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Back to Basics: Which material is right for my design?

Architectural Ceramics

Terracotta. Terracotta tile is made from red or brown clay that is fired. Unlike standard ceramic tiles, terracotta is often left in a more natural state though it can be sealed or glazed. Hand-painted patterns and colors available Porous material not suitable for wet & freeze-susceptible areas.

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Ceramics of Italy unveils Cersaie 2024 trend report

Floor Covering News

Meanwhile, a host of new prefabricated furnishing options and collaborations with the world’s leading design firms signaled the strength of the industry while carbon-neutral collections and the workings of a new industry ISO standard for embodied carbon demonstrated contributions to the future of the built environment.

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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. Our range of brick effect tiles are extremely realistic looking, and are as slim as standard tiles. Terracotta Effect Tiles. Inkjet printing and glazing techniques offer a range of finishes to suit any style and budget.

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Old Meets New

Diary of a Tile Addict

Their whole catalogue is an ode to the artistic process with collection upon collection of refined, painted tiles. There doesn’t seem to be a specified era that consumers are set to be leaning towards, with preferences from old-world mosaics and traditional terracotta wear to 50s wallpaper and art deco.

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Old Meets New

Diary of a Tile Addict

Their whole catalogue is an ode to the artistic process with collection upon collection of refined, painted tiles. There doesn’t seem to be a specified era that consumers are set to be leaning towards, with preferences from old-world mosaics and traditional terracotta wear to 50s wallpaper and art deco.

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Avente Tile Talk: Tiles of the American Riviera - Santa Barbara, CA

Tile Talk

Everywhere you go within this elegant city, you’ll notice hand-painted terracotta and ceramic tiles gracing every niche, fountain, building façade, restaurant, and more. Handmade or hand-painted tile can be found in every part of Santa Barbara, CA. A closer look at Susan Dunbars beautiful hand-painted tile craftsmanship.

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Avente Tile Talk: Favorite Portuguese Tile Installations

Tile Talk

In last weeks post , Arpi Nalbandian started the month-long celebration by introducing the rich history and culture of Portugal, and the important role hand-painted ceramic tile has played. Aventes Portuguese tiled are hand-painted by an artisan tile maker and fired twice. design standards. hand painted tile. cement tile.

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