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One of the first questions that our designers will ask you when you come into our showroom is what type of tile you would like to use in your home. While porcelain tile can be used on floors and walls, in kitchens and bathrooms, indoor and outdoor, stone tiles do have some characteristics that you [...]

I have compiled a list of 7 of the best tile resource websites for professionals. Please use the comments to post any other resources I missed (no sales sites please, as I’ll just delete them). Ceramic Tile Distributors Association: CTDA’s online education is best in class. Although there is a fee, the classes are an [...]

Two weeks ago we had the opportunity to participate in a fantastic event called REFRESH. The evening provided the Seattle area’s top interior designers with the chance to see the latest and greatest trends in products for interior design. Penny (on the far right in the photo) organized Statements’ participation in the event. As you [...]

Within tile circles, one of the biggest developments of the last couple of years is the introduction of titanium dioxide treatments on the surface of porcelain tiles. I took some time to read over a scientific paper on how it works, most of which went right over my head. In essence, the titanium dioxide on [...]

Although dozens of types of stone can be used in residential and commercial projects, listed below are the  most common categories of stone. Click on the image to see galleries and descriptions.

Update: The folks at REC provided me with more accurate information regarding our renewable energy credits purchases. View the new post. Statements Tile is a green business, top to bottom. After an extensive environmental audit three years ago, we instituted a sustainability program that addresses the impacts we have on the environment beginning with the [...]

The biggest mistake that people make on their tile project is not spending as much time shopping for an installer as they do shopping for tile. Tile installation, especially when it comes to stone, glass, metal or other specialty tiles requires expertise and skill. To help you navigate the process of selecting a tile installer, [...]

To laugh often and much; To win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; To earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; To appreciate beauty, to find the best in others; To leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch, [...]

A great video from the Seattle Times about Georgetown, the south Seattle neighborhood where we are located. Status Ceramics, our sister company that makes handcrafted tile, is located in the historic Rainier Cold Storage building in the heart of the neighborhood.

It pains me to say this, but the most popular tile color of the last decade is beige. There is nothing wrong with beige. It’s safe. It’s an easy choice. But you know what? There’s nothing right with beige either. It’s the default choice when you’re overwhelmed with selection. Beige is what builders install in [...]