Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

Check out the following tips below, organized into categories, to care for and maintain your porcelain, ceramic, glass or natural stone tile. Simply put, when it comes to porcelain tile, the care and maintenance required is almost none. Stains like red wine on a marble surface are the enemy. Natural Stone.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 7, 2020

The recent boom in the housing market is a boon to the natural stone category. The flooring industry in general, and the natural stone category in particular, is starting to reap the benefits of such activities. Of all surfacing types, natural stone also has the ability to increase resale value of a home due to its classic aesthetics.

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Tile of Spain USA

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Monochrome geometrics pop against white marble-look porcelain, while floral-inspired patterns are beautifully suited with ceramic wood. Ceramic tile producers have developed advanced digital printing techniques to imitate marble, wood and cement, allowing these “materials” to be seamlessly grouped together. .

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How to Floor Tile

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

We like the appeal of warm Natural Stone and Slate offers an earthy look but it's days are numbered in your shower. There are a number of Natural Stone products you see installed in shower design centers all over made from Marble, Travertine and yes, Slate. I actually like Natural Stone for the workability.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 15, 2017

Photo: AC’s Gears Collection, available in three main options: a honed marble or two matte porcelains. AC’s Gears Collection , offered as a marble or porcelain water-jet mosaic, has several features that will turn your tile project into a unique one: interlocking 12×12 sheet. neutral honed marble.

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The London Tile Co.

APRIL 14, 2016

These tiles allow you to create the look of natural wood, stone & brick at a fraction of the cost and with little to no maintenance. Available in a range of colours from traditional red to white-washed, the brick-style tiles can be fitted using a 10mm spacer and grout joint to recreate the brick and mortar look. Stone Effect Tiles.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 11, 2017

Photo: AC’s Gears Collection, available in three main options: a honed marble or two matte porcelains. AC’s Gears Collection , offered as a marble or porcelain water-jet mosaic, has several features that will turn your tile project into a unique one: interlocking 12×12 sheet. neutral honed marble.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 29, 2022

Las Vegas—Coverings released a select product preview of new tile and stone products, along with a sneak peek of installation materials, tools and technology products, that will be unveiled at Coverings 2022 , taking place here April 5-8, 2022. Impressively bold, Adagio is a perfect choice for extraordinary design.

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The London Tile Co.

OCTOBER 17, 2018

Stone effect tiles are also available in a range of light hues, including the absolutely stunning Calacatta marble effect wall and tiles or Destiny stone effect tiles. Grout & Patterns. If you want a subtle or seamless look go for a matching white grout that will blend in with the tiles and conceal the lines.

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Conestoga Tile Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Always the pioneers in ceramic technology, they have once again developed a porcelain tile that is sure to change the interior and exterior ambiance of the world’s architectural structures. If you haven’t learned about gauged porcelain slabs yet, please read on. Pictured: Fiandre Precious Stones Yellow Onyx. Let’s take a look!

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Cali: Shorebreak Cali’s recently launched laminate, Shorebreak , is positioned as a next-gen product for homeowners and design professionals seeking a sophisticated (yet practical) stone-look flooring option. This high-performance laminate flooring offers marble and porcelain visuals in a user-friendly, click-lock tile.

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Garden State Tile Blog

JUNE 30, 2021

Garden State Tile Glazed Porcelain Mosaics. Hexagon mosaics made a big entrance into the interior design world in the 1900s, mainly installed on bathroom floors to promote better slip resistance thanks to close grout lines that provide a firm grip. Fancy Stone Ovation Carrara / Thassos Waterjet. Retro Revival. Beautiful Bars.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Of the five flooring award winners, RevoTile was the only porcelain tile to secure the accolade. RevoTile installs in just three easy steps: 1) Underlayment 2) Click tiles together 3) Grout. RevoTile is genuine porcelain tile offered in twenty-six marble, wood, stone and concrete looks.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Dallas— American Olean has launched two new tile collections—each bringing the latest trends to life through Reveal Imaging, an advanced technology that allows porcelain tile to emulate the beauty of natural stone and wood. The outcome is a simple stone look that adds a touch of class to any space.

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How to Floor Tile

APRIL 1, 2018

Both of these cleaners will reduce over time the integrity of the grout in your tile and if you have natural stone like Marble or Travertine it will etch the nice shiny surface you once had. The directions even state "do not use on natural stone tile". To help restore that use a "Wet Look" tile sealer.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 27, 2020

When shopping for waterproof vinyl flooring with rigid core construction, you are likely to come across wood plastic composite (WPC) and stone plastic composite (SPC). Most mimic natural stone, but there are a few that look like wood. Porcelain and ceramic tile bathroom floors. Porcelain and ceramic planks.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 27, 2018

From porcelain to specialty ceramic, here are how a few materials compare in an exterior application: Porcelain & Glass. These two tile types are mentioned together, because porcelain and glass both undergo high heat and pressure when made. Natural Stone & Specialty Ceramic. Porcelain & Glass.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 17, 2022

In the kitchen, the design team chose Crossville’s Swatches wall tile collection creating a beautiful backsplash complimenting the Crossville porcelain slabs and countertops. For the countertops, the designers chose Crossville porcelain slabs and countertops again mixing two hues creating a unique aesthetic for this stylized kitchen.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

Ceramic, marble, porcelain, glass — Square tile is available in a variety of material types. At AC, we have endless porcelain and marble options available as a 12″x12″ field tile. It is commonly done in travertine, because the pattern and natural stone both come from France.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 11, 2019

Even though many of our tile series is strong enough to hold up to the heat of fire, the adhesives and grouts used to set the tile are not intended to have that much exposure to an open flame. The product above is a porcelain field tile, selected for more than its beauty. Check out Lane from our collection of porcelain tiles.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

(ARLINGTON, VA—February 12, 2019) Coverings ( coverings.com ), the largest international tile & stone exhibition and conference in North America, will honor the beauty and durability of tile this National Tile Day as the February 23 observance enters its third year.

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How to Floor Tile

SEPTEMBER 18, 2014

Travertine is a Natural Stone as you know, but did you know most of it is filled with grout? They simple match the color and fill it with grout then polish the surface. This Natural stone has some of the traits of Marble Tile being very soft and can be difficult to work with because it is brittle.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

Here, we’re naming just a few of our tile collections that include a matte black ceramic, porcelain or stone. Let’s start with an Architectural Ceramic porcelain tile that offers several options: the Aristocrat Collection. The dark grout ties the space together. We hope they grow on you. Aristocrat.

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Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

MAY 19, 2014

The combination of the nylon and stainless steel strap makes it possible to achieve a minimum seam of 1/64” (ideal for thin tile countertop install) up to 3/8” grout joints. The MLT SYSTEM™ is ideal for setting large format porcelain, thin tiles, and slab up to ¾”. Share it now! setting materials mechanical lippage tuning system mlt'

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Conestoga Tile

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Always the pioneers in ceramic technology, they have once again developed a porcelain tile that is sure to change the interior and exterior ambiance of the world’s architectural structures. If you haven’t learned about gauged porcelain slabs yet, please read on. Pictured: Fiandre Precious Stones Yellow Onyx. Let’s take a look!

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How to Floor Tile

JULY 12, 2014

First, I suggest Porcelain Tile in large format at least 12"x12". The larger surface the fewer grout lines. Porcelain tile is robust and the surface is a type of glass. The advantages are Porcelain comes in hundreds if not thousands of types, colors and sizes. I would suggest the same treatment for Marble or even Granite.

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Garden State Tile Blog

AUGUST 27, 2020

Today’s tile and stone offerings allow for tasteful alternatives to traditional white subway tile that meet every style and budget – all while offering your kitchen much needed protection against water damage, food splatters, and bacteria growth. Natural Stone. Textured Tile.

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The London Tile Co.

AUGUST 7, 2015

There are 3 materials that you’ll find everyone talking about, ceramic, porcelain and natural stone. Available as glazed, unglazed and polished, Porcelain Tiles are a popular choice in kitchens and bathrooms. Benefits of Porcelain Tiles. Some porcelain tiles are suitable for use outside, such as our Valverdi range.

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Garden State Tile Blog

APRIL 4, 2019

From porcelain to cement to natural stone, new designs and innovations have lead to some of the most breathtaking new collections for both residential and commercial projects. Strong Veined Marble Porcelain. Dramatic, yet undeniably sophisticated, marble look porcelain in 2019 is stronger than ever.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

From stone looks to refined metals, slates and bold colorways, AO had something on hand for any consumer need. The company also launched its Designer Grouts to allow consumers to create unique designs without the need for major renovations—or breaking the bank. MSI also showed new designs in the ever-popular stone-look format.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 31, 2018

Turn to the last page, and you’ll find most porcelains are rated for floor use, while some ceramic tiles are only suitable for wall use. From ceramic to porcelain, and glass to natural stone, AC offers a variety of tile materials. This is especially important when working with natural stone.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

Outdoor patio flooring ideas run the gamut from cozy wood to elaborate natural stone motifs. Natural stone: If you’re creating a high-end patio with a luxurious feel, natural stone is tough to beat. Choose irregularly shaped stones for a meandering appearance, or cut modular stones for a more pulled-together look.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 1, 2020

RevoTile installs in just three steps: place underlayment, click tiles together and grout. Once grouted, the perimeter is sealed and RevoTile is then a waterproof flooring system. RevoTile is genuine porcelain tile offered in 26 marble, wood, stone and concrete looks.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 25, 2016

Cement tiles are an ingenious combination of cement, marble powder, water, sand, pigments, time and patience. Why Cement Instead of Porcelain? While porcelain is well regarded for its durability, it is still no match for cement. It is recommended to seal tile 24 hours after grouting & again after 72 hours.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Their large format marble and concrete effect porcelain tiles create a seamless look. Minimal grout-lines and a polished finish make for an immaculate space unblemished by constant harsh edges. Alfa Ceramic offers a similar range of porcelain tiles, from stone and marble-effect to a cement look.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Their large format marble and concrete effect porcelain tiles create a seamless look. Minimal grout-lines and a polished finish make for an immaculate space unblemished by constant harsh edges. Alfa Ceramic offers a similar range of porcelain tiles, from stone and marble-effect to a cement look.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Cava , a collection previously covered in Tile Addict, designed for Living Ceramics by LucidiPevere, named ‘coral red’ as one of the grout colours specified to complement the tiles. This colour stone comes with a variety of grain thicknesses to subdue the brightness as much or as little as you’d like. Norwegian Pink from Petraluxe.

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