KC
MARBLE & TILE
YOUR HOME MAGAZINE | 13
KC Marble & Tile has proudly served
the Naples, Marco Island, Bonita Springs,
and Fort Myers areas for over 10 years.
Family owned and operated, our experience
and knowledge keeps our clients coming
back. Not only do we provide the finest
materials for flooring, countertops,
and outdoor spaces, but we also offer
dedicated design assistance to help find
the perfect product for your preferences
and lifestyle.
At KC Marble & Tile you can find the
finest selection of flooring products in
our showroom. Whether you’re looking
for porcelain, ceramic, natural stone or
hardwood, we offer hundreds of styles,
textures and colors to suit every taste.
Discover the possibilities of your new
dream kitchen with the endless selection
of slabs and countertops. We’ll help you
find the best material whether its granite,
marble, travertine, slate or quartz.
We also have an exquisite glass
collection for backsplashes, as well as
wall and pool tile. Natural stone is one of
the hottest trends right now, so if you’re
looking for the most beautiful selection
of pietra antica or travertine, we offer
unique styles and colors that are carefully
selected to ensure premium quality.
We are a full-service company that
will help you from beginning to end.
Visit us today to experience the best in
personalized home upgrades and the
highest quality products.
3897 RADIO RD, NAPLES, FL 34104
KCMARBLETILE@GMAIL.COM
239.263.0040
EMERGING PATTERNS
Following the renewed focus on artisanship
and craftsmanship, magnificent
tile patterns will emerge in 2019.
Bold geometrics, inspired by the Art Deco movement, and
intricate bohemian patterns dominated the showroom
floor recently at the annual CERSAIE International Exhibition of Ceramic Tile and Bathroom Furnishings
in Bologna, Italy. Printed patterns can be applied to porcelain slabs as large as 5.25-by-10-
feet, combining the creative effect of wallpaper with the technical benefits of ceramic.
Printed tiles are not the only way to introduce pattern to your project in 2019. Using tiles to
create patterns in the age-old mosaic method adds another dimension to floor and wall spaces,
especially if those tiles are multi-dimensional, an effect obtained by applying layers of finish.
The classic herringbone pattern is a timeless trend, appearing in 200-year-old homes as well as
brand-new ones. But don’t confuse it with a chevron pattern, which was popular a few years ago.
Both are zigzags, but in a chevron pattern the pieces meet in a “V,” whereas in a herringbone pattern
the pieces are staggered and actually resemble a broken zigzag. It is a subtle, but important,
design difference.
Versatile hexagon-shaped tiles, from the diminutive “penny tiles” trimming a bathroom wainscot
to larger hexagon tiles found on floors or climbing the walls, can give an older home an
updated look or be installed in a new home to create a vintage feel.
CLASSIC AND MODERN
A perusal of Pinterest or Houzz will turn up a plethora of black and white tile projects. From
modern farmhouse kitchens to retro bathrooms harboring honeycomb floors, black and white tile
combos fit almost any décor. Used in a geometric pattern, the two-color tableau can be mesmerizing.
Expect to see plenty of checkerboard floors, that staple of kitchens past. Another application
of the classic combination is a dramatic interpretation—solid black tile floors contrasting sharply
with white tile walls.
Clearly, tile has moved away from boring beige! But before you cover your bathroom walls
with magenta hexagons or create an intricate, colorful, Moroccan mosaic on your country kitchen
backsplash, give consideration to resale value. Most real estate agents will tell you that bathrooms
and kitchens can sell houses. Likewise, a poorly tiled bathroom or kitchen could negatively affect
the salability of your home. Consulting with a tile professional or allowing them to complete your
project can save you from a costly mistake.
PHOTOS COURTESY OF ROCA TILE USA
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