Category Archives: Cement Tile

Make Your One-of-a-kind Tile Floors Shine with These Cleaning Tips

Beautiful tile flooring can make for an inspired addition to your home, but it may also involve special upkeep.  Your cleaning method will look different depending on your choice of tile, but a few rules work well for any tile floor. Regularly sweep or dust mop as general upkeep. You’ll also want to do this […]

Springtime Is Calling for a Brand New Outdoor Tile Project

As the days get warmer, an outdoor lounge space is becoming a necessity. Fortunately, outdoor tile projects are the perfect way to kick-start your spring. Outdoor tiles are a fantastic addition to give your home a unique aesthetic. From patios to pools to outdoor bars, our selection of cement and Zellige tiles is the best […]

Infuse Coziness into Your Living Space with Riad’s Warm Tiles

Winter is often associated with darker days and longer nights. As the winter chill sets in, there’s nothing quite like returning to a comfy and inviting home. One way to achieve this coziness is by incorporating Riad’s warm-colored tiles into your living space. Counteract the gloominess of winter by introducing a burst of color into […]

The New East Dallas Restaurant Goes ‘Cosmic Country’ with Riad Tile

East Dallas has a new kid on the block — and it’s a feast for all the senses. Birdie’s Eastside is the culinary brainchild of restaurateur Jon Alexis, who saw serious potential in the former site of a Luby’s that had been serving up cafeteria-style food for three decades. The newly opened restaurant is also […]

Create a Cozy Winter Space Around Your Fireplace with Tile

During winter months, your fireplace takes on double duty as décor and utility. With everyone gathered inside, it’s natural to want a central location that draws friends and family together for the evening. There’s more to a fireplace than the logs burning inside, though. Some of the best fireplace features happen to be the style […]

Tile Trends to Watch for 2024

When it comes to interior design trends, tile is an exciting material to watch because it’s so versatile. It serves a functional purpose in the home and adds visual allure to counters, backsplashes, floors, showers, fireplaces, and more. Its uses are delightfully unlimited, especially as tile continues to evolve over time — with an incredible […]

Riad’s Cement Tile Makes a Bold Backsplash Statement in Magical ‘No Demo Reno’ Makeover

A heartwarming episode of “No Demo Reno” on HGTV recently featured our handcrafted 2″x8″ Black cement tile.   In the season three installment, “Bachelor Pad,” interior design extraordinaire and HGTV host Jenn Todryk helped widower Randy Simpson realize the design vision his wife Dawn had for their home before she passed away. Randy shares the house […]

Guide to the Bishop Arts District in Dallas: Explore, Eat, Shop, and Check Out Our Tile

The bustling Bishop Arts District is nestled in the heart of North Oak Cliff, just five minutes from downtown. Once the busiest trolley stop in 1930s Dallas, the revitalized neighborhood currently boasts over 60 independent boutiques, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and art galleries. As you explore, you’ll soon discover that the popular arts district Dallas […]

Minimalist Tile Designs that Maximize Your Space

We’re always on the lookout for tile ideas that speak to a range of design visions, and the minimalist aesthetic is more popular than ever these days. By marrying functionality with a sleek, understated design, the minimalist approach delivers spaces that epitomize a less-is-more style with stunning results. Make it Monochrome A key component of […]

Use These Tiles to Create the Colorful Look of Autumn

It’s no surprise that fall is so many people’s favorite season. It’s a beautiful time to revel in crisp air, cozy sweaters, pumpkin spice lattes, and a gorgeous array of gold, orange, maroon, and green leaves. And it’s fun to hike, bike, or drive through scenic parks and highways to see nature’s stunning visual display […]

Get Spooky With Our Favorite Tiles to Amplify Your Halloween Decor

Hello, ghosts and ghouls; our favorite time of year is almost upon us! That’s right; it’s time to dust off your brooms, fire up your cauldrons, and string up your cobwebs for Halloween. And nothing will up the spook factor of your decorations like the perfect backdrop for your decorations.    View this post on […]

It’s Cozy Season: Crush on These Fab Fireplace Tile Ideas

‘Tis the season for NFL, PSL (pumpkin spice lattes, of course), and getting that fireplace ready for prime time. Name something better than the crackling sound of a fire to instantly deliver warm and cuddly vibes. But is your hearth ready for the cozy big leagues? If your fireplace design leaves you cold, crush on […]

4 Ways to Harness the Lavish Look of Tile

We’re always looking for interior design tips for wealthy, luxurious interiors that can purposefully incorporate tile. Some of our favorites lately showcase just how versatile tile can be when it comes to creating a lavish look. Overflowing with Style Sometimes, abundance is one of the easiest ways to achieve a lavish design. Rather than having […]

3 Design Tips to Help You Pair Tile with Your Room’s Décor

Tile isn’t just a functional part of your space — it also greatly influences the design feel. Finding the perfect match can be challenging when you’re trying to pair tile with other choices (like that piece of furniture you’ve been eyeing for years). Fortunately, the most inspirational designs don’t just come from rooms where everything […]

5 Tips for Adding Pattern and Flair to Your Space with Tile

Installing tile injects a wow factor into your design scheme and is an easy way to add pattern and excitement to any space. Be sure to think beyond the kitchen and bathroom, too. There are many unique ways to use tile to accentuate an area and create a focal point. If you’re ready to get […]

It’s a Barbie World: 4 Ideas for a Barbie Dream House Interior

It’s been the summer of Barbie, and life in plastic has suddenly become very, very fantastic. A box office darling, the Margot Robbie-led Barbie flick has stirred up unprecedented pink mania for Mattel’s doll that initially made her big debut in 1959 — not that she looks a day over 19.  Every brand from Béis […]

Dark and Light: Using Contrasting Colors to Make a Room Pop

Rooms aren’t just for living in — they’re for showing off your personal style! Experimenting with different combinations of tile, flooring, and fixtures is one of our favorite ways to find the perfect balance of functionality and personality. Designing with a mix of contrasting tones, lights, and darks is one trend that keeps popping up […]

4 Beautiful Ways Tile Elevated Outdoor Spaces

We most often see tile on bathroom floors and kitchen backsplashes in a home. But some of our favorite ways to use tile are in outside spaces, too! From patios to pools, outdoor tile makes a statement in any backyard.  Zellige tile is a perfect, durable option for the outdoors. The hand-crafted Moroccan tiles vary […]

How to Mix and Match Tiles to Create Stunning Interior Spaces

With so many different tile materials, shapes, sizes, patterns, and colors available, the décor options are endless. But is it okay to use different kinds of tile like cement tile, ceramic tile, and Zellige tile throughout your home? How about in the same room? The short answer is, yes.   View this post on Instagram […]

Terrazzo Takes Center Stage: Discover the Modern Revival of a Classic Material

When it comes to flooring, there are plenty of options to choose from. But one material that’s making a comeback is Terrazzo, a centuries-old material with more than 500 years of history. Durable, low-maintenance, and beautiful Terrazzo is gaining popularity among architects and designers alike. Derived from the Italian word “terrazzo,” Terrazzo is a type […]

4 Stunning Shower Tile Looks to Spark Your Creativity

When we think about some of our favorite tile upgrades in home projects, shower tile installations always pop to the top of the list. Tile in a small space requires it to meet both functional and aesthetic goals, so shower tile has a significant role in making a bathroom remodel shine. Some of the best […]

Durable Tiles That Make a Striking Design Statement

Spaces like the mudroom, patio, kitchen, and bathroom endure a lot of traffic and are also exposed to moisture. Using durable tile that holds up well long-term is an excellent choice for these areas. If you’re looking for tile durability that also makes a striking design statement, Riad Tile offers several options. Consider these popular, […]

Bold on a Budget: Riad Tiles for $10 or Less

One of the many incredible things about tile is its versatility. From floors to walls, tables, and countertops, you can transform any surface and space with tile. You can also create a high-impact effect that looks lavish but easily accessible with cheap tile options.  So many of our most beloved, statement-making tile designs ring in […]

Get Your Color On with These Trendy Summer Tiles

Summer is here, which means days last longer, and hectic schedules often slow down. Installing colorful tiles is one way to celebrate the warm, sunny weather and brighten indoor and outdoor spaces. Riad Tile offers a wide array of tile colors to suit multiple applications. Check out these stunning summer tile selections for fun color […]

3 Ways Tile Added Life to the Fireplace

Many designers and homeowners want to upgrade their fireplaces, but choosing a style can be daunting. This home feature is often the center of your living room, visible from across the house, so design decisions make a significant impact. Whether starting with brick, tile, cement or even wood paneling, a fireplace tile upgrade is the […]

Tackle Your Tile Planning with This Guide

Getting that first seed of inspiration for a home renovation project is fun and exciting. If you know you want to use tile, that’s one big decision down — and you’re not alone in your choice. Tile is popular for a room refresh because the endless combinations of textures, colors and patterns can fully transform […]

Pros and Cons of Painting Tile: Here’s What to Know

If your bathroom or kitchen tile looks outdated or dingy, painting it is an economical refresh option. Painting over tiles you already have is less work than ripping them out and installing new tiles. The question is, can you paint tile? If yes, how much work is involved? Before you try, here’s everything you need […]

Hot Summer Tile Trends to Help Your Space Sizzle

Warm, sunny weather inspires creativity, and designers and DIYers can’t wait to explore summer tile trends to transform a space. From the laundry room to the master bath to the kitchen and beyond, the best summer tiles will brighten up your home. To stay in step with tile trends 2023, use mosaics, hexagons, Terrazzo, and […]

9 Bathroom Tile Renovations Inspiring Us This Spring

If you’re considering an upcoming bathroom renovation, there’s an excellent chance bathroom tile will factor into your plans.  Tile is among the most functional and durable surface materials in interior design. Given the amount of water and wear our bathrooms endure, it’s worth choosing the highest possible quality tile you can.  In addition to being […]

Get Inspired by These Checkerboard Floor Standouts

Classics always make a comeback, and checkerboard floors are enjoying some time back in the spotlight. This design style has been a popular choice off and on since Egyptian elites chose the pattern for their floors — and with good reason!  The checkerboard pattern is versatile in its color, placement, size, and ability to seamlessly […]

What to Expect from Riad Tile’s Delivery Process

Riad Tile’s exceptional tile delivery process allows you to track your delivery date, ensure your tiles aren’t damaged, and enjoy our customer-friendly staff to support you along the way!  To ensure your order arrives as smoothly as possible, read on to learn what you can expect with our curbside delivery process. Tile Delivery Methods Once […]

A Complete Guide to Picking Your New Bathroom Tile

Choosing tile for your bathroom renovation is exciting, but all those options might make it feel overwhelming. How do you know what tile color, size, material and pattern is right for your space? Don’t stress! This guide explains how to pick out your new bathroom tile with renovation examples featuring some popular tiles. Set a […]

3 Unique Twists on Tile to Transform Utility Rooms

Laundry rooms and mudrooms are the ultimate utility players in a home, meaning they sometimes don’t get the kind of design attention that’s typically showered on spaces like kitchens, baths, and bedrooms. But that doesn’t mean that these rooms have to be the afterthought. Function AND form can come together in these spaces, and tile […]

How Tiles Can Add Focus and Style to Your Room

Updating your home is a labor of love. So many design choices influence how a space feels for you and your guests, so it’s essential to consider all the details.  Tile is an exceptionally versatile element since it comes in an astonishing assortment of colors, patterns, finishes and sizes. Rather than just using tile to […]

How to Keep Tile Floors Clean and Shiny

Tile floors add beauty and elegance to your home. Cleaning and maintaining them regularly helps keep them looking their best. Different countertops require different kinds of cleaners, and each type of tile requires different cleaning methods. Follow these tips to keep the tile floors throughout your house clean and shiny. Vacuum or Sweep Loose Dirt […]

Our New Checkerboard Tiles Can Truly Elevate Your Space

Checkerboard tile has a long history and remains a popular trend for upscale designs. First seen in paintings from Ancient Egypt, then a famous symbol for the Masons, checkerboard flooring became popular in the United States in the 1950s as a frequently used pattern for diner floors. Today, designers use checkerboard patterns to make a […]

Customer Spotlight: Katie Produces an Inviting Bathroom with Our Casablanca and Penny Round Tiles

Katie Bowling is an interior designer and mom of three who works with her husband to renovate old homes. Their 1920s Cape Charles, Virginia beach cottage is a 325-square-foot tiny home, so every room matters.    View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Katie Bowling | home design + DIY (@katiebowlinghome) They […]

Why Better Homes and Gardens Loves Our Zellige Tile

In a world where it’s easy to get a high-tech, factory-perfect look, there’s a reason why handcrafted design elements are experiencing a resurgence.  Riad Tile’s co-founder, Aubrey Butcher, recently spoke with Better Homes and Gardens to highlight one of the handcrafted materials taking center stage: Zellige tile. If a design trend is profiled by Better […]

3 Creative Ways to Use Our Maya Cement Tile

The Maya Cement tile offers an incredibly versatile tile design. Maya tiles are 8-inch square tiles handmade by artisans specializing in making encaustic cement tiles. They come in four gorgeous colors, green, white, blue, and black.  Each tile’s design is deceptively simple because the real beauty and complexity of the Maya tile come out when […]

5 Clever DIY Ways to Use Leftover Tile

Leftovers can get a bad rap, but when it comes to that stack of unused, surplus tiles from a recent project, don’t even think about relegating it to your garage, where it will never see the light of day again. Instead, it’s time to think outside the tile box and put those extras to work […]

7 Stunning White Tile Kitchen Makeovers to Inspire You

Ask some interior designers, and they may tell you that the white-on-white kitchen isn’t burning quite as brightly as it once did. But as kitchen trends continue to circulate and the heat goes up and down on the looks du jour, one thing that will never overstay its welcome is stunning white kitchen tile. The […]

Top Tile Trends of 2023

A new year means new opportunities to make some big changes—one of which may be updating your home! Whether it’s our new marble, unglazed or thin Zellige tile, or vertical subway tile, check out what we expect to be the significant tile trends throughout this year.  Calacatta Gold Marble    View this post on Instagram […]

The Top 5 Tile Trends This Winter

With temperatures dropping and the occasional promise of snow as we approach the worst of the winter season, there’s no doubt we’ll all be spending a bit more time indoors. Colder weather often brings an increasing need to feel inspired by our indoor surroundings. Enter classic and fun tile designs! Whether you’re using tile in […]

DIY Couple Nik and Alivia Find a Silver Lining In Broken Bow, Oklahoma

The Cabin Collection is a group of four sleek but snug cabins in Broken Bow, Oklahoma, designed in collaboration with Dallas designer Gilded Heights. With the peaceful green forest of Broken Bow as a backdrop, each of the four rentable cabins is thoughtfully and lovingly designed and features a variety of stunning Riad Tile in […]

These Businesses Leveraged Zellige Tiles to Create Stunning Spaces for Customers

Zellige tiles are a timeless option—and for good reason! These handcrafted tiles use natural clay from Fez, Morocco that’s harvested and fired at a low temperature.  The tile is then glazed using an ancient process before it’s fired again. The second firing round often causes crazing, when the glaze breaks slightly to show several small […]

Tiles Are Never Black or White

Black and white tile designs are returning in-vogue. There are many unique ways to combine typically simplistic black-and-white tiles to create something visually exciting and structurally sound. You can use a black-and-white color scheme to create designs that are as intricate as they are stunning.  Estrella Black Cement Tiles For example, these gorgeous bathrooms from […]

How to Use Maximalist Design in Every Room of Your Home

Maximalism is trending, especially among the Gen-Z population. The opposite of minimalism, maximalism reflects excess, which is perhaps why it’s popular with a generation who grew up on the internet and its seemingly endless array of ideas. Maximalism has given way to this generation’s preference for bold aesthetics, mixed patterns, textures and lots of colors.   […]

Need a Bar Makeover? Check Out Our Favorite Tiled Bars

Families and friends often congregate in the room that holds the bar, its most central, prominent section. It’s not just the high-top counter, high-top chairs or the bottles of high-quality liquor, either. It’s also the spot where parents can unwind after a challenging workday or kids can hide during a game of hide-and-seek. It’s the […]

5 Retro Tile Designs You Have To Try

While the term “modern” often gets thrown around regarding contemporary or sleek design, the modern design period occurred in the first two-thirds of the twentieth century. Modern design and midcentury modern design after it are what we commonly consider retro style—characterized by clean lines, intense accent colors, and lively textures. We’re here to confirm that […]

This Charming Plant Shop Uses Our Pink Cement Tile Inside

We recently wrote a blog highlighting the magic of an unlikely color combination: green and pink. The way that a soft pink makes verdant areas pop is the perfect way to highlight your green thumb and nature’s magnificence with a playful twist. Our customer spotlight this week is all about the magic that happens when […]

Check Out This Chic Café Design For Drip Coffee Company

Picture this: you’re on your way to get a morning coffee, groggy before a long day of work. You walk into a new coffee shop down the street, prepared for the monotony of white walls and espresso machines. Instead, you see this:   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Riad Tile […]

We Designed A Luxury Cabin Getaway in Broken Bow, OK

What do our zellige, cement, marble, and terrazzo tiles have in common? They were all used to design four swanky and snug cabins in Broken Bow, Oklahoma.  With floor-to-ceiling windows, beautiful design from Dallas designer Gilded Heights, and the forest as a backdrop, tiles from all four of our collections fit perfectly into The Cabin […]

Our Relationship with Cement Tile

As much as we love all of our offerings, we’ll always hold a special place in our hearts for cement tiles. The first style of tile that we offered, cement tile’s exciting patterns, hand-blended colors, and durability worked together to drive its popularity, leading to countless new uses of vibrant patterned tile. Soft Colors and […]

Modern Spaces with a Dose of Handmade Tile

Whether the rustic simplicity of zellige or the complex patterns of encaustic tile, designers all over the US are using these handmade tiles in new and exciting ways to create unique and stunning applications in bathrooms, kitchens, hallways, and more. With each passing day, classic handmade tiles are appearing in more and more homes, allowing […]

Cement Tile and Your Next Project

There are a lot of reasons to love cement tile. Whether you’re entranced by the mesmerizing patterns, in love with the vibrant, organic pigments, or you just enjoy having artisan-crafted materials around your home, cement tile is a great choice for many different spaces.  Cement Tile and What It Can Do in Your Home As […]

Is Cement Tile Right for Your Home?

Over the last few years, cement tile has become more and more common in homes across the US, bringing its unique look to countless bathrooms, kitchens, and patios. Offering bold design and subtle, natural color, it’s no wonder that cement tile has become such a popular addition to the home. But as any interior designer […]

Think Outside the Box with Encaustic Tile

Cement encaustic tile has remained a persistent part of interior decor, appearing in styles as diverse as mid-century modern, bohemian, and art deco.

How and Where to Use Encaustic Cement Tile

You don’t have to wait for the stars to align before you take steps to build the perfect space, and distinctive materials like encaustic cement tile can help you create something specific to your tastes.

Expand Your Color Palette with Cement Tile

One of the most common and unfortunate interior design misconceptions is that vibrant color has little or no place as prominent, permanent parts of large spaces. While this misconception has real roots in the more lackluster design trends of yesteryear (think pastel walls and shag carpets), the reality is that bold color is often an […]

Moroccan Cement Tile: Countless Styles

Despite its historic, Old World roots, Moroccan cement tile has proven to be a popular, stylish, and practical choice for bathrooms in homes of nearly any style.

Marble Tile: New Colors and Styles

Ever since Riad Tile unveiled our marble tile in late 2018, we’ve been amazed by the stunning applications created by our customers. From bright, lively bathrooms to stunning kitchens that positively exude luminescence…

Sprucing Up Your Bathroom

Tile can be used to enhance many areas of the home. From kitchens to bathrooms to patios to entryways, we’ve seen our tiles used to add the perfect dose of color and texture in many different settings. However, the area of the home in which we have noticed the most potential for variety and personalization […]

Meet Our New for 2019 Cement Tiles!

We absolutely love the inimitable style of cement tile. So much so in fact, that we’ve released three brand new patterns just this month! 

Our Stylistic Variety

At Riad, we spend a great deal of time perfecting our designs and experimenting with new ones, resulting in both modern takes on a classic art form and perfected versions of established designs.

Sleek Black and White Tile

With its neutral pigmentation and entrancing design, our black and white tile is perfect for even the most dynamic interior decorator.

Tile Flooring: Different Styles and Preferences

Tile flooring provides a unique avenue to explore different tastes in interior decoration. Take a look at just a few of our favorite applications!

Moroccan Tile: Elegant and Functional Décor

Styles and trends can be as frustrating as they are interesting. Some years, home décor trends may lean more toward simplicity while others might show an affinity to ornate designs…

The History of the Cement Tile Backsplash

While the kitchen backsplash is a common sight in many homes now, it wasn’t always this way. Where did this incredibly practical idea originate?

Perfecting Tile Flooring in Your Kitchen

A New Standout Kitchen is Far More Attainable than You Think! In some of our past posts, we’ve discussed the importance of the kitchen within any given home. More than just a place to prepare food, the kitchen is a gathering place for friends and family. Whether you’re hosting a small dinner party with familiar […]

Tile Backsplash: A Stellar Accent in Your Kitchen

We love to see kitchens live up to their potential. That’s why we at Riad love seeing our cement tiles being used to create kitchen backsplashes.

The Many Benefits of Tile Flooring

Encaustic tile flooring is the perfect way to make your home stand out and boldly announce your interior decorating vision.

Concrete Tile Backsplash

The holidays are almost upon us! With the holiday season comes friends, family, and a lot of food. All of this food and family necessitates a special gathering place. At Riad Concrete Tile, we want to help you with that gathering place. Let’s talk about your kitchen. Building a Comforting Kitchen with Riad A warm, […]

Cement Tile For the Kitchen

Adding a Splash of Color and Texture to Your Kitchen Make Your Kitchen More Lively and Welcoming with Elegant Cement Tile Within houses of any size, the homiest room is almost always going to be the kitchen. From hosting get-togethers with close friends to cooking holiday meals for the entire family, the kitchen can be […]

Find Your Statement Piece with Cement Tile Backsplash

Cement tile can be as versatile as it is beautiful. In our last blog post we explored how cement tile can be utilized as a timeless accent to save boring bathrooms. But, how else can cement tile be used? As a backsplash of course. Backsplashes are a hot topic in home décor today, and we […]

A Long-Term Fix for Boring Bathrooms: Cement Tile

Even within the most elegantly decorated home, bathrooms tend to take on a character all their own. They can be the dreariest or most outstanding part of any home, with almost everything depending on décor. Though wall colors, updated fixtures, and fancy hand towels all play an important part in ensuring that the bathroom is […]

Simply Grove Blog About Our Cement Tile

Our Cement Tile is Making Waves Our team works extraordinarily hard to make sure each and every tile is up to our high standards, so when we’re acknowledged for our efforts, we’re always incredibly grateful. Simply Grove recently recognized our tile as “the best cement tile around,” noting our affordability as well as our craftsmanship […]

#TileTuesday – This weeks new tile highlight, El Fenn Blue

Cement Tile in El Fenn Blue Happy #tiletuesday, over the next 6 weeks we will be highlighting our 6 new Cement Tile Patterns that will be in stock starting February 2017. This Tile Tuesday we are excited to introduce our “El Fenn Blue” pattern. All of our Handmade Encaustic Cement Tile is only $9

Our Estrella Tile in Kitchen Renovation

Cement Tile Kitchen Renovation Incredible kitchen remodel by @dddashley. Love the use of our “Estrella” pattern cement tile on the kitchen floor. This pattern and all Riad Tile patterns of Handmade Encaustic Cement Tile are only $9sqft. Call/text (805-234-4546) with questions or to place an order.

#TileTuesday, New Pattern Highlight “Excalibur”

Cement Tile in Excalibur Happy #tiletuesday, this week we are highlighting our “Excalibur” pattern Cement Tile which is another of our new patterns arriving this February 2017. This tile is pre-sealed, which will save you time and money on installation. All our Handmade Encaustic Cement Tile

Estrella Pattern Cement Tile in Powder Bathroom

Cement Tile Update in Powder Bathroom Lovely powder bathroom renovation from Ashley Sanderson using Riad Tile’s “Estrella Pattern’ handmade cement tile.  Love the use of an old sewing machine as the sink vanity.  Visit Ashley’s blog at www.themrsandco.com to learn more about her and her renovation.

New Tile Highlight – Havana Cement Tile

Cement Tile in Havana Happy belated Tile Tuesday, this week @riadtile are highlighting our “Havana” pattern Cement Tile which is another of our new patterns arriving this February. This tile is pre-sealed, which will save you time and money on installation. All @riadtile Handmade Encaustic.