there are many expensive green options for kitchen building and remodeling, the good news is that there are also several inexpensive ways to get the green ki

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The A to Z of Building

DECEMBER 15, 2016

Prescient, a fully integrated and patented design, engineering, manufacturing and installation solution for the construction industry, announced today an ongoing partnership with Trammell Crow.

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Stagetecture

DECEMBER 10, 2016

A fudge recipe is a perfect indulgence any time of year! Nothing satisfies a sweet tooth more than a piece of velvety fudge, and our today’s fudge dessert recipe will leave you wanting for more. It is a beautiful swirled treat flavored like root beer and vanilla ice cream. Sweet and creamy with just the right flavor, it’s always a hit at getting together or just to eat out of the pan.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 16, 2016

Pulkabacken is the perfect home for entertaining with features like a party deck and sled hill roof. Street Monkey Architects customized a prefabricated module to create these unique elements, building the home into a hillside. This allows it to have privacy from neighbors and beautiful sea views. During the summer, the grass-covered roof camouflages this home from the street and offers an easy place to enjoy the outdoors.

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