Granada Tile

JANUARY 20, 2016

Interior designer Kristin Rocke extolls the virtues of cement tile and her love affair with Granada Tile in Salt Lake City News , picking out some beautiful examples of concrete tile installations using our encaustic tiles in spaces around the country.

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Granada Tile

APRIL 28, 2016

There’s something about our Badajoz cement tile used as kitchen floor tile that always makes us sit up and take notice. Like this kitchen from Apartment Therapy and this Portland kitchen by interior designer Jessica Helgerson that just keeps gathering steam, this tile pattern stops people in their tracks.

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 23, 2017

Ceramic tiles first made an appearance in the ninth or tenth century BC, with cement tile arriving quite a bit later in the 1800s when hydraulic presses were invented and Portland cement was discovered. Moroccan Tile. Zellige tiles are very traditional to this region and are made up of colorful mosaics.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

Colombus, Ohio— Starnet , a network of full-service independent flooring contractors, has announced that DeBenedetto’s Commercial Flooring, a Lynx Company, of Portland, Oregon, has joined the partnership as a new member. The post Starnet grows membership with DeBenedetto’s Flooring appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

Hardwood floors offer a number of benefits. Even homeowners without allergies can enjoy the seamless look of hardwood flooring. So, is it a good idea to install hardwood floors in kitchens and bathrooms? So, is it a good idea to install hardwood floors in kitchens and bathrooms? Pros of hardwood floors.

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The London Tile Co.

AUGUST 19, 2016

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. Thanks to their realistic appearance, hard-wearing material and low maintenance nature, cement effect porcelain tiles are quickly becoming one of the top tile trends of 2016.

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As The Tile Turns

JUNE 25, 2014

As one of the country’s leading handmade ceramic tile manufacturers, Pratt & Larson continues to pay homage to traditional designs while pushing the boundaries with cutting edge and forward thinking shapes, sizes and colors. Left to right: Clay made in Portland in its natural state. 3x6 beveled brick in production.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 13, 2015

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. Below are some of our top uses for cement tiles in restaurants! Customize your own tile.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 31, 2017

Better yet, let’s look at a few fireplaces that feature Architectural Ceramics tile. Made to look like Italian travertine, this large format porcelain tile from our in-stock Monticello Collection , does double-duty as a stylish and durable fireplace option. Modern & Moody. Classy & Glassy.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 20, 2020

The CID Awards celebrate outstanding achievements in the design and installation of tile and stone in both residential and commercial projects. “We However, there were 18 projects that superbly demonstrated the versatility of tile and stone. Commercial Tile Design, Hospitality: Mercado Little Spain. Details Tile and Remodeling.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 14, 2017

While we’re hyped up on all things red, white and blue, let’s take a look at a few of Architectural Ceramic’s tile lines that are proudly Made in the USA. “We do art on glass, I don’t consider it tile” — Allison Eden, of Allison Eden Studios. We’re proud to be an American.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 15, 2013

Cement Tile Designs That Impress! One of these materials is tile. For this post, I’d like to focus on cement tile specifically. Alcala cement tile in a custom colorway. Cuban tiles patterns are generally more elaborate and often use bold, strong colors. Tuesday, October 15, 2013.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 29, 2013

Aguayo Cement Tile Factory Tour. I just returned from a business trip in the Dominican Republic meeting with the owners of the Aguayo Cement Tile Factory. Aguayo Cement Tiles are well known for their quality, large color palette, and commitment to new design. Cuban Tiles from the Aguayo Cement Tile Factory.

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Tile Excellence

MAY 31, 2013

100 pool tile repair. love doing swimming pool tile, because i love the sun and being outside.In love doing swimming pool tile, because i love the sun and being outside.In love doing swimming pool tile, because i love the sun and being outside.In love doing swimming pool tile, because i love the sun and being outside.In

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Floor Covering News

MAY 6, 2022

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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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 28, 2013

Tile Of Spain Launches Quick Ship Collection. Available online at www.tileofspainusa.com/quickship , the Quick Ship Collection is presented in a sleek, 68-page color online catalogue that highlights products from Spanish ceramic tile manufacturers that are in stock and available within 4 to 8 weeks. Ann Sacks introductions at KBIS.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 15, 2022

Today’s professional installers have no shortage of adhesives from which to choose when executing their flooring projects. In most cases, though, the floor layer’s choice of glue used boils down to ease of use, familiarity, cost and, of course, dependability. Following is a sampling of some of those products: Bostik. Sika/Dritac.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 10, 2015

Yellowing may still happen in a shower area where mud work or wet bed has been done using Gray Portland cement. This moisture penetration will even occur on floors that have been thoroughly sealed. The tile would then be installed with White Thinset directly on the membrane. Why is White Thinset insufficient in this application?

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Kitchens for Living

MAY 11, 2015

In the pursuit of all things tile, while on my trip to the Cevisama tile trade show with Tile Of Spain, I discovered something called “encaustic tile”. 16th century Turkish encaustic tile with colors still crisp and vibrant. encaustic” with reference to tile, comes from the nineteenth century. Guess what?

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Diana Viles and Bill Prescott at the 20th Annual FlooringPlus Convention and Fall Flooring Showcase. The Belknap White Group (BWG), one of America’s leading full-service flooring distributors, recently hosted its 20th Annual FlooringPlus Convention and Fall Flooring Showcase here at the Mohegan Sun Casino and Resort.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 26, 2018

Instead of flowers, let’s talk showers and shower tile. From the ground up, we’ll see what goes under and over shower floors and walls. With tools for homeowners, architects, contractors and distributors (that’s us) alike, Laticrete is a great resource for tile installation products and learning.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

APRIL 13, 2017

The Cronin Company in Portland Oregon recently remodeled their showroom using 4′ x 5″ Rosse wood-like plank tiles.

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Tile Excellence

DECEMBER 1, 2012

First I have to apologize for not getting to write On the blog as much as I would like.The overwhelmingness of everyday life and pricing and then doing all of the tile jobs I have to do to make a living and get ahead is heavy. just a simple tile guy ,a Mason working with concrete and rocks man made and natural. Tile Excellence.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

Shown above is a perfect example of the classic 3×6 subway tile, but with added dashes of warmth, thanks to the use of 16×16 Basalt stone field tile , wood, and warm metal. The designer didn’t stop with the walls – instead they opted to finish the ceilings in both tile and wood! Love the wall? Utilize a fireplace.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 5, 2021

The flooring industry was not immune to these impacts as plant shutdowns and retail showroom pauses put a crimp on product introductions. In fact, new product offerings and line extensions were robust in 2020 in what turned out to be a better-than-expected year for most flooring retailers and distributors. Bellera by Shaw Floors.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 22, 2020

—Confindustria Ceramica (the Italian Association of Ceramics) and the Italian Trade Agency announced the winners of the 2020 Ceramics of Italy Tile Competition during a virtual press conference hosted by Coverings. Eight projects from across North America were recognized for showcasing the beauty and versatility of Italian tile.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 16, 2015

So, I wanted to take a look at the newest trends that we’re seeing in tile for Kitchen and Baths. Black Tile. This one actually sort of surprised me because historically it was so rare to see black tile unless it was the black & white checkerboard classic look. Last but not least a bathroom with black floors.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 1, 2023

M any flooring retailers experienced a surplus of inventory in 2022 due to supply chain improvements. The following A+ products represent a sampling of new collections or expanded product line offerings that scored high for specialty flooring retailers and distributors in 2022. Rose Carpets & Flooring, Burlington, Mass.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

AUGUST 2, 2019

Creating encaustic cement-based tiles since 1990, they have produced copious amounts of flooring and wall coverings and also offer a restoration service. In order to create tiles that have been lost to time, they take an original sample tile which is cleaned to fully reveal its intricacies. Karoistanbul Restoration.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JUNE 12, 2018

The city of Portland, Ore., The garden can be enjoyed from the rooms on the second floor. Image: Town and Country Gardens Adding a sitting area or some wood deck tiles to a green roof adds living space to your living roof. Image: Recover Green Roofs Adding a living roof isn’t as complicated as it seems.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 18, 2021

By Ken Ryan B ehind every successful floor covering retailer is a supplier—or core group of vendors—with a vested interest in the health and vitality of that retailer. They embody the Dixie culture: understanding that our business starts with our customers.” —Jason McSwain, McSwain Carpets & Floors, Cincinnati. “We

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The Tile Shop

JANUARY 12, 2015

It showcases the Birmingham Grey Tumbled Marble , San Dona Honed Marble , and the Portland Fumo Cassero Porcelain on the floor. I''ll be sharing photos with you over the next couple of weeks. This first vignette is named the Harper. Please click on the image to view: Have a great day!

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 6, 2021

The list includes familiar names to the flooring industry—executives and CEOs—as well as those flying under the radar and even some with no connection to flooring. Two individuals who have played a key role in the flooring industry are Barbara Stroup and Lori Kisner, managing partners of Market Maker Events (MME).

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 6, 2021

The list includes familiar names to the flooring industry—executives and CEOs—as well as those flying under the radar and even some with no connection to flooring. Two individuals who have played a key role in the flooring industry are Barbara Stroup and Lori Kisner, managing partners of Market Maker Events (MME).

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

We delved into the interior design, looking for features such as hardwood flooring, stainless steel appliances, balconies and other modern features. Residents here enjoy designer kitchens with granite countertops, 9-foot ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows. The massive fitness club/spa on the top two floors of the building.

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