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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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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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 9, 2018

I think we can all agree that hexagon tiles aren’t going away any time soon. Sealed with a kiss, this special order tile is headed straight from our heart to yours. ″ and 6″ mosaics. Let’s get to know the Kiss Dip Hexagon tile collection a little better, along with its vendor, Encore Ceramics.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 25, 2018

Architectural Ceramic’s put together a small list of some of our large format porcelain tile collections. About Porcelain Tile. Why are large format tiles typically porcelain? To avoid getting into the nitty-gritty, it’s because of how the tile is made. Porcelain tile is fired at a higher temperature.

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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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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. Here’s a play-by-play on what tile materials were used on the project, how commercial and residential tiles differ, and how you can bring a commercial look to your residential home.

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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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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 11, 2019

The end result is a space that will have you dreaming of a white Christmas, or for some white tile for your next renovation. For her client’s master bathroom, she kept the tile selection classic and timeless by using white marble from our Thassos Collection. Interior Design by Mary Douglas Drysdale, featuring AC tile.

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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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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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Tile Excellence

JUNE 24, 2017

Tile Installation Services | Labor Only | Tile Excellence. for the entire summer posting tile job pictures here and on Craigslist Boston -something I haven’t done since I retired 2 years ago-- from a tile installation job I just finished in Gloucester, MA ? Hey there, this is Chris Lawson , owner of Tile Excellence.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 13, 2018

We’re celebrating Mom by featuring spaces and tile that have woman’s touch. Kitchen design by Stuart Nordin Home & Design featuring ACI backsplash tile, photographed by Matthew Kleinrock. ” Kitchen design by Stuart Nordin Home & Design featuring ACI backsplash tile, photographed by Matthew Kleinrock.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 12, 2018

You may want to do the same and go for gold after seeing our first mood board, that features a mix of black and gold tile. A mood board featuring AC black and gold tile. Not only the color, but the size of this tile is on trend. This next mood board brings a bit of California style to the east coast, by way of rose gold tile.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 31, 2017

Better yet, let’s look at a few fireplaces that feature Architectural Ceramics tile. Made to look like Italian travertine, this large format porcelain tile from our in-stock Monticello Collection , does double-duty as a stylish and durable fireplace option. Modern & Moody. Classy & Glassy. Playful Pebbles.

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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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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 4, 2021

—Happy Floors introduced its new tile collection: Limerock. The rectified, full body porcelain line is a traditional stone-look with a modern design. “As As is true with many of our collections, Limerock’s original inspiration came from a well-loved natural stone—in this case, Limestone,” said Peter Pasterski, vice president of sales.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Stacy Smith, sales manager, Ridout Lumber Co., It doesn’t really matter what you need in the process, Shaw’s going to have it, according to Romeo Tejada, divisional tile and TotalWorx manager for Shaw, South region. “So The other theme as it relates to mosaics and wall tile is color. “We Rogers, Ark.,

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Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

AUGUST 1, 2013

EVERYDAY BLOWOUT DEALS ON PREMIUM TILE! If you are looking for premium tile at “big box” prices, look no further. A great looking porcelain tile that replicates a rustic natural stone with lots of natural variation from piece to piece. Platinum Grey Mosaic Tile. Mont Blanc from Dom Ceramiche.

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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

APRIL 18, 2022

We’ve had great traffic at the show,” said Micah Hand, director of market- ing and product management, Florida Tile. “I During the show, Eric Astrachan, executive director, Tile Council of North America (TCNA), gave a full report on the U.S. ceramic tile market. ceramic tile consumption in 2021 was 3.11 There was 2.23

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 11, 2019

Tile can take your fireplace from ho-hum to exceptional, making it the focal point of your space. As you can see from the image above, the two main areas appropriate for tiling are the surround and hearth. So, can I use any tile for my fireplace? The product above is a porcelain field tile, selected for more than its beauty.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 16, 2018

Check out Architectural Ceramic’s Surge Collection, featuring a large-format ceramic tile, that mimics illuminated glass and includes bold electric colors too. AC’s Surge Collection, a large-format ceramic tile made to look like back-lit glass, has several features that make it a bright idea: 8″x24″ field tile.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JANUARY 22, 2013

“TidesHDP” is latest addition to Florida Tile’s expanding line. Florida Tile has introduced a stylized interpretation of vein-cut stone called TidesHDP, a glazed porcelain and wall tile line for both commercial and residential use. TidesHDP is made in the USA of 40% post-industrial recycled content.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 9, 2022

Cancos Tile Corporation (Cancos), a leading regional distributor and retailer of luxury ceramic tile and natural stone, partnered with Mill Point Capital LLC (Mill Point Capital), a middle-market private equity firm focused on control oriented investments in the business services, industrials and IT services sectors in North America.

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Tile Excellence

SEPTEMBER 23, 2012

Recent Custom Installation Slate, Round Glass Tile Floor, Natural Stone Fireplace. Pictures from tile installation jobs of Chris Lawson, Tile Excellence August 2012. Natural Slate Tile Installation. Natural Marble Bathroom Floor Tile. Round glass mosaic tile installed on bathroom floor.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 28, 2017

Let’s kill two trendy birds with one stone: an accent wall in a chevron mosaic. Herringbone, arabesque, chevron — Geometric tile patterns have long been in style. Photo: AC’s Brocade Collection, featuring the Chevron Mosaic in thassos and cararra polished marble, photo via AC on Houzz. Going Geometric.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 7, 2020

The recent boom in the housing market is a boon to the natural stone category. The flooring industry in general, and the natural stone category in particular, is starting to reap the benefits of such activities. Opportunity for natural stone has always been in kitchen and bath. By Megan Salzano.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 30, 2017

What do tiles and textiles have in common? Both begin their life cycles as natural elements. See how Architectural Ceramics used Indonesian textiles to inspire one of our newest glass tile collections: Batik. To achieve the look, the tile is made using a screen printed technique that results in a pollen-dusted effect.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 10, 2015

moldings and mosaics allow for many design options. But why are you cautioned with “Install with White Thinset only!” The use of a Gray colored Thinset can result in discoloration of the stone or the appearance of oily stains on the face of the stone. Calacatta Gold Master Bath. The availability of so many wonderful marbles.

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The Tile Shop

JULY 31, 2015

Featuring our Volcano natural stone and the Puno listello: Please click on the images to view: Next is a cool glass and marble shower from George Spantidos in our Norwalk, CT store. We wanted to have more design tables and a friendly space for customers and sales to create their dream rooms! George combined our St. Lucia and St.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 5, 2020

economy heading into 2020 with a hopeful outlook and poised for growth—unemployment is down and consumer confidence is on the rise—the time for tile to shine is now. We love LVT—we sell LVT—but there is a huge market outside of LVT,” said Manny Llerena, director of sales and marketing, MSI. “We Las Vegas—With the U.S.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 27, 2018

Check out a few Architectural Ceramics tile collections, suitable for outdoor use, that have you covered under foot and under water. The Ins and Outs of Outdoor Tile. What type of tile can be used outdoors? Whether using tile under foot on a balcony, your pool deck, or in the pool itself, outdoor tiles come in a few varieties.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 26, 2018

Dive in with us, as AC looks toward tile collections that lend themselves to a subtle seaside style. The tile’s iridescent shine reminds us of a polished pearl. AC’s Sonoma Tile Maker’s line, the Vihara Collection, color Puka Iridescent, eHex mosaic. Shell Mosaics. Iridescent Glass.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 25, 2021

These types of products are beautiful companions to wood, natural stone and other hard surface products.”. When I started doing this almost eight years ago, less than 2% of sales were in accent sales; now it is closer to 10%. A subtle diamond motif is intricately overlaid atop a mosaic tile design.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 21, 2021

Ceramic tile, which has been faced with ongoing challenges for several years now, was no exception. Continuing its downward trajectory, ceramic tile sales in 2020 experienced a low, single-digit decline in terms of overall dollar sales and similar declines in terms of volume. of total industry dollars in 2020 and 12.7%

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

and Kriste Michelini Interiors Splurge On Stunning Tile A geometric tile in fashion-forward lilac creates a one-of-a-kind powder room. Image: Complementto Tiles Tile can be expensive. But if you have a tiny half bath, you don’t need a lot of tile to make a big statement.

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