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Be floored by hand-crafted decorative cement tiles that will bring lasting beauty to your home Avente Tile was featured in this article on Houzz, November 1, 2015. The author, Janet Dunn, is a Houzz and lifestyle magazine contributor, writer, stylist and interior design enthusiast. She spends time in two beautiful places: the Sunshine Coast and the Southern Highlands. She also edits and writes for Protect Wooli website.     The fascinating art of making cement tiles with multi-coloured inlaid designs has been around for hundreds of years. In many countries, they are often still hand-crafted in the time-honoured way using...

Learn how to lay out a cement tile floor like a pro. When laying cement floor tile - or any floor tile - some basic rules apply and it all starts with a floor plan layout. These rules apply to plain tile, a pattern that covers the entire space or a traditional rug design. The floor plan layout communicates exactly where each tile should be laid, ensures the correct quantity of tiles are purchased, and most importantly, is the first step to a successful installation.   Before ordering tiles, decide how the tile will be installed. There are two basic...

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...