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Cement Tiles Inspired by World Travels

Granada Tile

Ceramic tiles first made an appearance in the ninth or tenth century BC, with cement tile arriving quite a bit later in the 1800s when hydraulic presses were invented and Portland cement was discovered. Popular colors are blue, gold, yellow, green and terracotta. Firenze Tile. Cuban Tile.

Cement 100
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April Showers Bring May Flowers

Architectural Ceramics

For our vendor Pratt & Larson , their craftsmen in Portland, Oregon shape and glaze each ceramic tile by hand. Photo: Image by Bob Narod, Photographer, LLC for Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath; features AC’s Island Stone line and stock porcelain Craig Castle. The dark tile that clads the wall, comes from our Island Stone vendor.

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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. Ask us about our Scraffito tile, handmade in Portland Oregon. Your options include porcelain, stone, and terracotta tiles, just to name a few.