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Looking for a high quality Spanish floor tile? Our handmade Rustic Cement Tile offer the same look that you love in Spanish floor tile with a rustic elegance you won't find with a traditionally manufactured bisque tile. Pair these hand-crafted concrete tiles with our hand-painted Spanish decorative tiles and you've got a winning, custom look. The options are limitless for you to create authentic, Spanish elegance and rustic, Old World charm. A Better Spanish Floor Tile Without a doubt, Spanish floor tile provide rustic elegance and Old World charm. Variation in color and shape provide a warm, rustic look that...

With an increased appreciation of vintage and historical patterns or a twist toward contemporary design, it's no wonder large hexagon tile, both plain and patterned, are enjoying the spotlight. Add customization to the factor, and you have Avente Tile's Hexagonal Cement Tile collection! Steeped in a rich history of architectural, design and natural elements, the hexagon is a fundamental shape when it comes to building. The six-sided polygon, which can be found in honeycombs, crystals, snowflakes, and most importantly tile, creates a classic and distinguished look.   Beginning in late 2013, it was evident the hexagon was once again climbing...

Cement tile patterns, perhaps more than any other product, create visually stunning surfaces that will stop you in your tracks. These beautiful handmade tiles can wow you with bold contrasting colors that are unrestrained and unashamed. Alternatively, some cement tile patterns will woo you with soft, muted colors - the pattern almost hidden within similar shades. Whatever cement tile pattern and color palette you are drawn to, you can't help but lean towards these seemingly boundary-free tiles that work so well with any architectural form.    Cement Tile Patterns cement tile patterns are decorative designs on the surface of the...

See how easy it is to a create a cohesive design using similar design motifs and colors from our ceramic and cement tile collections. As part of a recent new-home construction project, our client was able to maintain a contemporary feel throughout her home and still use the traditional tiles she loved. With careful choices and a watchful eye, a cohesive design was achieved by integrating cement tile and ceramic tiles using similar colors and patterns.    Let's look at the recent remodeling project completed by our customer. She wanted to convey a modern yet contemporary feel throughout her home....

A Cuban cement tile backsplash is a popular choice for a kitchen backsplash, wall or wainscot because the tiles add color, pattern, and the appearance of texture or movement. See how one of our customers, Donna Hochberg, used these tiles in a remodel of her Colonial-era home. What you'll notice is how versatile these tiles are and how great they look with the rustic finishes in the home. A Cuban cement tile backsplash was a great choice because it allowed her to customize the colors while creating a unique look that feels right at home.    Donna Hochberg completed a...