Fireplace Tile Ideas: Why Now is the Time to Update Your Fireplace

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The weather is finally getting warmer, and your thoughts are probably drifting into spring, summer, and outdoor activities. You may have already cleaned and closed off your fireplace for the season, with no reason to consider cozy evenings by the fire until the weather turns cold again. However, now is the perfect time to focus on your fireplace – or at least a fireplace remodel, since you won’t be firing it up for a while. Remodeling your fireplace is simpler than you think with the use of fireplace tiles – and there are so many possibilities to choose from!

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2 Atlas Customer Tile Projects We Love

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2 Atlas Customer Tile Projects We Love As a provider of tile and marble, we don’t always get to see the final projects. We sell tile for contractors and homeowners alike. So, when we get to see our tile in local Maryland homes, it’s awesome. That is

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Beautiful Tile Transformations for Your Foyer

Many people choose to use carpet or laminate flooring for their foyer and entryway, but what about tile? Using tiles in a decorative way in any part of your home is a great way to transform your space. There are benefits to using tile as flooring, other than creative freedom. These amazing tile transformations aren’t just beautiful. They are practical too.

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5 Tile Installation Ideas You’ll Love

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Sure – tile ideas for the kitchen and the bathroom are aplenty. However, you don’t necessarily need to stick to those tile installations when it comes to designing the home of your dreams. Whether you’re looking for a custom mosaic piece of art or want to think even further outside the box, tile presents a fun medium to work with. You already know that you can use tile on a variety of surfaces throughout your home. However, most people limit the use of backsplashes, showers, walls, and flooring. If you’re looking for some fun and creative ways to utilize this medium throughout your home, then you’ll love these fun and unique tile installation ideas!

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Incorporating the 2021 Pantone Color of the Year in Kitchen and Bathroom Tiles

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For over 20 years, Pantone has chosen its Color of the Year, which continues to influence multiple industries. Industries such as fashion, design, and home furnishings often adopt the color. It even plays a role in home renovations. Needless to say, the chosen 2021 Pantone Color of the Year will be no exception. Two gorgeous colors made the cut for the coming year – Ultimate Gray and Illuminating.

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Bold, Blue Tile Backsplashes That We Love

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While many might be tempted to keep their tile neutral in color, we are here to say let’s go bold! In particular, let’s go bold with blues. It’s a great way to add a splash of color or achieve a coastal vibe in your home. You can find a diverse blue color palette on tiles with aquas, teals, and soft turquoise colors. They come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and finishes for bathrooms and kitchens. Not sure how that would look? We have put together three inspirations of bold blue tile backsplashes that we think you’ll love just as much as we do.

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6 Popular Tile Colors & How They Can Change Your Mood

Have you ever walked into a room and quickly noticed a shift in your mood? Were you overcome with a sense of calm and relaxation? Did you feel joyful and energized? Or, were you suddenly stressed out and overwhelmed? Interestingly, your specific emotions may have something to do with the color of the room, including paint and tile colors. In fact, colors have been scientifically proven to have psychological impacts on our mood, behaviors, and stress levels.

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Marble Flooring Pros & Cons – All You Need to Know

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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.

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The Most Durable Tile for Pets and Kids

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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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