As purveyors of the world’s finest tile and stone products, we are proud to present our first entry into our new site. The general purpose of our site is to introduce you to not only our products and services, but to also share our family heritage – which has literally been set in stone. Founded in…
Four reasons you should consider using large format porcelain tiles
Large format tile was once reserved for those with deep pockets, but improvements in technology and manufacturing have made it all the rage for 2021, and it’s here to say. Large format tile offers customers a multi-dimensional approach in how it is to be used. Use it to cover large floor spaces, walls, bathrooms, or…
Why you should consider LVF (Luxury Vinyl Flooring) in 2021
Vinyl flooring is a term often associated with being an inexpensive and cost-effective solution to home flooring. In the same breath, mention the word “vinyl flooring,” and the first thing that comes to mind is linoleum, but the times have changed and here today is LVF: Luxury Vinyl Flooring. Thanks to advancements in technology and…
What is the average price of tile flooring in San Diego?
As marble and tile installers for the San Diego area, one of the most commonly asked questions is, “How much is the average price for new tiles?” While it seems like a simple question, it also happens to be a complex one that requires some input from you as the customer. But to answer the…
THE BEST WAYS TO CLEAN & RESTORE STONE FLOOR.
Tips on cleaning and restoring your natural stone Cleaning or restoring natural stone is an art that should be practiced religiously. Natural stone is unmatched when it comes to look, feel, and finish, and it’s with good reason. Stone is a gift from nature, a by-product of heat and pressure, coupled by the millions of…
CERAMIC TILE PRINTING IN SAN DIEGO
If you’ve ever wondered how they get custom images printed on ceramic tile then look no further than this video. Have you ever seen a custom tile job that flaunts a custom company logo or picture? If so, chances are you’ve seen a custom silk screened ceramic tile. Achieving this look is typically done in…
CERAMIC TILES MAKE A COMEBACK!
Marble, granite and travertine have long been the trend for custom flooring but ceramic tile is preparing for a comeback. It was a little over a decade ago that ceramic tiles lost their steam, but recent advances in ceramic tile manufacturing has positioned them as formidable competitors looking to take their crown back. As is,…
A SAN DIEGO KITCHEN REMODEL: WHAT YOU CAN LEARN FROM IT.
The original plan submitted by their architect A recent kitchen remodel in San Diego led me to write this post in hopes that it will help anyone looking to do a kitchen remodel. After an architect submitted plans for a kitchen remodel, my clients gave me a call to get a quote. While reviewing…
OPEN-AIR BATHROOM CONCEPTS
My client in San Diego wanted to do a bathroom renovation and the project not only turned into one of my favorite projects, but an eye-opening experience that made me appreciate – in a weird way – traveling. Like most people, I love traveling, but not for the reasons most do. I’m not a fan…
MARBLE STAIRS REIMAGINED
The Original Image Creative references were once reserved to whatever we could find in a print publication or a library but the times have changed. The advent of the Internet gave us all an equal chance to connect with the world and in the process created the world’s biggest archive of references. No matter what…
THE MARBLE HOME THAT ISN’T ACTUALLY MARBLE
Completed in 2017 by Openbox Architects, this architectural masterpiece was designed to play with your visual senses by utilizing natural light and its reflective properties against marble – or what appears to be marble. Yes you read that right. Those towering slabs of “marble” are actually large-scale, light weight tiles which have been printed with…
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