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Many homeowners dream of having an elegant at-home bar to entertain guests. If you are designing an at-home bar area from the ground up in a new home, or just remodeling a current bar area that is out of date, it’s time to consider the best bar tile design ideas, and how they can elevate…

When renovating a small kitchen, the goal is to not only create a smart and stylish space, but to also include as many kitchen conveniences as possible. Therefore, you’ll need to take advantage of every square foot and consider every opportunity to add visual excitement. Actually, small kitchen makeovers are ideal for adding small details…

Choosing the proper tile and design for your home can be complicated. This is because you have to take the rest of your decor into account, as well as your personal preferences and style. Moreover, tile colors can also play a major role in your mood. Although many people think of style as more of…

Have you ever noticed some fireplaces seem to be wrapped in what appears to be a single piece of stone? That may have been an example of large format porcelain tile. This durable and beautiful material has been used for thousands of years all across the world. Modern manufacturing techniques have super-sized the tile, resulting…

While minimalism designs have been a very popular choice for homeowners lately, recently this has been applied to tile and has become a trend that many people are starting to take note of. Previous to the surge in popularity, many designs were geared towards more understated aesthetics. It is quite opposite with maximalism. This bold…

When it comes to choosing the best tiles and tile designs for your bathrooms, kitchens and other areas, you have plenty of options. Nevertheless, no matter how trendy a particular style of tiles may be, if it’s not in line with your personal style, you will not be happy with it. With that in mind,…

Many people find themselves not knowing what to clean ceramic tile floors with. You want to clean the dirt, germs and grime away without destroying the finish of the tile. How do I clean my tile floor, you ask? At Standard Tile, we have worked with and sold tile for over 100 years. Rest assured…

Although purple is not the first color that comes to mind when looking for new tile, this versatile tile can be creative and elegant. The most popular purple tile options are royal purple for a more classy look or lavender for a calming, pastel feeling. One major advantage of purple is that not every home…

Most of a household’s life revolves around the kitchen. You prepare meals in the kitchen, clean up in the kitchen and even entertain in the kitchen. Because families spend so much time there, having a pleasant kitchen that expresses your personality can lift your mood and improve your home’s aesthetic. One way to perk up…

Oftentimes, yellow tile can give a home an outdated look if it is not done properly. However, designers and homeowners alike have found ways to bring in a bright pop of yellow tile while keeping the home modern and stylish. The vivid pallet of yellow tile naturally infuses a sunny, happy disposition and can immediately…