Because of their (typically) smaller size, bathrooms feature an opportunity to make a creative splash with a great tile color. What are the best colors for the bathroom? Martha Stewart color experts say these are the bathroom colors that will be most popular in 2022: Pale blues Moody greens...
The laundry room by design may be a utility room, yet that doesn’t mean it has to look utilitarian. By adding ceramic tile to your laundry room, your surfaces can be both protected and your space can be stylish. So, which colors are better for the laundry room? We...
Although textured tiles have been in vogue for a while, this year they are a bit different. In contrast to the angular geometric patterns and textures we’ve seen in the past, the organic textures seem more like they were hand-created, or even formed through natural occurrence. Perfect Imperfection: Handmade...
For the first time, manufacturers of hard flooring materials have now standardized criteria available that they can use to communicate the potential areas of use of flooring based on the slip resistance characteristics of their products. ANSI A326.3 is the U.S. national test method for measuring the dynamic coefficient...
Anyone who struggles with allergies is aware of the dangers of allergy season, but although we tend to believe that the culprits live outdoors, many allergens may be found right inside your house. The flooring in your home, in particular, can contribute to allergies, as some types of flooring...
Stone looks offer a lovely way to bring natural beauty and texture to a space. And with color palettes warming up overall in the last few years, it’s no wonder that stone looks are also warming up in color. Let’s look at some examples of this 2022 trend. (Almost)...
Each year, recognized color experts and painting companies choose a color or palette of colors that they believe best represent the current zeitgeist. Although their picks often influence interior decorating, design and fashion, it’ s based on much more than trendy aesthetic preferences, as they are based on pop...
As society’s concern for health grows, more and more of us are examining the standards of the past and raising the bar when it comes to the products and building practices we use in our homes. Far-sighted consumers realize that health embraces more than just a neat appearance: a...
A tiled kitchen island is the perfect way to upgrade your kitchen in both style and functionality. We invite you to read our post and learn why ceramic tile is your ideal material for kitchen island surfaces plus learn to choose the perfect island tile for your kitchen. Advantages...