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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. These tiles allow you to create the look of natural wood, stone & brick at a fraction of the cost and with little to no maintenance. Terracotta Effect Tiles. Stone Effect Tiles. Wood 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. Cost-effective Uniform look and pattern Low maintenance and highly durable Mimic stone and wood looks.

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Tile of Spain Manufacturers Present Top Micro-Trends that will Shape Architectural and Interior Design in 2021

Tile of Spain USA

Organic graphics full of simple wood grains mixed with light and dark nuances become tension anchors for designs, in contrast to the aggressive & imposing stone looks of the past. Mainzu, Bali Stones. Painting styles, graphic design and other art-forms find fertile soil in decorative ceramic elements. Dynamic Design.

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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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Transform Your Floor With Our Cement Tiles

Granada Tile

This is because the color is poured into the tile, not dyed or painted on. If you’re looking for an earth-tone, old-world appearance, these tiles give you the look and texture of stone and terracotta that will add an air of elegance to your room. That means it’s as long-lasting as the tile itself.

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April Showers Bring May Flowers

Architectural Ceramics

The pale celadon or sage green paint color on the vertical walls, for example, is close in color and hue to the backsplash and tub tile used on the walls. Photo: Image by Bob Narod, Photographer, LLC for Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath; features AC’s Island Stone line and stock porcelain Craig Castle. has us drooling over the space.

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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.