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Great Little Tiles

Tile of Spain USA

In architecture, the incorporation of subtle details can make all the difference. Small touches and material choices can change the impact of design to create a truly unique project. The Almost invisible school, by ABLM arquitectos, was created using a combination of large format mirroring and colorful subway tiles. Though large formats and design continuity are the most common components in architecture recently, a new approach to the use of tile can be surprising and refreshing.

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Porcelain Paving Pros and Cons

The London Tile Co.

At The London Tile Co. we know that there are many benefits to using tiles in your kitchen or bathroom, but what about outside? We stock a wide range of external tiles, which are often referred to as porcelain paving slabs, so we thought we would run through the pros and cons of this new-ish paving material. If you have got any questions at all about our outdoor tiles please get in touch with our customers service team.

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Sexy Home Design Styles Make a Comeback

JG Kitchens

I recently returned from the massive Design & Construction Week expo in Las Vegas. DCW combines the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show with the International Builders Show , both large events by themselves, tremendous together, as many feet will attest! It has become one of Las Vegas’ largest conventions – no small thing, since Las Vegas is one of the country’s largest convention cities.

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Trending in Tile for 2019

As The Tile Turns

With the new year comes new opportunities for making your space pop. The latest tile innovations could play perfectly into your most daring design goals for 2019. Tasteful, yet edgy, this year's trends offer stunning artistry without feeling excessive. At Decorative Materials, we're excited to bring the year's most impressive tile trends to homes and businesses throughout Colorado.

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Mountain Modern Architecture: 7 Ways to Define the Trend

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Once upon a time, building a home in the mountains meant something along the lines of bear rugs and deer heads. Sure, it was fine for a weekend getaway, but rustic homes didn’t always feel livable. The knickknacks and kitschy design can easily turn a mountain home into a caricature of itself. What seems like a fun space for a weekend can feel too heavy and cluttered for real-life living.

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Playing with Nature

Diary of a Tile Addict

This is a small selection of company’s offerings that take large formats to the next level and into the ether. Using inspiration from nature in the form of marble and gemstones, digital printing helps to create truly incredible out-of-this-world tiles. Sicis offers both mystic marble and grand-scale gems. The veining in their marble collection comes in five powerful metallic shades, giving the collection its name – Electric Marble.

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What Trends will Help the Ceramic Tile Market Top $107 Billion by 2024?

Ceramic Industry Magazine

The global ceramic tile market was worth around $70.9 billion in 2018, representing a CAGR of 9.1% from 2011-2018.

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Prefab Homes: Pros and Cons

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

The tiny house movement has had a positive effect on another type of residence: prefabricated homes. As millennials and empty nesters alike look for smaller scale, more affordable housing, prefab homes are getting their time in the sun. Once perceived as low quality and hard to sell, today’s prefab homes are nothing like their shoddy predecessors.

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Cool Cobogós

Diary of a Tile Addict

The 17th Expo Revestir – South America’s largest and most influential exhibition of ceramic tiles, surface solutions, and bathroom design – will take place from 12th to 15th March 2019 at Transamérica Expo Center, in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Here market trends and new launches of finishing solutions are shown to thousands of professionals and buyers by hundreds of exhibitors committed to worldwide excellence, high quality, and competitive prices.

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Proppants Industry Surpasses Milestone

Ceramic Industry Magazine

According to a recent report, the proppant industry supplied 230 billion lbs (115 million tons) of sand, ceramic and resin-coated proppants in 2018.

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Top Tiles on Display for the Spring Parade of Homes

Rubble Tile

Minnesota weather notwithstanding, Spring really is just around the corner, and what better way to experience the renewal of that season than the Parade of Homes! Introduced to Minnesota by BATC-Housing First in 1949, the tour event showcases new homes and amazing remodeling ideas for.

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Ardex introduces P 4 Primer

Floor Covering News

Aliquippa, Pa.—Ardex Americas’ commitment to innovation continues with the introduction of Ardex P 4 pre-mixed, rapid-drying, multipurpose primer. Ardex P 4 is specifically formulated for use prior to the installation of Ardex Tile & Stone mortars as well as most Ardex self-leveling underlayments. It offers a textured surface for the optimal bond over most common […].

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Expo Revestir: Ceaseless Innovation

Diary of a Tile Addict

Get ready! The 17 th EXPO REVESTIR will take place from March 12 th to 15 th 2019, at Transamérica Expo Center, in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and it’s going to amaze you once again in every way. The event keeps the tested and approved format: Business Days and Creative Days, with the schedule focused on different interests. EXPO REVESTIR is the biggest business platform in the national and international market of Latin America.

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Regulations Continue to Drive Global Market for Ceramic Filters

Ceramic Industry Magazine

The global ceramic filter market is expected to reach $2.9 billion by 2025, according to a recent report, progressing at a CAGR of 13.5%.

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Welcome to the Future

Garden State Tile Blog

The future of countertops, that is. Crossville Porcelain Countertops push the boundaries of innovation and design. Manufactured using advanced technical properties, these 12mm thick 100% porcelain countertops excel and outperform stone, granite, quartz, and composites. These countertops can even be used outside. The post Welcome to the Future appeared first on Garden State Tile.

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Ceramics of Italy identifies overseas tile trends

Floor Covering News

Bologna, Italy—Ceramics of Italy recently unveiled its tile trend report, which highlighted new trends the organization saw during Cersaie, the international exhibition of ceramic tile and bathroom furnishings held here. Following are seven of the biggest tile trends, according to Ceramics of Italy, as seen in the hundreds of new collections from member manufacturers at […].

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Majestic Magma And Much More

Diary of a Tile Addict

The 17th Expo Revestir – South America’s largest and most influential exhibition of ceramic tiles, surface solutions, and bathroom design – will take place from12th to 15th March 2019 at Transamérica Expo Center, in Sao Paulo, Brazil. At Expo Revestir, the focus is very much on market trends and the very latest surface solutions from more than 250 national and international brands.

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New Valverdi Brochure Out Now

Valverdi Indoor-Out

We’re really excited to officially launch our brand new brochure for 2019. Each year we aim to improve our portfolio of indoor-outdoor porcelain tiles, creating the perfect balance between best sellers and new designs. New in this edition is the stunning limestone-effect Champagne range, new Cloud colour and lappato finish in Shard and a new 900x900mm size and Dark colour within Iguazu.

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Substrate Preparation 101: Banish All Tile Bond Breakers!

Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

How concerned are you with protecting your tile installations from the horrors of bond breakers? If you're serious about it, you will spend time inspecting and preparing your substrate so as to prevent any situations from developing. Yes, substrate preparation includes determining whether the floor or wall surface will be bondable and, most importantly, this needs to be completed prior to installing tile.

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What Trends will Help the Ceramic Tile Market Top $107 Million by 2024?

Ceramic Industry Magazine

The global ceramic tile market was worth around $70.9 billion in 2018, representing a CAGR of 9.1% from 2011-2018.

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Metallic and Marble Masterpieces

Diary of a Tile Addict

The 17th Expo Revestir – South America’s largest and most influential exhibition of ceramic tiles, surface solutions, and bathroom design – will take place from the 12th to 15th March 2019 at Transamérica Expo Center, in São Paulo, Brazil. At Expo Revestir, the focus is very much on market trends and the very latest surface solutions from more than 250 national and international brands.

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Upgrade to Travertini 2.0

Garden State Tile Blog

Travertini 2.0 is updated with bolder graphics, richer colors, and more sizes. This tile collection still maintains aesthetic value, versatility, and functionality while reflecting strength and style. The post Upgrade to Travertini 2.0 appeared first on Garden State Tile.

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Importers Oppose Quartz-Tariff Expansion

Stone Update

Arizona Tile, Bedrosians, MSI, Piedrafina object to Cambria “glass quartz” request.

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L&L SPECIAL FURNACE CO., INC.: Electric Box Furnace for High-Tech Ceramics and Glass

Ceramic Industry Magazine

L&L Special Furnace Co., Inc. recently announced that it has shipped a floor-standing furnace to a worldwide leader of high-tech ceramics and associated components located in the Northeastern U.S.

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Too much Terrazzo?

Diary of a Tile Addict

It’s been claimed to be both a growing trend and a dying one. Interior designers don’t seem to agree on 2019s taste for terrazzo. Terrazzo with a twist was a very big trend last year (link to article), with multiple designs creating a vast range in materials, colours, and finishes. There has been a growing trend towards Terrazzo-effect tiles and Tile Addict has been following the numerous terrazzo-inspired creations for the last few years.

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Art for the Kitchen & Bath

Kitchens for Living

If you know me you know I’m always thinking about art and artfulness. When it comes to incorporating creativity into the home, I love finding paintings and ways to showcase sculpture and artisan items in a seamless way, especially in kitchens and baths. I recently attended ICFF Florida (International Contemporary Furniture Fair) in Fort Lauderdale […] Read more.

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Your Spring Home Maintenance Checklist

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Get your house into top shape for the warmer months with this spring home maintenance checklist. Image: Robert Daly/ Getty Images. The newness and freshness of spring are inspiring and can be just what we need to tackle our home’s biggest, most daunting to-dos. And that’s why in addition to spring cleaning this is also the perfect time of year to make sure everything around your home is in working order.

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Ceiling Design Ideas To Instantly Upgrade Any Room

Trendir Magazine

Most homeowners who take their time to decorate their homes, do not take a double look at their ceiling. For some reason, the ceiling tends to be left alone without much décor or its simply not talked about being decorated enough. If you are considering giving a room an instant upgrade, we got you covered! We have put together a guide to help you upgrade your ceiling with one of these charming ideas.

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Expo Revestir: Ceaseless Innovation

Diary of a Tile Addict

Get ready! The 17 th EXPO REVESTIR will take place from March 12 th to 15 th 2019, at Transamérica Expo Center, in São Paulo, Brazil, and it’s going to amaze you once again in every way. The event keeps the tested and approved format: Business Days and Creative Days, with the schedule focused on different interests. EXPO REVESTIR is the biggest business platform in the national and international market of Latin America.

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Mercier partners with JJ Haines & Co.

Floor Covering News

Montmagny, Québec, Canda—Mercier Wood Flooring has entered into a partnership with JJ Haines & Co. to ensure distribution of its residential and commercial product lines in South Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland and Virginia. “We could not be happier about our renewed relationship with JJ Haines,” said Wade Bondrowski, director of sales, USA.

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8 Ways to Design Multigenerational Homes

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

According to Pew Research, a whopping 64 million Americans live in multigenerational homes. Grandparents, parents, and kids all living under the same room has gained traction over the past few years, thanks to rising housing and healthcare costs. While packing more people into one house might seem less than ideal, it does have its perks. Whether it’s saving money or offering care, there’s something to be said for living with family.

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11 Sunroom Ideas That Are Too Good To Be True

Trendir Magazine

The sunroom- an almost magical place that allows you to be indoors yet have the outdoors almost at your fingertips. There is something quite blissful about sitting in your sunroom with a cool glass of wine and enjoying the sunset after a long tedious day. Whether you are taking a nap or simply enjoy a summer breeze here are 11 ideas that are too good to be true, but could make your sunroom feel like your new oasis.

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Murata Supports New Child Care Center in Nagaokakyo City; Facility to Provide Opportunities for Community, Employees

Ceramic Industry Magazine

Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd., along with Nagaokakyo City and the Sakuranbo Welfare Association, will open a combined childcare facility comprising Sakuranbo nursery, for the purpose of alleviating the issue of children on waiting lists in Nagaokakyo City, and Kaede nursery, which is a company-run nursery, for the purpose of supporting diverse work styles.

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Teknoflor introduces Forest Plank HPD

Floor Covering News

Milwaukee—Teknoflor has launched Forest Plank HPD coordinating luxury vinyl plank.The product is designed to match its sheet counterpart, Teknoflor Forestscapes HPD to provide extended versatility, usability and facility-wide opportunity for clients. “We are thrilled to be able to offer a unique flooring solution to the Teknoflor brand,” said Jeff Collum, president and CEO, Teknoflor.

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Entryway Design Tips: 6 Ways to Make an Entrance in Your Home

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

While often overlooked, the entryway might be one of the most important spaces in your home. After all, it’s the place that welcomes people into your home and, in some cases, might be the only part that visitors see. So why treat your entryway like a total afterthought? You can use clever design features to get organized, brighten the space and make the best first impression possible.

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Chic and Modern Open Space Decorating Ideas

Trendir Magazine

Having an open floor plan is quite beneficial. In theory, there’re multiple benefits to having an open space, including an abundance of lighting throughout two or more areas, and the convenience that comes with it as you entertain your guests. If you are seeking to upgrade your open space, here are some chic open space decorating ideas that will help you do just that.

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Interior Design Do’s and Don’ts for Every Beginner

Kitchen and Residential Design

It goes without saying that a home’s interior design is what really makes it come alive. A good interior design can make or break a home; it can make a home feel inviting or stale, lived-in or sterile. However, before you take the plunge to completely redo your home, you should educate yourself on some proper do’s and don’ts that come with interior design.