Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 6, 2014

According to the creative team at Arkhefield , Hunters Hill House in Australia is a family home that celebrated the characteristics of the site with a palette of richly textured materials, all these in reference to the clients’ Italian and Sri-Lankan heritage. Photography: Angus Martin ]. . Architecture Hunters Hill House'

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Diary of a Tile Addict

APRIL 26, 2019

The Hard Surfaces & Natural Stone Show is fast approaching. Barriers between natural stone and ceramics in the tile sector have long since broken down. This gives a pleasing feel to the popular stone pattern. Eclectic references marble for a contemporary and elegant design. Mar Del Plata from Neolith.

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Realstone

JUNE 30, 2023

A Comprehensive Guide to Stone Fireplaces with Porcelain Hearths – Practical Tips and Designs for Homeowners Elevate the aesthetic of your living space with a blend of rustic charm and contemporary elegance. This comprehensive guide unravels the intricate beauty and functionality of stone fireplaces and porcelain hearths.

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Tile of Spain USA

OCTOBER 21, 2021

The beloved zealous and fierce stone look of the past will take a back seat to the refined spectrum of the marbleized-look. This new approach retains the organic variation of a veined stone with an overall aesthetic that is more homogenic with a symphony of texture, finish and effects. Vives Ceramica, Niza. El Molino, Dakota.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

It encompasses a wide range of materials such as porcelain, ceramic, luxury vinyl tile and planks, glass, decorative accents, mosaics, natural stone, setting materials, whole shower systems and more. The post Emser Tile releases 2024 catalog appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Los Angeles—Emser Tile, a leading designer and producer of tile and natural stone, now offers enhanced in-showroom design services at no cost for projects of all sizes in support of industry professionals. The post Emser announces free design services appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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StoneDimensions

SEPTEMBER 5, 2014

The Marble Institute of America has released Stones of North America Version 3. Stones of North America is a comprehensive iPad® app that gives design and construction professionals quick, easy access to detailed information about natural stones quarried in North America. apps press release stones of north america'

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The London Tile Co.

MARCH 8, 2019

We stock a wide range of external tiles, which are often referred to as porcelain paving slabs, so we thought we would run through the pros and cons of this new-ish paving material. Stone and decking will require regular sealing and sometimes specialist cleaning products. At The London Tile Co. Frost proof. Low maintenance.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

MARCH 30, 2021

Although it's recommended for natural stone tile, it's not always necessary or required to get adequate mortar coverage on ceramic and porcelain tile. According to the NTCA Reference Manual : Back buttering tile is a highly opinionated and widely-debated topic among tile installers. So, how important is it?

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 29, 2019

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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CUSTOM Insights Blog

AUGUST 17, 2018

is a high-tech economic powerhouse sometimes referred to as “Silicon Valley South.” Each 323-foot tower creates a vertical business campus offering impressive 360 degree views of coastal Orange County and showcasing large format tile and stone on every floor. Irvine, Calif. Visit our Spectrum Tower case study page for the full story.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 25, 2019

Come with us back in time to learn a few quick facts about medieval flooring, from stone to encaustic! Do you see large, worn pieces of stone assembled together? The images above show larger stone tiles and smaller rocks – both used as flooring in the Scottish medieval castle of Dunnottar. Medieval Flooring. Love the look?

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The Tile Doctor

JUNE 30, 2020

Porcelain, ceramic, or stone tile can be used on all manner of tile countertops. The term decking refers to the wood that covers the tops of the cabinets or shelves beneath the tile countertops.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 31, 2020

What: To have a long-lasting tile installation, the design community, tile installation professionals and distributors must understand how important it is to know, reference and utilize industry standards and methods. Be able to navigate industry standards and understand how they cross reference each other.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 30, 2018

Let’s see how your tile picks compare to a few of our own; and which material, porcelain, ceramic, glass or stone is favored to take it all. To reference this information later, download a Printable PDF here. Natural Stone. AC’s Altimetry in Calcatta Tia natural stone; image via architecturalceramics.com.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 24, 2023

—Atlas Concorde USA, an Italian-designed, American-made porcelain and ceramic tile manufacturer, introduced Hero, a modern porcelain tile collection inspired by natural slate stone; and Cove Terra, a solid color concrete-look porcelain tile collection.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 25, 2018

Ancient Stone. If this blog is about porcelain, then why does the collection’s name say stone? Because porcelains like our Ancient Stone Collection , are made to look like natural stone. AC’s Ancient Stone Collection in the color Black, used in a commercial setting. Featured Porcelain Collections.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

OCTOBER 16, 2018

Although it's recommended for natural stone tile, it's not always necessary or required to get adequate mortar coverage on ceramic and porcelain tile. According to the NTCA Reference Manual : Back butter is defined as, “ the spreading of a bond coat to the backs of ceramic tile just before the tile is placed. ”.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 10, 2015

White Thinset is the standard recommendation for Bianco Carrara, Calacata, Onyx, Thassos, most Limestone, and other light or translucent stones. The use of a Gray colored Thinset can result in discoloration of the stone or the appearance of oily stains on the face of the stone. The availability of so many wonderful marbles.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

This location welcomes residential and commercial customers to make selections from Daltile’s tile and stone portfolio. The studio is open to the public and consumers can work with Daltile staff in collaborating the right products and designs for their home projects; they are then referred to local retailers or designers.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

These hands-on sessions are designed to empower participants with practical knowledge rooted in ANSI standards and methods outlined in the Tile Council of North America (TCNA) Handbook for Ceramic, Glass and Stone Tile Installation. The NTCA Reference Manual serves as a guiding resource throughout the training.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 10, 2023

He begins with the famed shepherd boy who felled the mighty giant warrior with nothing more than a sling and a stone three thousand years ago. I first read this book probably 10 years ago, and I frequently find myself referring to it from time to time. It’s an entertaining, inspiring and thoughtful read.”

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MAY 7, 2019

Throughout the space are nods to the past, with dedications to the time-saving dial, references to the “Manufacture & Proofing” that brought the club together, and even details to signify the team’s first game. The flooring is varied, with wood, stone and tile all having their moment.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 18, 2018

The latest generation of stone can realistically mimic wood. Wood and wood-look stone tile backsplash Brut says some homeowners are achieving customized looks by using specially treated (water and mold resistant) solid wood panels. However, the wood look above was achieved with stone tile. Just wipe clean. Image: Chroma Design.

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Ceramics of Italy

JUNE 24, 2022

On Thursday 16 th June the Group opened a new Flagship Store in Paris – an enduring reference point for fashion and luxury and an essential destination for professionals in the world of design, furnishings and architecture. Florim continues to open new institutional spaces in the most important global design centres.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 21, 2021

Oberlin, Ohio— The Natural Stone Institute (NSI) awarded Barbara Cohen its Migliore Award for Lifetime Achievement, Katie Jensen with the 2021 Women in Stone Pioneer Award and Brie Pfannenbecker with the 2020 Person of the Year Award. She was instrumental in her company donating stone to multiple Gary Sinise Foundation R.I.S.E

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 27, 2020

When shopping for waterproof vinyl flooring with rigid core construction, you are likely to come across wood plastic composite (WPC) and stone plastic composite (SPC). Sometimes referred to as wood polymer composite, this type of flooring material is lightweight, resilient, warm and comfortable when you are standing for long periods.

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Realstone

JUNE 15, 2023

Understanding Thin Brick Thin brick, often referred to as brick veneer, is a versatile and lightweight construction material that mimics the look and appeal of conventional brick. It comes in various forms, such as thin brick veneer ,(sometimes referred to as thin brick tile , or thin brick wall panels.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MARCH 11, 2019

The Natural Stone Show 2019 will run at ExCel London from 30th April to 2nd May. This year’s Natural Stone Show will be joined at ExCeL, London, by a new sister show: Hard Surfaces. Hard Surfaces 2019 will run alongside The Natural Stone Show 2019. In Wonderful Worktops & Fabulous Façades (11.00

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 20, 2016

San Diego, CA, May 19, 2016 – The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone (UofCTS) just released an updated version of the popular Understanding the Basics of Ceramic Tile online technical and sales training course. This course is designed both for the architect and arch rep to teach them how to write a proper tile and stone specification.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 1, 2015

Grout Color Selector: While nothing can replace the accuracy of our official color cards and grout kits, this visual reference guide will help guide you and your customers to narrow color choices. Our material calculator is more precise than standardized coverage charts.

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Tile Excellence

JUNE 3, 2017

ALWAYS get and check as many references as possible the best reference is a completed tile job somewhere in public that you can go out on your own and see for yourself. Always get at least 3 quotes and if they seem like high prices they probably are and continue looking until you find something comfortable for you.

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StoneDimensions

NOVEMBER 11, 2014

Q: I’ve been asked to review a shop drawing submission for interior stone cladding. I don’t like the idea of stacking the weight of the stone to the lower courses, I don’t like the difficulty encountered should a piece need to be replaced, and I’ve always struggled with understanding how they work.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Ask for references and review their portfolio of previous projects. Use of natural materials, such as wood and stone, along with a palette of cool blues, greens, and neutral tones can bring a sense of the ocean indoors. Choosing the Right Contractor Selecting the right contractor is essential to the success of your renovation project.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

During Tile of Spain’s Coverings Connected press conference held earlier this week, Ryan Fasan, Tile of Spain’s technical consultant and tile and stone expert, outlined the state of Spanish tile in the U.S., These simple and natural materials references are gaining ground this year. Miami, Fla.—During Foundation principles.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JULY 31, 2018

Wild natural stone One of the best ways to use natural textures in a home is to choose natural stone accent walls or other stone features. There’s nothing like natural stone to add visual interest to a room. Natural stone also comes in a wide variety of patterns and colors, so it can match almost any style.

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The London Tile Co.

AUGUST 25, 2016

The kitchen is often referred to as the heart of the home, so it’s crucial to get your decor just right. Natural stone like travertine or limestone looks stunning, but can be very expensive and requires regular sealing to keep it looking its best. Ceramic can be used on the floor, but it is not ideal in high traffic areas.

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