Ceramic Sentence Examples

It mixed with the rain to drip pink puddles on the ceramic floor.

Awata-yaki is the best known among the ceramic productions of Kiflto.

Ceramic pots are made of earthen material.

Tc such a depth of debasement had the ceramic art fallen in Owari, that before the happy renaissance of the past ten years, Nagoya discredited itself by employing porcelain as a base for cloisonn enamelling.

Japan, on the contrary, owes her ceramic distinction in the main to her faience.

Its only notable production of a ceramic character was the work of Miura Kenya (1830-1843), who followed the methods of the celebrated Haritsu (I 6881704) of KiOto in decorating plain or lacquered wood with mosaics of raku faience having colored glazes.

It is therefore an error to assert that KiOto has no longer a title to be called a great ceramic centre.

At a considerable depth below the foundations of a temple-palace at Teotihuacan, Dr Lehmann discovered certain ceramic fragments of a type quite different from any hitherto classed as Mexican.

In the various ceramic arts Italy was once unrivalled, but the ancient tradition for a long time lost its primeval impulse.

For the ceramic art admirable material was at hand in the district north-west of the Acropolis.

The feldspar of a splendid pegmatite and its products of disintegration on the borders of Owari, Mino and Mikawa form the raw material of the very extensive ceramic industry of this district, with its chief place, Seto.

In its early days the ceramic industry of this province owed something to the assistance of Korean experts who settled there after the expedition of 1592.

But their skill as decorators was as great as its range was wide, and they produced a multitude of masterpieces on which alone Japans ceramic fame might safely be rested.

TokyO was never a centre of ceramic production.

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The fresco-paintings, ceramic motives, reliefs, free sculpture and toreutic handiwork of Crete have supplied the clearest proof of it, confirming the impression already created by the goldsmiths' and painters' work of the Greek mainland (Mycenae, Vaphio, Tiryns).

The Aegean remains have become astonishingly uniform over the whole area; the local ceramic developments have almost ceased and been replaced by ware of one general type both of fabric and decoration.

In this neighbourhood were found a great number of tombs containing vases of all periods, which furnish a marvellous record of the development of Attic ceramic art.

Wood-carving also flourished here in the 15th and 16th centuries, and so also did the ceramic art, though few of its products are preserved.

The ceramic history of Babylonia and Assyria has unfortunately not yet been traced; at Susa alone has the care demanded by the modern methods of archaeology been as yet expended on examining and separating the pottery found in the excavations, and Susa is not Babylonia.

CeramicsAll research proves that up to the 12th century of the Christian era the ceramic ware produced in Japan was of a very rude character.

In the I3th century, however, the introduction 01 tea from China, together with vessels for infusing and serving it revealed to the Japanese a new conception of ceramic possibilities for the potters of the Middle Kingdom had then (Sung dynasty) fully entered the road which was destined to carry them ultimately to a high pinnacle of their craft.

Specimens of the latter are still preserved in European collections, where they are classed as genuine examples of Japanese ceramic art, though beyond question their style of decoration was greatly influenced by Dutch interference.

The ceramic art in Satsuma owed much to the aid of a number of Korean experts who settled there after the return of the Japanese forces from Korea.

Seto, in fact, acquired such a widespread reputation for its ceramic productions that the term seto-mono (Seto article) came to be used generally for all pottery and porcelain, just as China is in the West.

So, too, the blue-and-white porcelain of Hirado, though assisted by exceptional tenderness of sous-pdte color, by milk-white glaze, by great beauty of decorative design, and often by an admirable use of the modelling or graving tool, represents a ceramic achievement palpably below the soft paste kai-pien-yao of King-te-chen.

The Japanese, although they obtained from their neighbor almost everything of value she had to give them, did not know this wonderful ware, and their ignorance is in itself sufficient to prove their ceramic inferiority.

All students of the ceramic art know that the monochrome porceMonochro- lains of China owe their beauty to the fact that the;afic t color is in the glaze, not under it.

In the nearly unexplored central part of Nicaragua Dr Lehmann found fragments of painted polychrome clay pottery similar to objects known from the Ulloa Valley (Honduras) amongst other ceramic pieces which seem to have been left by the ancestors of the Sumo Indians, now extinct in that territory.

The original furniture of the palace is represented by the celebrated vase of the Alhambra, a splendid specimen of Moorish ceramic art, dating from 1 3 20, and belonging to the first period of Moorish porcelain.

In his hands Sevres became the leading porcelain factory in Europe, and the researches of an able band of assistants enabled him to lay the foundations of ceramic chemistry.

Porcelain is the name of a type of ceramic ware which is characterized by a translucent body and is also loosely used for the finer kinds of ware, popularly known as chinaware.

When annealed and cooled, the canes are cut into thin cross-sections and arranged on a ceramic kiln batt - see objects on table.

A second database includes (for Region 8) information about all the Graeco-Roman ceramic beehives that we found.

If you are using ceramic briquettes, allow them to cool and then turn them upright again.

Ceramic and glass objects can be dusted using a soft sable brush, holding the object with one hand.

The Classic Deluxe comes with seven burners including a triple ring wok burner and ceramic multi-zone, in addition to the five gas burners.

Why do multilayer ceramic capacitors crack or burst into flames?

Many ceramic capacitors of high value show random small variations in value.

Ceramic Paws at Holme Grange Craft Village provides a peaceful countryside location - ideal for painting ceramic Paws at Holme Grange Craft Village provides a peaceful countryside location - ideal for painting ceramics.

This sealed a yellowish-brown sandy clay with inclusions of charcoal and ceramic building material interpreted as a layer of overburden (C1147 ).

The newly fitted kitchen has a dishwasher, microwave, ceramic hob, electric oven, fridge with freezer compartment.

This work includes functional materials (electrical devices and catalysts) and structural materials in the form of ceramic composites.

The ceramic particles in dental restorative composites are coated with a silane coupling agent to improve their adhesion to the resin matrix.

The Cooking Pot has a solid base and is suitable for heating on all hobs, including ceramic and halogen cookers.

Produced by Dometic under their Cramer brand, the ceramic cooktop is a sealed unit, with automatic ignition and four burner positions.

Ceramic tiles should be thoroughly degreased, rinsed and allowed to dry.

Also Required dental Technician perform ceramic crowns & bridge & perform cast partial dentures.

Kirstie Reynolds is a ceramic and jewelry designer maker from Oxfordshire.

Further research interests are in the rheology of colloidal ceramic dispersions.

Ceramic tile, stainless steel, or sheetrock painted with high gloss enamel meet this requirement.

The beads were made from a ceramic called faience that usually is blue.

There is a wide range of magnetic ceramic materials, of which true ferrites are only one group of structures exhibiting ferromagnetic behavior.

Make a digital photographic record of items of special significance (e.g. bone tools, ceramic figurines ).

For the most popular artifacts such as ceramic color standards and neutral density filters, streamlined procedures give a fast turn-around.

A superb, very usable coat rack with the hard to find large hooks with black ceramic finials.

The ceramic spheres each have a vacuum inside, similar to a mini Thermos flask.

There are double glazed French doors to the patio and garden, wall lights, television point, ceramic flooring and a telephone point.

We specialize in tea towels, kitchen textiles, paper, ceramic and melamine giftware featuring your own artwork or a design.. .

Ceramic Plates hand painted and trimmed in 24k gold.

Kitchen area fully equipped with ceramic hob, electric oven, fridge, microwave.

The metals are deposited as thin layers onto a ceramic honeycomb.

All the dishes are served in huge brilliantly colored ceramic bowls of varying hues - I just love that sort of thing!

This should prove to be a wonderfully humorous and impressive Ceramic Showcase for all.

Ceramic spark plugs, which are electrical insulators, have had a large impact on society.

Therefore, soft ferrites, which are ceramic insulators, become the most desirable material.

One of these, a ceramic jug, has a ballad, ' The Greenwich Pensioner ' printed on its sides.

Price per pair.; Finished with a glazed ceramic knob mounted onto a chrome back plate.

Quarry or Ceramic tiles Follow the basic requirements above, using a latex leveling compound to fill the joints between the tiles.

Another thing, forget about ceramic magnets on your speakers, to be Fifties you'll need the good ole blue cobalt stuff.

The powerful curved ceramic ferrite magnets contained in Aquamag produce a super field of high magnetic flux.

Stoichiometry, doping, defect chemistry and also ceramic microstructure often control ferroelectric properties in bulk materials.

A ceramic mosaic of special design covered the floor of the new vestibule and the entrance was an ornate display of early English Architecture.

A GRANT given to Stepney Green School by the New Deal for Communities Committee is going toward a ceramic mural reflecting community life.

They would dip the nibs into the ceramic inkwells at the front of their desks.

Pull Your Weight will give children aged five and up the chance to decorate ceramic paperweights like the ones Dickens would have used.

Ground floor is ceramic tiled and upper floor is solid wood parquet.

Its domed ceramic roof covers covers a giant sports pavilion, designed for a variety of sporting competitions...

The ceramic is a fine-grained mixture including barium titanate and similar materials with a high permittivity.

Sourcing There are several different ways in which ceramic petrology can help to demonstrate the source of pottery.

The underneath of this roof, i.e. the roof ceiling will now have a mix of cane showing and red ceramic plates.

Made of ceramic, they are lovingly hand painted to eye pleasing d. .

The ceramic pots by Grayson Perry are usually considered shocking, both for the way they are made and for what they portray.

The entire range uses the latest and highest quality ceramic cartridges for an easy to use and highly reliable operation.

The feature has been allocated to this phase since it contained mainly residual Roman ceramic as well as Ipswich Ware and Northern Maxey Ware.

Dateable material included residual Period 2 to Period 7 ceramic and a sherd of Cistercian Ware.

Baud rate is determined by the speed of the ceramic resonator or crystal attached to the microcontroller.

Women's problems and expectations have been explored in her recent exhibition of ceramic sculptures at the Dorman Museum, Middlesbrough.

Ceramic tiled floor, fitted shelving, window to rear.

I think I can answer some of these questions by considering the behavior of garden slugs living on a hard ceramic floor.

Both structural and functional (e.g., electroceramic) ceramic precursor sols are being produced and characterized.

The high signal to noise ratio in alumina fluorescence spectra is not achieved in the true Raman spectra developed by other types of ceramic.

A doping strategy will be evaluated for a selected ceramic such as partially or fully stabilized zirconia.

Wonder if anyone's tried replicating the thing using ceramic superconductors and then cooling the thing off with liquid nitrogen to see what happens.

Individually numbered and dated, this highly collectible ceramic teapot holds four cups of tea.

Floor finishes consist mainly of pre-cast terrazzo paving with areas of ceramic tiles, vinyl and carpets.

The tiles and ceramic tesserae used in the mosaics were made at the factory, but the deep red tesserae used in the mosaics were made at the factory, but the deep red tesserae were imported.

The tiles and ceramic tesserae used in the mosaics were made at the factory, but the deep red tesserae were imported.

Full height ceramic wall tiling, ceramic tiled floor, vertical chrome towel radiator.

The family of ferroelectric ceramic materials such as barium titanate and lead zirconate titanate (PZT) were developed in the 1940s.

To the south of, and between the two ceramic vessels, was a complete glass unguent bottle.

Well-lit displays feature archeological finds from Kition, including a ceramic collection with alabaster vases, tools, coins and lamps.

Ceramic bathroom vanity units and designer washstands are ideal when searching for a bathroom addition that will last.

Come and paint pottery at the Cornmill Ceramic Cafe everyone welcome, have loads of fun and let your creativity flow.

This arrangement was derived for the reduction in corrosion properties within the cell through the use of the ceramic yttria stabilized zirconia.

Pictorial art of a purely indigenous character, whether on ceramic material or plaster, made great strides, and from ceramic forms we may legitimately infer also a high skill in metallurgy.

This Makuzu faience, produced by the now justly celebrated Miyagawa ShOzan of Ota (near Yokohama), survives in the form of vases and pots having birds, reptiles, flowers, crustacea and so forth plastered over the surfacespecimens that disgrace the period of their manufacture, and represent probably the worst aberration of Japanese ceramic conception.

Most restorative dentists have placed pressed ceramic crowns, and the esthetic success has been excellent (6).

The shiny black ceramic granite cladding to Brand Street makes reference to the contemporary riverfront buildings which are injecting life back into the area.

Ceramic tiles designed by the calculations of scattering coefficients have been installed for the sidewalls of a 400-seat concert hall.

Women 's problems and expectations have been explored in her recent exhibition of ceramic sculptures at the Dorman Museum, Middlesbrough.

I have a car showroom floor to tile that has a ceramic tile floor already.

Empress 2 consists of lithium disilicate glass ceramic as framework material (Figure 12) which is then coated with sintered glass ceramic.

Since a diffusion bond is also formed between the superalloy substrate and bond coat, the protective ceramic layers adhere to the metal substrate.

Wonder if anyone 's tried replicating the thing using ceramic superconductors and then cooling the thing off with liquid nitrogen to see what happens.

Ceramic tableware - Lisa Marklew Salt & Pepper pots - Shona Carnegie Many items will provoke the question, Is it functional or ornamental?

I 'm sitting on Sue 's worktop in pride of place, on a white ceramic teapot stand.

Complimentary ceramic tiling to splash back and exposed areas.

Partial ceramic tiling to walls, radiator, textured ceiling with inset extractor fan.

The heart shaped cream ceramic trinket box says " Just Married " on the top, with a pair of love doves.

Results Rapid developments in ceramic typologies and methods of dating have now made it possible to map with confidence landscape activity over time.

Stoneware is a highly fired and almost vitrified ceramic composed of clay and sand coated with a salt glaze.

Come and paint pottery at the Cornmill Ceramic Cafe Everyone welcome, have loads of fun and let your creativity flow.

Zirconia Overview Zirconia is an ionic ceramic, zirconium oxide.

The sample was mechanically polished and mounted by means of a zirconium silicate ceramic cement.

Look for ceramic and wooden ladybugs to place around the room.

Pacifier clips are available in plastic, ceramic and even cloth, so why use a silver pacifier clip?

Choose from hand-painted, porcelain crosses that feature the name of the child as well as the date of the baptism, silver crosses, ceramic crosses, cross necklaces and bracelets, and more.

Table lamps can be made of brass, wood, brushed aluminum, wrought iron, ceramic and even glass.

Ceramic knives cannot be sharpened, which may be a big problem over time.

Find ceramic and steel blades, Asian knives, cutting boards and knife blocks.

Catalytic combustion wood stoves work to produce heat with exhaust gasses passed through a ceramic honeycomb inside the stove.

It's dishwasher safe, made from commercial-grade aluminized steel, and coated with Swiss Goldtouch ceramic non-stick coating that's not supposed to chip, scratch, or peel.

The term "glazed" refers to the outer finish given to many ceramic pet food dishes.

Unglazed ceramic or stoneware dishes can easily trap small particles of food along their rough exteriors, thereby encouraging the breeding of harmful bacteria.

Rasco of NYC is a well known supplier of luxury doggy dishes, but who's to say that these incredibly adorned ceramic canine bowls can't be every bit as appropriate for your tasteful kitty?

At work, use a metal or ceramic mug instead of plastic or anything that is otherwise disposable.

First of all, switch from clear plastic food containers to glass, ceramic or stainless steel.

The uranium that is used in the reactor to create the nuclear energy must be mined, transported, contained in ceramic pellets, and packed into tubes which are brought to the reactor.

Select a natural stone floor in slate, quartzite or travertine, or a porcelain or ceramic floor that mimics natural stone for easier maintenance.

Finish the room with soft, neutral or earthy wall color and a backsplash made of either natural stone tiles, handmade ceramic tiles or unglazed terracotta tiles.

Recycled glass, polished granite squares, metal and a mixture of ceramic, glass or stone mosaics are the perfect choices for the backsplash.

Take in Clay and Ceramic Pots -- Clay and ceramic containers will crack if allowed to remain outside in the freezing and thawing weather.

Maintain a bird feeder and if you've taken in your ceramic birdbath, put out a plastic container of water for the birds.

The wood floors can continue throughout the home or they can be accompanied by natural stone, slate or ceramic tile.

Tuscan kitchen design is characterized by the use of ceramic and rough-textured tile, stone counters, wood furniture, and a cheerful, bright ambience.

Rough stucco walls or limed-washed complement sleek patterned ceramic tile borders, back-splashes, and polished stone countertops.

Tile - Ceramic and clay tile is another important element in a Tuscan kitchen.

Practical Tuscan kitchen accessories like potted herbs, olive oil bottles, and ceramic canisters are functional as well as beautiful.

Colorful ceramic accessories and earthenware objects are often displayed on mantles, shelving units, or above kitchen cabinetry.

The other top choice for Mediterranean style flooring is to use ceramic, stone, or terracotta tile.

These elegant beauties are often made of ceramic or alabaster glass and feature curvy profiles which will add a little femininity without too much frill.

Hand-painted ceramic or porcelain table lamps are another terrific lighting choice.

You can establish a room's rural motif with rustic floors in wooden planks, stone, or ceramic tiles.

Wooden cabinetry is frequently accessorized with wrought iron hardware, and countertops are adorned with woven baskets and vibrant ceramic pieces.

However, if you want to complete the look, wood or ceramic floors can work wonders for a room.

However, if you love the look of color, there are many beautiful ceramic tile designs and colors to choose from.

Old world Europe featured rich pottery, classic wrought iron, brilliant ceramic dishes and tiles, and pewter and copper pieces.

Consider adding glass, terrazzo, ceramic, marble, and even teak in the bathroom.

Many houses built today come with wall-to-wall carpeting because it's cheaper than ceramic tile or hardwood floor.

You may have hardwood floors or ceramic tile floors where floor pillows can help make your family more comfortable when playing games on the floor.

A brushed or polished stainless steel will provide a more modern design, while warm bronze or copper tiles combined with classic ceramic tiles and traditional color schemes add timeless style to a bath.

Because metal tiles can be a little more expensive than ceramic or glass, it is best to keep the metal to a backsplash area or a single wall.

You can also use metal tiles as accents in between ceramic, granite or marble.

For a more classic design scheme choose flat finished glass tiles and intersperse them with ceramic or marble.

Ceramic tiles are still the most widely used by homeowners because there is such an amazing array of styles, colors and sizes to choose from.

Ceramic is also the least expensive option available.

Many homeowners choose to play it safe with neutral-hued ceramic tiles, but adding a few accents here and there can make your bathroom a much more interesting space.

If you're updating your bathroom or your kitchen backsplash, consider using hand painted decorative ceramic tiles to personalize the space.

Hand painted, decorative ceramic tiles have been around for centuries.

If you are looking for some wall décor for a kitchen or for a bathroom, consider using decorative hand painted ceramic tiles.

You can create a centerpiece for your table or for the serving table or buffet by using two or three ceramic bunnies.

Use green Easter basket grass to create a bed of grass for the figurines, place ceramic, wood or dyed Easter eggs about the grass.

If your ceramic bunnies are whimsical you may want to create colorful bonnets to tie underneath their chins with a big bow.

Next, you can either use ceramic or wood eggs.

If you have a collection of ceramic rabbits, used them for your centerpiece runner.

If copper isn't your choice of metal, then opt for a customized ceramic range hood.

Glass tiles, stone and ceramic combine to form murals of bamboo, birds, shimmering rainbows, animal prints and abstract designs.

Any tile can be used on the backsplash, including glass, stone, ceramic or porcelain.

Stone and ceramic tiles hold up well to moisture and won't crack if they're properly installed.

Stone, bamboo, cork, ceramic, and engineered wood are all good options.

Ceramic tile can be installed in many patterns while stone and wood are more static.

Ceramic tile design ideas can be easily created when you grasp the overall style of the space.

Ceramic tile comes in so many styles and finishes it's easy to create the tile design of your dreams.

There are three basic types of ceramic tile on the market for you to choose from today.

Handmade ceramic tile has had at least some contact with human hands during its creation.

Handmade ceramic tile may be extruded in long pieces on machines that are cut and stacked by hand, or it may be pressed and molded into boxes by an artisan.

In any case, a handmade ceramic tile is sure to bring a lot of character to your home.

Ceramic floor tiles are a durable option for any floor of your home.

Ceramic floor tiles can be rustic or contemporary in style, will come in sizes 6-inches, 12-inches 18-inches in size and can also be installed on walls.

If you're looking for inspiration, consider these ceramic tile design ideas for various areas of your home.

The number of ways to use ceramic tiles on a kitchen backsplash are endless.

For modern kitchens, use a machine made ceramic tile in a bold hue and intricate design, such as red mosaic tiles in a repeating pattern.

Select a ceramic floor tile with a varying colored glaze.

Ceramic tiles were made for shower walls.

For modern showers, look for ceramic tiles in new sizes such as 4 x 12-inches and stack the rectangular tiles on top of one another, rather than offsetting them.

Ceramic tile design ideas are endless when you consider the possibilities of shape, color, style and space.

Use ceramic tiles in all areas of the home to create a showplace where you live today.

If you're sticking with bare floors you can use hardwood, bamboo, stone, or ceramic.

Talavera pottery is a Mexican style of ceramic that usually hand painted with colorful motifs or intricate mosaic patterns.

This type of ceramic is also used to make tiles, flower pots and candle holders.

From ceramic tile to stone countertops, Walker Zanger has products for every homeowner.

There are countless manufacturers and distributors of ceramic, stone and glass tiles in the market today.

Studio Moderne breaks open the ceramic tile playing field with textured, large format tiles in brilliant shapes and colors.

Borders made of wood, stone and tile that are the perfect complement to hardwood floors, and lines that incorporate stone, glass and ceramic are available to set your home apart from the others.

Mohawk is a flooring company that offers hardwood, carpet, laminate and ceramic tile flooring in addition to their rugs.

These can be made from brass, stainless steel, ceramic, wood or nickle.

Seal and paint the basement floor or install ceramic tile.

Combining a zebra print rug with bold, bright colors found in objects such as hand blown art glass or abstract ceramic sculptures provides an interesting mix.

For large tables, white floating candles drifting in a white ceramic bowl also adds a nice touch.

Ceramic and wooden nativity scenes are popular traditional American decor items around the holidays.

For the kitchen or dining room, a wrought iron baker's rack is perfect for displaying your French style ceramic pottery, wine bottles, baskets filled with fruit, oil bottles or anything else you might want to display.

Pasta - Toss in a variety of pastas, assorted sauces, wine, cheeses, a cheese grater, crusty bread, and dipping sauce in a colorful ceramic bowl suitable for serving the completed meal.

Clear and ceramic braces that are the same color as teeth are available.

Instead of metal or ceramic brackets, Invisalign uses a series of clear aligners, something like mouth guards, to move teeth.

A basic ceramic mug will cost less money.

Crystal or white resin sleds, ceramic or crystal winter scenes, and any other wedding themed accessory you can find might just work perfectly on top of your cake.

Handles are made from a wider variety of materials, including porcelain, enamel, crystal, glass, ceramic, ivory, mother of pearl, and more.

Other types of pots perfect for lucky bamboo shoots include cracked glass decorative pots, flared pots, square dishes, miniature terra cotta pots, or small ceramic containers.

While you may think that rooster shaped ceramic clock with mechanical wings is just adorable, your newlywed friends may not agree.

This can be as simple as a colored ribbon tied around the vase to match the color of flowers or other wedding decor, or as complex as specially printed ceramic vases.

It is also possible to have ceramic vases custom-printed.

In addition to words, photographs or pictures can also be printed onto ceramic or etched into glass.There are many also low-cost customization alternatives for couples on a tight budget.

These include granite or ceramic tile countertops, perhaps tile walls and of course, tile floors.

She's also ventured into acting, and currently has a best-selling line of ceramic collector dolls that she has designed herself.

These beds are equipped with 100 mini ceramic biomagnets, and each magnet has a 3,950 gauss rating.

Magna Mat uses strategically positioned b-polar, ceramic button magnets between two layers of foam in its orthopedic, magnetic pet beds.

Large plastic pots or ceramic pots are fine.

The red ceramic washers used on Grolsch beer bottles work as excellent strap locks.

If you plan to include ceramic or natural stone flooring in your finished basement you can add area rugs for warmth.

Today, you can have the look of hardwood or ceramic tile without the expense or the hassle with laminate flooring.

Ceramic - The most widely available and widely used, ceramic tiles come in a number of different colors in various sizes at any Home Depot or Lowe's.

For this design choice, skip the fun and funky mosaic patterns and bold colored ceramic tiles and instead, go with warm beige Travertine for the floors and a dark black granite for the counter tops.

Vinyl tile can mimic natural materials, like stone, or have a more elaborate pattern, like classic ceramic tiles.

Everyone appreciates a bargain, and discounted ceramic floor tiles are no exception.

If you are considering discounted ceramic floor tiles for one of your rooms, the best way to get what you want for a price you can live with is to be an informed shopper.

There are a number of ways to source discounted ceramic floor tiles.

Ceramic tile is a combination of clay and shale that is kiln fired.

There are different categories of ceramic tile that will have an impact on its price, appearance, and durability.

Ceramic tile is sold in both glazed and unglazed varieties.

Glazed ceramic can be fired multiple times to achieve the effects the designer wants.

Unglazed ceramic tile is likely to wear better than glazed varieties.

Porcelain tile is a ceramic that can be glazed or unglazed, but is typically kiln fired at very high temperatures.

Ceramic tile can be sourced at prices anywhere from $.75 to $15.00 a square foot or more.

Ceramic tile installation can be expensive.

Before you decide that you want to update your floor with ceramic tile, make sure to evaluate the subflooring in your room.

Designs include the look of stone, brick, ceramic, marble, wood and aluminum.

The Mandala collections include ceramic, porcelain, etched stone, natural stone and fused glass.

SwiftLock can even be installed over existing ceramic tile, concrete, vinyl, plywood underlayments, or over short pile carpet that is less than 1/4-inch high.

When it comes to ceramic tile floor layout, the design possibilities are endless.

When installing a ceramic tile floor by yourself you need to be sure that you don't end up with tiny pieces along the wall or door thresholds.

If you're new to ceramic tile floor layout, you'll want to establish several reference lines.

Laying out a ceramic tile floor doesn't have to be too overwhelming as long as you take your time and do the appropriate prep work.

When learning how to install a ceramic tile floor, the first thing to do is establish the layout.

Ceramic floor tiles can be a great investment in your home.

When learning how to install a ceramic tile floor, simply follow the above instructions and then step back and admire your handiwork.

Use ceramic tile that looks like wood to save labor money on installation and still get the appearance of a true hardwood floor.

This option allows you to still have the organic look of real wood with the benefits of ceramic tile.

Ceramic tiles have been around for hundreds of years.

Ceramic tiles are often used in bathrooms and kitchens since they hold up well against water and moisture, and don't easily scratch or chip.

Ceramic floor tiles are also popular because they're available is a wide variety of prices and sizes.

One solution that tile-makers have come up with is ceramic tile that looks like wood.

Available in a wide variety of sizes, wood-look ceramic tile is an interesting alternative to hardwood or laminate floors.

There are several advantages to using this type of ceramic tile.

Ceramic tile stands up better to water than hardwood flooring, therefore it can be installed in areas where hardwood is usually avoided, such as mudrooms, kitchens, and bathrooms.

Cleaning ceramic tile usually requires just a little soapy water.

As the look becomes more and more popular, ceramic tiles that look like wood are getting easier to find.

Ceramic tiles have come a long way in recent years.

There are now ceramic tiles that look and feel like granite, marble, leather, stone, and even animal hides (more so the look than the feel).

While it's unlikely that ceramic floors designed to look like wood will ever be mistaken for the real thing, they do offer a unique and more eco-friendly alternative to real hardwood.

Both circles and stix are available in stone, glass and ceramic with a wide range of colors to choose from.

Glass tile, stone tile, and ceramic wall tile can all be used alone or in combination to create a unique design.

While you can certainly find stone mosaics that will cost you hundreds of dollars a square foot, ceramic wall tile can be as little as a few dollars a square foot, making your shower tile installation a cost effective one.

Ceramic tiles have long been used in bathroom and shower installations.

New ceramic tiles are available in vitrified, large format tiles that can be butted together with almost no grout joint.

Handmade ceramic tiles are also available in a wide range of colors and patterns, if a decorative look is what you desire.

An area of wall tile that sees little water or wear, the backsplash is perfect for stone tiles, metal, glass and handpainted ceramic tiles too fragile for use elsewhere.

While years ago tile was a flat, square or rectangular shaped product most likely made of ceramic clay, today's tile is something else entirely.

Look for Arts and Crafts style tiles with images of pine trees, or handmade ceramic tiles that fit together to form a water view, complete with cranes.

Install a ceramic tile backsplash made to look like riveted metal, and have it glazed in modern color for an interesting twist.

Select handmade ceramic or glass tiles in a solid color.

Create a truly random design with style to spare with ceramic and glass tiles.

Bathroom tile patterns can be created out of any material, including stone, glass, porcelain and ceramic.

From stone to handpainted ceramic tiles, backsplash tile designs are endless.

Pick two materials and colors that complement one another, such as blue Sea Glass tiles and white ceramic tiles.

If you're creating a retro style kitchen, consider using ceramic tiles in two colors in this way.Lay the darker color as a frame around the entire area.

The downside of ceramic tiles is keeping the cement grout line between each tile clean and in good repair.

If your budget will allow, look for hand painted ceramic tiles.

These tiles can mimic more expensive floor coverings such as, marble, wood, and ceramic.

Ceramic tiles are made from clay, talc and other natural materials and once formed are fired under intense heat.

Because ceramic tiles undergo such high temperature firing, they are capable of standing up to excessive heat and will not burn if a hot pot or pan is set directly on the countertop's surface.

While mostly inexpensive, newer ceramic tiles featuring customized mosaic patterns can be ordered at an increase in price.

One of the easiest and most economical ways to make a dramatic change in any kitchen is to install a ceramic tile kitchen countertop.

Economical, durable and relatively easy to install, ceramic tiles come is a wide array of colors, making them a perfect fit in any kitchen.

Ceramic tiles are made primarily from clay, but can sometimes contain other natural materials like talc.

This heat curing process is what gives ceramic tiles the capability to withstand the heat of the kitchen and the bottoms of hot pots and pans.

Ceramic kitchen tiles come in a variety of colors, but don't out start out so richly hued.

Ceramic tile kitchen countertops are one of the more cost-efficient ways of giving your countertops an updated look.

Ceramic tiles typically cost less than glass or porcelain tiles and their cost is far less than marble or granite.

In general, the cost of ceramic tiles can range quite dramatically, from as little as $.99 a square foot to upwards of $50 a square foot for designer tiles.

Keep in mind that the tiles on your kitchen countertop have to be strong enough to handle heavy pots and pans, plates and knives; don't settle for the least expensive ceramic tiles, because they may chip or crack more easily.

All ceramic tiles carry a durability rating to tell you how strong the tile is.

Ceramic tiles used for kitchen countertops should carry no less than a III rating.

While this rating system is standard, be aware that many ceramic tiles sold online or through discount tile warehouses do not carry this rating.

A ceramic tile kitchen countertop that's installed properly and well maintained can last many years, but even more importantly, using this type of tile provides the homeowner with a range of benefits besides cost-efficiency and color.

Water Resistant - Glazed ceramic tiles can be impervious to liquids, so spills are easily cleaned up.

Heat/Fire Resistant - With a ceramic tiles countertop, you can take the pot right off the oven and place it directly on the tile; the tile won't scorch or emit toxic fumes.

Easy Repair - Unlike solid countertops, if an area of a ceramic tile countertop is damaged, the tiles in that spot can be easily removed and replaced with new ones.

Selection - There is an unlimited range of ceramic tiles to choose from these days, with every color of the rainbow represented.

There are also many companies selling hand-crafted ceramic tiles which are designed to give your kitchen a more rustic look.

If there's one drawback to using ceramic kitchen tiles, it's that the method used for creating them is not very Eco-friendly.

One product area that's gaining in popularity is recycled ceramic tiles.

These tiles are made using recycled materials and post-consumer recycled glass and look and feel just like standard ceramic tiles.

While any type of tile can be used on a kitchen counter, the most popular tile material for counters in the Southwest is handmade ceramic tile.

Ceramic Tile - This is a classic option that can look modern or retro depending on the treatment.

Tile can also be a rugged choice if you stick with quality porcelain or ceramic.

You should also go with the hardest, strongest and best quality ceramic or porcelain tile you can find.

Carpet tiles can be formed into large area rugs, or installed inside a border of a water-proof material such as ceramic tiles.

Ceramic tiles with a very thin covering of metal on the front are a great alternative to solid metal tiles.