Understanding Mortars and Grouts

Once upon a time tile floors were installed and grouted with a single mortar mix. This type of installation required a very highly skilled installer who could work quickly and accurately. The curing time was rather lengthy and involved misting the surface one, two or three times a day for about a week or longer.

Today’s materials are more flexible and do not need long periods of damp curing nor expert tradesmen. The newer adhesive products may cost more but the labor time is significantly reduced. Here’s a run-down of what you can choose from. Continue reading “Understanding Mortars and Grouts”

AkzoNobel Color of the Year 2017

Denim Drift COTY 2017 | KitchAnn Style

Leading color experts from AkzoNobel have selected a shade of blue called Denim Drift as the Color of the Year for 2017.

AkzoNobel COTY 2017 | KitchAnn StyleAfter 18 months of research and debate, the team at AkzoNobel (which owns the paint company Dulux), made the announcement during the launch of the company’s annual trends forecast known as “ColourFutures.” Denim Drift is the foundation for an inspirational palette of paint colors centered on the expected global social and design trends for the upcoming year. Continue reading “AkzoNobel Color of the Year 2017”

Kaza Concrete Tile

Kaza Concrete | KitchAnn Style

Concrete tile can be used just about anywhere, indoors or out, including floors, walls, fireplace surrounds, pools and patios, shower enclosures, countertops, backsplashes, and building facades.

Contemporary concrete surfaces have advanced since the introduction of coloring and stamping in the 1950’s.

KAZA, founded in Szentendre, Hungary,  has some of the most amazing collections of concrete tile. Continue reading “Kaza Concrete Tile”