Handmade Cement Tile

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Welcome to Avente Tiles handmade cement tile information center! Our passion for cement tile has led us to create one of the broadest collections of cement tile patterns anywhere on the net.

Not only do we have no minimums on orders, but, given over a decade of experience selling cement tile, we care intensely about finding custom cement tile solutions for any budget.

In this handmade cement tile information center, youll find links to resources that will answer all your questions about cement tiles. If you dont find answers, let us know: complete our Request Information form.

Traditional Alcala Cement Tile 8" x 8"

• Quick Reference to Cement Tiles Carried By Avente Tile
• A Guide to Choosing the Best Cement Tile for your needs
• Avente Tile's Cement Tile FAQs

Designing with Cement Tile

• Cement Tile Design Ideas
• How to Customize Cement Tile
• Tips for a Cement Tile Rug Design

Learn about Cement Tile

• Cement Tiles, Hydraulic Tiles, Cuban Tiles, Encaustic Tiles?
• How Patterned Cement Tile is Made on YouTube
• Where Can You Install Cement Tile

Cement Tile Installation, Care and Maintenance

• How to Install Cement Tiles (Slideshow)
• Heritage Cement Tile Installation & Care Guidelines
• Mission Cement Tile Installation & Care Guidelines
• Classic Cement Tile Installation & Care Guidelines

Quick Reference to the Cement Tiles Carried By Avente Tile

Remember that cement tiles are handmade, one tile at a time, making each tile unique and different - you'll see the hand of the artisan tile-maker in each cement tile.

Heritage Cement Tile Patterns & Heritage Color Palette Use the Heritage color palette for any Cuban, Traditional and Geometric pattern. Textured and Heritage Molding are available in any Heritage Color with a polished or unpolished finish. Patterned tiles are generally available in an 8"x8" format. Heritage Solid Color Tiles are available in square formats that range from 4"x4" to 14"x14" plus you'll find a few octagonal and rectangular options. Use the Heritage Price List to understand costs for each format, finish, and color group. Heritage tile prices are determined, in part, by color-choice. In general, dark greens and blues will force you to use the more expesive B or C color groups. This flexible line is a great choice because there are no minimums and over 80 colors to choose from.
Patterned Cement Tile		Relief & Molding	Heritage Colors & Fragments
Traditional Cement Tile	Cuban Heritage Cement Tile	Textured Cement Tile	Heritage Solid Color Cement Tile
Artist Series Cement Tile	Geometric Cement Tile	Heritage Cement Tile Molding & Stairs	Fragments Mosaic Cement Tile
Classic Tile Patterns & Color Palette The colors in any Classic cement tile pattern can be changed using the Classic color palette. Classic Solid Color Tiles are available in square formats that include 4", 6", 8", 10", and 12" plus a 4"x8" format and surface bullnose tiles for a finished edge. Full-box quantities and minimums are required when ordering. For detailes on these requirements see the product page or see our A Guide to Choosing the Best Cement Tile for your needs. Classic Cement Tiles are the "goto-line" line if you need your tiles right away for any project. Most patterns found in our catalog are stocked with a well-matched set of coordinating Solid Color Classic tiles all in 8"x8" format. Contact us for inventory, pricing and minimum order requirements.		Mission Tile Patterns & Color Palette You may substitute colors in any Mission Cement Tile pattern using the 60-color Mission palette. Molds are often available for patterns in an 8"x8", 10"x10" and 6"x6" format. Mission Solid Color Tiles are available in square formats that range from 4"x4" to 12"x12", plus rectangular, octagonal and colonial shapes. For sizes, options and pricing, please see Mission Cement Tile Price Guide, or contact us. Tile prices are determined, in part, by color-choice and the number of colors used. In general, dark greens and blues will be more expensive. When ordering, note the order minimums and full-box quantities required found in the product catalog or our Guide to Choosing the Best Cement Tile for your needs.
Classic Cement Tile	Classic Solid Color Cement Tile	Mission Cement Tile	Mission Solid Color Cement Tile
Rustic Cement Tile Pavers These cement tiles have the same rustic look you'll find in traditional clay bisque tiles and pavers from Spain and Mexico. This flexible line of made-to-order floor tiles is available in square and rectangular formats from 2"x2" to 16"x16". Once you've selected the size, you can then choose from our either our Classic or Premium color pallette.		Arabesque Cement Tile Pavers With unique shapes reminiscent of historical Moorish, Spanish and Mexican tiles, these pavers are anything but square. Chose from 6 Classic Bisque colors like Saltillo and Brick Flash for a more traditional look. Or, choose from our 24 Premium colors to create a classic look with a contemporary flair.
Classic Tile Pavers	PremiumTile Pavers	Arabesque Tile Pavers	Arabesque Tile Pavers

Being made of concrete, cement tiles and cement tile floors are extremely durable and may accurately be referred to as concrete tiles. Cement tiles are an eco-friendly green product since they are not kiln-fired. If you need some inspiration or want to see how cement tiles are used, visit our Cement Tile Design Ideas.

Where Can I Install Cement Tiles?

Being made of concrete, cement tiles and cement tile floors are extremely durable and may accurately be referred to as concrete tiles. Cement tiles are an eco-friendly green product since they are not kiln-fired.

Cement Tiles Go by Many Names

Cement tile go by many names. They are made of concrete and called cement tiles to distinguish them from ceramic tiles. Cement Tiles are also commonly called Hydraulic Tiles which describes the manufacturing process -- each tile is hydraulically pressed under high-pressure.

Handcraft Cement Tiles are also called Cuban Tiles (in Florida); Mosaicos Hidraulicos, Ladrilhos Hidraulicos, Baldosas Hidraulicas in Spanish-speaking nations; Carreaux de Ciment or carrelages du ciment (in France and Belgium). Less common names include Portuguese tegels, Barcelona Tile (because they were used by Gaudi in his home city by the same name), Redondo Tile and Mission Tile.

Cement tiles are often mistakenly called Encaustic Tiles or Encaustic Cement Tiles. Encaustic tiles are created with an inlaid pattern of two or more different colors of clay and are more correctly called inlaid tiles.

Cement Tile Customization

Cement tiles can also be customized. For creative, design people, Avente offers Cement Tile Customization Services for tiles in our Cuban Heritage design and Heritage Colors line.

Cement Tile Blog Posts

Avente Tile Talk: Cuban Heritage Cement Tiles featured in This Old House - Sep 22, 2010
On page 37, This Old House features Avente's Cuban Heritage Design 110-2B cement tile for the kitchen backsplash. You can also hop over to Buckminster Green's Gallery. The first three images show different views of this installation.

YouTube Videos about Cement Tiles

Cement Tile - Making Patterned Tile - Mar 2, 2010
Watch cement tiles being made. The pigmented cement is hand-poured into the patterned mold. The mold is removed.