The Journal · Notes from the workshop
Cement tile ideas, guides & inspiration
Design guides, installation know-how and real projects — from the people who press our tile one at a time in San Luis Potosí, Mexico.
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How to Buy Cement Tiles: The Complete Buyer’s Guide for Homeowners, Designers & Contractors
Buying cement tiles for the first time is an exciting decision — and, if you’re not prepared, a…
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Grout Haze Removal: A Guide for Cement & Hydraulic Tiles
You've finished the install, the pattern is finally down, the grout lines are set, and instead of rich…
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Tile Water Absorption a Specifier’s Guide to Performance
You're standing in a tile showroom or reviewing a finish schedule, and the sample board looks settled. The…
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Expansion Joint Installation for Designer Tile Floors
You're usually looking at expansion joints after the pretty decisions are already made. The tile is selected. The…
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Natural Slate Floor Tiles: The Complete 2026 Guide
You're probably looking at a sample board, or a row of showroom panels, trying to decide whether slate…
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Olive Green Tile: A Complete Guide to Design & Materials
You're probably looking at a sample board, a saved image, or an existing room and asking the same…
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Saltillo Tiles vs. Cement Tiles: How to Get the Warmth You Love With Better Performance
If you’ve been searching for Saltillo tiles, you already know what you’re after. That warm, earthy terracotta tone.…
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Sealing Outdoor Tiles: A Pro Guide for Cement & Concrete
You're probably looking at an outdoor space that should feel finished by now. The tile is set. The…
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How to Install Shower Floor Tile Easily in 2026
You've got the shower stripped to the studs, the drain exposed, and a stack of tile samples leaning…
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How to Install Tile Over Tile: Expert Guide 2026
You're probably looking at an old tile floor and thinking the same thing most homeowners and even some…