Pattern and texture abound in new tile collections. The effects let designers create fields of tile that add more than just pretty colors to look at, or a hard surface to walk on. Glinting metallic tiles, textured ceramics, and patterned porcelain add depth to walls, floors, backsplashes, and any place that could use a little accent.
Meredith Tile. Create an attractive, richly textured expanse of tile with selections from the textured field collection of Meredith Art Tile. The Paramount design, shown, is available in 4-inch tiles and features a geometric design reminiscent of tin ceiling work and of Art Deco designs of the 1920s and ’30s. 330.484.1656. www.meredithtile.com.
Hakatai. The Horizon series of mixed-media mosaic blends comes in combinations of glass, glass and metal, and glass and stone. The unique, random mixes offer the versatility and color options of glass mosaic tile, with the diversity of texture presented by polished stone, stainless steel, or copper. The mesh-mounted 7/8-inch-square tiles are 1/4 inches thick, and come in a range of colors and finishes. 541.552.0855. www.hakatai.com.
Schluter Systems. The Quadec square tile profile brings sleek design, durability, and value to tile installations. The square profiles line outside edges, corners, and transitions of tiled surfaces to prevent damage from mechanical stress and daily wear and tear, and can also be used as an accent. Made from wear-resistant stainless steel and anodized aluminum, Quadec is available in five finishes. 800.472.4588. www.schluter.com.
Daltile.The new Exteriors collection brings together more than 60 outdoor-appropriate natural stone and porcelain tile products to help homeowners and designers pinpoint the tile that will work best for their outdoor spaces. The collection includes two new ColorBody porcelain tiles, Willow Canyon and Castanea, and seven new natural stone products. 214.398.1411. www.daltile.com.
Crossville. Urban Fabric and Greek Key represent two new designs in the Building Blox collection designed by Robert A.M. Stern. The tone-on-tone patterns offer a clean, contemporary feel in nine colorways. The patterned and solid-color tile can be used in multiple size, color, and pattern combinations for floors, countertops, backsplashes, or walls. Coordinating solid-color trim is available in a 4-inch by 12-inch bullnose, 2-inch by 12-inch cove base, and inner and outer corners. 800.221.9093. www.crossvilleinc.com.
Bonsal American. Featuring Micro Defense Technology antimicrobial additive, ProSpec grouts are designed to prevent mold and mildew growth, and are ideal for damp environments. The sanded and unsanded grouts are also guaranteed to be color-consistent. Unique additives reduce the effects of efflorescence or alkali salts that can leach from cement-based materials when exposed to moisture. The result is consistent colors that match published standards. 800.738.1621. www.prospec.com.
Questech. The Dorset Fusion tile collection lets users mix and match colors and materials to create original designs. The maker’s Cast Color, Cast Stone, and Cast Metal tiles can be combined in countless combinations with natural stone tiles. All Questech tiles are permanently protected by Q-Seal, a lifetime sealer that guarantees water- and stain-resistance, and also incorporates antimicrobial protection to inhibit mold and mildew growth. 802.773.1228. www.questech.com.
Accents con Agua. Add a delicate accent of nature to tile designs with the Leaves 365 collection. The slate and porcelain tiles depict natural leaf shapes, include maple and oak. The collection includes sets of individual leaf tiles or square stone tiles with the leaves already inlaid. Also available are “Backsplash in a Box” and “Mosaic in a Box” sets for easy design and installation. 800.905.6060. www.accentsconagua.com.