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71 France – Upscale Edina Apartments

Rubble Tile

Glass and marble mosaic tiles AlysEdwards Glass/Stone Blends are installed in many of the units at 71 France. This classic collection combines cool gray glass and smooth white marble. Randomly patterned glass and marble mosaic tiles create a soothing a sophisticated atmosphere. Designed […].

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Getting in Shape: The Skinny on Tile Shapes & Patterns

Architectural Ceramics

When considering large-format square field tile, common sizes are: 12″x12″, 18″x18″, and 24″x24″ Decorative or square accent tiles are most commonly seen in 4″x4″ or 6″x6″ Lastly, square mosaics are often mesh-mounted in a 1″x1″ or 2″x2″ size.

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10 Hot Summer Destinations & Tile Inspirations

Architectural Ceramics

Simply strolling the mosaic-tiled streets while eating a pastel de nata and taking in the sites like beautifully tiled buildings is a treat when vacationing in Lisbon. This hand-chopped and tumbled mosaic pairs two natural stones in black and beige tones, similar to those found in Lisbon. Paris, France. Lisbon, Portugal.

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Expect the Unexpected from Tile Variation

Architectural Ceramics

Waverly mosaic via Architectural Ceramics. Thassos, for example, is a white marble that has little variation because instead of veining, it has a crystallized appearance. Here, our Waverly mosaic features Thassos and Crema Marfil marbles. Notice that the white marble is clean and crisp throughout.

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Cement Tiles Inspired by World Travels

Granada Tile

Zellige tiles are very traditional to this region and are made up of colorful mosaics. Early Spanish tile mostly consisted of unglazed bricks, mosaics, roofing tiles and water channel tile. France is known for being a fashion capital and style influencer to the world. Spanish Tile. Cuban Tile. French Tile.

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Displays of Diversity

Diary of a Tile Addict

And last but not least is Majestic, the latest design from the 2018 Valentino by Ceramiche Piemme collection, inspired by some of the most refined Italian marbles. Majestic was inspired by some of the most refined varieties of marble: Carrara, Grigio Verona, Nero Levanto, Onyx, Nero Marquinia, and Bianco Arabescato.

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The History of Ceramic Encaustic Tiles

Granada Tile

Many 13 th century and earlier churches and palaces incorporated the use of tile made of various shapes and interlocked them to form a mosaic-like design. In the late 1800s and early 1900s, a product called “carreaux de ciments” (literally, cement tiles) was created and manufactured in France.

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