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Portugal: tile tradition and technology

Diary of a Tile Addict

Earlier this year Diary of a Tile Addict was invited on a four-day ceramic tile study tour of Portugal. As a long-term admirer of Portugal’s long and influential ceramic tradition, DOATA’s founder, Joe Simpson readily accepted the invitation. Photo credit: Portugal Ceramics: Vasco Duarte. Location: Viuva Lamego. Unforgettable!

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Portugal: tile tradition and technology

Diary of a Tile Addict

Earlier this year Diary of a Tile Addict was invited on a four-day ceramic tile study tour of Portugal. As a long-term admirer of Portugal’s long and influential ceramic tradition, DOATA’s founder, Joe Simpson readily accepted the invitation. Photo credit: Portugal Ceramics: Vasco Duarte. Location: Viuva Lamego. Unforgettable!

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Crossville launches Portugal porcelain tile

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has launched its new Portugal porcelain tile collection. Notably, the Portugal collection is offered in finishes for both interior and exterior applications, making the product a versatile offering. The triangular mosaic works well for linear or centered drains on wet area floors or to create a vertical focal point on the wall.

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Primus Vitoria: production paradox

Diary of a Tile Addict

Apicer’s 2024 The Art of Possibility Tour of Portugal proved hugely inspirational. One of the country’s oldest large-scale manufacturers, the company specialises in small format glazed wall tiles, with 75% to 80% of total production exported, primarily to Europe, including France and the UK, but over 35 countries in total.

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Primus Vitoria: production paradox

Diary of a Tile Addict

Apicer’s 2024 The Art of Possibility Tour of Portugal proved hugely inspirational. One of the country’s oldest large-scale manufacturers, the company specialises in small format glazed wall tiles, with 75% to 80% of total production exported, primarily to Europe, including France and the UK, but over 35 countries in total.

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Walker Zanger launches Gubi Collection

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—With the successful additions to the Shift Collection and the release of the classically-inspired Pietra Gris tiles and mosaics , Walker Zanger said it unveiled another hallmark collection to their impressive roster of residential and commercial tile products—the minimalist Gubi Collection. Each tile has its own unique character.

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New merchandising concepts elevate tile category

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It features interactive modules, trend insights, unique displays that showcase the entire product line, curated assortments and more. The ultimate goal is to equip our retail partners for success with our products and increase their sales. Following are the latest in tile merchandising concepts: D altile Daltile’s Statements 2.0

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