Feb 08, 2024     Welcome to another insightful episode from Tile Mart University, where we delve deep into the essentials of planning and executing your tile projects with precision and creativity. In this episode, "I've Picked My Tile, Now What?", Julie Ireland,...

Jan 23, 2024 Julee Ireland emphasizes the benefits of large format tiles, particularly in porcelain, for modern interior design. These larger-than-standard tiles offer a sleek, contemporary look, with fewer grout lines for a cleaner appearance. They are durable and low maintenance, suitable for high-traffic areas, and provide the luxurious look of natural stone or marble at a fraction of the cost. This makes them an appealing choice for both aesthetic and budgetary reasons in both home and commercial spaces. Explore the Large Format collection for design ideas.

Jan 16, 2024 Julee Ireland traces the rich history of subway tiles back to their inception in the early 20th century for the New York City subway. She praises the original 3x6 design by Christopher Grant La Farge and George C. Heins for its clean, bright appearance, which led to its widespread popularity due to ease of maintenance, simple installation, and stain resistance. Julee also demonstrates the versatility of these tiles with various patterns using our Basics 3x6 Tile and Cloe 2.5x8 Tile. From the texture-rich Basketweave to the space-enhancing Horizontal Stack and the contemporary Vertical Stack, she shows how each design can dramatically transform any space, bringing a slice of NYC subway style into modern interiors.