It’s no secret that hexagon tile is one of the most popular tile designs and one of our personal favorites. Hexagon tile’s secret to success: It delivers the best of both worlds. Both retro and a staple of modern design, hexes are playful yet inspired by nature itself. This honeycomb tile design is a hybrid…
Subway tile: you’ve heard of it and admired it, but do you really know what makes subway tile subway tile? We’re here to help! We’ve included a little historical perspective, the general characteristics of traditional subway tile, creative subway tile installation patterns and adaptations, and some ideas on how to use subway tile in your…
Looking for fun flooring ideas for your bathroom? Colorful bathroom floor tile is just the pick-me-up we need to inspire our days, with options that span the rainbow and creative multicolor designs, as well. Here are some of our favorite colorful tile bathroom floors from Instagram, guaranteed to cheer you. Yellow Bathroom Floor Tiles View…
We love tile crafts, and one of the easiest and most fun tile crafts out there involves making coasters out of tile. Whether you’re creating tile coasters as a gift for a holiday or to use in your own home, you can’t go wrong with this simple tile craft project. Not sure where to start?…
We recently explained why gauged porcelain is our new favorite material for furniture, and now we want to share some of our favorite porcelain furniture examples from Instagram. All of these examples showcase different designs and even types of furniture, but they have one thing in common: gauged porcelain tile panels/slabs. Intrigued? Read on. Gauged…
Every dog owner knows the struggle of muddy paw prints after going for a walk or playing outside. Rinsing off Rover with a hose outdoors isn’t always possible because of location or climate. Wiping off Winnie with a rag is a short-term solution at best. Using your regular shower or sink generally gives you a…
Porcelain tile is known for its functional benefits and aesthetics, but did you know that porcelain isn’t just for flooring? Thicker porcelain pavers and thin panels/slabs have expanded porcelain’s versatility to include impressive uses. The most recent advancement in porcelain is gauged porcelain tile: Specially manufactured porcelain tile in panels or slabs as long as…
Choosing tile colors for your decor is fun and creative. Simply, we recommend you choose a tile color you love. Of course, you’ll want to choose a tile color that works well for your space, matches the rest of your decor, and is something that you’ll enjoy looking at every day. These parameters will help…
Perhaps quarantine time at home has allowed you an opportunity to explore new ideas for improving your outdoor living spaces or you are keeping yourself and your family busy with creative craft projects. We’ve shared instructions with you earlier for one way to make a planter box from mosaic tile or leftover tile you have…
The joy of owning a home is being able to create a comfortable and safe place to live. Now, more than ever, our living space is not confined to just a roof over our head but also includes numerous outdoor spaces to enjoy. Whether you want to read peacefully by a patio fireplace or make…
Searching for an innovative look for your pool addition or remodel? If you are looking for a design that knocks typical blue pool tiles out of the water, make a style splash with these unique pool tile examples from Instagram. Patterned Poolside Tile View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ceramics of Italy…
Nothing makes us want to get outdoors more than blue skies and some sunshine. Of course, it helps if you have a beautiful outdoor space, and creating such a space starts with selecting durable, weather-resistant, and stylish materials. Create your own private getaway with ceramic tile and turn every ordinary day into a stay-cation you’ll…
As homeowners continue to embrace open-concept floor plans inside the home and designated living spaces outside, a trend to blur the delineation of these areas has emerged. Indoor-outdoor transitional spaces combine the comforts of indoor living with the advantages of outdoor areas, such as fresh air, the view or beauty of natural surroundings, outdoor activities,…
Dreaming about the perfect master bathroom? Whether you’re building a new house, remodeling your current master bath, or just musing on your dream home, we have nine master bathroom examples from Instagram that you’re bound to fall for. All-White Master Bathroom View this post on Instagram A post shared by Western Carpet One (@westerncarpetone) on…
Our celebration of National Tile Day continues with another 2020 tile trend! We began with an exploration of giant gemstone tile looks. Now, let’s focus on trending tile shapes. Geometric tile shapes other than rectangles make for an interesting and impactful installation, so prepare to be wowed. Here are some nonrectangular tile examples from Instagram…
Inspired by National Tile Day, we’re highlighting eight eagerly anticipated tile trends of 2020! Starting off our series is the unique look of precious stone- and gemstone-look tiles. Precious stone looks bring the beauty of nature to your home in the glamorous way only nature can create. This tile style is expected to take off…
Black and white is a timeless combination that’s also incredibly versatile. This dynamic duo can be bold and playful, as well as classic and sophisticated. The versatility of these colors also lends itself to every room in your home. To prove our point, we’ve found 20 unique black and white tile looks for your floors,…
When we speak from the heart, our gifts convey thoughtfulness and the intimacy of knowing someone well. Rather than spending time shopping for someone, we spend our time lovingly making something that is as unique as they are. These are the gifts we know will be treasured because they also carry a bit of our…
The roaring ’20s are back! To celebrate, we’re embracing Art Deco style and all its glamor. Art Deco, short for Arts Décoratifs, is characterized by decadent details, bold patterns, and rich colors — lending perfectly to ceramic tile design. Here are some Art Deco tile looks from Instagram that we think are the bee’s knees! …
