Floor Covering News

JULY 12, 2023

The high-end tile market carries much potential for savvy flooring dealers. The ceramic, stone and porcelain tile category remains one of only two truly aspirational product categories within the industry, meeting the needs of the high-end market in several ways.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 27, 2023

T he tile category is awash with benefits to the end consumer. However, making the sale can sometimes be laborious for the retail sales associate. With that in mind, tile suppliers are touting new-and-improved merchandising concepts designed to support the sale. vice president, dealer/trade sales.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Dallas, Texas—This Friday is National Tile Day 2024 and Daltile , the largest designer and manufacturer of tile in North America, wants to kick-off the celebration by highlighting the myriad of attributes that make tile an outstanding component of residential and commercial design, construction and remodeling.

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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. Suppliers are making it easy for consumers to mix and match their styles, too, with new technology and design-forward products meant to flow from one surface to another. Pool surrounds.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 16, 2019

For Father’s Day we interviewed a new dad, our Commercial Sales Manager, David Arabe, and got his thoughts on his new role as a dad and leading our commercial sales team. Since we have over 100,000 products, what would you choose as one of your favorite tile collections? Do you have any AC tile in your own home?

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

While we can’t help you clean out your closet by purging, thanking, or folding your clothes, Architectural Ceramics can help you clean your tile floor or backsplash. Check out the following tips below, organized into categories, to care for and maintain your porcelain, ceramic, glass or natural stone tile.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 12, 2019

We searched Instagram for penny round tile inspiration and found more than the two options that filing your taxes yields you. Using #pennyrounds yields 5,078 results and counting, most of which are tile. From ceramic to porcelain and glass to marble, you’re sure to find something that fits your style and your wallet.

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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. The good news is, when it comes to tile variation, there are ways to avoid the unexpected. On a scale of one to ten, how much tile variation do you like?

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JUNE 28, 2019

We hope you like the products we recommend. Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. There’s a new stone that’s taking over marble’s popularity — and it’s onyx. Are you wondering what the difference is between onyx vs. marble?

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 16, 2017

You may be adding garland to your White Pine or pining after tile you saw on our website. Whatever the case may be, when it comes to small design details, don’t forget about tile trim. First, check out our list of tile trim terms, where we describe various types as well as mention AC Collections that feature them.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 7, 2020

made marble looks and slabs in a new porcelain tile collection called Royal Marble. The collection features refined marble looks that includes both large and traditional formats. Royal Marble was designed in Italy and will be manufactured in the U.S. tile production appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 22, 2017

While subway tile is a popular option and has it’s place, we’re here to challenge the norm. Here are a few beautiful examples of how opting for a material other than a 3″x6″ white subway tile can take your backsplash from a sweet and simple ceramic to something a bit more savory and show-stopping.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

American Olean’s Foyer, which utilizes digital printing technology, is a striking marble-look tile designed to create a lasting impression. The advent of digital printing—versus the traditional silk screen and roto-color—brought with it a whole new world for tile. marble, stone, wood, etc.) marble, stone, wood, etc.)

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 17, 2018

So take a break from crunching the numbers, and take a look at a few tile examples from Architectural Ceramics that have cash in mind. We’re hoping you’ll file one or two ideas away to use on a tile renovation after a tax refund comes your way. The penny round tile shown above is in a matte finish and the color Copper.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 15, 2017

Let’s take a look at one of Architectural Ceramic’s own in-stock products: Gears. Photo: AC’s Gears Collection, available in three main options: a honed marble or two matte porcelains. neutral honed marble. neutral honed marble. Coordinating Products. About Our Gears Collection. an in-stock item*.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 10, 2015

The tile would then be installed with White Thinset directly on the membrane. We sell Miracle Poultice products that can help if you contact our sales team at sales@architecturalceramics.com. The availability of so many wonderful marbles. successful jobs and satisfied clients.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

I think we can all agree that hexagon tiles aren’t going away any time soon. From ceramic and porcelain to glass and marble, we have plenty of hexagon types to choose from. Sealed with a kiss, this special order tile is headed straight from our heart to yours. At Architectural Ceramics, we heart hexagons.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Now, visuals are back in fashion and suppliers unveiled resilient product lines that were dressed to impress. Clean looks, lighter, warmer colors, tile looks and sustainable vinyl, in particular, stole the show. “I That is a great step forward toward getting a carbon-neutral product out the door,” said David Thoresen, SVP.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

In the month of November, we’re thankful for Thanksgiving feasts, Black Friday sales, and the ‘Movember’ trend where men grow a mustache to bring awareness to men’s health. In case shopping at midnight or facial hair aren’t your thing, there’s another trend that’s growing attention: matte black tile.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 10, 2024

Atlanta— Coverings , the premier international tile and stone exhibition and conference in North America, has unveiled the honorees of the annual Rock Star Awards ahead of Coverings 2024, taking place April 22-25, 2024, at the Georgia World Congress Center here. Shanan Hehir, owner Shanans Absolute Tile LLC Manchester, Vt.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Las Vegas— The International Surface Event, held here last month, was home to three powerhouse tile companies this year: Dal-Tile, MSI and Emser Tile. While the main event for tile each year is Coverings, being held in Orlando, Fla., Tile suppliers agreed this year’s show was robust and the energy was palpable.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 31, 2019

The field tile is 2″x6″ which is slightly skinnier than a traditional 3″x6″ subway tile. This allows for the niches to fit perfectly and avoids the need for them to be surrounded by awkward cut tile pieces. Also, it’s tempting to use a contrasting or accent tile in the back of the niches.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 19, 2023

—Crossville continues to expand its porcelain portfolio with the launch of its Access Point porcelain tile collection. Featuring some of today’s most sought-after looks, Access Point is designed for price-conscious projects and those seeking made-in-the-USA products.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 5, 2022

In lieu of Cevisama—now postponed to February 2023—Tile of Spain hosted this year’s Passport to Creativity tour, which took place in Valencia June 13-17, 2022. According to Nomdedeu, Spain continues to export its tiles to more than 180 countries around the world, with the USA accounting for 22.9% of its exports. Enigmatic Luxury.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 24, 2019

Now that Memorial Day Weekend is here, it’s time to kick off the unofficial start of summer with 5 tile collections, available with Architectural Ceramics of course, that feature white in a big way. No matter your style, you’re sure to find the right fit for your residential or commercial tile project. In tile, we say yes!

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 11, 2017

Let’s take a look at one of Architectural Ceramic’s own in-stock products: Gears. Photo: AC’s Gears Collection, available in three main options: a honed marble or two matte porcelains. neutral honed marble. neutral honed marble. Coordinating Products. About Our Gears Collection. an in-stock item*.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 21, 2019

Because we are in the business of selling tile however, we want to know how you feel about a cool, up-and-coming trend: dimensional tile. Here, we’re featuring just some of the dimensional tile collections available through Architectural Ceramics. Want to learn more about natural stone as a tile material?

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 13, 2018

Just like movies released this time of year hope to be the blockbuster hit of the summer, Architectural Ceramics recently launched a few new tile collections that we hope will be a hit among clients like you. This porcelain tile made to look like hand-painted cement has a flare for the dramatic that will grab the attention of any room.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 17, 2022

AHF Products has been awarded a total of four ADEX Awards—all Platinum—for Dogwood Densified Wood Flooring by Bruce; LifeSeal Reserve rigid core flooring from Bruce; the line of contract vinyl sheet and tile flooring first featured in Hartco; and Parterre Commercial Hardwood A&D Flooring. Mountville, Pa.—

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Floor Covering News

MAY 3, 2022

By Ken Ryan—For many flooring retailers, 2021 represented their best sales year on record. That success didn’t happen by chance—it was quality products that helped generate the revenue stream that continues to this day. About the product: Shaw’s Pet Perfect line offers durable, easy- to-clean carpets. Panoramic’s 10.6

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Las Vegas— The International Surfaces Event has become a smaller player in the world of ceramic and porcelain tile of late—most likely due to the fact that Coverings is held a mere two months later. Daltile’s Shop by Look wall features palette boards with QR codes to help guide consumers through the sale.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 30, 2018

With the final four games this weekend, Architectural Ceramics put together our own final four match ups, and it’s just what you’d expect: tile. ACI employees filled out tile brackets and the results are in. Download your own 2018 Tile Bracket here. Tile Stats By Type. Is glass hard to work with?

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 18, 2019

Learn more about how the PANTONE Color of the Year is selected, this year’s color: Living Coral, and how to incorporate it into your designed interior space (which we hope includes tile from Architectural Ceramics, of course). A kitchen renovation featuring a white subway tile backsplash and Living Coral cabinetry.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

At Architectural Ceramics, we love football almost as much as we love tile. We’re also known for our expertise in residential tile products. The large format porcelain tiles in the color White, come from our Silk Stone Collection. For more Slim Slab options, visit our Product Page or download a Datasheet here.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Heck, at Architectural Ceramics, we wrote a blog about it featuring our large-format tile. For those of you looking to maximize every inch in your home, check out our tips on how to think big with tile in small bathrooms. The glass tile, from our Batik Collection , reaches from wall-to-wall and from the vanity top to the ceiling.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 25, 2021

Dallas, Texas—Daltile recently launched its new Tile Club, something the company describes as one more exciting way in which it educates its retailers on the hottest trends and latest performance features in tile. Tile Club is ‘a touch of tile style.’

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 31, 2018

Don’t let tile mistakes haunt your home renovation. With expert advice from Architectural Ceramic’s Customer Service team, you can be prepared throughout your tile purchase and renovation. Whether you’re an architect, interior designer, or a DIY homeowner, we’ll help you avoid spooky tile situations.

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