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  • Fiona Leonard Interiors

    October 24th, 2023


    Fiona Leonard Interiors

    Tile America works alongside designers and builders to serve our clients' needs.  Our featured designer is Fiona Leonard, of Fiona Leonard Interiors, LLC a full-service design firm that specializes in making a client’s home unique and custom-tailored to the owner's taste and lifestyle.

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  • Refresh your floors with Porcelain Planks

    August 7th, 2023


    Refresh your floors with Porcelain Planks

    Looking to refresh your floors? Consider porcelain planks from Tile America. Explore our wide selection of durable and stylish porcelain plank tiles for your home.

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  • Thirsty for Color? Meet Martini

    July 24th, 2023


    Thirsty for Color?  Meet Martini

    The Martini series is a vibrant collection of 2x6 glazed porcelain tiles from Europe.  

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  • Geoargia Zikas | Georgia Zikas Design

    February 28th, 2023


    Geoargia Zikas | Georgia Zikas Design

    Tile America works alongside designers and builders to serve our clients needs.  Our featured designer is Georgia Zikas Principal & Founder Zikas Design in West Hartford, CT.

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  • House of Huck | Meredith Huck | Designer Showcase

    January 31st, 2023


    House of Huck | Meredith Huck | Designer Showcase

    Tile America works alongside designers and builders to serve our client's needs.  Our featured designer is Meredith from House of Huck in Milford, CT.

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  • Guide to Hotel Tile | Tile America

    September 8th, 2022


    Guide to Hotel Tile  |  Tile America
    Choosing surface materials for hotels means prioritizing durability without sacrificing style. Hotel surfaces need to stand up to wear and tear from constant foot traffic and luggage carts, plus the quick turnover of unpredictable guests. Additionally, creating a safe and hygienic environment is ...

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  • How to Choose Tile for your Home

    July 7th, 2022


    How to Choose Tile for your Home
    Our partners McKinley Architects tell us about their process of selecting tiles.With so many options (ceramic, porcelain, glass, and natural stone) where do you begin when starting your search for tile for your home? We usually work from the floor up, especially in the bathroom. Important consider...

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  • How to make your dream kitchen a reality

    May 26th, 2022


    How to make your dream kitchen a reality
    How to Make Your Dream Kitchen a Reality With the right color scheme, furniture and appliances, a kitchen can be the perfect space for comfort and cooking, especially if you’re an avid chef or party host. There is a lot to think about when planning and executing a home improvement project. ...

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  • Design Trends | Which one is for you?

    May 10th, 2022


    Design Trends | Which one is for you?
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  • Elevate your OUTDOOR

    May 3rd, 2022


    Elevate your OUTDOOR

    Using the right frost proof tile and stone for outdoor makes all the difference.  Durable, beautiful and will last for years.  Click to read more.

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  • Expect the Unexpected

    April 20th, 2022


    Expect the Unexpected

    Expect the unexpected.  Tile is a great way to create interest and elevate the look of your interior design.  Quality materials with endless colors, finishes, and textures.  Bring tile into your next project.  Read more for inspiration.

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  • Design in less time

    April 1st, 2022


    Design in less time

    Be prepared to meet with your designer with inspiration photos, swatches of counters, cabinets & paint, and measurements if you have them.  These factors help your designer get right to creating your dream space.

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  • 6 Trending Bathroom Renovation Ideas

    December 1st, 2021


    6 Trending Bathroom Renovation Ideas

    Bathrooms are a hot topic this year since many are trying to create the bathroom oasis of their dreams. Although there's a lot of clear imagry of what's stylish: there are a few trending design choices that are hard to miss.

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  • Specify Domestic!

    May 24th, 2021


    Specify Domestic!

    Source Tile domestically for Quality confidence with U.S. manufacturing standards, An investment in U.S. jobs, Shorter shipping distances and lead times, Points towards LEED certification.

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  • WTNH Channel 8 Segment

    April 14th, 2021


    WTNH Channel 8 Segment

    Catch our television segment on WTNH airing this spring on Saturdays at 12.  This feature highlights the latest and greatest in the tile world with a dive into how Tile America became the retail store it is today with an interview with president and owner Brian Knies.

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  • Designer Spotlight - Christine Fernandez

    March 1st, 2021


    Designer Spotlight - Christine Fernandez
    Christine's approach to a project is all about the homeowner and the family that lives there.   She sees herself almost as an editor of other people's lives and brings out in their homes the best possible scenario for the homeowner.  The result is an interior that is highly pe...

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  • Tile that kills germs

    December 4th, 2020


    Tile that kills germs

    A Tile America exclusive Hytect.  Hytect tile is hygienic and kills germs, mold and cleans the air from pollutants.   Hytect tiles are the best choice for a healthy home.

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  • Choosing the right tile: New England Home feature

    November 27th, 2020


    Choosing the right tile:  New England Home feature
    Thanks to its durability and long-lasting good looks, tile has been the go-to flooring choice for centuries. Today, tile is every designer’s darling, and its applications are endless—from floors and walls to backsplash niches and fireplace surrounds. Because it’s available in so many materials...

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  • Ways to Make Your Home a True Retreat: CTC&G Feature

    October 15th, 2020


    Ways to Make Your Home a True Retreat:  CTC&G Feature
          Creating a stress-free sanctuary can take just a little time and tile. Now more than ever, it’s time to invest in yourself and make your home your ultimate retreat. There are many ways to transform yo...

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  • Frostproof Tile for Outdoors

    July 20th, 2020


    Frostproof Tile for Outdoors
    FROST-PROOF PORCELAIN FOR OUTDOOR APPLICATIONS With New England's extreme weather changes, frost-proof porcelain tile is the only choice for your outdoor project!  Porcelain tile is perfect for interior as well as outdoor kitchens, pools, patios, and walkways.&nbs...

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  • Meet our New Shimmer Elongated Hex

    July 15th, 2020


    Meet our New Shimmer Elongated Hex
    Tile America introducesThis line is the newest addition to our Shimmer Collection.   Look no further for the perfect update to your kitchen backsplash or powder room. Each of these colors are gorgeous. With sophisticated hues, this collection is offered in a palate to suit any color scheme  Th...

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  • Sonoma Stellar & Euphoria

    June 18th, 2020


    Sonoma Stellar & Euphoria
    FEATURING Stellar & EuphoriaSonoma TileMakers is the designer's darling.  Check out these and other great Sonoma offerings in their top   FEELING INSPIRED? Contact your Outside Sales rep for samples or to discuss the soluti...

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  • Ocean Blue hits our shores

    May 18th, 2020


    Ocean Blue hits our shores
    Tile America continues to provide forward-thinking and stunning collections.  We welcome Ocean Blue to our offerings this May.  LIKE CALACATTA MEETS THE OCEAN A classic look of calacatta marble meets a porcelain tile.  Ocean Blue has the look of white marble with blue veinin...

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  • Accessories make the difference

    January 21st, 2020


    Accessories make the difference
    With our complimentary design service, our designers will be with you along the way to refine your personal style and suggest functional accessories that make all the difference between a pretty space and one designed for life.   Tile America's expanding family of produ...

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  • Tommy Bahama

    July 11th, 2019


    Tommy Bahama
    Tommy Bahama® believes that life should be one long weekend. The brand aspires to offer guests a lifestyle filled with adventure, spontaneity, beauty and relaxation - all in a classic, yet sophisticated style.   Tile America and Lunada Bay Tile is pleased to partner with Tommy Bahama®...

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  • Inspired by the Ocean

    June 10th, 2019


    Inspired by the Ocean
    Try Coastal Tiles and Get a Modern, Timeless LookSo, you’re looking to infuse some coastal appeal into your next bath or kitchen project with tile. But, let’s face it, you’re a little scared because you don’t want to make a wrong decision. Is it possible to achieve a timeless and classic loo...

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  • 5 Top Selling Classic TIles

    May 24th, 2019


    5 Top Selling Classic TIles
    TileAmerica showcases the top selling tiles from all seven of its locations.  Standards in the industry, the following styles are classic and never fall out of fashion.  For some customers, knowing a product was a top seller gives them confidence in selecting a safe choice.  ...

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