Tile Care Tips - Atlas Marble & Tile

Understanding Tile Ratings: What You Need to Know

Color Fire On March 26, 2024 / DIY Guides, Tile Care

When it comes to selecting tile for your home, there’s more to consider than color and design. Tiles have varying levels of durability and suitability for different applications. This is where the PEI (Porcelain Enamel Institute) rating system is particularly useful. Factors such as moisture exposure and slip resistance should also be considered when selecting tiles for specific projects. Understanding tile ratings may seem like an added complexity to your project, but rest assured, it’s relatively straightforward.

Tile and Grout Restoration: Bringing Old Tiles Back to Life

Color Fire On December 27, 2023 / DIY Guides, Tile Care

We know we are in the business of selling tiles but at Atlas Marble & Tile, we take pride in offering top-quality tiles. This means they are designed for long-last durability. However, that doesn’t mean they don’t require some regular maintenance. Over time, tiles in your home can lose their luster and grout can get discolored or wear down. But unless you are looking for an entirely new tile design or aesthetic, you don’t necessarily have to rip everything out. You can look into tile and grout restoration to bring them back to life. Let’s talk about what it involves and it’s benefits.

Splash into Cleanliness: Five Tile Maintenance Tips for Everlasting Sparkle!

Color Fire On August 16, 2023 / DIY Guides, Tile Care

Splash into cleanliness with five tile maintenance tips for everlasting sparkle! Tiles, those shiny little squares that effortlessly glam up your home, deserve all the love they can get! From kitchens to bathrooms, tiles are the unsung heroes that add character and beauty to our spaces. But, just like any superstar, they need proper care to maintain their dazzling allure.

How Atlas Can Help With Your Tile Design

Color Fire On April 17, 2023 / Design Trends, Tile Care

Atlas Tile designers will help you with your designing and planning and the layout of tiles for your home or commercial space. Atlas can help with your tile design ideas by selecting the type, color, size, and pattern of tiles that best suit the style and functionality of your space. Getting help with your tile design can save you time and money by ensuring the correct installation and materials. Read on to learn what our professional tile designers can do for you.

How to Care for Tile & Keep Them Looking Like New

Color Fire On October 17, 2022 / Tile Care

Many homeowners love tile because it’s a durable and low-maintenance material that looks great pretty much anywhere. However, people often misconstrue “low-maintenance” to mean “no-maintenance” when that is not the case. Follow these simple at-home tips to care for tiles and keep them looking brand new.

How Long Do Backsplash Tiles Last & When Do You Need to Replace Them?

Color Fire On September 29, 2022 / Tile Care

Backsplashes are a standard design feature in homes these days. And while tile has been around for a very long time, the modern backsplash is a more recent creation. While the exact origins are debatable, we know the popularity of backsplashes coincides with the advent of running water in homes. Many homeowners in the 1930s wanted a way to protect their walls, hence the emergence of the tile backsplash.

Why Using Porcelain Tile is Better than Ceramic Tile in Outdoor Kitchens

Color Fire On May 17, 2022 / DIY Guides, Tile Care

Tiling is a popular flooring solution in the world of construction. It’s hard to picture a home without any ceramic or porcelain tile. The popularity spills over to outdoor living spaces such as kitchens, decks, and patios. Unfortunately, contrary to popular opinion, ceramic tile does not perform well outside. Read on to learn why porcelain tiles are better options for outdoor kitchens.

Why Tile? Top Reasons You Should Consider Tiling

Color Fire On April 21, 2022 / Tile Care

Tiles remain one of the most sought-after flooring solutions for most home remodeling projects. Available in a range of materials, colors, patterns, and styles, tiling can help create a stylish, modern, and aesthetic finish for your home. The severe housing shortage amidst record-high prices means more homeowners prefer to update their existing properties rather than move or upgrade to new construction. Choosing tiles presents an exciting way to create an instant wow factor for your DIY project.

Marble Flooring Pros & Cons – All You Need to Know

Color Fire On September 8, 2020 / Tile Care

Marble has been a popular building material for the better part of a millennium. Actually two. We can actually thank the Greeks, as that is when we think the first marble was used in construction. Still, in 2020, marble is prized for its elegance and style. While it may have been the material of choice for kings and queens, it now can be incorporated into any household. It can be used as countertops, wall tiles, and flooring. Marble flooring offers an instant elevation of appearance. If you are considering installing marble floors, here is what you need to know.

The Most Durable Tile for Pets and Kids

Color Fire On August 26, 2020 / Tile Care

When it comes time to select your home flooring material, we’re willing to bet ‘durability’ ranks high on your list of essential qualities. Especially if you are a busy parent raising young, energetic kids. Or, a pet owner who can’t stop chasing muddy paws around the house. That’s where tile flooring comes in. Known for its strength and cleanability, tile is the superior choice for homes with children and pets.

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