Thinking of adding some pizzazz to your lackluster walls? If so, you may be considering wallpaper. That’s right — a century after the 1920s wallpaper obsession, wallpaper is coming back into style, with options ranging from the traditional to the ultra modern. But before you roll out paper wallpaper, let us introduce you to the…
Designing a second home or vacation home? Whatever you plan on using your new home for, second homes and vacation getaways should be designed to help you and your family relax and unwind. And that means designing the space with all your specific wants and needs in mind. To make this process as easy as…
If you’re looking to transition your farmhouse decor to a new look or make a farmhouse-style home uniquely your own, this guide is for you. First, What Is Farmhouse Decor? The seemingly contradictory elements of farmhouse decor are comfort and practicality, simplicity and warmth. Because farmhouse decor traces its origins back to the early settlers…
A tiled kitchen island is the perfect way to upgrade your kitchen in both style and functionality. Read our guide to learn why ceramic tile is an ideal material for kitchen island surfaces and how to choose the perfect island tile for your kitchen. Benefits of a Kitchen Island As you are considering adding a…
Cozy season is right around the corner, and what better way to prepare than to upgrade your fireplace? Whether you plan on entertaining and want to wow your guests, or simply want to snuggle up on the sofa, you’re sure to enjoy a new-and-improved hearth. We’ve gathered these fireplace makeover ideas for you to consider,…
Style is king when it comes to this room of the house. Learn how to wow your guests and make a strong design impact with powder room tile. What Is a Powder Room? Powder rooms are strong selling points for houses on the market, but what exactly are they? If you think of powder rooms…
Table of Contents Bathroom Color Ideas Master Bedroom Color Ideas Living Room Color Ideas Kitchen Color Ideas Open-Concept Floor Plan Color Ideas Outdoor Room Color Ideas Dining Room Color Ideas Laundry Room Color Ideas Color Inspiration for Any Room of the House Searching for a tile color for your space? With so many attractive tile…
Outdoor kitchens are rising in popularity as a way to create more living space outdoors and to better enjoy the beauty of nature. Nature’s not the only beautiful thing to look at in an outdoor kitchen — with stunning porcelain and ceramic tile options, you can create an outdoor kitchen that will rival any area…
The strong desire to connect with nature has led recent interior decor trends toward earth tones as well as water-inspired colors, textures, and designs. New blue-green hues have evolved from the biophilic palette to bring unique variations ranging from vibrant turquoise to mellow aqua, stylish teal, and regal peacock shades. Colors in the Blue-Green Family…
Looking to add mosaic tile to your home or business? You’ve come to the right place. We have everything you need to know about why and how to use mosaic tile, including the best places to install it and the most creative designs. But let’s start with what makes a tile a “mosaic” tile in…
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…