When planning a remodeling project, it’s nice to get an outside perspective on the best materials to use in your room. Sometimes, that means asking a friend to weigh in on which of two countertops you should use.Other times, it means looking for expert advice on the hottest styles in home decor right now. For […]
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You’ve been dreaming of a bathroom renovation for a while. Your mental images have included a gorgeous tiled shower. Now that your remodeling plans are becoming a reality, you may be wondering whether practical considerations will force you to scrap your shower ideas.There’s no need to sacrifice beauty for utility. The best tiles for shower […]
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Have you ever wondered why people choose tiles in their bathroom home remodels more than any other type of material? The reason is because of the many benefits of tiles in bathrooms that you can’t get with other types of flooring. Tiles are a timeless and wise choice for bathrooms. They are excellent for flooring, countertops, […]
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Waterjet technology can cut parts with such high precision that it is often used when manufacturing machine parts. However, the same quality that makes it excellent for aerospace and automotive manufacturing, also makes it ideal for cutting tiles in repetitive patterns to a very high tolerance. Not only do you get identical patterns, even when cutting through […]
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You might be familiar with penny tile designs from a shower stall floor where their unique coin shape gives wet surfaces a better grip. They are 3/4 to 1 inch across and laid on a mesh grid in various designs. They can come in penny round, hex, or square patterns. During the early 20th century, penny […]
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Innovations in tile design have led to some exciting textured tile designs. It can transform an ordinary wall into a work of abstract art. The textural relief of tiles can provide a visual impact that intrigues the senses and give the room a one-of-a-kind style statement. What is really nice about textural tiles is that you don’t […]
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There is nothing more frustrating than watching a video about a subject like mosaic tiles and not understanding key terms in it. What is a substrate? What’s the difference between Carrara and Calacatta marble tiles? What is a waterjet and how is it important to tiling? There are plenty of terms in the industry that aren’t necessary […]
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If porcelain is a mystery to you, it might not surprise you to learn it was a mystery to everyone outside China until the 17th century. After centuries of being imported from the East, a German alchemist by the name of Bottger revealed its secret composition. In fact, Europeans had to buy porcelain from China up […]
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Sleek surfaces and modern lines are clean and impressive, but sometimes you want a warmer, more welcoming look for areas of your home. Adding rustic-chic touches to your rooms will achieve that type of ambiance. With rustic tile designs, you can keep your decor upscale while still incorporating comfortable, welcoming elements. Ahead, discover six ways to […]
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The azulejos of the Alhambra, beautiful multi-colored, intricately designed tiles, look like they may have been cut with modern tools, but actually required extensive training and dedication to the art of mosaic cutting to produce such astounding and complex designs. Source: Glendale.edu Later, the same art became known as zellige in Morocco and other parts […]
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