Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Attendees will gain insight into today’s sustainability market and the current conversation around carbon emissions, detailing the need for furthering the demands of environmental transparency, standardized environmental performance and human health optimization pertinent to product ingredients.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 29, 2020

This is so company employees can be productive and take advantage of the opportunity to learn more about their trade and job skills while at home. The course teaches the basics of natural stone including terminology, the geology of the various types of stone, usage, how it is quarried, processed and fabricated.

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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. UofCTS is currently in the process of updating the UofCTS Tile Installer Thin-set Standards (ITS) Verification online course.

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Ceramics Tile San Diego Training 100

Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

How to tile a shower in 48 seconds! The finished product! design standards. green building products. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 21, 2016

Seattle Bark Wood lookalike porcelain flooring. Architectural Ceramics was my top choice for tile because I really love the new trend of wood lookalike porcelain. The standard rough in is 12”; however, I had to buy a 14” rough in because our drain was set out further from the wall. The measure it again. And one more time.

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Tile Talk

MAY 6, 2014

I was thrilled to see porcelain tiles paying homage to traditional and contemporary cement tile patterns. And remember, while the look is that of hand-crafted cement, these tiles are made entirely of porcelain. As an advocate of hand-crafted ceramic and cement tile, I felt more connection than ever to these new porcelain tiles.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

First, there are no industry standards and this results in numerous colloquial terms used to identify the same type of finished edge. If you are working with ceramic tile, you might want to read an earlier post that I devoted just to that topic, How to Finish an Edge of Tile on a Wall. design standards. green building products.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 8, 2013

For more than a decade, our company has been dedicated to providing cement tile products that are at the forefront of their class. At Avente Tile, we know that continually finding unique cement tile products and offering them at a great value ensures not only our success, but they must also meet or exceed your design goals.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 19, 2013

Handmade products have always intrigued me. There are four textures in this combination: Travertine, Luna, Limestone and Standard (smooth). And with that, let’s continue our look at how ARTO delivers on its promise of handmade quality and longevity. Also remember that each ARTO product is manufactured with concrete.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 2, 2012

With the close of the 30th edition of Cersaie, the International Exhibition of Ceramics for Architecture and Bathroom Furnishings held annually in Bologna, Italy, once again proved itself as the launching pad for newly developed ceramic, porcelain, glass and mosaic tile products that will soon hit showrooms and the marketplace.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 24, 2014

design standards. green building products. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. bathroom tile.

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Tile Talk

MAY 13, 2014

In our continuing effort to bring you the highest quality in cement tile products and designs, were happy to announce that our Artist Series now includes the Guillermo and Tania collection. design standards. green building products. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 10, 2014

Last week we introduced our new Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool ! design standards. green building products. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 29, 2014

Lama is a visual artist, graphic designer, paper lover and obsessed with both patterns and the production process. design standards. green building products. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Happily, along with this desire for something new and different, fireplaces are also enjoying their place in the renewal process with the limitless decorative possibilities of handmade cement tile, porcelain tile, glass tile, ceramic tile, and mosaic tile. design standards. green building products. Product Plug.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 31, 2013

2013 has been a year of tremendous growth, exciting change, stronger partnerships, and a lot of learning coupled with fun about a product I really love. In the coming year, well be unveiling exciting new products - including our exclusive Signature Line. design standards. green building products. Product Plug.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 18, 2013

Patchworks tiles, such as “ Minoo” by Marcel Wander for Bardelli, feature ornate 8”x8” porcelain floor tiles in five silkscreen patterns reminiscent of Persian rugs. The technology is especially useful for exterior cladding and can be applied to all Casalgrande Padana products. Matching is Overrated.

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Tile Design Mosaics Ceramics 143

Tile Talk

MAY 7, 2013

With that, more than 900 exhibitors from over 50 countries packed the aisles of the Georgia World Congress Center with the latest, most innovative stone and tile products. Porcelain tile that mimics polished stone from Fiandre Architectural Surfaces. More importantly, what would those products be without proper installation?

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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. design standards. green building products. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. backsplash designs. bathrom blogfest 2010.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 11, 2014

How to Buy Arabesque Pavers. Tiles comes with a standard smooth finish; but, additional textures are available to create a weathered, antiqued patina. design standards. green building products. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. field tile.

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Cement Tile Design Los Angeles 150

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 24, 2012

CTaSC performs forensic investigations to determine the cause of problems and how to remediate those problems; we also perform laboratory testing, prepare installation guidelines and provide on-site quality control services on new tile and stone installations. TileDealer: How do you choose your international team of consultants?

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

Now how to make 48 tiles cover the area that we had? Now once the decision was made I had to start the layout and plan on the concrete floor for how the tiles were to be spaced so that they looked like the design that I had made. design standards. green building products. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop.

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Tile Talk

MAY 20, 2014

design standards. green building products. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. bathroom tile.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 17, 2013

While we are celebrating the green, did you know that cement tiles are considered a green product? fuels are used during the tile production phase. design standards. green building products. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. bathroom tile.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 9, 2012

It is this variation that make the product so unique and each installation is truly one of a kind. If you have questions about this product or would like to consider it in your next project, please contact Avente Tile or view our product catalog of Fragments Cement Tile Mosaic Accents. design standards. Product Plug.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 15, 2014

If you arent using a standard layout where we provide the ratio of tiles required, or you find yourself with uncommon tile sizes, then youll need to calculate the tiles required by finding the ratio of small tiles to larger tiles using the exact area of each tile. design standards. green building products. Product Plug.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 12, 2013

From the day I started the company, I’ve found acceptance and demand for this niche product. I’ll focus on the virtual showroom perspective and provide tips for more effective web sites and how to determine if an online catalog or e-commerce solution might be right for you. design standards. green building products.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 4, 2013

design standards. green building products. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. bathroom tile.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 21, 2012

Labels: cement tile , cement tile risers , cement tile stair treads , how to customize cement tile. design standards. green building products. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 29, 2012

Because a residential backsplash, bath floor or fireplace requires less than 50 square feet, using stocked tiles in standard colorways will save money. Youll find great design ideas, tile tips, and information about new products. How and where would you use the Romana cement tile? design standards. Product Plug.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

The Geo 10 in our standard colorway of Cana Green and Suede remains very popular. design standards. green building products. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. Neiba Cement Tile.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

The centuries-old technique is believed to have originated in 9th century Mesopotamia with the desire to imitate the white porcelain wares coming from China. design standards. green building products. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. field tile.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 8, 2013

Since 2000, when Cerulean was the chosen shade, Pantones color of the year has continued to influence paint palettes, fashion, home design, product packaging, and so many other industries. Labels: backsplash designs , cement tile , emerald green , how to customize cement tile , kitchen backsplash , pinterest , tile talk newsletter.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 26, 2013

Use existing patterns in standard colorways. Use existing patterns in standard colorways or in-stock tiles.Cement tile offers the creative homeowner, designer or architect the ability to create custom patterns in specific colorways. Labels: cement tile , cement tile floors , design ideas , how to customize cement tile , tile tips.

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Cement Tile Los Angeles Colors 135

Tile Talk

JANUARY 29, 2013

design standards. green building products. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. bathroom tile.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 9, 2013

Avente Tile works closely with its tile artisans and we can often beat the standard delivery time, or find ways to improve delivery with expedited freight or shipping. Our Arabesque Cement Tiles and Rustic Cement Tile Pavers are a durable and green product. design standards. green building products. Product Plug.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 25, 2014

Weve been Playing with Pattern in Tile Design this month and shown you how Simple Patterns are Powerful ! Today, I want to share a few design secrets on how to effectively use patterns. design standards. green building products. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool.

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