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Avente Tile Talk: Step Up to Spanish Tile | September 2012

Tile Talk

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. Over time, and with the spread of Islam, the art made its way through to Northern Africa, and to what is now known as Spain, Italy, The Netherlands and the United Kingdom.

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Flowing Figures

Diary of a Tile Addict

The enigmatic designs have been displayed throughout museums, private homes, within interior design magazines, and now finally on Diary of a Tile Addict. Terracotta and Porcelain Pot. Each element is designed and created in porcelain slip, and its inconsistent qualities are used to the sculpture’s advantage.

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Housing Harley Davidson

Diary of a Tile Addict

Suitable for heavy loading areas, the coloured body porcelain tiles were the perfect choice for the motorcycle display area. Ideal for heavy traffic areas, the large format Boom Piombo 750 by 750mm concrete look tiles were selected for the main showroom floor.

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