The Versatility of Concrete – Normandy Cream Kitchen, Wine Room & Mud Room
On November 6, 2017 by ARTOARTO has been using concrete as a medium since the early 1970’s. While we love cool grey concrete in all its rough and tumble splendor we are also love how concrete can take on a wide range of other looks. This beautiful house in Rancho Santa Fe is a case in point. Artillo Hexagons in
The Story of the Vanana and the Importance of Full Size Samples
On October 31, 2017 by ARTOMany years ago my dad and I had a brown VW camper van. After some major body work my dad decided (unbeknownst to me) to paint it as well. I returned home from school and found a bright canary yellow van in the driveway, visible from miles around. It soon became known as the Vanana.
The Acid Test – Why We Love This Topical Sealer
On October 16, 2017 by ARTOEvery box of ARTO tile notes that the installation is not finished until sealed. While it is no doubt important to seal your (porous) concrete tile installation, sealers have always come with trade offs. Penetrating sealers give a natural look but could be better at protecting against stains and scratching. Topical sealers provide more protection
Sleeping with ARTO – The Hotel Californian
On October 6, 2017 by ARTOThe Hotel Californian is the new center of the Santa Barbara waterfront incorporating the original 1925 Spanish Revival facade and featuring interiors by celebrity designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard. Indochine cement tiles are featured throughout the rooms and public spaces along with concrete tile accents from our Artillo series.
The Importance of Proper Materials
On September 6, 2017 by ARTOAlthough tile is the most visible (and typically most expensive) component, it is just one part of the ultimate tile assembly. We have been making our concrete and ceramic tiles for over 50 years so we know they work pretty well. However, using the wrong mortar, grout, membrane, or other materials can result in cracking,