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HYDRO BAN® Board makes your shower installs a snap

Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

HYDRO BAN ® Board is a robust, lightweight construction panel designed to be used in bonded tile or stone installations. It is made with a high-density, waterproof foam core and a reinforced, waterproof membrane on both sides. Kate-Lo Tile & Stone is currently stocking both the 1/2″ x 3′ x 5 board as well as the 2″ x 3′ x 5′ board.

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Stand Out With Metallic Effect Tiles

The London Tile Co.

The latest tile trend is one that will add a touch of urban glamour to any room in your home. Whether you are going for a shimmering bathroom or a high-impact hallway, our range of metallic finish tiles are sure to create the wow-factor. Wood, stone and brick effect tiles have dominated the market for the last couple of years thanks to their realistic finishes and easy maintenance.

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Coverings 2017 Tile Trends

Tile of Spain USA

One of Tile of Spain’s largest showings at Coverings ever, the Spain Pavilion at Coverings 2017 featured ceramic tile technology and design choices from 97 Spanish ceramic and stone manufacturers. Take a look at the tile trends Tile of Spain displayed at the show including, brick, concrete and dimensional tiles, greys and distressed looks, subway tile, hexagons, industrial looks, contrasting metallics and neutrals, large format tiles, stone look-alike tiles, and wood look tiles.

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What Are Encaustic Cement Tiles?

Granada Tile

While hardly a modern material, encaustic tiles are very popular in the home decorating and interior design world. Homeowners of all tastes are turning towards tiles, specifically cement tiles, for their unique patterns, vivid colors, and practical qualities. If you’ve been looking into this endearing material, you may have come across varying terms and descriptions, and some confusion over what you’re actually looking for.

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Cronin Showroom Gets a Remodel!

The Pulse: Ardex Americas

2,000+ square feet of ARDEX UI 720™ FLEXBONE®! The Cronin Company in Portland Oregon recently remodeled their showroom using 4′ x 5″ Rosse wood-like plank tiles. Pacific Specialty Stoneware installer Terry Hagelberger installed the showroom floor using ARDEX UI 720™ FLEXBONE® Floating Uncoupling Membrane, ARDEX UD 146™ Edge Insulation Strip, ARDEX X 5™ Flexible Tile and Stone Mortar, and ARDEX FL™ Rapid Set, Flexible, Sanded Grout in Gray Dusk!

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Falafel Anyone?

Garden State Tile Blog

Renown Zahav Star, Michael Solomonov, has just opened a falafel restaurant in Philadelphia, and Garden State Tile was selected as the source to supply the tile. Still reeling after being chosen as the number one North American Distributor of Italian-made tile for 2017, Garden State Tile is pleased to highlight another fantastic job using Italian-made tile — Terra by Marca Corona.

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Styling a European Kitchen

Conestoga Tile Blog

European kitchens are known for clean lines and noticeable contrast. This kitchen is streamlined and architecturally pleasing due to contrast. It is popular in Europe to choose brightly colored finishes for cabinets. These kitchen designs are highly effective. Generally in Europe space is limited, therefore the design needs to be highly efficient. Notice the design in this kitchen is particularly efficient.

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Rubble Tile April News: A Kitchen Panel Discussion and Tiles by Ragno & Avanti

Rubble Tile

Here at Rubble the Spring season is a time for many exciting events. In the coming weeks, Rubble will sponsor the ASID Designer Kitchen Tour. To kick off the tour we will host a panel discussion on kitchen design in our very own showroom. Read on to learn more about these upcoming opportunities to join the […]. The post Rubble Tile April News: A Kitchen Panel Discussion and Tiles by Ragno & Avanti appeared first on Rubble Tile : Minneapolis Tile Shop and Showroom.

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Nest: (n.) a place of retreat, rest, or lodging.

Garden State Tile Blog

Nest (by Crossville) porcelain, wood-look tile offers a serene, neutral color palette in seven colorways and two sizes that can be combined together for limitless designs. Nest also includes a 3” x 15” plank which is perfect for backsplashes and herringbone patterns. For added interest, a 12” x 12” parquet inspired mosaic works with the plank tiles for patterns and is approved for use as a shower floor tile.

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American Olean Adds Bright Colors with Theoretical Bold

ISC Surfaces

Formula Blue joins Ideal Beige and Creative Gray Theoretical Bold is designed to complement the existing Theoretical series, featuring the same light graphic variation in bright, spirited colors for an eye-catching pop of color. Rectified Porcelain Field Tile: 12x24, 24x24 Colors: Academic Red, Authentic Orange, Electric Blue, Formula Blue, Genuine Green, Primary Yellow Shade Variation: V2 Medium Variation Trims & Accents: 3x12 Bullnose, 6x12 Cove Base, 1x6 Cove Base Outcorner Other Features

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Margaret Taylor Burroughs(1915-2010): Printmaker and Community Maker

Margaret Almon Mosaics

Margaret Burroughs Portrait in Mosaic by Thomas Hill via Sumi-l on Flickr. Margaret Taylor Burroughs(1915-2010), was a founder of the DuSable Museum of African American History, as well as the South Side Community Arts Center(SSCA) in Chicago when only 23 years old. There were no galleries in downtown Chicago for African-Americans to exhibit their art, or gather together in the 1930’s.

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Superblooms at Home – A New Pinterest Board

JG Kitchens

Do you love flowers? They’re carpeting Southern California in brilliant golds, purples, reds and oranges this Spring! What about in your area? I’ve always loved florals, so this week I’m sharing ideas in a new Pinterest “Superblooms” Board on how to incorporate them into your homescape. There are tips for interiors and exteriors, regardless of how much space you have.

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AEC Cares – Project Orlando

Life of an Architect

One of the benefits of having a blog like ‘Life of an Architect’, is that I can turn my site over when warranted to help bring awareness and attention to items that are aligned with my own interests. For the last 4 years, I have been asked to help spread the message of a program called “ AEC Cares “ as they tackle a worthy project in the host city of the National American Institute of Architects Convention.

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The Perfect Kitchen Faucet

The Perfect Bath

This month, we’re celebrating the kitchen at Waterworks. This gives me another opportunity to talk about faucets for the kitchen, bar, laundry, potting shed and mud room, as I have done in the past. There are so many options available that it is difficult to make the right choice from the many faucets in the market. The qualifiers that should drive your decision are as follows: form and function are the classic pair, comfort, how does it feel in your hand, finish, design integrity, qualit

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10 Master Bedroom Design Ideas from Our Favorite Homes

Trendir Magazine

The master bedroom of a home can tell you a lot about the homeowners. In essence, the master bedroom is the home of the house. It is where you get to unwind, relax and truly be yourself. Therefore, it can be one of the hardest areas in the home to design as there can be multiple different elements that you need to take into consideration. You want your master bedroom to feel calming and cozy while still feeling personal and unique to your style.

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Egg-cellent Design

KB Culture

The similarity between these brightly hued sinks from the 1970s and a clutch of colorful Easter eggs can't be overlooked—especially this weekend. Best wishes for a joyful holiday, dear readers.

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Hardwood Design Unveils New Wall Claddings

The A to Z of Building

In 2017 this College Station company is staying current with upcoming interior design trends by continuing to provide products that offer texture, purpose and rediscovery. Wall cladding will add.

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OSHA’s June 23 Silica Deadline Delayed

Stone Update

On-site construction work get 90-day reprieve; fabricators, others still face compliance next summer.

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How to Make Delicious Smoky Deviled Eggs

Stagetecture

It doesn’t have to be Easter to enjoy delicious deviled eggs ! Whether you are entertaining or just want a tasty snack that is high in protein, a Deviled Egg recipe is the perfect go-to snack and appetizer. If you’d like a lower calorie deviled eggs recipe we like to substitute guacamole or avocados for the mayonnaise. This should perfectly represent the reason for the celebration in a delicious way.

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You Don't Spray!

KB Culture

Here, with the Magic Swan, we essentially have the humble vegetable sprayer elevated to the position of primary kitchen faucet. While silicone-spouted designs are no longer unusual, this model takes it to the extreme: stripped of even the barest armature, just an adjustable stand holds the hose in place. It's a winner of the 2017 German Design award. primyonline.com.

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Construction Work Commences on Demand Energy's Renewable-Energy-Plus-Storage Microgrid at Marcus Garvey Village

The A to Z of Building

Demand Energy, a wholly owned subsidiary of Enel Green Power North America, Inc., today announced that construction work has begun on the company's groundbreaking renewable-energy-plus-storage.

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Cabin Detail – Steel and Walnut Bench

Life of an Architect

In any project, there are a handful of design moments that help establish the personality of that entire project. For the cabin project that I have been working on for the past 2+ years, one of those moments came to life during the design process of a pair of benches that sit outside guest bedrooms. This was the original concept sketch that I created for a pair benches – you can see from the date on that sketch that I drew this in August of 2015.

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The Best Tips for Buying the Best Patio Furniture

Stagetecture

Now that the weather is getting warmer finding the best patio furniture can be a challenge. Whether you’re looking for a certain material, style, or price range, there are several features to consider. There are plenty of good reasons why you’d want to buy furniture for your patio , and there are plenty of terrific options as well. But how exactly should you buy outdoor furniture so you don’t waste your time and money?

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Bubbled Bath

KB Culture

From the Fantasy Bath Files: An effervescent design, the Newton tub is a witty comment—as I see it, at least—of Sir Isaac's Laws of Motion; specifically, a body in repose. The tub is also offered in a lacquered black version. maisonvalentina.net.

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Leviton Announces Development of New Wireless Room Controller System and App

The A to Z of Building

Leviton announced today the development of the new Wireless Room Controller System and App, the first and only system on the market compatible with Philips InstantFit LED lamps with EasySmart.

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Everything You Need

KB Culture

On the rare morning where there is time to spare for la toilette, having the option to sit [rather than stand] is a genuine luxury. The appropriately-named Narciso vanity facilitates this in a very compact footprint. Designers Andrea Parisio and Giuseppe Pezzano have put both sink and storage within an arm's reach without creating any feeling of confinement, thanks to the unit's modular make up. ceramicacielo.com.

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A Glassy Kitchen Design

KB Culture

I've always wondered about the glass shields that often enclose range hoods in European kitchens.my best guess is something having to do with fire codes, but please weigh in should you know the real story, dear readers. In any case, that glass box relates quite well to the glass-fronted cabinet that fits flush with the wall. The other glazing-based elements in this kitchen—the two windows—pretty much assured there could be no wall cabinets in the room.

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Three BNIM Projects Receive Coveted American Architecture Awards

The A to Z of Building

Last week, the Chicago Athenaeum and the European Centre of Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies named its American Architecture Awards for 2017. Three BNIM projects were among the 79 entries.

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Cherubim Interests' Subsidiary Executes Construction Management Agreement with Greenphoria Farms

The A to Z of Building

Budcube Construction Services ("BCS"), a subsidiary of Cherubim Interests, Inc.

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Getting My Lawn Care Ready for Spring with Roundup® for Lawns

Stagetecture

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post by Roundup® for Lawns. All opinions are strictly my own. During the winter months in Florida lawn care isn’t really thought about until we hit March 1 st , and then EVERYONE is only thinking about their landscaping and lawns! It’s one of those “unspoken truths” that everyone is trying to keep up with the neighbors to see who’s lawn care is on point, and whose yard looks like they started way too late to bring back the greenery we all love.

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DIY Craft Idea: Playful Easter Wreath Ideas

Stagetecture

Easter wreath ideas are perfect for the spring! Wreaths are such a great way to decorate your home, making it welcoming and giving a festive touch to it. They are also an ideal opportunity to get crafty and to get into celebrating mood. Since they are so versatile, they can be made for Easter or spring, too. Here is how to make this easy yet beautiful DIY Easter Craft.

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Creative Kids Easter Crafts, Activities & Treats

Stagetecture

Happy Easter! Whether you’re looking for unique ways to decorate Easter eggs , or kids Easter egg hunting ideas , we have you covered! Take a look at these creative ways to spread chear to the kids with these Easy Easter crafts below. Creative Kids Easter Crafts, Activities & Treats. Handprint Easter Cards. If your family absolutely loves sending cards during the holiday season, this is your chance to spread joy during the warmer months – plus it’s ridiculously easy.

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