With so many colorful tile choices available today, function is no longer the primary concern for backsplashes. Sometimes it’s all about the beautiful choice.

Originally, backsplashes were installed to protect surfaces from water. With so many colorful tile choices available today, function is no longer the primary concern. Backsplashes are now an important design element in the bath. Host Joan Kohn visits with experts Bruce Levine of Tiles: A Refined Selection Inc. and Anna Kasabian, an interior design writer, to learn about the latest options for tile backsplashes and get tips for making beautiful choices. Read the rest of this entry »

The versatility of ceramic wall tile makes it a popular choice for floors and walls. It can be painted, glazed, or left in its natural bisque finish. Ceramic wall tile with a glaze finish is easy to clean and common choice for bathrooms and kitchens. Porcelain ceramic wall tile, which is fired at much higher temperatures, is also stronger and more wear resistant than other tiles. Finally, ceramic wall tile comes in a wide variety of sizes and shapes, allowing for a clean and simple look or a complex mosaic.
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Tile Patterns

In: Tile Patterns

19 Jun 2009

Ceramic tile is a cost effective solution to decorating many areas of the home. One way to take an ordinary tile installation and make it special is with tile patterns. Tile patterns can vary the look of the installation and give it a custom one of a kind appearance. There are many ways in which tile patterns can be used to customize a tile wall or floor. Read the rest of this entry »

Ceramic tile is a great option for your flooring needs. Not only is ceramic tile an inexpensive and low maintenance option for floors, ceramic tile installation is easy to accomplish. You will need certain tools, such as a tape measure, a tile cutter, a utility knife, a level, a hammer, and a trowel. You will also need tile, backer board, grout and grout sealer and spacers for the ceramic tile installation.

You will want to prepare the floors by clearing them and removing items like toilets and baseboards. After preparing the area, you will want to lay the backer board, or the underlayment. If the underlayment is new, you will want to install a layer of plastic between the backer board and the subfloor. Nail the underlayment down to the subflooring. Read the rest of this entry »

Tile designs

In: Tile Patterns

17 Jun 2009

One of the most enjoyable aspects of building or remodeling a home is the chance to custom design every last part of the home. Many people see this as a chore, but anyone with a creative mind views it as an opportunity to inject personality into a space, transforming a house into a home. One of the ways to get really creative is when it comes to purchasing tiles for either your kitchen or bathroom. Read the rest of this entry »

There are many bathroom tile ideas which can not only enhance the beauty of any bathroom, but can add value to the home and make cleaning and maintenance a breeze. Whether you are remodeling an existing bathroom, or planning one in a new home or addition, be sure and include some bathroom tile ideas to get the best return on your investment. Read the rest of this entry »

If you are remodeling your kitchen or just making some much needed updates, good for you. Now is the time to get a project like this done. However, have you thought about your backsplash yet? For many people, this is a secondary thought, but it actually has the ability to really make your kitchen modern and beautiful. Consider the classy glass tile backsplash for your sink area. The glass tile backsplash is the rage right now as far as simplicity and style. Read the rest of this entry »

Backsplash tiles provide both style and function In kitchens and bathrooms. Tiles are one of the most popular types of backsplash materials because they are not only durable but come in a wide variety of sizes and colors. Backsplash tiles need to be able to withstand a great deal of abuse from water, constant cleaning, and in the kitchen, grease and other cooking grime as well.
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Tile Showers

In: Bathroom Tile

6 May 2009

When remodeling a home or building a new home, one of the places in the home where focused attention needs to be directed is at the bathrooms, and especially the showers. There are various products for showers, but using tiles to create lovely tile showers are by far the most popular option.

Tile showers are long lasting and naturally water resistant. Through sealing grout and careful installation, tile showers becomes water proof, which is the most important aspect of a shower. Read the rest of this entry »

If you’re looking for a quick way to improve the look and feel of your home, decorative tile is a great idea. Installing decorative tile over your existing floor is not that difficult, and will make a large impact when guests walk into the room.

Decorative tile is widely available, and comes in a large variety of materials. Ceramic tile, mosaics, stone tile, and even inexpensive linoleum tile are great options for decorative tile. The flooring can be installed in a typical floor layout, or can be arranged in attractive patterns with intricate borders and accents pieces. Your imagination is the only limitation you’ll have when working with beautiful decorative tile. Read the rest of this entry »

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