Slate is a popular flooring choice for kitchens, entry ways, and bathrooms. We see slate in these rooms in shelter magazines and on blogs quite a bit. Slate is a durable stone surface that can hold up to heavy traffic. This is exactly why slate can be used to create a beautiful dining space which [...]
Often times, we tend to take for granted the outdoor part of our house, like the patio and deck. But just like any part of our home, it deserves a lot of attention, as it still adds to the beauty and overall appeal. A great material to use for outdoor flooring is tile. It is [...]
If you are looking to give your home a more luxurious look, you can go for porcelain tiles. The use of porcelain tiles is an emerging trend in interior design. Porcelain tiles are actually a type of ceramic tile. They are composed of clay, quartz and water. However, they are blazed at different temperatures and [...]
If you are mesmerized, or just plain confused, by all of the flooring choices available for modern homes, you might be ready to give up and just pick something out of frustration. Before you do, consider a few things that can narrow your choices down considerably. What is your lifestyle? If you have children or [...]
Are you considering porcelain but not sure about its advantages and disadvantages? Let’s take a look. Porcelain at first glance seems much the same as ceramic tile. However, the higher price exists for a reason. The materials and firing temperatures used for porcelain tile make the final product much more durable, moisture-resistant and frost-resistant. With [...]
When you’re making tile selections, ceramic tile provides the most variety. From the rough handmade unglazed tile shown in this photo to very sophisticated glazed tiles with embossed designs, ceramic can meet almost any tile need. Ceramic tile varies in hardness and texture. Many tiles have slip-proof materials embedded in the glaze to make them [...]
Deciding to use tile only starts you on the process of choosing your home’s options. There are so many kinds of tile, and each has its special appeal and challenges. Let’s take a look at your choices, starting with glass tile. Glass is a relatively new material for tile. It’s more common in contemporary homes, [...]
bookstaircase, To have this many books!!!
How fun for a little girl!
Great color combination, orange and blue. Interior design Erin Valencich.
