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1. Discover the History of the Moors on a Tour of Spain and Morocco
January 16, 2018

Famous for their thirst for scientific knowledge, rich cultural identity and stunning architecture, the Moors’ influence on Europe and European thinking is not in doubt. But to truly understand the impact that this civilisation had on Southern Europe, take an escorted tour of Andalucía and Morocco. Why an ‘escorted tour’, you may ask? Well, the reason is that we’ve become so used to seeing the whitewashed buildings, domed windows and mosaics of southern Spain as quintessentially ‘Spanish’ that it’s good to have a guide on hand to show you where these influences actually come from. Mo... (read more)

Author: Laura Jeeves

2. Top 4 Improvements to Marietta Bathrooms
December 08, 2016

Is your bathroom out-of-date or in need of repair? As you comb the web in search of ideas, here are four improvements that you can put in place. Floors Your bathroom floor holds a major influence on the look and feel of the entire space. The Atlanta area is a hub for many styles, ranging from soft tumbled marble to sleek and slick slate. Bathroom renovations in Marietta can include decorative borders, accents or mosaics. Can you see the shine of your future luxury floor? Shower Area The shower area should be a place to relax and renew. One way to make the environment comfor... (read more)

Author: Kevin Smith

3. Visitors Get Rare Glimpse of Ancient Mosaic in West Bank
October 20, 2016

Visitors had a rare glimpse of one the world's largest and most beautiful floor mosaics in the West Bank on Thursday. Covering more than 800 square meters, the mosaic was a part of an ancient palace near the city of Jericho. A grant from Japan will enable the construction of a project to make the masterpiece accessible to visitors by the end of 2018. Meanwhile, photographs and video footage made Thursday will have to suffice. Zlatica Hoke reports.... (read more)

4. 'Pokemon Go' Players Stumble on Hidden History
July 25, 2016

PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND— Historical markers have long dotted the landscape, often barely noticed by passers-by – until they became treasure-filled stops this month on the “Pokemon Go” trail. Players hunting for fictional creatures on their smartphones are now visiting real-life memorial plaques, statues, mosaics and landmarks, ranging from a Civil War battlefield in Chancellorsville, Virginia, to a Hells Angels clubhouse on New Zealand's North Island. Some don't bother to linger at these Pokestops, staying just long enough to stock up on the virtual balls th... (read more)

5. Take Time in Barcelona to Learn to Create Mosaics Like Antoni Gaudí
June 15, 2016

Barcelona is a creative, inspiring city with its historic buildings, stunning beach and beautiful surrounding countryside, but probably its most inspirational feature is the vibrant architecture of Antoni Gaudí. With his use of irregular, ‘natural’ shapes and colourful ceramic tiles, the Modernist architect has inspired many creative types over the years. If you find that the imaginative, flamboyant architecture of Barcelona gets your creative juices flowing, then why not try your hand at creating some of your own mosaic work in the Gaudí style? Trencadís Mosaic Classes Mosaicco... (read more)

Author: Laura Jeeves

6. Euphrasian Basilica in Croatia - Stunning Byzantium Mosaics
March 29, 2016

Holidays to Croatia are becoming increasingly popular with people of all ages and from all walks of life. The simple fact is that this wonderful country has so much to offer that whoever you are and whatever your interests, you’re sure to find a whole host of things to see and do. Fabulous scenery, rolling hills and mountains, forests, lakes and wildlife galore. A vibrant culture and history going back centuries, great food and fantastic wines, music and art, the brilliant Adriatic coast with beaches that have to be seen to be believed. Cities that never sleep with an endless selection of... (read more)

Author: Laura Jeeves

7. BELK Tile Receives 2016 Best of Columbus Award
February 29, 2016

Columbus, Ohio - BELK Tile has been selected for the 2016 Best of Columbus Award in the Ceramic Tile Contractors category by the Columbus Award Program. This marks 5 consecutive years of receiving this award! Each year, the Columbus Award Program identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and our community. These exceptional companies help make the Columbus area a great place to live, work... (read more)

Author: John Doe

8. The Wonderful Impact Of The Right Swimming Pool Mosaic Pattern
July 02, 2015

Almost since we human beings have been creating spaces to hold bodies of water, we have been decorating those spaces in ways that justly glorify the life-giving force in which so many of us enjoy swimming. Visit almost any old or new swimming pool, whether in someone's home or as part of well-used public facilities or even a heritage attraction, and you will almost certainly see a striking Swimming Pool Mosaic Pattern. What is it about mosaics and swimming pools? Clearly, the former have long had the capacity to add visual interest to the latter. Mosaic patterns are associated with seemi... (read more)

Author: Smith Lara

9. Interested in ordering our handmade mosaics? Here's the process...
June 29, 2015

If there's anything that we believe in even more strongly than Handmade Mosaics here at MEC, Mediterranean Eternal Culture of the Arts, it is a truly custom design process. Yes, our mosaic tiles may be very beautiful, encompassing such in-demand options for both domestic and commercial backdrops as marble and glass mosaic in addition to the likes of wrought iron, ceramic tiles and cement tiles, but they are even more beautiful when they are designed entirely for you. It's a very simple custom design process here at MEC. First, you get in touch with us. Whether you are a homeowner, archit... (read more)

Author: Smith Lara

10. MEC - we're about so much more than custom mosaics!
June 19, 2015

Here at MEC - Mediterranean Eternal Culture of Arts - we believe that tiles, and especially mosaic tiles, can be truly beautiful. That was, and remains the view of our CEO and current company owner Zaidi, who began the company in 1979 after being inspired by the mosaics that he spotted on a trip to Italy that year. His passion has been perpetuated throughout a company that now enjoys an immense reputation for the manufacture of the highest quality Custom Mosaics. Today, MEC offers the very finest, most distinguished custom-designed and hand-made mosaic, ceramic and cement tile products a... (read more)

Author: Smith Lara

11. Give your home's flooring striking look with Glacier classic honed marble
November 15, 2013

Glacier classic honed 305x305 2x2 marble mosaics are often used in flooring in big areas to give a desired shape to the floor. This enhances both visual appeal and practical utility of different parts of your home. It can be very annoying when you are trying to design something different, special and unique for your homes flooring and wall, but are not able to decide which marble will suit both the requirements. In this situation you should go with glacier classic to relief your anxiety. White coated glaciers marble with their quality of magnificence and spaciousness inspired the users to ins... (read more)

Author: Sal Moore

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November 12, 2013

The mosaics, plastered more than when Mehmet the Conqueror walked through the Imperial doorway in 1453 to assert the greatest church in Christendom for Islam, have survived they usually are being step by step uncovered. It truly is some type of triumph of spiritual art above religious antagonisms louis vuitton uk outlet the Virgin and Kid, and their gold leaf halos have emerged, pretty much intact, their colours glittering jewellike, pretty much as contemporary since they have been in Justinian's time. Kee is glittering far too. The flamboyant Malaysian in his lime Versace denims and system ... (read more)

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13. Visit Online Store To Buy Tiles Or Carpets
November 12, 2013

When you are searching for home flooring options the best source is the online store to buy tiles or cheap carpets as you have lot of choice and can go through the products in detail from the comfort of your home. You can select tiles in different categories like ceramic, porcelain, wood looking tiles, mosaics, wall tiles etc with each coming up in a unique look bringing grace to the floors. You can indeed select different types of flooring options for living room, bedrooms and bathrooms based on the traffic and the theme of the rooms as they have a stock of all up to date flooring products in... (read more)

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14. Do Floors in Mosaic Patterns for Free
November 11, 2013

Mosaics have been around for thousands of years and will likely be around for thousands more. They are lovely to look at and use small bits of otherwise scrap material to build large projects---making them environmentally friendly as well as money-saving. If you would like to turn your hand to creating a mosaic, think outside the box---the tiles need not be ceramic. Use glass, wood, stones, seeds, or anything else you desire for your mosaic. As long as it is durable and relatively smooth, the sky is the limit! Instructions as follows: Firstly, gather your materials. Search tile, hobby and D... (read more)

Author: Vicky Smith

15. Art Projects With Decorative Paving Stones
November 04, 2013

Because paving stones are durable and able to withstand harsh weather conditions, they make for long-lasting art projects whether they're being used indoors or outdoors. Paving stones are most often used in the garden or for patios, but if you have them in abundance, they may be used to create beautiful works of art from mosaics to garden tables. Snowman Patio Decor Keyhole-shaped paving stones, found at masonry stores or home supply stores, may be used to create snowmen. Not only may these snowmen be used in or outside of the home as seasonal decor, they also make for nifty gifts for famil... (read more)

Author: Vicky Smith

16. Gift idea through Mother nature, Corian Roof Tiles
November 01, 2013

Marble originally refers to the white limestone with black quartz stone texture that is indigenous to Dali, Yunnan. The ancients usually decide on those marbles with attractive patterns to make painted screen or Mosaics. When marbles are used for flooring, their extensive assortment of patterns and colors which range from the darkest black to the lightest pink, before long make them popular in decoration market. As a variety of decorative content, it not just has the features of ceramic tile, however it also has exclusive physical appearance. Additionally, simply because of its calcium carbona... (read more)

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17. How to Do Stone Mosaics
October 17, 2013

Making a mosaic adds texture and design to an otherwise plain surface. You can use all kinds of materials to make mosaics, such as stones, broken pottery or dishes, pieces of tile and even seashells. Using different colored stones is one way to make a design in your mosaic. Another option is to use the same color stones and a contrasting grout color to add texture. Instructions as follows: Firstly, draw a simple design on a piece of paper that is the same size as your solid surface. Alternatively, print a simple drawing off a computer or copy a coloring book page. You don't even need a draw... (read more)

Author: Vicky Smith

18. A company for all moving needs.
October 17, 2013

Without a doubt, transferring items from one place to another requires tedious labor and hardwork which are both the qualities that you will need from people who can offer the services that you want A residential moving company in Tacoma can do the job easier for you. With a residential moving company in Tacoma, you are ensured that the fragile items in your house will be handled with utmost care and dedication. If you own items such as valuable vases, ceramics, mosaics, paintings, clocks and the like, a residential moving company in Tacoma can guarantee you of the safety of these breaka... (read more)

Author: Wserv Com

19. A company for all moving needs.
October 16, 2013

Without a doubt, transferring items from one place to another requires tedious labor and hardwork which are both the qualities that you will need from people who can offer the services that you want A residential moving company in Tacoma can do the job easier for you. With a residential moving company in Tacoma, you are ensured that the fragile items in your house will be handled with utmost care and dedication. If you own items such as valuable vases, ceramics, mosaics, paintings, clocks and the like, a residential moving company in Tacoma can guarantee you of the safety of these breaka... (read more)

Author: Wserv Com

20. Mosaics Tables for Art and Style
October 11, 2013

Just like morals and ethics, are traits of a good human being, relevant information and content are the qualities of a good book, similarly artistic value and creativity can help assess the worth of a house. To beautify the house and make it look attractive and wonderful, people usually use vibrant paints with colorful tiles and beautiful stones complimenting them. Nowadays, people use Mosaics to enhance the look as well as decor of their house. Mosaic is the art of managing vivid glass and alluring stones to create patterns and pictures that help to improve the aesthetic look as well as appea... (read more)

Author: Suzain Cruz

21. magnificent work of art
October 08, 2013

Art can be of varied forms. According to capability and creativity of an artist, he can turn any meager and creepy objects, maybe nib of a pen, to, not limited to, an exquisite mansion so his magnificent work of art. Mosaic is the art of creating images with a coordinated assembly of small pieces of colored glass, stone or other materials. It is a decorative art technique and most mosaics are made from small, flat, roughly square pieces of stone or glass or different colors, known as tesserae. However, ‘pebble mosaics’, especially floor mosaics, are made from small rounded pieces of stone. Mo... (read more)

Author: Robert Pattinson

22. Why is Decking the Best Option.
October 07, 2013

Wood decking is always a popular choice when it comes to flooring on gardens, terraces and outdoor spaces like barbecue corners and so on... Throughout this small article we will go over the benefits of decking and this will explain why it is considered more and more as time moves on. A Ground that's not slippery. You know what the biggest competitor of wood decking is right? That's right, stone! Stone slabs, mosaics and such are pretty slippery, and on barbecues, parties and while just enjoying your outdoor space you can easily spill drinks to the floor, and you know that causes stone to b... (read more)

Author: Brain Lee

23. Gift from Nature, Marble Floor Tiles
September 23, 2013

Marble originally refers to the white limestone with black texture which is native to Dali, Yunnan. The ancients often choose those marbles with decorative patterns to make painted screen or Mosaics. When marbles are applied for flooring, their wide array of designs and colors which range from the darkest black to the lightest pink, soon make them popular in decoration industry. As a kind of decorative material, it not only has the features of ceramic tile, but it also has unique appearance. In addition, because of its calcium carbonate and mineral composition, marble is strong and durable tha... (read more)

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24. Lay Marble Mosaic Tiles
September 22, 2013

The history of using mosaics as decoration--whether on the floor, walls or ceiling, is an old one dating back at least 4,000 years. The first mosaics consisted of cones made of terra cotta that were pushed, point first, into a wall. The Greeks used mosaics in a style that is similar to how it's used today, but it was the Byzantines who were the masters. The use of marble mosaics is still very much present today, and can bring beauty and durability to your home. Instructions as follows: Firstly, inspect the floor on which you are going to be laying the marble mosaic tiles. The floor should b... (read more)

Author: Vicky Smith

25. Design Tiles in Melbourne
September 20, 2013

Tiles A tile looks a skinny rectangular hunk of arid soil, tangible or other fabric using in overlapping rows for covering roofs. Tiles are contrived piece of hard-wearing material such as stone, metal or even made up of glass. Generally tiles are used to cover the floors, walls etc. Tiles are made up of from frivolous materials such as perlite, wood and mineral wool typically used in wall and ceiling applications. Tiles ranges from simple square tiles to complex mosaics. Tiles are more often made from porcelain, fired clay or earthenware with a hard glaze, the other fabrics such a... (read more)

Author: Sandra Johs