April | May 31, 2013
Installation Instruction for Terracotta Panel 1. Installation of embedded part The embedded parts should be set before and should be double proofread before the construction of the curtain wall. 2. Measurement and line lying Mark the Horizontal and vertical lines for column using a theodolite or a level 3. Installation of columns Secure columns on […]
April | May 24, 2013
What could be new about something that has been around for more than 4,000 years? When it comes to tile, a lot. During Coverings 2013, the largest tile and stone trade expo in the country, a lot of new tile design are hetting the markeyplace: The biggest style trend now is the look of wood, […]
Becky | May 24, 2013
Instructions 1. Determine the material that comprises the grass pavers. Some pavers contain several materials, while others use mainly concrete, asphalt or plastic. Concrete materials tend to withstand heavy traffic and sunlight better than plastic, while plastic can last longer than asphalt in climates with extreme temperature fluctuations. Plastic is sturdy enough to suffice in […]
Lena | May 24, 2013
Frame a panel of unusually shaped tile. These multi-colored penny rounds add style and interest to a mostly-white kitchen. The blend of contrasting colors creates visual movement, and a dark inner liner adds definition. Doesn’t it look like bubbles are coming from the tea pot? Consider readymade decorative tile features. In an English Tudor kitchen, […]
Claire | May 23, 2013
Mortar is to bricks what nails are to 2-by-4s and what glue is to popsicle sticks–it is the device that holds them all together. Mortar is made up of a combination of Portland cement, lime and sand mixed together with water to create a thick paste. It is the most critical component of brick construction. […]
April | May 17, 2013
Grass Grid is a tough, durable, interlocking grid system designed to provide turf protection, ground reinforcement, and erosion control. Manufactured from 100% recycled plastics and providing superior water drainage, this revolutionary system provides an economical and environmentally sustainable alternative to asphalt or paving. Unbeatable benefits & features: Quick and easy to install Extremely […]
Claire | May 17, 2013
Mosaic tile coasters can be made at home with just a few supplies. Whip up a funky set of mosaic coasters designed by you to give as a gift, or to place on your coffee table. Use any colors of tile you like to customize the coasters to match your furnishings and your personal tastes […]
Becky | May 17, 2013
When you tile a floor, you’ll usually tile from wall to wall on all sides, so you won’t have to worry about how to edge the tiled area. But you’ll have to address the issue in some circumstances—a partially tiled foyer, for example, where the tiled area stops a few feet in from the doorway […]
Claire | May 10, 2013
As we change our views about what’s practical, responsible and contemporary in landscape design, permeable paving has come to the forefront of hardscaping techniques. Paving that allows water to penetrate soil is not a new concept, but after years of cementing and tarring over soil we’ve come to realize that there are better ways to […]
Becky | May 10, 2013
How to buy ceramic floor tile with excellent quality and reasonable price? When selecting kitchen and bathroom tiles, there are few basic principles to follow. 1.Determine Proper tile style Choose a suitable tile design style is the very first and important step in house decoration, which plays a decisive role. The tile color and its […]
