A building’s façade is much more than a pretty face. Exterior cladding plays a dual role as the architecture’s primary aesthetic and the building envelope’s first layer, making it one of the most ...

By Larry Walton, Photos by Brian Monroe How to use manufactured stone to create a beautiful fireplace. There’s no denying ...

You might love the way that tile pattern looks in theory, but here's the real reason your pattern got shot down, straight ...

In the image below, a material is created and an image file selected for it. There is nothing wrong with this early on, while material selection is still fluid. However, at some point the materials ...

Faux Brick Stencils are made from poly-coated fiberboard and consist of a mortar joint with the brick, stone or tile cut-out. Available in adhesive and non-adhesive forms For new and existing concrete ...

Whether you’re splurging on a rare natural stone or standing by classic porcelain, choosing a tile type is only part of the design decision. The way the tile is installed also matters. To help you ...