CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

2014) – Arizona Tile is honored to have been recognized recently by several association partners within our industry. This year, Legacy of Design created a new award category to recognize the industry partners whose products are most frequently used by Legacy entrants: The Legacy Winners Circle. TEMPE, AZ (Nov.

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Fabric and Tile Masters

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Several years ago, you finally had the kitchen of your dreams put into your home. Maybe you chose that Calacatta marble you’ve always wanted or perhaps you found a Carrara Marble that came out just perfect. What Marble Etching Is (and What it Isn’t). How and Why Marble Etching Happens.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

I have natural stone floors and counters in my kitchen and yes, they’re beautiful. My stone counters can’t just be wiped off when something spills. It had a Sub-Zero, grasscloth wallpaper, oak floors, a marble fireplace and most importantly, natural stone on the floors and counters in the kitchen.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

APRIL 26, 2019

The Hard Surfaces & Natural Stone Show is fast approaching. Barriers between natural stone and ceramics in the tile sector have long since broken down. Thanks to the rising style for industrial and urban chic New York offers a highly realistic concrete look surface which incorporates particles of varied finishes.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 13, 2017

The same could be said when considering a handmade ceramic or natural stone, because the variation in the tile’s glaze or veining may surprise you. Architectural Ceramics is here to help you know what type of range, be it subtle or extreme, to expect from ceramic, porcelain and stone; and to know how best to prepare for it.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 27, 2015

Every year brings along exciting new design trends and, with so much time being spent in the kitchen, they are one of the best rooms to update with some new features, whether large or small. Let’s look at four kitchen design trends that are going to be big in 2015. Black is going to be on of 2015’s go-to colors in kitchen design.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 22, 2019

The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) released its 2019 Bathroom Design Trends, which coincided with its annual Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), celebrating the best in kitchen and bathroom design trends. GRAFF’s Camden faucet (left) and Sleek-Stone sinks combine form and function.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 17, 2018

Since we’re on the heels of our March Madness: ACI’s Final Four Tile Matchups blog, let’s round out a list in the same main tile types: porcelain, ceramic, glass and natural stone. Natural Stone: A variation on the penny round theme, the Effervescence Collection plays with multiple sizes of circles.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 18, 2024

Ceramic Tile is the most versatile product in the industry with the ability to clad nearly every surface in the home, proponents say. Pool surrounds. Countertops. Unlike its other hard surface (and soft surface) brethren, it’s not relegated to any specific space.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Atlanta—Coverings, North America’s largest and premier international tile and stone exhibition and conference, has unveiled the top tile trends for 2024 in celebration of National Tile Day, which takes place February 23. Set in stone: These looks draw inspiration from the magnificent beauty of the Earth’s ancient geological past.

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 18, 2021

Fresh off of our annual corporate meeting on January 11 th , (we missed you just as much as you missed us that day, don’t worry), we thought it was a great time to reflect on some of our past accomplishments before setting sail into the new year filled with new opportunities to showcase our quality products and services to the building industry.

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Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

JULY 21, 2015

Luxury Designs, one of our industry partners, recently remodeled their Fargo showroom and used a number of our products in their vignettes. Combining ceramic with stone and using mosaics that combine glass, marble and mother-of-pearl. Kate-Lo Tile & Stone products used in these displays are as follows: Kitchen Backsplash: .

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Coverings, the largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference in North America, released the top 10 tile trends for 2022. Many tile manufacturers are producing dramatic marble looks with striking colors and heavy veining while others offer luxurious tiles with gold detailing and reflective surfaces. Polarized Marble.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Traditional bathroom designs are taking a back seat to a more spa-like, clean and minimal look, according to the National Kitchen + Bath Association (NKBA). Freshome asked trend spotter Elle H-Millard, Certified Kitchen Designer and Industry Relations Manager at the NKBA, for photos and comments on key design trends in U.S.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 14, 2018

Laminate flooring One of the benefits of laminate flooring is that it can easily mimic a variety of materials: wood, stone and even tile. An actual granite or marble countertop could cost $120 per square foot to install. However, the Formica marble laminate countertops in the photos below range between $14 and $38 per square foot.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 17, 2022

The Kaleidoscope Project is a designer showhouse venture to showcase the diverse talent within the creative design industry. Crossville collections were specified for the unit’s kitchen and bathroom. Choosing one slab in the stunning State of Grace offers veining that mimics the look of natural marble.

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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. A panel of editors and industry leaders evaluated the project submissions. Chicago, Ill.

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Tile of Spain USA

JULY 22, 2020

The manufacturing processes and quality materials used mean that they can be made in a multitude of geometric shapes and to replicate endless types of stone and wood. The mix of cement and wood and impossible insertions of marble open the way to very fine aesthetic outcomes. Ceramic is very much a part of this practice.

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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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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 25, 2018

Ancient Stone. If this blog is about porcelain, then why does the collection’s name say stone? Because porcelains like our Ancient Stone Collection , are made to look like natural stone. AC’s Ancient Stone Collection in the color Black, used in a commercial setting. Featured Porcelain Collections.

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The London Tile Co.

JULY 26, 2019

Much more scratch resistant than natural stone or concrete. Stunning stone effect with a realistic silver-grey travertine effect, Athena Silver is perfect for adding a natural look to patios. Portico has a deep grey-blue colour with random marbling, inspired by quarried Cumbrian slate. Engineered for even thickness and sizing.

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Granada Tile

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Cement tiles, also known as encaustic tiles, are made by pouring a mixture of sand, cement, color pigment, and marble powder into metal molds. They can also be used in industrial, rustic and even elegant designs. The tiles are then compressed under 2,000 pounds of pressure. Encaustic tiles are poured by hand.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 18, 2022

By Megan Salzano-Birch—Las Vegas— Coverings 2022 was a showcase in innovative product design and immersive technology, which is thriving within the ceramic and stone category today despite obvious obstacles. The line, which is manufactured in the company’s Tennessee facility, is available in several colors and features a natural stone look.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 18, 2019

For 20 years, the PANTONE COTY has influenced the design community, be it fashion, industrial design, or home furnishings. The Institute selects the color based on a mix of research and trend analysis, such as: the entertainment industry, new artists, popular world travel destinations, or socio-economic conditions.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Today’s technology also allows for high levels of realism in those tile designs emulating wood, marble, stone and other materials. Daltile offers the largest depth and breadth of tile products in the industry. In the past, our industry did not have the technology to offer the same level of design for both indoor and outdoor use.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Coverings , the largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference in North America, announced the fourth annual National Tile Day celebration scheduled for Feb. Members and enthusiasts of the tile and design industries can celebrate National Tile Day 2020 by tuning into Coverings’ KBtribechat Twitter chat Feb. 19 at 2 p.m.

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Trendir Magazine

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

Farmhouse décor is quickly becoming the IT trend to add in a home, including in the kitchen area. One way to add the trend quickly and seamlessly is by adding in a rustic kitchen island. Kitchen islands are huge because of how versatile they are and how well they adjust to multiple different color schemes.

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Trendir Magazine

JANUARY 19, 2017

Lava stone, lava rock, basalt, and volcanic rock are all igneous rocks that form from erupting Earth magma (lava) by cooling and hardening. Lava stone designs today are as complex as any others, but they also have unique aesthetic. Formafantasma offer a lot of lava stone designs that are simply made to be shown off.

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The London Tile Co.

OCTOBER 17, 2018

From traditional or country styles to art decor or industrial, there’s a metro tile to suit every style. 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.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 26, 2017

Interior design trends change over time, just like any other industry like fashion. There has been a shift in the preferred finishes,” Fernandez says, “The hot look right now is light or grey cabinets, with light marble or quarts countertops, and dark flooring.”. Everyone knows kitchens and bathrooms sell homes.

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StoneDimensions

JANUARY 30, 2015

MIA Member Marco Duran Named Stone World’s 2014 “Fabricator of the Year” Recipient. Atlas Marble and Granite is a full-service custom stone fabricator specializing in kitchen countertops, bathroom vanity countertops, tub surrounds and fireplace hearths and surrounds. fabricator stone world stonexpo'

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KB Culture

MAY 29, 2014

Stone: Still on a Roll. It is hand-crafted of marble. Labels: sink , stone. Leslie Clagett is a seasoned yet passionate observer of the international kitchen. and bath industries, and the founder of KBCULTURE.com. Architecture to Kitchens & Baths, she is also the author of The New. 29 May 2014.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

And we can thank the largest stone and tile show in North America, Coverings , for bringing it back. National Tile Day is rooted in a desire to celebrate the many great benefits tile has to offer as a material,” explains Alena Capra, industry ambassador for Coverings. National Tile Day is February 23.

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H.Winter Showroom Blog

FEBRUARY 4, 2011

Very rarely are the words "contemporary" and "stone" used in the same sentence. Stone is a product that''s usually considered traditional or rustic. What comes to mind when you think of a stone tiled kitchen back splash? I think of the commonly used rustic, tumbled marble.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Consumers are spending more money on creating outdoor oases using products like Daltile’s My Stone Moon collection, seen here. . The past two-plus years have shown the strength of the tile industry as consumers flocked to the ceramic tile aisle for their home renovation needs in droves during the height of the pandemic.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Coverings, North America’s largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference, has announced the top 10 ceramic tile trends for 2023. National Tile Day is the official industry holiday that shines a spotlight on the many benefits of tile in residential, commercial, hospitality and healthcare design. Orlando, Fla.—Coverings,

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

Image: Earth and Water LLC Waterfall Mike Nutter of Ply Gem recommends adding a stone veneer to your fireplace. Some stone veneer products have an interlocking system that doesn’t require mortar. Also, he says stone veneer is lighter and less expensive. This natural stone slab fireplace is available in a variety of options.

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