Ceramic Tile Design Ideas — Plain/Solid color

Classic Fruit & Vegetable Tile Mural for Kitchen Backsplash

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Classic Fruit & Vegetable Tile Mural for Kitchen Backsplash

A hand-painted mural is the focal point of any room. The Summer Harvest mural, shown here, certainly steals the show in this kitchen backsplash. The mural is 23" long and 8" high. The intricate details create artwork that is timely, lasting, beautiful and functional. The mural has a matte finish and is often paired with natural stones like tumbled marbled, travertine or granite. However, the contrast with gloss field tile and use of tile accent frame really set it off!Photo courtesy of Avente Customer.

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Spanish Tiles Create Cuban Cafe Ambiance

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Spanish Tiles Create Cuban Cafe Ambiance

Our Spanish Tiles are a classic collection of hand painted tiles inspired by centuries-old Spanish tile designs. The Alcala pattern was chosen by the restaurant owner, Patricia Estorino. She wanted to create the same charm and ambiance for the new restaurant, Gustazo, that you'd experience at a cafe in old Havana, Cuba. The focal point of the room is a mural that uses 6"x6" tiles and framed with 3"x6" and 3"x3" border tiles in the same pattern. Additionally, the 6"x6" tiles are used as accents and placed randomly in the field tile pattern. Patricia Estorino, the owner of Gustazo, is...

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San Jose Quarter Design For a Wall or Backsplash

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San Jose Quarter Design For a Wall or Backsplash

Create an eye-catching mural with quarter design patterns on a wall. Quarter designs require four tiles to make the complete pattern and are often scaled versions of smaller tiles in the same colorway and pattern. Quarter design tiles generally have more negative space and are ideal for creating a patterned mural for large wall installations. Also, consider using them up to wainscoting height and baths or showers. Here, the San Jose Quarter 6" x 6" tiles create a stunning wall mural for this patio. Our Barcelona ceramic tile collection is ideal for creating a truly Mediterranean look in any space....

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Create a Spa Bath Experience with Sand Ridge Tiles

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Create a Spa Bath Experience with Sand Ridge Tiles

Create a luxurious spa-like bath in your home using hand-painted tiles from Avente Tile. It's easy to achieve a coordinated, designer-look using our collection of Spanish ceramic tiles and coordinating field tile. In this stunning bathroom, Antigua Colonial relief tiles, Geo Vessel, and Barcelona Matte White field tiles achieve subtle, luxurious style. A great way to create interest and texture with field tile is to alternate their position. Notice the Barcelona Matte White Field Tiles follow the same grid pattern on the backsplash; but, they are installed on-point for the counter. Smooth-surface counters have distinct advantages for kitchen applications; however,...

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Outdoor Living Area with Pomegranate Mural

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Outdoor Living Area with Pomegranate Mural

Grace your outdoor living space with with fine art! This Mini Pomegranate Tree Mural is a true masterpiece that provides a peaceful nature theme. The high-fired tile is perfect for outdoor locations. The mural comes complete with a "frame" of circle dot decos and liners in Sangria red. Just find the right place to install it! Customize the mural and create a "mosaic feel" that matches the shape and scale of your space by adding 2"x2" field tile around the mural. Avente offers three handmade pomegranate tree murals each in a distinct colorway. Choose from earth, cool or warm tones...

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