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Natural Stone: Opportunity knocks as consumers hunker down

Floor Covering News

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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Tidying Up: How to Clean Up Different Tile Types

Architectural Ceramics

Check out the following tips below, organized into categories, to care for and maintain your porcelain, ceramic, glass or natural stone tile. Avoid harsh chemical-based products when cleaning the surface of these tiles. To further protect against stains, seal the tile once a year, with one of our sealant products.

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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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Keeping Warm with Fireplace Tile

Architectural Ceramics

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. Just like natural travertine tile would have a range of color variation, our porcelain does the same. Modern & Moody. Playful Pebbles.

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Shaw Floors looks to ‘Elevate’ retailers’ offerings

Floor Covering News

Rather than focus its Phase 1 introductions on line extensions to core collections, the company unveiled an array of unique visuals, species and products designed to provide its retail partners with something different. Stacy Smith, sales manager, Ridout Lumber Co., Rogers, Ark., is a fan of what AT is doing.

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Avoid Spooky Tile Situations with Advice from AC’s Customer Service Team

Architectural Ceramics

From ceramic to porcelain, and glass to natural stone, AC offers a variety of tile materials. Our website allows you to browse our products and data sheets. This is especially important when working with natural stone. Doing so prevents an installation where all the dark or light pieces are in one area.

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Take It Outside: Outdoor AC Tile Collections

Architectural Ceramics

Porcelain tile, as a result of the production process, is a durable tile that is not only freeze and frost proof, but also fade resistant, slip resistant, and non-porous. Through high-definition printing, porcelain tiles can mimic other materials like cement or natural stone that are typical of an outdoor setting.

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