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The Same Pattern Creates a Different Look

Take a look at these two photos. On the surface the tiles couldn’t be more different, but if you look closer you will notice that both have the exact tile pattern. The feel of a floor has to do with the choice of tile as much as the tile’s design. The tile floor on the [...]

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Laundry Room Smarts

Laundry rooms are growing in size and scope. Instead of a simple space holding a washer and dryer and maybe a tub, laundry rooms may have extra storage, pull down ironing boards and space for other uses such as paying household bills or sewing and crafts. This small but bright room is an ideal setting [...]

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Thinking Condo?

Different home choices work well at various times in your life. For a number of empty nesters, now may be the time to transition from the large family home in the suburbs to a comfortable urban condo. Great views, low maintenance and easy walking access to amenities make this decision a popular one. If you’re [...]

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Beautiful Fire Beautiful Floor

Fireplaces add a lovely touch to any room, and they can work well with your beautiful floors if you take a few precautions when you install them. This fireplace does everything right. To begin, it was installed with a tile surround and hearth to catch any stray sparks or spilled ashes. Tile provides an easy [...]

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A Romantic Indoor Picnic

With work, children and the general priorities of life, often romance gets pushed aside. As we head toward Valentine’s Day, let’s consider how to create a romantic afternoon or evening – to celebrate a relationship whether it’s a holiday, anniversary, or just an opportunity to remind your honey that you appreciate him or her. How [...]

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Choosing Vinyl Works

Question: I grew up with vinyl floors in the kitchen and I want to put vinyl in our new home, but I worry that it won’t look right with the other upscale options I have planned. Can I get my vinyl while making sure my kitchen still looks nice? Answer: If you take a look [...]

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Three Things to Consider Before Choosing Modern Flooring

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 [...]

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Common Decorating Mistakes

Common decorating mistakes are made time and time again. This post will point out common mistakes so you can avoid making them and rendering the ones already made in your home. If you don’t love it, Leave it!: Do not use something that you don’t love. Just because something has been inherited or gifted and [...]

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Ask Pete The Pro

Here at Century Tile, we have our own expert available to you online. You can ask Pete the Pro any types of questions you may have regarding your flooring. He provides a list of frequently asked questions 24/7. If you cannot find your question on his list, you can click to send him an email. [...]

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Tile 101: Porcelain Tile

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 [...]

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