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Nominal vs Actual Tile Size

Did you realize that the 24”x 48” porcelain tile you’re eyeing may not precisely measure 24×48 inches? Understanding industry size terminology is crucial when selecting flooring or wall tiles. It’s important to clarify the significance of “nominal” and “actual” dimensions in porcelain tiles. Although tile is sold by...
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Nominal vs Actual Tile Size

Did you realize that the 24”x 48” porcelain tile you’re eyeing may not precisely measure 24×48 inches? Understanding industry size terminology is crucial when selecting flooring or wall tiles. It’s important to clarify the significance of “nominal” and “actual” dimensions in porcelain tiles. Although tile is sold by...

What to Consider Before Your Tile Installation

Grasping the differences between LHT mortar and thinset, along with selecting suitable trim, ensures a successful, long-lasting tile project. Consult with your installation team and Arizona Tile staff for personalized assistance. Join Arizona Tile Purchasing Agent, Riccardo, in this video as he details what you need to know...

Through Body vs Color Body

Today we’re diving into the world of porcelain tiles and exploring the differences between color-body and through-body porcelain. If you’re considering a tile project, understanding these differences can help you narrow down options that may be best for you. Check out this video to learn more!

Countertops

Quarrying Stone Surfaces

Learn about the complex process in which we bring the different stone materials from quarries all around the world, right to your countertops. From naturally formed stone in places like Italy, Spain, and India for commercial and residential spaces, Arizona Tile selects only the more extraordinary surfaces on...

Blizzard Granite

Quarried from bedrock in India, Blizzard is a black granite with white veins that resembles marble, much like Negro Marquina from Spain. It is important and recommended that a range of this product be viewed before finalizing a purchase as the veining in Blizzard, even within the same...

Monte Cristo Granite

Monte Cristo is quarried in a bedrock quarry in Northern India. The veining and movement of this granite will change from block to block, as will the color tones. Some shipments will appear more white in the overall look, while others will be more silver. Gold, yellow, or...

The Facts About Granite, Quartz, Quartzite, and Marble

The Facts About Quartz

In this video, Chad will guide you through some facts about caring for your quartz countertops. Discover the benefits of our exclusive Della Terra Quartz collection, a man-made product composed of crushed quartz, pigments, and resin. Learn about its low porosity, resistance to staining, and the minimal maintenance...

The Facts About Marble

Join Chad Raymond, General Manager, as he takes you on a journey through the world of marble. Discover fascinating facts about this exquisite natural stone and learn why it’s a popular choice for kitchen countertops. Explore the unique variations in color, veining, and patterns that make each marble...

The Facts About Quartzite

Choosing the perfect countertop involves research and finding a beautiful and functional option. Join Chad, General Manager at Arizona Tile, as he shares interesting facts about durable quartzite countertops. Discover the key difference between quartz and quartzite, with quartzite being a naturally occurring stone formed over time. Learn...

Arizona Tile Features

Arizona Tile Company Video (2008)

Learn about the origins of Arizona Tile starting with our founder and Heisman Trophy winner, John Huarte. See the full story about how Mr. Huarte opened the first Arizona Tile location and began creating long-lasting relationships with producers of porcelain and ceramic tile from around the world.

Quarrying Stone Surfaces

Learn about the complex process in which we bring the different stone materials from quarries all around the world, right to your countertops. From naturally formed stone in places like Italy, Spain, and India for commercial and residential spaces, Arizona Tile selects only the more extraordinary surfaces on...

1929 Historic Home Remodel

Selecting materials for a historic home can be difficult! You want to stay true to the era of the house, but also infuse it with your own personality and materials that last. Check out how professional designer Angela updated her 1929 home in Phoenix using Arizona Tile materials,...

The Company

Arizona Tile Company Video (2008)

Learn about the origins of Arizona Tile starting with our founder and Heisman Trophy winner, John Huarte. See the full story about how Mr. Huarte opened the first Arizona Tile location and began creating long-lasting relationships with producers of porcelain and ceramic tile from around the world.

Quarrying Stone Surfaces

Learn about the complex process in which we bring the different stone materials from quarries all around the world, right to your countertops. From naturally formed stone in places like Italy, Spain, and India for commercial and residential spaces, Arizona Tile selects only the more extraordinary surfaces on...

Arizona Tile Tempe Facilities

We have multiple locations across 10 western states, but our Arizona Tile location in Tempe, AZ boasts some of our largest tile & slab warehouse facilities. Housing thousands of Della Terra® Quartz, marble, granite, and other natural stone slabs as well as tile products from porcelain to glass,...

Product Maintenance

Preventing Stains and Surface Damage on Natural Stone with Arizona Tile and Beyond Stone Solutions

Arizona Tile has partnered with Beyond Stone Solutions for a chat about how to prevent stains and surface damage on natural stone surfaces like marble, granite, quartz, and more. We discuss ways to tell if your natural stone is properly sealed, how best to clean and maintain your...

Using Poulticing to Remove Stains from Natural Stone with Arizona Tile and Beyond Stone Solutions

Arizona Tile has partnered with Beyond Stone Solutions to talk about the classification of natural stone stains and how you can best remove stains from your natural stone using a poultice. From marble to travertine, to quartz or granite, we cover the proper techniques for how to use...

Identifying Stains on Natural Stone with Arizona Tile and Beyond Stone Solutions

Arizona Tile has partnered with Beyond Stone Solutions to talk about how to properly identify stains on your natural stone. Before you can move on to cleaning the natural stone surface using a poultice or other methods, you need to know which technique will work best based on...

Tile

Nominal vs Actual Tile Size

Did you realize that the 24”x 48” porcelain tile you’re eyeing may not precisely measure 24×48 inches? Understanding industry size terminology is crucial when selecting flooring or wall tiles. It’s important to clarify the significance of “nominal” and “actual” dimensions in porcelain tiles. Although tile is sold by...

What to Consider Before Your Tile Installation

Grasping the differences between LHT mortar and thinset, along with selecting suitable trim, ensures a successful, long-lasting tile project. Consult with your installation team and Arizona Tile staff for personalized assistance. Join Arizona Tile Purchasing Agent, Riccardo, in this video as he details what you need to know...

Through Body vs Color Body

Today we’re diving into the world of porcelain tiles and exploring the differences between color-body and through-body porcelain. If you’re considering a tile project, understanding these differences can help you narrow down options that may be best for you. Check out this video to learn more!

Arizona Tile Locations

Arizona Tile Showroom Tour: Livermore

Whether you are building your dream kitchen, renovating an older space, or planning the addition of an outdoor living area, Arizona Tile has a wide range of materials to suit your specific design plans. Nature, technology and design continue to deliver new looks and innovative features.

Arizona Tile Showroom Tour: Roseville

Whether you are building your dream kitchen, renovating an older space, or planning the addition of an outdoor living area, Arizona Tile has a wide range of materials to suit your specific design plans. Nature, technology and design continue to deliver new looks and innovative features.

Arizona Tile Showroom Tour: Denver

Whether you are building your dream kitchen, renovating an older space, or planning the addition of an outdoor living area, Arizona Tile has a wide range of materials to suit your specific design plans. Nature, technology and design continue to deliver new looks and innovative features.

Installation

Tile Installation: How to Measure Warpage

When installing tile, particularly larger plank and rectangular tiles, there are a few things to take into consideration. We’ll walk you through those steps.