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“People want less grout today, x93 Carwile says. “They want clean lines and continuous surfaces. x93 With more than 22 finishes and slabs that range from 15-by-30 inches to 5-by-10 feet, The Plane Collection offers an endless array of design applications and the option to do entire showers, kitchen countertops, and islands without a single grout line. While these tiles may mimic natural stone—everything from onyx to Arabescato—in appearance, their durability is far superior.
“Because they’re made out of porcelain, they’re not like natural stone you have to be mindful of and seal, x93 Carwile explains. “These won’t even take sealant. They’re inherently scratch-resistant, stain-resistant, heat, and burn-resistant—and that list goes on and on. x93
7104 Crossroads Blvd., Ste. 112, 615-712-9439; henrytile.com
Robert F. Henry Tile Company — The Plane Collection by StonePeak
George Carwile of Robert F. Henry Tile Company calls StonePeak’s Plane Collection—utilizing large-format, thin porcelain slabs for a look that’s both sleek and seamless—“the latest and greatest on the market. x93“People want less grout today, x93 Carwile says. “They want clean lines and continuous surfaces. x93 With more than 22 finishes and slabs that range from 15-by-30 inches to 5-by-10 feet, The Plane Collection offers an endless array of design applications and the option to do entire showers, kitchen countertops, and islands without a single grout line. While these tiles may mimic natural stone—everything from onyx to Arabescato—in appearance, their durability is far superior.
“Because they’re made out of porcelain, they’re not like natural stone you have to be mindful of and seal, x93 Carwile explains. “These won’t even take sealant. They’re inherently scratch-resistant, stain-resistant, heat, and burn-resistant—and that list goes on and on. x93
7104 Crossroads Blvd., Ste. 112, 615-712-9439; henrytile.com
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The result is The Essentials line, a budget-friendly collection of tiles that comes in seven colors and five textures, from honeycomb to pinstripe. Hulsey says the patterns offer a bold, unique statement while still being cost-efficient. “Because of this, we like to call them basic and badass, x93 she says. “They are handmade and hand-glazed artisan tiles that combine the popular look of a subway tile with textures that take the traditional subway to the next level, personalizing your design. x93
2930 Sidco Dr., 615-244-6448; missionstonetile.com
Mission Stone & Tile — The Essentials Line
While out on a weekend shopping trip, Mission Stone & Tile owner Mary Elizabeth Hulsey came across a set of small chafing dishes that had textures pressed into the exterior of the bowls—and a light bulb went off in her head. “I had already been brainstorming the idea of an affordable artisan line. We were offering our Beveled Arabesque, a hand-glazed tile that was beginning to gain national attention, but we needed something that could be used in a variety of installations, beyond the backsplash, x93 Hulsey says. “The moment I saw the textured bowls, I was immediately inspired. I snatched up the bowls, shipped them to our factory, and requested that they be made into small tiles. x93The result is The Essentials line, a budget-friendly collection of tiles that comes in seven colors and five textures, from honeycomb to pinstripe. Hulsey says the patterns offer a bold, unique statement while still being cost-efficient. “Because of this, we like to call them basic and badass, x93 she says. “They are handmade and hand-glazed artisan tiles that combine the popular look of a subway tile with textures that take the traditional subway to the next level, personalizing your design. x93
2930 Sidco Dr., 615-244-6448; missionstonetile.com
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The Métropole Collection is unique in that it combines marble—Carrara, Calacatta, or Thassos, for example—with different elements like brass, glass, mirror, and steel. Each pattern comes in petite and grande repetitions as well as warm and cool colors. The subsequent designs are aesthetically appealing and completely customizable.
303 11th Ave. S., 615-782-8000; kennycompany.com
Kenny & Company — The Métropole Collection by Mosaique Surface
After a recent renovation, family-owned Kenny & Company’s showroom of luxe lighting, hardware, plumbing, and tile is more enticing than ever. The space is arranged in life-size vignettes, a layout that showcases the sheer number of options available to designers and consumers alike. Perhaps most impressive is the Métropole Collection by Mosaique Surface, a line of tile exclusive to Kenny & Company. “It’s definitely not your run-of-the-mill tile, x93 showroom manager Cara Highfield explains. “It’s a more exotic selection you’re not going to see elsewhere. They’re really showstopping pieces. x93The Métropole Collection is unique in that it combines marble—Carrara, Calacatta, or Thassos, for example—with different elements like brass, glass, mirror, and steel. Each pattern comes in petite and grande repetitions as well as warm and cool colors. The subsequent designs are aesthetically appealing and completely customizable.
303 11th Ave. S., 615-782-8000; kennycompany.com