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Bedrosians Tivoli Series

Tivoli Series

Tivoli series with its muted travertine colors creates a timeless elegance to any application. Available in three colors, Alba, Crema and Terra, this porcelain tile is sure to make your floor, counter or wall a "work of art."

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Bedrosians Opus Series

Opus Series

Inspired by centuries of stone craftsmanship, the Opus collection captures the beauty of hand-carved marble and travertine in a refined, high-performance porcelain format. Opus brings texture, depth, and architectural presence to both residential and commercial spaces.

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Bedrosians Mystere Series

Mystere Series

The classic Venetian style makes the product appropriate for floors and walls. Its seamless flow with a structured finish makes it perfect for outdoor patios and pool decks.

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Bedrosians Legacy Series

Legacy Series

Legacy features two distinct pieces: a kite and a petal. This innovative design allows you to mix and match for a personalized look that suits any space. Legacy adds character and creativity to your walls, making it perfect for any room.

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Bedrosians Oda Series

Oda Series

A porcelain interpretation of French fossil stone, Oda balances visual texture with tonal subtlety. Available in three neutral color ways and a soft textured finish, it’s a versatile option for floors, walls, and wet areas.

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Bedrosians Antica Roma Series

Antica Roma Series

Antica Roma is inspired by Roman elegance, this 12”x12” glazed porcelain tile features soft veining and rich movement, finished with a matte surface made for today’s interiors. It's available in four elevated tones – Bianco, Oro, Grigio, and Nero.

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Bedrosians Lantern Series

Lantern Series

This 3" × 8" extruded porcelain tile brings depth, movement, and dimension to any wall. A reactive glaze creates subtle tonal shifts and surface variation, giving each piece its own unique character. With its softly sculpted shape and hint of sheen, it adds richness and texture to any application.

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Bedrosians Sinai Series

Sinai Series

Available in four earthy tones —Beige, Terra, Green, and Blue— each tile offers bold shade variation for a naturally dynamic look, without the upkeep of real stone. Sinai is your go-to for slip-resistant style with timeless appeal.

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Tile Types

Definitions

Ceramic Tile

Ceramic tile is a finished product made from raw materials such as red clay, feldspar, silica sand, and talc. It is fired in a kiln at temperatures exceeding 2000°F and may be unglazed, though it is most often glazed to provide a broad range of colors and finishes.

Characteristics:

  • Made from clay and mineral-based raw materials.
  • Fired at high temperatures for hardness and durability.
  • Usually glazed to add color and surface protection.
  • Available in a wide variety of styles and finishes.

Uses:

  • Residential and light commercial flooring.
  • Kitchen and bathroom walls.
  • Backsplashes and decorative surfaces.

Ceramic tile is a practical and versatile option that balances style, performance, and affordability.

Porcelain Tile

Porcelain tile is made from dense greyish clay, feldspar, silica sand, and talc, and is fired at temperatures exceeding 2300°F. Because it absorbs very little moisture, it offers excellent resistance to wear and freeze-thaw conditions.

Characteristics:

  • Denser than standard ceramic tile.
  • Very low moisture absorption.
  • Strong resistance to weather and temperature changes.
  • Can be glazed or unglazed.

Uses:

  • Indoor and outdoor flooring.
  • Bathrooms, kitchens, patios, and entryways.
  • Commercial spaces needing strength and durability.

Porcelain tile is a premium-performance material ideal for spaces that demand strength, style, and moisture resistance.

Glass Tile

Glass tile can range from very small mosaic pieces to larger decorative formats. It may be integrally colored or have a painted backing, creating reflective depth, visual brightness, and a distinctive textural look.

Characteristics:

  • Reflective and visually striking surface.
  • Available in many colors and sizes.
  • Can create depth and light play.
  • Common in mosaic and accent applications.

Uses:

  • Backsplashes and shower walls.
  • Accent bands and feature walls.
  • Decorative inserts in modern spaces.

Glass tile is often chosen for decorative impact, helping brighten spaces with color, sheen, and contemporary style.

Clay Tile

Clay tile includes products such as Saltillo from Mexico and terra-cotta paver tile from Europe. These tiles are known for their handcrafted appearance, warm coloration, and rustic appeal, though they often require sealing and experienced installation.

Characteristics:

  • Natural earthy appearance.
  • Often handmade or artisan-inspired.
  • Usually porous and requires sealing.
  • Can require more maintenance than dense tile types.

Uses:

  • Rustic interiors and courtyards.
  • Patios and outdoor living spaces.
  • Spaces seeking old-world character.

Clay tile delivers warmth and handcrafted charm, making it especially appealing in traditional, Mediterranean, and rustic designs.

Granite

Granite is a dense igneous stone composed primarily of quartz and feldspar. Known for its strength and durability, it offers a natural speckled appearance and is highly resistant to wear, making it ideal for both interior and exterior applications.

Characteristics:

  • Extremely hard and durable surface.
  • Distinctive granular and speckled appearance.
  • Resistant to scratches, heat, and heavy traffic.
  • Less porous than many natural stones but still benefits from sealing.

Uses:

  • Flooring in high-traffic areas.
  • Kitchen countertops and backsplashes.
  • Outdoor patios and walkways.
  • Commercial and residential applications.

Granite provides long-lasting performance with natural beauty, making it a top choice where durability and strength are essential.

Marble

Marble is a metamorphic stone composed primarily of calcite or dolomite. Its elegant veining and refined look make it a classic design material, though its porous nature means it should be sealed after installation.

Characteristics:

  • Elegant natural veining and movement.
  • Classic high-end appearance.
  • Porous and benefits from sealing.
  • Best suited to interior environments.

Uses:

  • Interior flooring and walls.
  • Bathrooms and decorative features.
  • Luxury residential applications.

Marble brings timeless sophistication to interiors and is often selected where natural beauty and elegance are priorities.

Limestone

Limestone is a sedimentary rock formed from layered deposits over long periods of time. It is porous and should be sealed, but it remains a popular material for interiors and can also be used outdoors as a paver.

Characteristics:

  • Soft, natural stone appearance.
  • Porous and typically sealed after installation.
  • Available in subtle, earthy tones.
  • Suitable for classic and natural-looking designs.

Uses:

  • Interior floors and walls.
  • Bathrooms and living areas.
  • Outdoor paver applications in some settings.

Limestone offers understated natural beauty and works well where a softer, timeless stone look is desired.

Travertine

Travertine is a calcite-based stone formed near springs, especially hot springs. It is known for its layered mineral character, warm color range, and naturally occurring holes and movement that make each piece unique.

Characteristics:

  • Warm natural tones from ivory to mocha and gold.
  • Distinctive veining and mineral bands.
  • Naturally varied from piece to piece.
  • Commonly features small holes or voids.

Uses:

  • Interior flooring and walls.
  • Bathrooms and living areas.
  • Outdoor pavers and patios.

Travertine is valued for warm character and natural variation, making it a favorite for inviting, textured spaces.

Slate

Slate is a fine-grained metamorphic rock that splits into thin layers. Its durability, natural cleft texture, and strong visual character have made it popular for both indoor and outdoor flooring applications.

Characteristics:

  • Layered natural texture.
  • Durable and hard-wearing surface.
  • Distinctive earthy visual appeal.
  • Suitable for interior and exterior use.

Uses:

  • Floors, entries, and mudrooms.
  • Outdoor walkways and patios.
  • Natural-look wall and accent surfaces.

Slate combines rugged durability with organic style, making it a strong choice for practical spaces with natural character.

Sandstone

Sandstone is a sedimentary rock composed of sand or quartz grains cemented together. It is known for durability and earthy red, yellow, or brown coloring and is used in both interior accents and exterior applications.

Characteristics:

  • Dense and cohesive natural stone.
  • Often found in warm earthy tones.
  • Durable with a grounded, architectural look.
  • Suitable for selective indoor and outdoor use.

Uses:

  • Accent walls and decorative surfaces.
  • Exterior cladding.
  • Natural-style architectural details.

Sandstone offers natural warmth and durability, especially in settings that benefit from earthy color and texture.

Quartzite

Quartzite is a metamorphic rock formed when quartz-rich sandstone is altered by heat, pressure, and chemical processes. This recrystallization creates an exceptionally strong stone suitable for interior and exterior use.

Characteristics:

  • Extremely strong and dense stone.
  • Composed almost entirely of quartz.
  • Formed under heat and pressure.
  • Suitable for demanding environments.

Uses:

  • Indoor floors and walls.
  • Outdoor surfaces and architectural use.
  • Spaces requiring durability and natural beauty.

Quartzite is a high-performance natural stone that combines beauty, strength, and long-term versatility.


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