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Why Grout Choice is Just as Important as Tile Choice

November 9, 2012 by

What makes the your flooring, backsplash, or tiled tub or shower stand out?

If you have a beautiful and unique tile, it may be the tile. But in many cases, it’s the grout between the tiles that gives it its unique contour and look.

If you are shopping for new tile for your kitchen or bathroom, you have a large number of decisions to make. The obvious decisions include looking for the tile that fits into the décor of your kitchen or bath, as well as one that will withstand the traffic that each room gets. You will have to choose color, style and material. Once you have chosen the tile, your decisions are not over. You still have the very important decision of choosing the right grout. [Read more…]

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Tile and Kitchens Go Together

September 7, 2012 by

Your kitchen is the room in your home in which everyone gathers in. It is a room that should be appealing, yet functional and durable.

One of the biggest decisions you have to make when designing your kitchen is the type of flooring to be used. While many like the looks of hardwood, still more are turning to tile because of its looks, its functionality, and its durability.

There are many different types of tiles that you can choose from, including ceramic and stone tile. Tile is available in a multitude of styles and colors, allowing you to customize the look of your kitchen to your exact specifications.

The floor in your kitchen sets the tone for the rest of the décor. Make sure to choose a color and design that flows with the rest of the room. You can choose a floor that adds a modern, contemporary or even whimsical look to your kitchen, depending on your preferences. You should take a look at your overall kitchen, including the color on your walls, the color of your cabinets and the designs in your backsplash, to help you determine which color and style of flooring will tie it all together. [Read more…]

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The Advantages Of Ceramic Tile

July 27, 2012 by

In today’s economy, more people are deciding to stay in their current home rather than upgrade. Yet that doesn’t mean you have to live with your home the way its been for the past few years.

One of the easiest ways to make a big change is to look underneath your feet – your flooring. Hardwood, vinyl, carpet, corkboard, laminate, bamboo, stone, and ceramic are some of the options – and each one of those has even more options of its kind.

If you feel overwhelmed at the prospect of determining which flooring is right for your home, consider one of the most popular floor coverings – the ceramic tile. Ceramic tile has a slew of advantages that might make it the best choice for your home.

Easy to maintain – ceramic tile is resistant to stains and you can clean it with ease. Just sweep, vacuum and mop on a regular basis to maintain your tiles to perfection.

Durable – ceramic tiles are more durable than other types of flooring – they will last longer, so you will not have to replace them as soon as you would other flooring.

Slip, abrasion, moisture resistant – ceramic tiles are slip resistant, making them a safer surface. They are also resistant to moisture, unlike hardwood. Ceramic tiles are often used in high-traffic areas because they resist abrasions and tread wear.

Fire resistant – ceramic tiles are fire resistant and will not burn, nor will they release any toxic fumes from burning – because they do not burn. [Read more…]

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A Basic Guide To Floor Tiles

March 20, 2012 by

Tiles are an excellent choice for flooring.  Boasting low maintenance, durability, and a great diversity of appearances; tile flooring is an excellent choice for a variety of flooring needs.  If you are considering tile flooring, here are a few basic concepts you will want to know.

Types of tile – There are two basic types of tile: ceramic and natural stone.  Ceramic tiles are made from clay and fired in a kiln.  Natural stone tiles as the name implies, are segments of natural stones such as marble and granite.

Ceramic tiles

There are a wide variety of ceramic tiles to suite a wide variety of needs.

Unglazed ceramic tiles keep the natural look of the clay from which it is made.  These tiles are common in outdoor areas.

Glazed tiles are ceramic tiles that have been coated with a combination of frit (ground glass) and metallic oxides (the glaze itself).  With a wide array of colors and finishes, these tiles have a multitude of uses.

Porcelain tile is made from a white clay and fired hotter and longer than any other ceramic tiles.  These tiles are extremely durable.

Terra-cotta tiles are the least durable of the ceramic tile, but if you’re looking for a rustic appearance, these tiles are for you.

Mosaic tiles are any tiles smaller than six inches.  These smaller tiles are often used to create decorative or artful floor designs. [Read more…]

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