Submitted by Annette M. Callari, A.S.I.D.; CMGOctober 14, 2009 marked the date for the American Society of Interior Designers annual tradeshow here in Southern California.  Attending that show as a professional designer is always...
Topics: Bathrooms / Bathroom Flooring, Interior Decorating / Interior Design, Kitchens / Kitchen Flooring

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By Annette M. Callari, ASID; CMGEvery now and then something comes along in the world of floor coverings that really stirs up some hefty design waves.  I think Armstrong Floors has done just that with the introduction of their Barrel Creek hardwood...
Topics: Hardwood Flooring

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Submitted by Annette Callari, ASID; CMGPorcelanosa USA is a well-known name when it comes to innovative tile design and sleek, contemporary cabinetry for kitchens and baths.  The European flavor is pervasive, building artistic focus around line, shape...
Topics: Bathrooms / Bathroom Flooring

{"title":"Living Colours","post_url":"http:\/\/floortalk.wfca.org\/2009\/09\/21\/living-colours\/","feed_url":"http:\/\/floortalk.wfca.org\/feed\/","author":null,"date":"2009-09-21 13:45:52","summary":"Submitted by Annette Callari, ASID; CMGPorcelanosa USA is a well-known name when it comes to innovative tile design and sleek, contemporary cabinetry for kitchens and baths.\u00a0 The European flavor is pervasive, building artistic focus around line, shape..."}

 Question: I read all of the articles regarding cleaning of ceramic floors and saw not to use ammonia or harsh detergents but what should I use? And how do I make them shine?Answer: From the question you posed, it seems you already know what NOT to do...
Topics: ceramic tile, Flooring Maintenance, Glass / Ceramic / Ceramic Tile Floors, reader question, Reader Questions

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Submitted by Annette M. Callari, A.S.I.D.; CMGNo doubt you have heard the old adage “less is more” many times.  Never has it been more relevant to good design than now.  Have you ever been in a home where every surface was covered with...
Topics: Interior Decorating / Interior Design

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