It’s quite obvious that lighting, artificial or natural, can have an effect on the way an object looks. Lighting certainly has an effect on the appearance of tile floors and walls, and often times, consumers do not understand these effects. Today, we’d like to offer an explanation of the effects... 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 consider. Style and design weren’t necessarily at the forefront of... Read More
The baby boomer generation is now reaching their retirement years, and 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 based on the accessibility of their current homes. Due... Read More
Over the years, tile sizes have grown dramatically. 20 years ago, 8×8 floor tiles and 4×4 wall tiles were in fashion and the more common sizes, but now, the more common and fashionable sizes include 12×12, 18×18, 12×24, and even larger for floor tiles, and 8×10 and larger for wall... Read More
Over the past few years, a new style of shower drain has been introduced as a stylish and sophisticated alternative to the traditional square or circular drains that have been so commonly used. Linear style drains come in a variety of looks and finishes, and are quickly becoming the shower... Read More
Like products in most other industries, tile products have a limited life cycle. Products from manufacturers don’t last forever. Typically, a tile product’s life cycle is within the three to seven year range, depending on the success of the product. Far too often, we see consumers who are in need... Read More
One area of a typical tile floor installation that is often overlooked is the actual size of the width of the grout joint between the tiles. Many times, the decision is ultimately made by the tile setter at the time of installation, with little or no input from the homeowner.... Read More
A home is likely one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make in your life, and as such, you want to make sure that anytime you plan for a home improvement project that you seek assistance from a true industry professional who is highly skilled in their craft, as well... Read More
Many times in a bathroom remodel, much of the focus is placed on the look of the space – choosing the perfect tile for the shower and all the right fittings to create a beautiful space that homeowners can enjoy relaxing in. However, there is one important step to a... Read More
While tile floors are a fabulous flooring material for homes, shopping centers, nursing homes, and the likes, they can tend to become slippery when wet. In fact, everyone has probably slipped on a tile floor at least once in their life. As slippery floors are the cause of several thousand... Read More
