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"Travertine, Before And After"

How to Floor Tile

Travertine is a Natural Stone as you know, but did you know most of it is filled with grout? From the US to Italy, Turkey, Croatia, and other places. After it is mined or quarried it is cut into slabs and one side is finished. Installing this Natural Stone in your shower will require more maintenance.

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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. Natural Stone Variation.

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Sylvie Atanasio talks about the industry, design, and CTDA

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

My creative philosophy is to create and bring forth new and cutting edge designs in both luxury tiles and natural stones, whether they are my own designs, or designs that are created by other artists exclusively for Country Floors. My commitment is to bring forth beautiful tile and stone products.

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