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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Bathroom Remodel Tile Ideas That Inspire
Tile isn’t just a waterproof surface in your bathroom—it’s the artistic soul of the entire design. Think of…
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Subway Tile Layout Patterns A Definitive Design Guide
Subway tile layouts are more than just a grid—they’re a way to give your space a totally custom…
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Kitchen Floor Tile Patterns: Inspiring Ideas for Your Space
Picking the right pattern for your kitchen floor does more than just cover the ground—it sets the entire…
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Restaurant Tile Flooring: How to Choose Cement Tiles That Look Iconic and Perform in High-Traffic Dining Spaces
Restaurant Tile Flooring A restaurant floor has one job that no moodboard ever mentions: survive real service. It…
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Kitchen Backsplash Design Ideas to Transform Your Space
The best kitchen backsplashes aren’t just functional—they’re the centerpiece of the whole room. They use bold patterns, rich…
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How to Clean Travertine Floors Without Damaging Them
If there's one golden rule for cleaning travertine floors, it's this: never use acidic or harsh chemical cleaners.…
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Custom Tile Reproduction: How Original Mission Tile Reproduces Any Vintage Tile Pattern
How Original Mission Tile Reproduces Any Vintage Tile Pattern (Without Losing the Soul of the Original) Vintage tile…
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Your Essential Guide to Pool Tile Cleaning
When you hear “pool tile cleaning,” you might picture someone just scrubbing away at the waterline. But it’s…
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A Practical Guide to Clean Ceramic Tile Like a Pro
The secret to floors that always look freshly cleaned isn’t spending hours on your hands and knees scrubbing.…
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A Practical Guide to Cracked Grout Repair for Flawless Tiles
Cracked grout isn’t just a cosmetic annoyance; it’s an open invitation for trouble. Ignoring those little fractures allows…
