Avente Tile Blog

Ryan Tollefsen, a realtor for Unity Home Group at Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group, shares a mix of what he's been seeing and hearing about tile in the real estate world from both buyers and sellers. Tile has no doubt been one of the most versatile materials a homeowner could ever choose and continues to be popular. He shares some of the new shapes of tile in 2018. 

Out with the old, in with the new.  It's always fun to see what tiles were the top seller's at the end of each year. There are always some surprises - tiles that even we didn't know were that popular.  There are always some classics that never go out of style -- tiles that founded this company on and I'm thrilled to see they still sell well today.  So, out with the old and let's review the popular tile colors and patterns and ring in what might be new for 2018. Trends in Pattern and Color for Tile in 2017 There has been...

Black and white.  It's a classic color combination that can still take your breath away when you see a kitchen backsplash or dining room floor that features tile with patterns in this dramatic, two-tone colorway.  While I embrace color and think cement and encaustic tiles excel in presenting colorful motifs, black and white (and sometimes gray) tiles can capture that gorgeous, handmade old world look that is both sophisticated and simple.  If you are a fan of the high contrast black and white style, here's inspirational eye candy to enjoy.  Most of the installations use cement tile; but, a few also show what glazed ceramic...