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Sumi Mini Brick glass tiles are a popular style of kitchen backsplash tile that are created from blending complementary and contrasting colors.These types of tiles are notable for featuring delicate, feathery brushstrokes that are inspired by Japanese brush paintings. In addition to providing a...

One of the greatest aspects of living in California is the rich cultural diversity that is very much on display throughout Los Angeles. And with heavy ties to colonial Spain as well as native cultures of Mexico, it is no surprise that these cultural influences are still prominent in the art and...

With the Memorial Day weekend approaching, there’s a good chance that you will be opening up your home to guests over the long weekend. And if not, there’s still a good chance that you will be spending some of your extra time off work this weekend giving your house the deep cleaning...

When many people think of porcelain, they may think of fine tea cups or other types of china; this all would be accurate. As far back as 600 A.D., potters in China were experimenting with a variety of porcelain techniques. In fact, the reason many types of porcelain goods are referred...

Not all marble is the same. Marble is mined all over the world, providing a variety of colors and qualities, but not all marble is the same. For centuries, the furthest Northwest corner of Tuscany has been mining marble of some of the highest standards. The quarries of Carrara have produced more...

As you work on your bathroom or kitchen tile renovation project, you are probably pretty concerned about which tile will go best with your cabinets and paint. While choosing the correct tile is an important factor in your project, the grout can be just as important to consider.Many tile...

In a previous blog post, we talked a little bit about Carrara marble and why the location does matter when it comes to choosing your marble tile. Carrara quarries are known for their high-quality, exceptionally-white colored marble. For this reason, not only is it sought after for home projects,...

Most homes have a variety of floor types to complement various rooms. From carpet in a bedroom to floor tiles in the kitchen, choosing the right floor for the space and overall feel that you’re trying to exemplify can be a unique challenge.We’re here to help you choose the best...

You’ve taken the time and installed new kitchen backsplash tile. Congratulations! You’ve done yourself a favor to help protect your walls and to improve the value of your home. However, instead of all the grease and gunk building up on the walls from your delicious cooking, now it will...

If you’ve thought about updating your kitchen or maybe even doing an entire kitchen renovation, you’ve probably heard the term “backsplash” thrown around. But what is a kitchen backsplash and do you really need to install backsplash tile?A kitchen backsplash can be anything from a four-inch...

Updating a home’s bathroom can be a major point of comfort and added value for those who are looking into ways to improve their home. No home is complete without beautiful and complimentary bathroom tiles. In fact, between the floor and shower area, much of your bathroom utilizes some type of tile....

When you think about various uses for tile around your home, your main thoughts probably revolve around the bathrooms, kitchen, and floors. While these are the most common uses for tile design, there are many outdoor uses and projects that can utilize a variety of tile types.For centuries,...