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Tiles in Disguise: Wood, Brick & Natural Stone Effect Tiles

The London Tile Co.

Design-wise, tiles have come a long way from the intricately moulded and hand painted styles of history. Terracotta Effect Tiles. Terracotta is a popular choice for kitchen floors, but requires regular cleaning and sealing using specialised products. Stone Effect Tiles.

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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. Natural variation for a unique look Requires regular maintenance including sealing every 6-12 months.

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Ceramics of Italy unveils Cersaie 2024 trend report

Floor Covering News

And while dusty rose and mineral blue played starring roles, many companies developed collections specifically around color stories, from the chromatic effects of iridescence to the wide-ranging nuances of terracotta. Trompe l’oeil Italian manufacturers are producing a range of mind-blowing optical illusions on porcelain.

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Cozy Up Your Home for the Holidays

Architectural Ceramics

Mix in tranquil hues like shades of blue, green and bronze to instantly give the room the peaceful feel of a luxury spa, along with some natural elements like wood and natural stone. Your options include porcelain, stone, and terracotta tiles, just to name a few. Painting a space is a simple way to introduce color.

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Your Room’s Focal Point: The Fireplace

Architectural Ceramics

The product above is from our hand-painted terracotta Tabarka collection. Handmade tile can be even more varied due to the nature of the manufacturing process. If you are installing natural stone or a handmade product, variations are to be expected with veining, color, glaze saturation… even in size!

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Avente Tile Talk: Innovation, Design Take Center Stage at Cersaie

Tile Talk

The latest trends for Italian ceramics include nature-inspired materials, a rediscovery of terracotta, monolithic tiles, textures, and cutting-edge design that remains environmentally conscious. Italian manufacturers have also seemed to embrace the warmth and appeal of terracotta. hand painted tile. backsplash designs.

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Decorating With Olive Green: 30 Ideas For Fall And Beyond

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Image: McAlpine House Paint A Focal Wall Olive Green For a fast, bold way to add your favorite olive green tone to your home, paint a single wall in olive. This bedroom wall is painted in a rich, saturated olive color. For fall, the throw pillows were changed out to pumpkin spice and terracotta tones.