The London Tile Co.

NOVEMBER 22, 2018

It’s no secret that wood effect is one of the biggest tile trends of the last few years, and as digital printing technology develops and improves the designs available are becoming more and more realistic. We’ve spent several months searching high and low for the best wood effect tiles to add to our collection, and we’re exciting to launch four new ranges online and in our showrooms today.

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As The Tile Turns

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

Every year, the biggest innovators in the tile industry take over Bologna, Italy for the International Exhibition of Ceramic Tile and Bathroom Furnishings. Better known as CERSAIE, this annual event attracts over 900 exhibitors from dozens of countries. Many of the world's most innovative designers show off their ingenuity at CERSAIE, which serves as a sort of forecast for the upcoming season's tile trends.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

The powder room, also known as a small guest bath or half bath, is usually located near a home or apartment’s entrance and consists of a toilet and sink. Most half bath spaces are small and basic, but they don’t have to be. If you entertain often, your guests will most likely use your half bath. What does the room say about you? It’s time to transform your half bath from ordinary to extraordinary with our powder room ideas and tips that will make your guests’ visit a swoo

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Granada Tile

NOVEMBER 23, 2018

For the new Latin-influenced Dama restaurant in Los Angeles’s fashion district, interior designer Carolina Wicker of Caroline Wicker Designs, relied on a custom colorization of Granada Tile’s Copenhagen cement tiles to convey the restaurant’s tropical, vintage vibe. Swooping curves and pastel hues are a sexy and romantic combination.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

NOVEMBER 23, 2018

Midnight Blue by Original Style. Midnight Blue has been named Original Style’s Tile of the Year 2019, following on from last year’s Heath by The Winchester Tile Company. Given the predominance of blue at the highlight hue of choice at Cersaie, and Ceramics of Italy’s recent identification as The Blues as one of the seven hottest tile trends for 2019, and blue really does seem to be confirmed as today’s accent colour of choice.

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Rubble Tile

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

As the holiday weekend approaches, we want to wish everyone a very happy Thanksgiving! All of us at Rubble Tile thank you for your business; we are grateful for our amazing customers. In addition, we have a few changes to our hours this week, and.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

For many people, the meaning of the word “contemporary” is hard to pin down because it’s always evolving to fit a modern context. The same can be said for contemporary architecture. However, we’re here to put a face and a definition to the contemporary home once and for all. Keep reading to learn how to identify this style of architecture, as well as what sets it apart from the crowd.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

How familiar are you with the ANSI Standards for the Installation of Ceramic Tile ? (ANSI stands for the American National Standards Institute.) If you aren't, and you're in the tile installation business, it's time you pay attention. ANSI Standards are a tile installer's best friend!

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Giotile

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

While color trends in commercial design tend to have some longevity, that doesn’t mean that each year doesn’t bring exciting new colors to the design table. Here at GIO, we strive to bring you on-trend, up-to-the-minute looks in tile styles. Here’s a look at the upcoming color trends for 2019 and some of our products … The post Color Trends to Watch for in 2019 appeared first on Gio Tile.

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Stone Update

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Natural Stone Institute helps build another smart home for wounded veterans and first responders.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Beautiful plants can help draw your eye away from the equipment needed to keep your home comfortable. Source: Bloomwater, LLC Outdoor home decor usually doesn’t include an air conditioning unit. This necessary appliance doesn’t have to spoil your home’s look, however. Landscaping around an HVAC system is a great way to spruce up an often neglected space and to create a seamless exterior for your home.

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Life of an Architect

NOVEMBER 18, 2018

I have two more travel excursions before the end of the year, and my next trip one is just around the corner, which means I am in full-on research mode. My destination is Helsinki, Finland- a place that I have never visited before – and I am going in winter … because I’m smart that way. I am really excited, and a little bummed out because this is a destination I have wanted to make for a few decades, which is great … except this is a short trip and the time I have availab

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

November 12/19, 2018: Volume 34, Issue 11 By Lori Kisner The economy is booming, new home starts are strong and consumers are investing in home renovations—all great news for the industry. Why is it, then, that retailers are still feeling the pinch? More importantly, how can they grow their businesses and bottom line? Flooring […].

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Stone Update

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Engineering-stone imports from China slow down in the face of huge tariff barriers.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Holiday hostess gift ideas for the perfect guest. Image: Pottery Barn 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. We love parties, but finding the perfect holiday hostess gift is sometimes a challenge. You don’t want to walk in empty-handed, and you really don’t want to stop at a grocery store on the way for a gift that screams “I just bought this!

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Trendir Magazine

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

While fall is in full swing, many of us are still dreaming of summer’s warm weather and long days filled with sunshine and barbecue on the patio. However, that is no longer the case, so it is time to decorate the patio for fall and embrace the beautiful fall colors that bring a cozy touch to any outdoor space. With a few easy updates, your porch could be fall ready in a matter of minutes.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

November 12/19, 2018: Volume 34, Issue 11 By Reginald Tucker St. Louis—The flooring industry continues to step up in a big way in support of severely wounded U.S. veterans. Industry associations, manufacturers and distributors are partnering up to improve the quality of life for soldiers returning home following their deployments. A shining example is […].

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Stone Update

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

Natural Stone Institute’s promo campaign includes work with TLC network show.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

Pinterest is a great way to see what’s going on trend-wise. If you’re looking for something new and different to try this year for your Christmas tablescape, you’re going to love these five Pinterest Christmas table decorating trends. 1. Vertical Table Settings Go beyond your dining table and think about the area over it. Hang items from your ceiling or chandelier to add some whimsy and wonder to your Christmas table.

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Trendir Magazine

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

We did some sifting and searching, and we came up wildly successful! These 15 studio department decor ideas you can go out and buy today. Each of these pieces can be added to your quaint space and help transform into a trendier, more personalized vision. Oh, and let’s not forget, they’re affordable too! Dormify has a lot of great pieces to sift through including these designs that will hold your fav Insta photos, traditional snaps, and even notecards.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

San Rafael, Calif.—Bridgeway Interactive and Creating Your Space (CYS) held their 18th annual member conference this past week in Napa Valley, Calif. The focus of this year’s conference was digital marketing and the introduction of new visualization tools that redefine the shopping experience for flooring both online and in store. The digital marketing content focused not […].

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Ceramic Industry Magazine

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Private equity investment firm Golden Gate Capital recently announced that it has completed its acquisition of Active Minerals International, LLC (AMI) from Merit Capital Partners.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 23, 2018

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. Do you know someone who always seems to be traveling somewhere new and exotic? Shopping for someone with an Instagram feed that can compete with National Geographic’s? Check out these modern and unique travel gifts for jetsetters. 1.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

When it comes to interior design, it is important that you consider the lighting and how it might affect the look of the room. Getting the lighting right is not always easy but there are some things that you can do. Here, we are going to give you some tips on how you can get the right lighting in your home. Keep reading if you’d like to find out more.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Dalton—Shaw Industries Group recently joined the U.S. Army Partnership for Youth Success (PaYS) program, holding a signing event in celebration. By committing to the program, Shaw will offer job interviews to military service members in pursuit of business careers. The PaYS program provides youth in the Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) an opportunity to serve […].

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Ceramic Industry Magazine

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Morgan Advanced Materials has opened the doors to its new multi-million-dollar Carbon Science Centre of Excellence (CoE) research and development facility at Penn State University.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 18, 2018

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. When decorating your home for the holidays, key items to keep in mind are the holiday wall decorations. These work as strong focal points that set the seasonal design tone and help bring the whole room together. Alternatively, they can also work as small accents that add to the overall design scheme.

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The A to Z of Building

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

The UCLA was chosen as one of its 2018 visionaries by the U.S. Green Building Council-Los Angeles chapter, to be recognized at the group’s annual Green Gala to be held on December 6th, 2018 in.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Solon, Ohio—The Association for Learning Environments (A4LE) has honored John C. Sumlin, vice president, educational strategic accounts, Tarkett, for his work with and dedication to A4LE and SchoolsNEXT. A4LE is a professional and trade organization working to improve learning environments for students everywhere. With over 5,000 members, the association embraces a collaborative network of global […].

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Ceramic Industry Magazine

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

According to event organizers, the 25th staging of glasstec, International Trade Fair for Glass Production, Processing and Products, in Düsseldorf, Germany, drew 1,280 exhibitors from 50 countries that showcased their products in nine halls to more than 42,000 visitors from over 120 nations.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

This article is sponsored by Jet.com. The opinions and statements below are those of our writer’s experience. Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. The holiday entertaining countdown is on! Thanksgiving dinner, holiday cocktails, Christmas roasts and New Year’s Eve parties are all coming up. Are you ready to host the best (and most fabulous) dinners and cocktail parties around?

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Margaret Almon Mosaics

NOVEMBER 17, 2018

1 inch mosaic pendants in their perfect habitats from Margaret Almon. Matching my new pendants to organza bags never gets old! Getting ready for the North Penn Craft Show at North Penn High School in Lansdale on November 17th, 2018. The post Small Pleasures: New Mosaic Pendants appeared first on Margaret Almon.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

November 12/19, 2018: Volume 34, Issue 11 By Steven Feldman I know many of you are wrapped up in your Thanksgiving Day plans as you read this, and some are focused on putting up their Christmas trees on Black Friday. But it’s also time to start thinking about Surfaces, because—believe it or not— we’re only two […].

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Ceramic Industry Magazine

NOVEMBER 18, 2018

Owens-Illinois, Inc. (O-I) recently announced that it has acquired a 49.7% interest in Empresas Comegua S.A. from Fabricación de Màquinas, S.A. de C.V., a wholly owned subsidiary of Vitro, S.A.B. de C.V.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 23, 2018

There’s no denying that Christmas and Thanksgiving have blurred together over the years. Christmas songs start on the radio on November 1. It’s common to see Christmas trees up in homes and holiday lights ablaze right on Thanksgiving. In many homes, Thanksgiving has almost become “Christmas: Part One.” But Thanksgiving still deserves its due, so you’ll want to focus on how to transition between Thanksgiving and Christmas.

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Stone Update

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

David Allen Co. EVP, former association president will head executive leadership.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

November 12/19, 2018: Volume 34, Issue 11 By Lisbeth Calandrino Talking with a progressive retailer in the flooring business is a breath of fresh air. Not long ago, I spoke with Ted Gregerson, owner of Abbey Carpet, Anniston, Ala. I’d heard Gregerson runs a successful shop, and I wanted to learn more. What impressed […].

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