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22 Dec 2024

Category: Tile 101

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Aquamarine Green
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How to use Aquamarine Green tiles for a relaxing and refreshing ambiance to your serenity

How to use Aquamarine Green tiles for a relaxing and refreshing ambiance to your serenity

Embrace this soothing hue with aquamarine green. Discover its meaning, versatility, and how to incorporate it into your style.

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Carrara
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How to Find the Perfect Match for Your Style With Carrara Marble Tile Varieties

How to Find the Perfect Match for Your Style With Carrara Marble Tile Varieties

Discover your ideal Carrara marble tile to complement your unique taste and design vision, from classic to contemporary.

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Kinzie

Kinzie

MEET THE DESIGNER: José Manuel Ferrero THE COLLECTION: Complex, Classy, Cool Kinzie History and technology meet in the Kinzie collection, our new line of dynamic, sophisticated tiles from the innovative Spanish designer José Manuel Ferrero. The beauty of the Kinzie collection lies in its mesmerizing...

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Style Revival

Style Revival

Style Revival:Everything Old is New Again Timeless Tiles That Honor the Past While many design trends come and go, some have a way of resurfacing after a while (sometimes after only a few years) in fresh and exciting new ways. We’re still seeing a boom...

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Warm up to Cozy Colors

Warm up to Cozy Colors

WARM UP TO COZY COLORS How earth-toned tiles can transform your home Nothing beats color when it comes to creating a cozy and inviting home. We like earthy tones—yellow, terracotta, muted reds, gold, and beige—that call to mind sunny getaways and retreats that evoke a...

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Grout 101

Grout 101

Grout 101 Reading between the (tile) lines When it comes to tiling a room, grout may seem like an afterthought. After all, it’s not as much fun as picking tile. However, grout is a crucial component of any tile project. Grout not only fills the...

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The ABCs of LVT

The ABCs of LVT

Understanding Luxury Vinyl Tile Over the years, Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) has evolved into one of the most innovative and cost-effective flooring solutions on the market. Also known as luxury vinyl plank and luxury vinyl flooring, it’s seemingly everywhere. LVT meets the practical needs of...

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How To Polish Marble Tiles

How To Polish Marble Tiles

One of the things that makes most fall for marble tiles is their natural luster and lavish look. Yet, over time, this fades, requiring minimal upkeep. There are two types of cleaning to keep your tiles polished.  First, remove stains by way of poultice. We...

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How To Clean Marble Countertops

How To Clean Marble Countertops

At last, we’ve arrived at marble tile countertops. Like the shower, they’re exposed to a lot of daily activity, making them prone to dirt build up. To revive them, simply follow the easy steps below. Keep in mind, they are similar to the shower cleaning...

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How To Clean Marble Shower Tiles

How To Clean Marble Shower Tiles

Marble tiles in the shower see a lot of wear and tear. They are consistently getting wet, coated in hygiene products, and as a result, are prone to grime buildup. To counteract these impacts and keep things tidy, there are a few quick steps. Marble...

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How To Install Shower Tile

How To Install Shower Tile

The moment has come! All of your planning and preparations are paying off and you finally have a beautifully smooth and waterproof wall on which to install the tile that you love. Let’s see what it takes to make that happen. If you haven’t read...

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How To Cut Glass Tiles With Wheeled Tile Nippers – Manual Method

How To Cut Glass Tiles With Wheeled Tile Nippers – Manual Method

You’ve bought yourself some nice, beautiful glass tiles and it’s time for you to install them. If you’re not sure how to cut glass tile or where to start, our quick guide on cutting glass tiles with wheeled tile nippers will ease your worries and...

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How To install Porcelain Pavers – Typical Installation on a compact gravel and sand bed

How To install Porcelain Pavers – Typical Installation on a compact gravel and sand bed

In this how-to article we teach you how to install porcelain pavers – typical installation on a compact gravel and sand bed.Please note that this method is rated for pedestrian foot traffic, so please review your paver installation instructions and consult a professional if you...

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How To install Porcelain Pavers – Traditional Mortar Installation on Concrete

How To install Porcelain Pavers – Traditional Mortar Installation on Concrete

In this how to article we teach you how to install porcelain pavers – traditional mortar installation on concrete. Please note that this method is rated for pedestrian foot traffic, so please review your paver installation instructions and consult a professional if you need an...

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How To install Porcelain Pavers – Raised Pedestal Installation

How To install Porcelain Pavers – Raised Pedestal Installation

In this how to article we teach you how to install porcelain pavers – raised pedestal installation.Please note that this method is rated for pedestrian foot traffic, so please review your paver installation instructions and consult a professional if you need an installation that can...

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How To Install Porcelain Pavers – Dry Installation On Grass

How To Install Porcelain Pavers – Dry Installation On Grass

In this how to article we teach you how to install porcelain pavers – dry installation on grass. Please note that this method is rated for pedestrian foot traffic, so please review your paver installation instructions and consult a professional if you need an installation...

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How To install Porcelain Pavers – Dry Installation on Sand

How To install Porcelain Pavers – Dry Installation on Sand

In this how to article we teach you how to install porcelain pavers – dry installation on sand.Please note that this method is rated for pedestrian foot traffic, so please review your paver installation instructions and consult a professional if you need an installation that...

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How To install Porcelain Pavers – Dry Installation On Gravel

How To install Porcelain Pavers – Dry Installation On Gravel

In this how to article we teach you how to install porcelain pavers – dry installation on gravel. Please note that this method is rated for pedestrian foot traffic, so please review your paver installation instructions and consult a professional if you need an installation...

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