Tile Talk

APRIL 30, 2013

How to Create a Stunning Mosaic Tile Wall Feature. A mosaic wall is one of the best features that you can have in your home. This is likely to include adhesive, grout, a grout scraper, gloves, and safety glasses. The joy of creating a tile mosaic is there is no right or wrong. design standards. at 6:00 AM.

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Making Tile Modern

MAY 30, 2012

Seriously…All grouts are not created equal. More often than not, grout becomes an overlooked element within the tile installation process (why is that btw?). Grout is what seals everything together – literally. It’s kinda like the perfect marriage of tile and grout.

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The London Tile Co.

JUNE 4, 2021

Flat and glossy surfaces are wipe-clean with ease, and you can minimise and hide long-lasting stains with thin and dark colour grout joints. Top tip: tile grout doesn’t have to be white! There are a huge number of grout colours readily available to enhance your kitchen interior design. Kitchen Interior Design.

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How to Floor Tile

MAY 30, 2019

Mosaic for instance demands more money to install even though it is on a backing. Cutting mosaic requires a different level of skill and equipment to accomplish. Some mosaic has 4 or 5 different materials in it and have to know what happens to each when exposed to hard rock cutting tools. Took forever but got it done.

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The London Tile Co.

JUNE 22, 2021

Generally, larger tiles will make the space feel bigger and fewer grout lines make them easy to clean. However, if you’ve found some small tiles or mosaics that you love, don’t be afraid to use them! 2021 sees a surge in popularity in encaustic patterned tiles and wow factor mosaic tiles. Who said neutrals are boring?

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Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

Standard white metro tiles were given a lovely twist by Arklam. Yellow, Rose, and Blue options make it easy to incorporate coloured grout or to enable the colourful decors to provide the subtle hint of pastel. When it comes to coloured grout, much to our disappointment there was very little to be seen. Melody from Codicer.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

Standard white metro tiles were given a lovely twist by Arklam. Yellow, Rose, and Blue options make it easy to incorporate coloured grout or to enable the colourful decors to provide the subtle hint of pastel. When it comes to coloured grout, much to our disappointment there was very little to be seen. Melody from Codicer.

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The London Tile Co.

MAY 15, 2017

In most areas of the home a standard tile is fine, however if you are looking for tiles for a wet room, external use or swimming pool surround it’s something you should consider. Make sure you are protecting the surface of tiles prior to grouting, as grout can dry on the surface of the tile and becomes extremely hard to remove.

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Tile Excellence

JANUARY 19, 2014

Tile Installtion FAQ: Sanded Grout or Un-Sanded Grout? Most Frequently Asked Questions from Consumers: From Newly Forming FAQ on Tile Installation, Tile Repairs & All Things Tile Related: Many people have asked me over the years which grout to use in their house particular to their tile installation.

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The London Tile Co.

OCTOBER 4, 2016

Porcelain is quickly becoming the most popular tile material for almost every application; from non-slip mosaics for wet room floors, to natural looking wood effect floor tiles. While standard 8-10mm thick porcelain floor tiles are perfect for indoors, the tiles do need to be at least double this to withstand external conditions.

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Making Tile Modern

JANUARY 28, 2016

Seriously…All grouts are not created equal. More often than not, grout becomes an overlooked element within the tile installation process (why is that btw?). Grout is what seals everything together – literally. It’s kinda like the perfect marriage of tile and grout.

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Granada Tile

OCTOBER 24, 2017

There may be standard sizes for certain applications and tile sizes that are commonly used in different places. A medium space like a bathroom will work well with medium-sized tiles and small, mosaic tiles will be appropriate for a small area. Subway tiles, plank tiles, and small mosaic tiles. Tile Size and Grout Lines.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 24, 2015

Create a pattern using plain or solid-color tiles using different standard formats. Make a mosaic. You can create a mosaic-like effect with cement tile using simple patterns like our Traditional Geo #3 shown here. The Geo 3 cement tile pattern creates a mosaic tile effect at a fraction of the cost.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 20, 2016

The updated course offers a comprehensive look at ceramic tile uses, including industry standards, installation methods, avoiding problems, sales training, and how to work effectively with clients. The updated course has an expanded section on glass tile and mosaics.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 4, 2023

In addition, YouTube influencer and tile installer Sal DiBlasi will focus on mosaics. More specifically, Mosaics with Sal: Have you learned from Salvatore DiBlasi on YouTube? Learn from him live as he set sheets of mosaics. Grab a trowel and try it for yourself. Tuesday, 1-1:30 p.m. Wednesday, 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., to 3:30 p.m.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

DECEMBER 17, 2019

One trend that we are especially hoping will take off more in 2020 is coloured grout. There was some evidence of this around this year, especially at Clerkenwell Design Week , and of course, throughout Living Ceramics ‘ Cava and Cava Mosaic, but there doesn’t seem to be nearly enough of it gound around.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

We decided on Sybil , a waterjet stone mosaic designed and manufactured in Virginia by New Ravenna, which is, in fact, inspired by organic floral textiles of the 1920s. Great for floors or walls – this mosaic is sure to be a show stopper. . Laticrete SpectraLOCK Dazzle is a way to add some “cool” to your standard epoxy grouts.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2012

This mortar sets quickly, allowing grouting in three to four hours. MAPEI began developing rapid-setting mortars and grouts more than 20 years ago with the introduction of Granirapid® mortar, a faster-setting version of its premium Kerabond/Keralastic™ mortar system for indoor and outdoor applications.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

LATICRETE hosts mosaic auction at Total Solutions Plus. LATICRETE has announced a joint auction with CTDA, NTCA, TCAA and TCNA for 12 world-class mosaic pieces to be held at the 2013 Total Solutions Plus event in Bonita Springs, FL this October. www.laticrete.com. Educational Booklet for Sound Control. The Sound Control Solutions.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

Finally, in celebration of the 10th year of its SpectraLock Grout product, Laticrete conducted an in-booth promotion where the works of extremely talented mosaic artists were displayed. The mosaic art gallery featured unique, museum-quality creations using Laticrete’s SpectraLock Grout Dazzle. design standards.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 28, 2012

Now this slate comes in an assortment of sizes so laying out the floor isnt as easy as you would get in a standard tile floor. The next step of course is the grout or is it? Slate is a natural stone and you have to seal it before you grout. Labels: Ditra , Grout , Schluter , Slate tile , thin-set. design standards.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 10, 2019

Choose the Right Grout Color for Your Backsplash. The dark grout trend has been popular for a few years, but it’s not for everyone. Choosing white grout or matching your grout to the tile will give you a seamless look, especially in a large backsplash area. Grout lines matter when setting tile.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Crossville (Booth 2600), Reformation: Offered in a quartet of warm-to-cool hues, Reformation’s three large-format plank tile sizes, two mosaic options, and trim package offer unique versatility. brings tiles into alignment and sets the grout spacing without the need for additional spacers. Panaria Ceramica (Booth 2125), Eternity 0.3:

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Floor Covering News

JULY 15, 2021

“For designers from Miami to Dallas to LA, that 24 x 48 is now a standard size. We’re even getting into bigger sizes—8 x 8-foot tiles—because consumers are moving away from grout lines. With a style like that, you’re getting a full pattern, unbroken by grout lines.”. Natural Materials.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 14, 2014

Here are the first three: Use a very narrow grout line when installing cement tiles. Place cement tiles as close together as possible to create a very thin grout line. Minimizing the grout line will make the design look seamless and your space look larger. We recommend a 1/16” grout joint. design standards.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 13, 2022

The collection’s concise field tile sizes are 12 x 24 and 24 x 24 supplemented by a 2 x 2 mosaic. Stone Fiction field tiles are made in the USA and Green Square Certified to answer sustainability standards. i4F: True Grout. SPC/rigid core tiles featuring True Grout are ideal for any room.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 16, 2012

Fragments is a colorful mosaic accent collection of patterned cement tile re-purposed from the cement tile factory.s Each piece, which is first cut into a square or rectangular tessera, is then carefully chosen on how its color and pattern will integrate with the theme of the mosaic. Spring Mosaic. Summer Mosaic.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 9, 2012

Fragments are colorful mosaic accent strips made from patterned cement tile that have been cut. Each tessera is carefully chosen based on how its color and pattern will integrate with the theme of the mosaic. Where to use Fragments Fragments are designed for wall applications because the mosaic surface is not flat. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

Then the additional layers of tile are added, let to sit overnight and the grout is applied. The grout is applied and then smoothed over as an initial cleanup with a damp sponge and allowed to sit again overnight. Labels: ceramic tile , glass tile , Grout , installation , thin set. design standards. The finished product!

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Garden State Tile Blog

APRIL 4, 2019

From stone mosaics that paint a picture to hexagon flooring with mixed finishes, this year’s offerings allow for personality and creativity in every room of the home. Check out Fancy Stone by Garden State Tile , Hexa Porcelain Mosaics by Garden State Tile and Handwritten by Crossville. Parquet Porcelain. Check out Travertini 2.0

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 10, 2015

moldings and mosaics allow for many design options. White Thinset is the standard recommendation for Bianco Carrara, Calacata, Onyx, Thassos, most Limestone, and other light or translucent stones. When the stone is exposed to water, moisture penetrates the stone and grout and into the mud bed, activating the loose particles of cement.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 21, 2014

Last week I discussed some important points about grout and cement tile for backsplash design. Finally, polished tile are usually easier to install because grout doesnt stick to the slightly smoother surface. In general, a grout release is not required for polished tiles. design standards. Margaret Almon Mosaics.

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The London Tile Co.

APRIL 14, 2016

Our range of brick effect tiles are extremely realistic looking, and are as slim as standard tiles. 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. Marble Effect Tiles. Terracotta Effect Tiles.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 14, 2012

This classic Spanish colonial tile body in a Moorish design is seamlessly translated into a square body cement tile with the option of different colors including a faux grout line. Here two colors were used for the "terracotta body" and the black grout line is in relief. design standards. Margaret Almon Mosaics.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 28, 2021

Daltile’s expansive offerings run the gamut from ceramic, porcelain, glass, natural stone tiles and mosaics to extra-large slabs, roofing tiles and countertops. Mirage Floors is synonymous with top quality, beauty and durability—the standard by which many quality hardwood floors are measured. Pure Grout from Republic Floor.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 18, 2013

A soft to the touch, contemporary, rectified tile, Urban Wood enables the installer to use smaller grout joints which not only give the new tiled area a more monolithic appearance… the smaller the grout joint, the lesser the time and expense for future cleaning. “Dazzle was a big hit when it was introduced ten years ago. .”

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 16, 2017

Because of their application for doorways and showers, a standard threshold size is 4″ x 36″ or 6″ x 72″ To see marble thresholds available with Architectural Ceramics, visit our threshold product search here. Here, a staggered brick pattern and a chevron mosaic are separated by a thin dark bar liner.

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