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JULY 30, 2018
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The London Tile Co.
AUGUST 1, 2018
August has arrived and while we’d normally be mourning the fact that summer is coming to an end, this year we have found ourselves craving cooler climates. That’s not to say that we have not loved having so much sunshine, but we’re English and we do like a bit of rain. This month we have two lovely tile ranges to tell you about, so read on for more information about the August Featured Tiles.
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As The Tile Turns
JULY 30, 2018
The good life awaits on your patio. Increasingly viewed as a livable space, a carefully designed patio allows you to embrace the natural world while remaining comfortable.
Trendir Magazine
AUGUST 2, 2018
Some home décor trends are timeless, such as fireplaces and marble counters. But others can be quite baffling like using outdoor furniture indoors and/or popcorn ceilings. Just like fashion, home trends are always evolving and coming full circle- that is the case for these outdated home trends that are currently making a huge comeback. Wood Paneling If you have been eyeing having wood paneled walls yet do not want to make the full commitment having an accent paneled wall could be the way to go.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
JULY 31, 2018
If you love the outdoors, it’s understandable to want to incorporate nature into your living space. When it comes to bringing natural textures into the home, you can go as drastic or as simple as you want. If you’re looking for bold statements and design elements that make you feel like you’re practically outside, take a look at these creative ideas for surrounding yourself in nature.
Diary of a Tile Addict
AUGUST 1, 2018
Laura Ashley Mr. Jones by British Ceramic Tile. Bold and bright, or discreet and understated; whatever the style, sales of feature floor tiles are on the up and outselling plain floor tiles, claims British Ceramic Tile. The brand has reported a 70% sales increase of patterned floor tile in retail channels over the last year (2017 to 2018), with its feature floor and designer collections proving a sure fire hit with consumers.
Ceramic Industry Magazine
JULY 31, 2018
The proper installation of refractory castables includes mixing, placing, curing and drying. Improper amounts of water used when mixing or poor densification during placement can lead to higher porosity, lower density, and reduced strengths. Improper curing can result in the formation of undesirable hydrate phases of the cement.
Ceramics Central brings together the best content for ceramics professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
JULY 28, 2018
Mantels used to be more ornate pieces in traditional homes. They acted as the focal point of the room, harkening back to a time when people were more likely to watch the fire than a television. But today’s mantels have taken on a more minimalistic touch. Many have simple, lightly colored facades around them. Some are little more than a square where the fire goes.
Diary of a Tile Addict
JULY 31, 2018
Aqua Maximum by Fiandre. If any further evidence was needed that worktop and furniture applications of XXL tiles will move centre stage at Cersaie 2018, Tile Addict draws readers attention to the Aqua Maximum collection by Fiandre Architectural Surfaces, a brand of the Iris Ceramica Group. Aqua Maximum by Fiandre. One of the leaders in the production of high-end full-body porcelain stoneware, Fiandre presented Aqua Maximum at the last Salone del Mobile in Milan.
Ceramic Tile Education Foundation
JULY 31, 2018
What makes the Coverings Installation Design Showcase (IDS) stand out is how it pairs installation expertise with design brilliance. Especially when it comes to combining tile with a tiny house which needs to not only function, but also bring to life a specific design concept. When it comes to the Luxe Cottage of Coverings 2018, Brittney Ferren from The Johnson Studio at Cooper Carry conceived the design.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 1, 2018
Castellón, Spain—The Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers’ Association (ASCER) will hold its 17th edition of the Tile of Spain Awards. The event is intended to promote the use of Spanish ceramic tiles in architecture as well as interior design projects both in Spain and abroad. The panel of judges is made up of internationally acclaimed professionals working in the architecture and […].
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
AUGUST 1, 2018
Runge Chevron Temporary Wallpaper by Wrought Studio. Image: Wayfair We hope you like the products we recommend. Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. Decorating with wallpaper is back in our creative toolbox. We’re loving the new patterns and colors. This is not the paper that we rush to cover or remove when we buy a home.
Ceramic Industry Magazine
JULY 29, 2018
How are ceramics being incorporated in semiconductors and other electronics -related applications? I’d love to hear about what trends you’re seeing in the marketplace.
Stone Update
AUGUST 2, 2018
Stone-supplies distributor restarts shop-to-shop service after six-year hiatus.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 3, 2018
Nashville, Tenn.—The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) recently hosted its Five Star Contractor Summer meeting here. The meeting, sponsored by Daltile and co-sponsored by Custom Building Products and Laticrete International, attracted over 100 NTCA Five Star Contractor members and sponsor representatives, and centered on education and networking.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
AUGUST 2, 2018
Designers are always looking for ways to incorporate color into spaces. And for a good reason: Shots of bright color add visual interest and a playful feel to any room. One new way people are using color is with colorful grout. Once simply a way to seal the spacing between tiles, grout is taking on a fashion sense all its own. By dyeing the actual grout bright colors like teal, yellow and pink, a tile design can have a fun accent color that adds some artistic flair to a space.
Ceramic Industry Magazine
JULY 31, 2018
Dal-Tile Corp. recently entered into an exclusive tile provider agreement with the nation’s 37th largest new home builder, Fischer Homes.
JG Kitchens
JULY 31, 2018
Millions of Americans sell their homes at this time of year. One of my best friends in LA just sold his, as a matter of fact. Are you selling yours? If so, here are some tips from real estate pros on how to get the best outcome, from my most recent article in the San Diego Union-Tribune. I hope it’s helpful to you! An attractive new front door can increase your home’s sales appeal!
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 2, 2018
Cartersville, Ga.—Patcraft’s newest modular collection, BioSymmetry, is designed to explore the natural definition of visual balance through transparency of shape and pattern. The collection’s three styles—Natural Form, Rebalance and Instinct—are available in 24” x 24” tiles that offer variation in scale from small to large. The gradated shift in pattern and color plays on the […].
How to Floor Tile
JULY 31, 2018
I love to wander through marvels of interior imagination at work and Bass Pro is an elegant example of the best in the craft. Bass Pro is a destination and not just a retail operation. It is designed with immense flavor of the outdoors. It is teeming with small and large examples that reflect what the customer might feel he needs or wants for that perfect outdoor adventure.
Ceramic Industry Magazine
JULY 29, 2018
The polymer-derived ceramics market is projected to see high growth from 2017-2022.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
AUGUST 1, 2018
You’re finally ready to purchase your own home, but the options are overwhelming. Any visit to a real estate website nets you hundreds of potential properties, from empty lots to decades-old homes. One of the most important decisions to make — and something you should decide before you start shopping — is whether you’d prefer building versus buying a home.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 2, 2018
Dallas, Texas—Dal-Tile Corporation’s team of builder specialists are an ever-present and key asset for the company’s professional builder customers. These builder specialists represent several of the brands owned by Dal-Tile: Daltile, Marazzi and American Olean. “Our Dal-Tile team of builder specialists are a key differentiator for us and help make our builder customers more profitable,” […].
Kitchen and Residential Design
AUGUST 2, 2018
via You don't have the daily routine of commuting to a corporate office, which is great. But is your office up to standards and does it make you feel welcome? In this article, I will give some trendy tips and latest interior design fashion for your work space. It is true that the office has expanded beyond the cubicle as the number of telecommuter and freelance workers continue to grow.
Ceramic Industry Magazine
JULY 29, 2018
CoorsTek recently announced the opening of a new research and development center in Uden, The Netherlands.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
JULY 30, 2018
A cottage porch is the perfect spot for a colorful front door. Try Clark +Kensington Vintage Peach to get this look. Image: The Cottage Building Company We love the look of a colorful front door to welcome guests into our home. Perhaps our front door is like our home’s jewelry — adding a little sparkle to the curb appeal. Painting your front door is one of the quickest (and prettiest) ways to change up your home’s exterior.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 1, 2018
Oberlin, Ohio—Natural Stone Institute has selected Michael Picco, president and founder of PICCO Engineering, to join the association’s executive committee as assistant secretary. “I am honored to have been selected to the Natural Stone Institute executive committee,” Picco said. “Having worked in the industry for over 30 years, I hope to use my experience and […].
The A to Z of Building
AUGUST 3, 2018
First GREEN Bank, an Orlando-based bank with deep commitment to the environment and a global mission, has launched its Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) ID+C Retail v4 Platinum.
Ceramic Industry Magazine
AUGUST 1, 2018
CARBO Ceramics Inc. recently reported its financial results for the second quarter of 2018.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
JULY 29, 2018
If you’re trying to save money, which bathing option uses more water? How can you tell? Comparing a shower to a bath is like comparing apples to oranges. That’s because you measure showers by duration (how long the water is running while you’re in the shower), but you measure baths by the amount of water it takes to fill up the bathtub (regardless of the time).
Floor Covering News
JULY 31, 2018
Dallas—American Olean is conducting intensive product knowledge training with its distributors through a nationwide roadshow stopping at all distributor locations. The training focuses on new products launching this summer. “Distributors are a huge piece of how tile gets to market in the U.S.,” said Hector Narvaez, vice president of distributor sales, American Olean.
The A to Z of Building
JULY 31, 2018
Fieldwire, a leading construction field management solution, announced today that Built, one of Australia’s largest and fastest growing private construction groups, has chosen Fieldwire’s.
Ceramic Industry Magazine
JULY 30, 2018
AGC Inc. (AGC) and NTT DOCOMO, Inc. recently achieved what is reportedly the world’s first 8 Gbps 5G communications with a fast-moving vehicle equipped with “vehicle glass mounted antennas” in a field trial conducted in conjunction with Ericsson Japan.
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
JULY 31, 2018
Let us help you feel at home. Image: Rawpixel Settling into a new home involves much more than just arranging your furniture and enrolling your children in different schools. It’s about getting to a point where you feel truly comfortable in your new home and, in order for that to happen, it’s crucial to connect with members of the community and your neighbors.
Floor Covering News
JULY 31, 2018
By Steven Feldman A recent article in the Wall Street Journal included vinylflooring as one of the top 20 products imported from China in 2017. According to the article, vinyl flooring, in the 13th spot, accounted for $1.78 billion in import value and the top 20 products collectively listed accounted for $75 billion in import value. […]. The post Exclusive to FCNews: Mohawk—Domestic manufacturing is good for the flooring industry appeared first on Floor Covering News.
The A to Z of Building
JULY 30, 2018
On July 20th, The Weitz Company accomplished a major step by delivering 211 new apartments in downtown Denver when it topped out SOVA, a 12-story multi-unit residential project for developer McWHINNEY.
Ceramic Industry Magazine
AUGUST 2, 2018
Sales of newly built, single-family homes fell 5.3% in June 2018 to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 631,000 units after a downwardly revised May report, according to newly released data by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau.
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