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Hot Summer Tile Trends for Your Kitchen and Bathroom

Many people begin thinking about updating their kitchens and bathrooms during the summer months, with the idea that they’ll get started in the fall. But summer is a fantastic time to get started on your new project. Starting now means you’ll be ready to enjoy your new space before the fall and holiday rush begins. [...]

Creating an Accent Wall with Tile

Accent walls are a popular way to add interest, color, texture, or a focal point to a room. They can be simple or decorative, and may be made of many materials - including tile. Many modern tiles are available with unique surface textures and 3-dimensional relief that can create a one-of-a-kind accent wall that will [...]

How to Brighten a Small or Dark Room with Glass Tile

Of all the various factors that go into creating a great interior design, light is one of the most important. Good lighting makes a space usable and accessible. It also makes it appear larger and more welcoming. There are many ways that you can increase light in interior design, but for some small and dark [...]

Green Tile Options for Your Sustainable Home Design

Sustainable homes and green building have both been increasing in popularity over the last decade. In fact, LEED certified green homes have had an overall increase of 20% over the last 5 years. Sustainable homes are often considered to be healthier for the occupants, as well as better for the environment, which increases their appeal. [...]

Choosing a Quality Porcelain Tile

Go into any store that sells tile, and you’re likely to see a material called porcelain. This man made tile has a lot in common with ceramic tile, including the fact that it’s made from clay. But porcelain is very different from the ceramic tile you may have installed in your shower. Porcelain tiles may [...]

Why is it called “Onyx”?

Onyx is a type of marble and a member of the chalcedony family, famed for its translucence and ability to transmit light. While most marbles are opaque, onyx can be lit from behind to create stunning, one-of-a-kind installations. The name "onyx" comes from the Greek word for "claw" or "fingernail". According to ancient Roman mythology, [...]

What to Know Before Spring Cleaning Your Stone Tile Floors

If you have stone floors in your home, you may be tempted to give them a deep clean to help restore their appearance after a winter of salt, sand, and snow being tracked indoors. Stone floors are beautiful and long lasting, but they need to be cleaned and treated properly to keep them looking their [...]

7 Benefits of using mosaic tile in the bathroom

Tile is an integral part of nearly every bathroom design. Tile is versatile, water resistant, and can be installed on the floor, walls, or ceiling. Mosaic tiles in particular have all of these same benefits and attributes, but can offer you even more with added function and style when used in the bathroom. What are [...]

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