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  • Transform Spaces with Decorative Ceiling Tiles: Expert Tips

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    Decorative ceiling tiles add something truly unique to renovation projects, whether it's a home foyer, hotel lobby, kitchen, master bedroom, or hallway. Decorative ceiling tiles are an excellent way to enhance the design and atmosphere of any room. According to data from the National Realtors Association (...
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  • Modern Arabic Tile: How to Work with This Material Like A Pro

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    Want to add a bold yet timeless statement to your interiors? Modern Arabic tile is the perfect fusion of heritage and contemporary style, offering intricate designs that captivate and inspire. This Arabesque tile or Moroccan-style tile adds a unique charm to any space. Additionally, with its geometric elegance a...
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  • How to Put Tile on Deck Versus Decking: Pro Tips

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    Fewer than 18% of homes have a deck, according to the National Association of Home Builders. If your home is lucky enough to have one, there's plenty you can do to spruce things up with tile on deck. Deck tile installation differs significantly depending on whether you are tiling over a concrete or plywood deck v...
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  • Mastering Talavera Tiles: Everything You Need to Know

    RUBI tools blog Talavera Tiles
    Talavera tiles are a timeless decorative element. Each one wonderfully blends history, artistry, and craftsmanship. Whether you're considering colorful kitchen tiles, decorative wall tiles, or even artisan floor tiles, Talavera tiles offer an artistic and cultural touch to any space. These handmade ceramic tiles are...
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  • Cutting a Hole for Shower Head in Tile: A Step-by-Step Guide

    Cutting a Hole for Shower Head in Tile: A Step-by-Step Guide Cutting a hole for a shower head can be an intimidating project, but a new shower head can take your bathroom experience to the next level. However, if you crack the tiles around it...cutting a hole for a shower head in tile can be a headache and not ne...
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  • The Best Tile Cut for Minimum Grout: For a Clean, Modern Look

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    The best tile cut for minimum grout for a clean, modern look can be achieved easily if you know what is needed. Did you know, the Grand View Research, projects that the U.S. ceramic tiles market will grow at a CAGR of 7.0% by 2030? As the demand for high-quality ceramic tiles increases, homeowners like you...
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  • Replacing Ceramic Tile: Steps to Do It Right the First Time

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    Imagine that you’ve just moved into a new house, and nearly everything about it is perfect. It has the ideal number of rooms, a modern kitchen, and maybe it even has additional amenities like a swimming pool or a patio in the backyard. However, there is one problem: replacing ceramic tile with a new tile instal...
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  • The 18 Most Popular Tile Floor Patterns for a Contemporary Look

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    Want to know what's happening in the field of tile installation right now? Let's look at some trends in tile floor patterns. If you are in the business of laying tiles, then you'll want to know what these trends are, so that you can lay floors that will, well, floor your clients. Staying on trend guarantees work&...
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  • Complete Guide on How to Install Ceramic Floor Tiles

    Whether you’ve been installing ceramic floor tiles for years or this is your first tile installation, you can’t deny that this material can add a certain charm to any room, from the kitchen to the bathroom to the living room. Ceramic tiles are attractive, durable, and require little maintenance. In fact, you can vis...
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  • What Is a Grout Float and How Do You Use It?

    Grouting Tile - The Purpose of Laying Joints
    You’ve just installed your tiles and everything looks good except there are spaces between the tiles. What do you do? Simply apply grout between these spaces using a grout float. This creates the impression of a continuous surface. What Is a Grout Float? This is a tool that’s designed to apply grout in spa...
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