Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

The centuries-old technique is believed to have originated in 9th century Mesopotamia with the desire to imitate the white porcelain wares coming from China. Over time, and with the spread of Islam, the art made its way through to Northern Africa, and to what is now known as Spain, Italy, The Netherlands and the United Kingdom.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2013

The high thermal mass of our porcelain, paired with the efficient heating of NuHeat’s mats, provides the only heat-source required for the entire space with minimal energy input. QEP will be representing the full line of Homelux-branded products and accessories throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean region.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Their appeal is clear, inspired by the natural movements and materials presented throughout the animal kingdom (the artist herself keeps fish, bees, ducks, and sheep) as well as organic floral movements, the artworks represent something wholly familiar, yet entirely abstracted. Terracotta and Porcelain Pot. Round Flow. Two Tone Flow.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Their porcelain wood-look collection Rotterdam is designed to suit any space. These 200 by 200mm encaustic tiles have a soft satin finish and add a touch of colour and intrigue to interior spaces. Navajo Fox (200x200mm). Navajo Denim (200x200mm).

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JUNE 6, 2019

Additionally, from the 22nd June – 15th September at The Bowes Museum she will be showcasing her recent work alongside select pieces from the museum’s own collection of Chinese and Japanese porcelain. Frances Priest: Influences of the East.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JUNE 6, 2019

Additionally, from the 22nd June – 15th September at The Bowes Museum she will be showcasing her recent work alongside select pieces from the museum’s own collection of Chinese and Japanese porcelain. Frances Priest: Influences of the East.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MARCH 16, 2018

News of Dal Tile’s efforts to support National Tile Day (23rd February) in the USA have got me thinking. They have also inspired the DTA posts for the next few days. Along with National Tile Week in the UK, this American event sounds like an open goal for tile retailers and tile distributors.

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