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Introducing You to the New Neutrals

Tile TrendsBy Roxanne MorrisApril 27, 2021

Let’s take a look at some of the newest colors being used as neutrals in ceramic tile and interior decor.

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How to Make Square Tile Unique

Tile TipsBy Cynthia Faber SmithApril 23, 2021

Let’s take a look at how to make square tile unique, including 18 popular square tile designs.

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Building Code Updates Make Larger Exterior Adhered Porcelain Tile Possible

Tile NewsBy Bill GrieseApril 12, 2021

Starting in 2021, adhered porcelain tiles as large as 36 x 72 inches or 48 x 48 inches can be used on building facades without a code variance application.

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Unleash the Creativity of Hexagon Tile: Hexagon Tile Uses and Design Ideas

Tile Design IdeasBy Cynthia Faber SmithApril 9, 2021

Hexagon tile looks great just about everywhere and in every look and tile style. Think we’re exaggerating? Keep reading to see what we mean.

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Living room with light stone-look tile

Celebrate Earth Day Every Day With Green Squared Certified Products

Tile TipsBy Bill GrieseMarch 31, 2021

When choosing tile and installation materials, look for the Green Squared Certified® mark to ensure your choices are sustainable.

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Ceramic Tile Meets Radiant Heat: Guide to In-Floor Heating

Tile TipsBy Ryan MarinoMarch 29, 2021

Learn about installing radiant heat in your home and why homeowners trust ceramic tile to protect and make the most of their investment.

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Pretty Pastels: Tile in Pastel Tones

Tile TrendsBy Cynthia Faber SmithMarch 22, 2021

Check out gorgeous tile in some of our favorite pastel hues, including baby blues, mint greens, pale pinks, and more.

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Biophilic Design and Ceramic Tile

Tile TrendsBy Cynthia Faber SmithMarch 18, 2021

Find everything you need to know about biophilic design and how to incorporate it into your home with ceramic tile.

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Excavations Reveal Ancient Roman Mosaic Floor Beneath Italian Vineyard

Tile NewsBy Ryann CoyleMarch 17, 2021

Excavations have uncovered an intricate Roman mosaic floor a few meters underneath a vineyard in northern Italy.

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We’re Green With Envy Over These Green Tile Designs

Tile TrendsBy Roxanne MorrisMarch 9, 2021

From mint to muted green and from patterns to marble looks, green tile is a great way to add both unique personality and biophilic design to your home.

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Top 2021 Tile Trends You’ll Love

Tile TrendsBy Roxanne MorrisFebruary 23, 2021

This year, we’re celebrating National Tile Day by sharing the tile trends we expect to take off in 2021.

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Ultimate Colors of the Year Palette

Tile TrendsBy Roxanne MorrisFebruary 23, 2021

Why Tile examined color authorities’ “colors of the year” from the last five years, revealing 10 color trends that have had a lasting impact.

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Porcelain Tile: Your Complete Guide

Tile TipsBy Kathy MeyerFebruary 15, 2021

Explore the many benefits that porcelain tile brings to applications both inside and outside your home or business.

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Grout Color Guide: How to Choose the Right Grout Color for Your Tile

Tile TipsBy Cynthia Faber SmithFebruary 12, 2021

Here are some considerations, ideas, and frequently asked questions to help you find the perfect grout color for your tile.

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Your Guide to Laundry Room Tile

Tile TipsBy Cynthia Faber SmithJanuary 26, 2021

Ceramic tile is a natural choice for laundry rooms with its low maintenance, water resistance, versatility, and impressive design options.

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Open Shelving Tile Backsplashes and Tile Walls: Explore Your Options

Tile TrendsBy Roxanne MorrisJanuary 21, 2021

We’re exploring options for open shelving tile backsplashes and tile walls, from shelf choices to tile designs to fun add-ons.

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Everything You Need to Know About Subway Tile

Tile Design IdeasBy Cynthia Faber SmithJanuary 21, 2021

Learn everything there is to know about subway tile! Including creative installation patterns and adaptations and where to use subway tile.

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Pantone’s 2021 Colors of the Year: Ultimate Gray and Illuminating

Tile TrendsBy Roxanne MorrisJanuary 11, 2021

Pantone has surprised us this year by choosing not just one color for 2021, but two: Ultimate Gray and Illuminating.

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Using Ceramic Tile in Your Home Office

Tile TipsBy Cynthia Faber SmithJanuary 8, 2021

Whether you’re new to remote work or need to give your home office some new energy, ceramic tile is the workhorse you need for efficient workspaces.

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Colorful Bathroom Floor Tile Ideas

Tile Design IdeasBy Roxanne MorrisJanuary 4, 2021

Colorful bathroom floor tile is just the pick-me-up we need, with options that span the rainbow as well as creative multicolor designs.

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