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What do you think? This sneak preview of a new collection is on our design tables this month, and we’d love to hear what you think. Yea or nay?

Status Ceramics Petals tile in Frosted Jungle glaze.

Our customers frequently ask how tile helps with LEED certification for projects. Tile can help in a variety of ways. Most recently, the USGBC announced an exemption from testing for tile because of its performance on a key criterion: IEQ Credit 4.3: Low-Emitting Materials—Flooring Systems Tile is fired at very high temperatures, usually in excess [...]

And so has our new collection of tile inspired by the season. Introducing Leaf. And while we love fall itself, we might just love this tile even more… *Available in three colorways, please visit our showroom for details*

This gorgeous bathroom is part of a recent project by BAAN Design and features both our Buxy and our Groove porcelain tiles. A little birdie tells me the house is on the market, so don’t delay…

Ceramic Tiles of Italy’s 18th Annual Design Competition is seeking submissions for its 2001 competition. “The Italian Trade Commission and Confindustria Ceramica, the Association of Italian Ceramics, are proud to announce the 2011 Ceramic Tiles of Italy Design Competition Call for Entries. The competition, now in its 18th year, recognizes the exceptional work of North [...]

Slimtech is a revolutionary porcelain tile that changes the way architects, designers, and homeowners will think about tile. This short video highlights how changing one simple parameter–the thickness of the tile–can revolutionize the uses of porcelain tile. For more information send an email to jillr@statementstile.com and ask about Slimtech.

The largest greenbuilding education and exhibition in the world is happening this week in Chicago. We’ll be there learning more about sustainable ceramic tiles and stone. Send us a note if you’ll be there too!

We’re in the mineral business, both as sellers of natural stones like granite, marble, travertine, and limestone, and also ceramic tile, which is comprised of feldspar, clays, and other minerals. So this recent story on NPR really caught our ears. My Grandson the Rock photo © 2010 Harvey Barrison | more info (via: Wylio)

The current issue of Tile Dealer magazine features Statements Tile as a showroom built to beat the recession. Thanks for highlighting the great work that Susan, Karen, and Tonya do to make sure that our showroom is the best in class. Stop by to see for yourself if you haven’t already. Tile Dealer Nov/Dec Issue [...]