http://ciaotile.com Wed, 13 Aug 2008 16:45:35 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Using mosaics in tile patterns is a little bit tricky. In this pattern the Concreate black 1x1 mosaics on a 12x12 sheet was cut and five 1x1 tiles by twelve 1x1 tiles were used with the Concreate black 18x18's and 18x24's. When using mosaics in tile patterns watch the mosaic tile ... http://ciaotile.com/2008/08/10/tile-pattern-using-mosaics-18x18-18x24-1x1s-on-a-12x12-sheet/ This tile pattern is made up of Studio Prima St. Marie handmade. All together the sizes makeup a 35.5x35.5 square. 6x6 12x12 12x18 http://ciaotile.com/2008/08/10/3-size-tile-pattern-12x12-12x18-6x6/ Just what was Ryan up to while he was gone for a couple weeks in June-and why did he go in the first place? We asked him these questions and others to get the scoop for Ciao readers. Ciao: Why did you go to China? Ryan: I really had two ... http://ciaotile.com/2008/08/06/ryan-returns-from-the-sleeping-dragon/ Master bathrooms are increasing in size in new and remodeled homes, as more homeowners value spa-like surroundings in the most intimate room in the house. Because the master bath isn't intended as a showpiece for guests (like an entrance or a dining room), the decor can be simple and subtle. ... http://ciaotile.com/2008/08/04/a-spa-in-your-home/ Tuesdays and Fridays are the best days to come into Statements. Those are the days when the smell of fresh baked scones and cookies wafts in the air, thanks to the artistry of our hospitality coordinator, Susan Feiker. Who is Susan Feiker (or SuFi) you may ask? She is the ... http://ciaotile.com/2008/07/28/what-are-you-making-today/ It is not common for the words couture, tile and lampshades to be in the same sentence, but when you are talking about LIT www.litshades.com , the couture lampshade boutique that has joined Statements' new space in Pioneer Square, the three words are inseparable. LIT is a couture lampshade boutique, starring ... http://ciaotile.com/2008/07/21/statements-got-lit/ A question that often comes up with our customers is how to prep a floor for tile installation--particularly when the existing floor is a soft surface material like vinyl or carpet. The Capital's Jim Rooney breaks down the problem and gives great advice for making sure that your new ceramic ... http://ciaotile.com/2008/07/21/diy-and-tile-news-roundup/ Metropol, the Spanish company who brought us the porcelain/ceramic line, India, recently came out with a new line in a similar price range. Statements will be stocking Kazan the first part of August. The rectified 10”x20” ceramic wall tiles will be available in Beige, Marron and Blanco with a matching ... http://ciaotile.com/2008/07/18/kazan/ We occasionally have clients ask us about cracking tiles or grout joints. Here is an expert advice column from the Eagle Tribune that addresses just that concern: Q. I recently had ceramic tile installed on my kitchen floor. The tiles are pavers and are 12 inches by 12 inches. A short ... http://ciaotile.com/2008/07/14/sunday-diy-roundup/   We in the Northwest don’t take the sun for granted – simply because we get so little of it, especially during the dark winter months. While this spring has been less than tropical, make sure to take advantage of that sunshine whenever possible!   Getting daily sun exposure is essential for good ... http://ciaotile.com/2008/07/10/health-tip-%e2%80%93-pay-homage-to-the-sun-god/