Floor Covering News

JULY 15, 2024

Ceramic/porcelain tile has a unique attribute that few flooring materials can match: the ability to clad nearly any surface both indoor/outdoor the home. And that’s a trait that has allowed the category to retain its coveted market share, earning the third-highest dollar sales for years while other categories continue to face challenges. Not only has tile evolved in both size and format to cover surfaces such as countertops and walls, but tile suppliers have also invested heavily in finishing te

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Rubble Tile

JULY 15, 2024

Modern cottage style is making waves in the world of interior design, and it’s easy to see why. This charming aesthetic marries the rustic warmth of traditional cottage décor with the clean lines and functionality of contemporary design. It’s a perfect fit for the residents. The post Embracing Modern Cottage Style: A Cozy, Timeless Aesthetic for Minnesota Homes first appeared on Rubble Tile.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 15, 2024

Ceramic/porcelain tile is perhaps the trendiest flooring product category available today. From its ability to showcase nearly any color, shape, size and texture, to its ability to clad almost any surface in the home, it’s not hard for consumers to use tile to shape their spaces around their own personal tastes. What’s more, tile can easily adjust to new home trends.

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Ceramics of Italy

JULY 15, 2024

Until November 24th it will be possible to admire the Pabellon Criollo project by the Venezuelan artist Sol Calero at the Biennale, a project in which Italian ceramics meets art and architecture and color becomes the element of union between the artist and the two partners to evoke emotions and sensations and transform architectural spaces. The now historic collaboration between Gruppo Bardelli and Colorobbia becomes stronger in the project of the Pabellón Criollo by Sol Calero creating an impor

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JULY 15, 2024

Focusing on the fractured, fragmented, forgotten, and found, Yorkshire born Philip Jolley morphs meaning, memory, and multidimensional delights into his ceramic work. Designed to look distorted and created as relics, Jolley’s unconventional vases, bowls, and wall decors appear as though they were lifted from history. Deliberately rough edges, a patchwork appearance, and crafted signs of wear give each piece a unique character that draws you in and encourages you to investigate.

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The A to Z of Building

JULY 15, 2024

A study published in Materials explored incorporating plastic waste into concrete to address environmental concerns. The findings revealed that while plastic aggregates can reduce concrete's compressive strength, they offer a viable option for nonstructural applications, providing a sustainable alternative to traditional waste disposal methods.

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