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New Valverdi Indoor-Out Ranges Now in Stock at London Tile

The London Tile Co.

Valverdi Indoor-Out offers a range of co-ordinating indoor 10mm and outdoor 20mm porcelain tiles to help you do just that – and they have just introduced several stunning new ranges. The Portland range is inspired by the latest trend in concrete floors, but with a slightly softer look. Dining Areas. Conservatories.

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Grouts, sealants help ease the task at hand

Floor Covering News

Along with rising temperatures comes high moisture levels in the air, which could pose challenges for flooring installers on the jobsite—whether it’s indoors or outside. The Portland cement-based, polymer-modified grout is both freeze/thaw resistant and water repellent, and is open to traffic in just 90 minutes.

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Top 10 Uses for Cement Tiles in Restaurants

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

If you’re looking for something special for your restaurant’s walls and flooring that can stand up to high traffic while also being resistant to water, food and drink spills, and environmental damage, take a look at beautiful cement tile. Reminiscent of century-old Encaustic Tiles, cement tiles have been handcrafted by artisans for decades.

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Go Urban with Concrete Effect Tiles

The London Tile Co.

Adding a new concrete or cement floor to an existing room is not a small job, but using a concrete effect tile is a quick and easy way to get the look for less. They are also ideally suited for use with underfloor heating systems, adding a touch of luxury to your new floors.

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Intriguing Pavilion House in Portland Inspired by a Dining Table

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Portland-based architect Ben Waechter and his creative team imagined this modern “glass house” that aspires to offer inhabitants maximum privacy. This time, the Pavilion House in Portland was imagined for someone dreaming about a naturally, brightly lit home that supports a private lifestyle.

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Bring the Sun in This Winter With a Sunroom

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

During the winter months, the cold weather makes it difficult to spend as much time outdoors. Sunrooms provide an opportunity to bring the outdoors inside during these months. In any event, Spicher says you need to decide how you want to use the room before you choose the finishes like paint colors or flooring.

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Here’s Why You’ll Want a Living Green Roof on Your Home

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

But a living green roof solves all these issues by being visually stunning, expanding your outdoor square footage and adding an eco-friendly element. The city of Portland, Ore., The garden can be enjoyed from the rooms on the second floor. Most rooftops are an eyesore or simply boring.