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Back to Basics: AC’s Ceramic Tile Collections

Architectural Ceramics

This collection’s features make it an easy option to mix and match with other natural stone or porcelain tile: 3″ x 6″ field tile with coordinating bullnose and trim profiles. clean, off-white color. Porcelain: Let’s expand on the notion that a porcelain is a type of ceramic tile. glossy finish.

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Avente Tile Talk: Moroccan Tile: In a Class of Its Own

Tile Talk

Countries with colorful histories have always provided a deep-rooted fascination to outsiders because of their culture, traditions, food, and most importantly, the art produced within the country. ” Zillij, or tilework of Morocco. decorative tile. Tuesday, September 4, 2012. Moroccan Tile: In a Class of Its Own.

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Avente Tile Talk: Cement Tiles Add to the Impeccable Details of.

Tile Talk

Shes good at what she does; from color choice and tile design, to finding just the right plates and chairs for her bistro, to hiring the right team. It was almost a year ago she called to order the Heritage Solid Color Chip Set for her cement tile project. Heres a great shot that showcases the color variation. decorative tile.

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Avente Tile Talk: Portuguese Ceramic Tile: Architectural History and.

Tile Talk

They’re distinctive as much for their individuality as for anything else, with whole blocks of buildings bursting with color, each façade different. Inspired by centuries-old styles from Portugal, these decorative ceramic tiles are hand painted on red bisque and finished with a high-gloss glaze. decorative tile.

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Avente Tile Talk: Islamic Star Patterns in Tile Design

Tile Talk

These tiles were commonly used as floor and wall applications and to decorate mihrabs , the architectural niches in mosques. Examples of this work still exist in Spain, Italy, Morocco, India, and Turkey. The color palette also extended to include oranges and yellows. decorative tile. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool.

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Avente Tile Talk: Fall in Love with a Classic - Casablanca Cement Tile

Tile Talk

Both decorative and elegant, zellij tile is noted for its rich colors and pattern. Image credit: Morocco Travel Blog. The saturated blue, bright yellows, and deep greens in the Heritage Color Palette are great choices for emulating Moroccan zellij tile colors. Colors Used in This Cement Tile Pattern.

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Ceramic: Category reaps benefits of booming housing market

Floor Covering News

MSI’s Arterra porcelain pavers feature Zero-slip, a proprietary technology providing exceptional slip resistance for wet and dry flooring. Tile that mimics natural materials such as wood, marble, terrazzo, concrete and brick is extremely popular, along with handcrafted looks that feature highly tactile qualities and color variance.