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Bigger Is Better: Large Format Porcelain Tile

Architectural Ceramics

Go big or go home. OK, we’d love to go through your home. Architectural Ceramic’s put together a small list of some of our large format porcelain tile collections. No matter the type of renovation, we can change the look of your home in a big way. About Porcelain Tile. Why are large format tiles typically porcelain? To avoid getting into the nitty-gritty, it’s because of how the tile is made.

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On the Road in New York-ICFF, Art & Great Food

Kitchens for Living

This year my birthday coincided with Design Week so I thought what the heck, it’s time for another On the Road episode, this time to the Big Apple for ICFF. The International Contemporary Furniture Fair was held at the Jacob K. Javits Center May 20-23 and is known as the North American platform for Luxury […] Read more.

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Now Trending: Notable Looks from Tile of Spain Manufacturers at Coverings 2018

Tile of Spain USA

This year, tens of thousands of attendees from every facet of the design community happened upon the Spain Pavilion at Coverings 2018, where the term eye candy took on a whole new meaning. Tile of Spain, the international brand representing 125 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturer’s Association (ASCER), exhibited a wide variety of new product innovations and trends from 85 Spanish tile manufacturers.

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Aquarius Stone Effect Tiles

The London Tile Co.

The Aquarius range features natural stone effect wall and floor tiles as well as a modern decor tile in Dark or Moon grey.

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2018 Salone del Mobile Milano's Most Magnificent Marvels

As The Tile Turns

Every spring, hundreds of thousands of visitors flock to beautiful Milano for the Salone del Mobile. This renowned conference brings the world's most talented designers together to acknowledge and celebrate their latest creations. In past years, the renowned trade fair has given rise to some of the industry's most electrifying developments. In 2018, designers expanded on a variety of trends seen at CERSAIE and other top trade shows: texture, clean lines, intricate mosaics and eco-friendly elemen

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LA FABBRICA INAUGURATED ITS EXCELLENCE EXHIBITION CENTRE

Ceramics of Italy

The company belonging to the ITALCER group, under the leadership of its CEO Graziano Verdi, launched its new exhibition centre inside the enchanting fifteenth-century building Palazzo Dal Monte Casoni, in the heart of the Emilian city. LA FABBRICA SPA , whose headquarters are located in Castel Bolognese, is specialized in the production of high quality Italian pottery and on 12 th April it inaugurated its excellence exhibition centre in Imola, where art and history are oriented to the future.

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Metropolitan Mastery

Diary of a Tile Addict

Metropolitan from Colorker Group’s ZYX brand. If you are looking for innovation in wall tile design, the metro tile may seem an unlikely destination. After all, this is one of the long-established staples of the tile retailer’s arsenal, alongside quarry tiles, black and white contrasts, and simulated marbles. Metropolitan from Colorker Group’s ZYX brand.

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Ways to Waterproof Your Kitchen

Kitchen and Residential Design

In a home, the kitchen is often the center of all activity. Almost all residents and guests pass through the kitchen and use it for its many purposes – crafting meals, enjoying a snack or a drink together, passing quick conversations over breakfast before work or school, washing hands, and much, much more. The kitchen also receives a lot of water activity, and sometimes it is unwanted water.

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Latest Recipient of the FCICA Bruce Newbrough Memorial Scholarship: Michael Lancaster

The Pulse: Ardex Americas

Aliquippa, PA, May 3, 2018 – FCICA , the Flooring Contractors Association, in partnership with ARDEX Americas and nora systems, Inc. announced the 2018 1 st quarter recipient of the Bruce Newbrough Memorial Certified Installation Manager Program (CIM) Scholarship. The winner, Michael Lancaster, works for Master Craft Flooring in Richmond Hill, Georgia.

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Canine Collaboration

Diary of a Tile Addict

Coverings doghouses by Alyss Edwards, American Wonder Porcelain, and Casa Ceramica. Exhibition organisers have long shown ingenuity in adding value to their events. Educational seminars programmes. worthy and well received. Free food and drink … what’s not to like. Badges and tee shirts. why not? But puppies … that, my friends is marketing genius. Coverings doghouses by Crossville, Fiandre, and Florida Tile.

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The Ultimate Guide to Underlayment for Tile

Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

For a beautiful and long-lasting tile installation, you need to ensure that every facet of the job is completed properly according to tile industry standards and best practices. The key element here is the foundation of the installation and that's where underlayment for tile solves a multitude of problems.

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Ways to Update Your Home

Kitchen and Residential Design

It might seem like a superfluous task to fix up your home. You already live there and, as long as things work, you may feel fine with the way things are. However, taking the time to remodel and repair has beneficial effects on your cost of living, quality of life, and your overall health. The how and why might seem baffling at first, but there are a number of ways to update your home, at an affordable cost.

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NTCA names winners of Five Star Contractor Project of the Year

Floor Covering News

Atlanta—The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) named the winners of its sixth annual NTCA Five Star Contractor Project of the Year Awards at Coverings 2018 here. NTCA’s Five Star Contractor.

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Consummate Concreto

Diary of a Tile Addict

Concreto by Fabio Novembre for Ceramiche Lea. Concrete-effect tiles, for both walls and floors, have been a mainstay of international ceramic tile exhibitions for some years now. The look has evolved with spatulated surfaces, semi-polished finishes, subtle tonal variations and material cross overs, such as the shuttered concrete look with visible wood grain.

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The Best Contemporary Furniture and Objects from Milan Design Week 2018

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Milan, Italy’s Design Week is the destination for those who want to be first to see the newest contemporary design trends. Architects, designers and retailers all converge with the latest furniture pieces and avant-garde home objects. Soft edges, pastels and lots of Art Deco inspiration dominated the show this year. Here’s a roundup of the coolest (and most out-there) creations from Milan Design Week 2018.

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Deck Trends That Are Taking Over The Outdoor Scenery

Trendir Magazine

Deck trends are always evolving, especially when the weather is getting warmer. This year deck trends are a little bit simpler yet put together and easy to incorporate at any time. The following deck trends are taking over the outdoor scenery, while still being charming and chic. Two-floor decking If you have a large deck the best you could do to maximize your space is to create an engaging atmosphere.

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Designing a New Piezoelectric Ceramic Material for Improved Ultrasound

Ceramic Industry Magazine

The development of a theoretical basis for ultra-high piezoelectricity in ferroelectric materials has led to a new material with twice the piezo-response of any existing commercial ferroelectric ceramics, according to an international team of researchers from Penn State, China and Australia. Piezoelectricity is the material property at the heart of medical ultrasound, sonar, active vibration control, and many sensors and actuators.

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Smart Home Kitchen Intel — from RICKI

JG Kitchens

RICKI is the Research Institute for Cooking & Kitchen Intelligence , a super-savvy market research company serving the industry. I asked for permission to share this graphic with you and they were happy to help. It’s overwhelmingly clear that convenience is the greatest motivator. Not surprising. So manufacturers really need to up their game on that front.

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HGTV’s Chip Wade: DIY Hacks to Transform Your Backyard on a Budget

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Chip Wade of HGTV and the DIYNetwork is known for such shows as “Designed to Sell,” “Curb Appeal” and “Elbow Room.” He’s also a Liberty Mutual Consultant – and a new survey from Liberty Mutual revealed that for 52% of consumers who completed a DIY project, saving money was the number one objective. With all this in mind, we asked Wade for some simple DIY ways to transform your backyard into an outdoor haven on a budget.

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Swiff-Train names Shane Calloway president, CEO

Floor Covering News

Houston, Texas – Swiff-Train has promoted Shane Calloway to the position of president and CEO, effective May 21. In his new capacity, Calloway will assume responsibilities of all key functions.

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Accepting Nominations for 2018 CI Top 14

Ceramic Industry Magazine

Is your company a global force to be reckoned with in the advanced ceramics, glasses and/or refractories arenas? If so, I want to hear from you! We are now accepting nominations for our exclusive annual CI Top 14 article!

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Smart Home Kitchen Intel — from RICKI

JG Kitchens

RICKI is the Research Institute for Cooking & Kitchen Intelligence , a super-savvy market research company serving the industry. I asked for permission to share this graphic with you and they were happy to help. It’s overwhelmingly clear that convenience is the greatest motivator. Not surprising. So manufacturers really need to up their game on that front.

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Color Knockout: 20 Accent Chairs That Will Rock Your World

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Colorful accent chairs are making waves in decor, and it’s not hard to see why: They’re an easy way to update and invigorate your space. If you find yourself boxed into a too-neutral color palette but you’re not ready to make a huge change to the room, add an accent chair for color or focus. One or two new accent pieces can turn your color palette around instantly.

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Chic And Charming Outdoor Eating Space Ideas

Trendir Magazine

Whether you decide to sit outside to enjoy your space or you choose to eat outdoors, you want to create a chic and charming dining space that makes you feel at home but also gives you that relaxing touch. The following ideas will help you create the perfect space for you and your home that has your personality written all over it. Mediterranean Touch The beauty of Mediterranean decor is how well put together the layout appears with little to no extra added decor pieces.

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Ceramic Filters Market to Benefit from Multiple Regulatory Efforts

Ceramic Industry Magazine

The global ceramic filters market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of more than 13% from 2018-2022.

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Top Prize at Intel International Science and Engineering Fair for Autonomous Window Cleaner for Commercial Buildings

The A to Z of Building

At the 2018 Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, a program of Society for Science & the Public and the largest international pre-college science competition in the world, Australian.

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Need a Move-In Deep Cleaning? Amazon Home Services Has You Covered

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

You’ve just moved into your new home or apartment. Looking at everything that needs to be done, you might feel like you need an army on your side. You’ve got boxes to unpack, that tricky smart home security system to install, flat-screen TVs to mount and new furniture to assemble. Plus, you want your home sparkly clean — STAT. Thankfully, Amazon’s got you covered; its Amazon Home Services department will send someone over right away to check off the items on your honey do list

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How To Make The Most Out Of A Small Patio Space

Trendir Magazine

Just because you don’t have the biggest patio space does not mean you can’t have a beautiful area that is well decorated and will allow you to enjoy the great outdoors. Use these ideas to make your small patio the perfect vacation oasis. Keep it Colorful Colorful furniture pieces are perfect for the outdoor space because they add to the colors that already exist in nature.

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Revenue for RAK Ceramics in 2018 First Quarter Meets Expectations

Ceramic Industry Magazine

RAK Ceramics PJSC recently announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2018.

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Technology is Amazing

Life of an Architect

If you are an architect, technology is a way of life … but despite knowing this information, I am frequently amazed by just how amazing technology actually is and the role it plays daily in my office. We literally spend thousands of dollars a year on software and hardware each year – which might not seem like much but we are only an office of (as of this week) 10 people.

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Steel-Framed Café Becomes Hanging Garden in Vietnam

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Studio Le House recently completed An’garden Café , an original spot for daily gatherings located in Hà ?ông, Hà N?i, Vietnam. This steel-framed café has a total surface area of 8,072.9 square feet (750 square meters) and features a playful layout. Plants and flowers add character throughout the space, inspiring a sense of freshness and seclusion. “While a house full of steel frame may sound dry and heavy, the impression of An’garden Café comes from impromptu hanging plant pots, conjurin

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Armstrong Flooring presents new CEU course, white paper on LVT

Floor Covering News

Lancaster, Pa.—A new continuing education course (CEU) and white paper issued by Armstrong Flooring focuses on LVT and details how this product can contribute to the WELL Building Standard, the.

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3M: Glass Bubbles for Automotive Composites

Ceramic Industry Magazine

3M recently introduced glass bubbles (S32HS) to help automotive OEMs achieve up to a 40% weight reduction of composite parts, at a density below 1 g/cc, while still enabling a class A paintable finish.

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4 Reasons Why Summer Is the Best Time to Remodel Your Kitchen

Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.

If you’re in the mindset for a kitchen remodel, you’ve probably been thinking about it for a while. Costs, materials, labor, time-there’s a lot to consider. One detail that might slip your mind, however, is the when. And whether you’ve been planning on remodeling for a year or a week, it’s important to know the best time to get your new project underway.

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Winsome Wow

Diary of a Tile Addict

Mini Hexa Contract by Wow. As Tile Addict has observed is past posts, when a company that specialises in the design and production of special pieces for mainstream tile manufacturers creates its own commercial brand, the results can be spectacular. Years of technical know how, cutting-edge trend analysis and in-house creative expertise suddenly burst forth in an eclectic mix of on-trend designs.

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Crossville names Shelby Ferriter as Common Thread for the Cure contest winner

Floor Covering News

Crossville, Tenn.— Crossville Inc. has named Shelby Ferriter as creator of the winning design for the company’s biennial Common Thread for the Cure scarf design contest. Ferriter’s scarf concept, one.

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Bosch Licenses Kyocera’s Haptic Feedback Technology for Automotive Applications

Ceramic Industry Magazine

Kyocera has signed a license agreement with Robert Bosch Car Multimedia GmbH, a subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH, a leading global supplier of technology and services.

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