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Expect the Unexpected from Tile Variation

Architectural Ceramics

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. Porcelains too, can be made with a uniform look or to mimic veining found in natural stone. Natural Stone Variation.

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Tile with Money in Mind

Architectural Ceramics

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. Shown above, the penny round mosaic in the Petrolio color is on trend with its dark green-blue hue.

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March Madness: ACI’s Final Four Tile Matchups

Architectural Ceramics

From year to year, or even month to month, trends come and go. Natural Stone. AC’s Altimetry in Calcatta Tia natural stone; image via architecturalceramics.com. AC’s Altimetry in Calcatta Tia natural stone; image via architecturalceramics.com. Is glass hard to work with?

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Back to Basics: Which material is right for my design?

Architectural Ceramics

Should you choose stone, ceramic, glass or something else? Natural stone is harvested from quarries and then cut to various sizes. Some examples of stone tile include marble, quartz, limestone, slate, and granite. Take a look at the tile materials below to see which best fits your needs.

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Bigger Is Better: Large Format Porcelain Tile

Architectural Ceramics

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.

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Catalina and CTaSC Announces the Release of the 2013 Stone Report

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

The Natural and Manufactured Stone report includes the following important sections that will allow industry companies to analyze the various segments, channels, and trends of the stone industry: • The recovery in residential markets has benefited demand for countertops. Price trends are tracked by type of stone.

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Chapter Leaders Gather at StonExpo

StoneDimensions

Members of the two chapters discussed ideas on how to increase chapter membership, event attendance and gain market exposure for the natural stone industry. Marketing in the Natural Stone Industry. Natural Stone Flooring Installation Seminar. Geology of Natural Stone. Natural Stone CEU Blitz.