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Happy April 22nd, AKA Earth Day!

This year many organizations and individuals are celebrating Earth Week, because of how important our home planet is to us! Find ways to create a more sustainable life in all things, including your home.

Topics: Stone, Quartz, Marble, Limestone, Porcelain Countertop, Porcelain, Stone slab, ceramic tile, natural stone

Four Fast Facts to Help You Hire the Right Ceramic Tile Installer

Start your project right. Use an installer who knows how to make your investment beautiful and last for years to come.

Topics: Tile, Porcelain Tile, Porcelain, Floor tile, ceramic tile, tile installation, Choosing the right installer, tile installers, experienced labor

What You Need to Know Before Laying Tile on Concrete

Although putting tile directly over concrete is a common practice, there are a couple issues that need to be addressed to be sure your project stands the test of time, and won't cause issues down the road that could have been easily addressed up-front. The two most important factors are Moisture and Foundation Shifts. Generating a flat, dramatic tile floor doesn’t have to be hard if you plan ahead and take the necessary steps.

Topics: Porcelain Tile, Porcelain, Sealing, subfloor, Floor tile, Helpful Tips on Tile Installation, tile installation, Lay Tile on Concrete

If the pandemic has changed how we clean (and how much), it has also changed how we use our home. When considering hygiene in your home, be careful to take all of your surfaces into account, from the floor to the walls, from the countertops to your outdoor patio.

Topics: Porcelain Tile, Floor tile, ceramic tile, exterior kitchens, porcelain pavers, health & hygiene, Ceramic Tile Hygiene, Tile Hygiene

 

Tile –

Because of tile’s wide variety of materials, shapes, sizes, and colors, there are limitless design possibilities and a limitless number of places it can be used. There is no doubt that it can be confusing. In addition to pre-manufactured tiles, there are a handful of companies that can hand-make custom designed tiles with the pattern, size, and color of your choice.

One of the few companies in the US that can supply everything including custom hand-crafted tile is GENROSE Stone and Tile.

Topics: Glass Tile, Tile, Porcelain Tile, Porcelain, Floor tile, mosaics, kitchen backsplash, mosaic, subway tile, Quemere Handmade Tiles, Wall Tile, ceramic tile, San Marino Tile

Rediscover Your Backyard

Enjoy the world of exterior living by adding a beautiful Outdoor Kitchen to your home.  These outdoor retreats can display the same level of luxury that you demand in your home. With growing popularity, outdoor kitchens can significantly enhance the appeal, and value, of your home.

Topics: Stone, outdoor kitchens, exterior kitchens, porcelain pavers, natural stone

GENROSE Stone and Tile Has Stylish Options for Pet Owners 

When remodeling a room, the main things that a homeowner may be concerned with is the value-added and aesthetic of their decisions. An equally important factor all renovators should consider, especially those with pets, is the durability and longevity of their flooring selections. Dogs, cats, and other domesticated companions are notorious for leaving scuffs and scratch marks on the surfaces they explore. Choosing a foundation that's resistant to your furry friend’s paws or claws is essential for upholding the value of your renovations and the beauty of your home. GENROSE Stone and Tile has flooring options for pet owners, no matter what your style preference.

Topics: Porcelain Tile, Floor tile, Wood-Look Tile, Scuff resistant tile, Stone-look Tile, brick-look tile

The Similarities and Differences Between Today's Two Most Popular Looks

The terms Modern Design and Contemporary Design are often looked at as virtually the same, but if you consult interior design professionals, they will tell you that these are two very different design styles. Although they have their similarities, there is a world of difference.

Topics: Porcelain Tile, Porcelain, Floor tile, Wood-Look Tile, Large Format Tile, Stone-look Tile, Chevron Pattern tiles, Herringbone pattern tiles, concrete-look tiles, Hexagon tiles, Terazzo tiles, Contemporary Design, Modern Design

Working on your summer home? Rebuilding your dream bath? Yearning for a fun summer look that will give you the feel of a warm summer breeze no matter what time of year? Look no further - we've got your summer fix.

Topics: Tile, Showers, Bathrooms, ceramic tile, San Marino Tile, Evoke Tile

Purchasing stone countertops is an important move which can add beauty and significant resale value to your home.

Without an accurate measurement of the size of your stone countertop project, you will not be able to get an accurate quote from a stone fabricator. The more detail and accuracy you put into the layout and measurements, the less surprises you will encounter down the road. GENROSE Stone and Tile will provide all the steps you need to properly measure for stone countertops.

Topics: Countertops, Granite Countertop, stone countertop, kitchen design trends, kitchen backsplash, ceramic tile, countertop measurement