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April Showers Bring May Flowers

Architectural Ceramics

Architectural Ceramics offers two brands, Laticrete and Schluter , that make shower systems part of their specialty. Their shower systems are made of preformed foam components treated with HYDRO BAN. Last, but not least, Laticrete offers three drain styles that coordinate with the HYDRO BAN shower systems. Schluter Systems.

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Cozy Up Your Home for the Holidays

Architectural Ceramics

The calming bathroom above is a great example of how to use a decorative tile on the walls, complemented by a plank porcelain field tile on the floor. Your options include porcelain, stone, and terracotta tiles, just to name a few. Having an organizational system is key to a welcoming kitchen. Love the wall?

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

Tile Talk

With the close of the 30th edition of Cersaie, the International Exhibition of Ceramics for Architecture and Bathroom Furnishings held annually in Bologna, Italy, once again proved itself as the launching pad for newly developed ceramic, porcelain, glass and mosaic tile products that will soon hit showrooms and the marketplace.

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Avente Tile Talk: Relief Cement Tile

Tile Talk

Relief Cement Tiles Simulate Terracotta Is it cement or is it clay? Here two colors were used for the "terracotta body" and the black grout line is in relief. If you are thinking of using Spanish-style pavers or terracotta for your floor, consider what you can do with cement! Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool.

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THE BEST NATURAL STONE FOR SHOWER & BATHROOM DESIGN IDEAS

Realstone

Mixing Materials – Terracotta Shadowstone Panels Natural stone adds a lot of beauty, color, and texture to a room. The contrast of the stone with the sleek porcelain and contemporary tub add to the visual interest of the room. S ometimes, it also works well when paired with other materials for contrast.

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Avente Tile Talk: Favorite Portuguese Tile Installations

Tile Talk

The Portuguese Braganza pattern is a classic pattern with an unusual color palette including pistachio green, azure blue, and terracotta against a bright yellow background. Detailed view: A medallion of Portuguese Braganza 3"x3" tiles on terracotta. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Franke Kitchen Systems. HomeCentrl.

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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. An Old World terracotta look is graced with intricately designed inserts. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Franke Kitchen Systems. HomeCentrl.