Many homeowners and designers specify ceramic tile for surfaces such as countertops, floors, and walls because it is one of the most durable surfaces, as well as one of the easiest to maintain. As with any tile product, proper care … Read More
In the production of tile products, there are a variety of conditions that can be attributed to shade variation. Those conditions include slight differences in raw materials, such as those used to color the tile surface or body; temperature and … Read More
Natural stone is a beautiful choice for flooring and other surfaces. Taking care of natural stone is essential in order to keep it looking fabulous for years to come. Our supplier Naturally Beautiful Surfaces, or NBS, offers great care and … Read More
Design often overlooks the effect of lighting on walls. Lighting plays a crucial role in revealing imperfections in wall tile installations that may be unseen under normal conditions. The Tile Council of North America’s Handbook emphasizes lighting’s significant impact on tile … Read More
In the past, consumers didn’t give much thought to the idea of larger format tiles as a surface option for kitchen countertops. Historically, ceramic tile was likely very close to the bottom of the list of surface options consumers would … Read More
The process of creating graphics on tile products has come a long way in the past 20 years or so. Back in the 1980s, most tile manufacturers used silk screens to apply the glazes that created the graphics, which was … Read More
The baby boomer generation is now reaching their retirement years. With this new season of life, many are faced with making decisions about how they want to live out their years and their living arrangements. Part of the decision is … Read More
Over the years, tile sizes have grown dramatically. Twenty years ago, 8×8 floor tiles and 4×4 wall tiles were in fashion and commonly used for floor and wall application. Today’s technology has allowed manufacturers to produce much larger tiles. Tiles … Read More