Spring into a Tranquil Space with Leaf Imprint Tiles

Project Pick:
Leaf Imprint Tiles Make a Tranquil Space

Bring the outdoors in with our Leaf Imprint Tiles! These decorative leaf tiles are pressed with real leaves, giving them a fossilized look. Our leaf tiles are hand-colored and offer a subtle way to enhance your kitchen or bathroom with a decorative touch.

Imagine my delight when Tom Auer, owner of landscape design and construction firm, The Ground Crafter, contacted me the first of the year about using some of our Leaf Imprint Ceramic Tile for an upcoming trade show exhibit they would be attending. He explained that the tiles were to be used on a water feature, and that he needed them right away. Unfortunately, we did not have any of the 8"x8" pieces in stock and the smaller 4"x4" format wouldn't work for him.

Avente Tile works closely with its tile artisans and we can often beat the standard delivery time, or find ways to improve delivery with expedited freight or shipping. Of course, the artisan agreed and the tiles arrived in time for the show.

Pressed with real leaves, these decorative hand-painted 8"x8" tiles include a Maple Leaf, Ash Leaf, and Ginkgo Leaf design. Tom chose one of each of the following designs in the 8"x8" format to create a triptych that has perfect balance.

Leaf Imprint Tiles

Maple Leaf Tile

Ash Leaf Tile

Gingko Leaf Tile

Our Leaf Imprint tiles are popular kitchen backsplash accents; but, I think this is the first time they have been used as part of a trade show set. The Ground Crafter team created the most tranquil, peaceful exhibit space I've seen. Congratulations on a nice job, Tom! I'm glad we could help with the tiles.

If you're looking for further inspiration with hand-painted decorative tiles, then we urge you to visit our Ceramic Tile Design Ideas portfolio for detailed installation photos and concepts.



NOTE: Images of the above trade show water feature are courtesy of Tom Auer, owner of landscape design and construction firm, The Ground Crafter.

---

Pinterest: Celebrating Spring

"Life stands before me like an eternal spring with new and brilliant clothes." -- Carl Friedrich Gauss

Spring arouses the senses with its freshness, renewal, and reawakening of the vivid colors of flora and fauna alike, and of course, the energy exuded like no other season.

It's with this energizing euphoria where many renovation projects are launched. Be it the bathroom that needs updating, floors that need freshening up, a kitchen that needs brightening, or an outdoor water feature you've been yearning to tackle, Avente Tile can help you meet any design goal. Our extensive Design Ideas gallery features a large collection of projects that incorporate our handmade and hand-painted ceramic tile, cement tile, decorative tile, mosaic tile, and so much more.

In honor of Spring and the month of April, we've selected a sampling of ceramic and cement tiles that would fit in perfectly with your current or upcoming projects!

Spring Vine Hand Painted Ceramic Tile

Portuguese Braganza Hand Painted Ceramic Tile

Artist Series Thimo Pimentel Riley Handmade Cement Tile

---

12x12 Rustic Paver
Color: Cotto Dark

Did you know?

Our Arabesque Cement Tiles and Rustic Cement Tile Pavers are a durable and green product.

These tiles:

1. Have through-body color
2. Are handmade here in the USA
3. Contain recycled content
4. Are not kiln-fired, so no greenhouse gases are released in the manufacture process
5. Made with locally sourced sand, cement and aggregate, which minimizes the transportation fees and costs associated with these raw materials.

Leaf Imprint Tiles and the Right Design Create Tranquility

Tom Auer, owner of landscape design and construction firm, The Ground Crafter, contacted me the first of the year about using some of our Leaf Imprint tiles for an upcoming trade show exhibit they would be attending. He explained that the tile were to be used on a water feature for an accent. He also let me know that he needed them right away. Unfortunately, we did not have any of the 8"x8" pieces in stock and the smaller 4"x4" format wouldn't work for him.

I always hate to disappoint a customer; but, I also try to provide a realistic delivery window. Handmade products require time and often don't work for projects that are on a tight schedule. If it can't be done, c'est la vie; but, let's look at the options. Avente works closely with its tile artisans and sometimes, we can beat the standard delivery time or find ways to improve delivery with expedited freight or shipping. I told Tom that we might be able to make the tiles and still meet his deadline. Of course, the artisan agreed and the tiles arrived in time for the show. Tom was kind enough to share a few photos of the tile installation and their exhibit space. Here are the results!

Our Leaf Imprint tiles are popular kitchen backsplash accents; but, I think this is the first time they have been used as part of a trade show set. I've been to a few trade shows in my day and the exhibit show-stoppers are usually going for "wow" or "big." The Ground Crafter team created the most tranquil, peaceful exhibit space I've seen. I noticed they even included benches and cushions. Smart decision. Not only does it make the space more cozy, but also adds visual value. Seating at any trade show is hard to find. My congratulations for a nice job, Tom! I'm glad we could help with the tiles.

The tile's stony matte finish accents natural stone beautifully and you can see that Tom took the same cue. In this installation, the Leaf Imprint tiles take center stage to a backdrop of flagstone and peaceful, flowing water. The look is further enhanced with the use of stained wood frames around the tiles, which really makes them pop. A similar "picture frame" effect can be achieved with ceramic tile molding in wood tones. The variation found in each hand-painted tile mimics nature in that no two hand-colored leaves are exactly the same.

Large Pressed Leaf Tiles

Pressed with real leaves, these decorative hand-painted 8"x8" tiles include a Maple Leaf, Ash Leaf and Ginkgo Leaf design. Tom chose one of each design in the 8"x8" format to create a triptych that has perfect balance.

Maple Leaf Imprint Tile (8"x8")

Ash Leaf Imprint Tile (8"x8")

Ginkgo Leaf Imprint Tile (8"x8")

Thanks to The Ground Crafter

Thanks again to Tom and his crew for sharing sharing how they used our tiles in a unique installation. The Ground Crafter is an expert team of designers, landscapers, carpenters, masons and gardeners. They have skills for advanced landscaping projects, including both code-compliant electrical and plumbing work. The company's mission is to create healthy, beautiful environments that enhance the quality of life. If you are in the Milwaukee, Wisconsin area and in need of landscape design, stop by and see Tom and the team. They are located at 1409 W. Wanda Ave.

Are you looking for further inspiration with hand-painted decorative tiles? Then visit our Ceramic Tile Design Ideas portfolio for detailed installation photos and concepts.

Ceramic Tile Projects from Avente Customers

If you enjoyed this article, then you might enjoy these Tile Talk articles that show how Avente customer's have used our hand-painted tiles in their homes. Our customers have also used tiles to add style and a personal touch to their home. Here are a few posts devoted to tile floor accents and kitchen backsplashes using our hand-painted ceramic tiles.

• Leaf Imprint Tile Backsplash from a Reader
• Leaf Imprint Tiles Make the Kitchen Backsplash
• Portuguese Tiles for a Residential Kitchen Retrofit

NOTE: Images of the above trade show water feature are courtesy of Tom Auer, owner of the landscape architecture firm, The Ground Crafter.

Leaf Imprint Tile Backsplash from a Reader

For me, there's nothing better than sharing a tile installation photo from one of our wonderful customers! I received an email about two weeks ago from some good people in Winter Park, Florida. They were kind enough to show us how they used Avente's Leaf Imprint Tiles!

The email started like this and included a photo:

Here's a picture of what we did with the Leaf Imprint tiles; they are beautiful."

Leaf Imprint Tile Backsplash

The tile's stony matte finish accents natural stone beautifully. In this installation the Leaf Imprint tiles are paired with dark slate tiles. I really like the effect created by contrast here - the decorative tiles are the focus and command your eye. The variation found in natural stone works perfectly with hand painted tiles because each tile is hand colored and no two leaves are exactly the same.

You may remember we introduced the New Leaf Imprint Tiles for Spring in March. Pressed with real leaves, these decorative leaf tiles are hand-painted on an 8"x8" format and include a Maple Leaf, Ash Leaf and Ginkgo Leaf design. Our customer chose one of each new design to create a triptych for the kitchen back splash.

Here's the tiles they chose:

Maple Leaf Imprint Tile (8"x8")

Ash Leaf Imprint Tile (8"x8")

Ginkgo Leaf Imprint Tile (8"x8")

Our Leaf Imprint tiles are popular kitchen backsplash accents. We've had other customers share their installation using the 4"x4" format as discussed in a previous post, Leaf Imprint Tiles Make the Kitchen Backsplash.

Thanks again to our wonderful customers in Florida for sharing their backsplash installation using hand painted tiles. Are you looking for inspiration with hand painted decorative ceramic tile? Our portfolio of design ideas has installation photos and concepts that's sure to help you find a design that is just right for your tile floor, wall or backsplash installation.

New Leaf Imprint Tiles for Spring

The days are getting longer and warmer and spring is just around the corner. When I think of spring, I always think about our Leaf Imprint tiles! And, we have and we have some new designs and larger sizes for spring. Our Leaf Imprint tiles are pressed with real leaves which give them a fossilized look. Each tile is hand colored so no two tiles will be be exactly the same. Colors may vary from what you see here; or let us know how you would like them colored when you place your order.

Ash Leaf Imprint Tile - 8" x 8"

Ginko Leaf Imprint Tile - 8" x 8"

Maple Leaf Imprint Tile - 8" x 8"

Pinecone #1 Imprint Tile - 4" x 4"

Pinecone #2 Imprint Tile - 4" x 4"

Pinecone Duo Imprint Tile - 4" x 4"

The stony matte finish makes them blend with stone or tile perfectly. If you need a custom look,send us your favorite leaf to use at no extra charges.

Leaf Imprint Tiles Make the Kitchen Backsplash

If you follow my blog, you know that nothing makes me happier than a tile installation photo from one of our wonderful customers! I received an email last Tuesday from some great folks in Council Bluffs, Iowa and it included three photos.

Leaf Imprint Tiles on Backsplash
Photo Courtesy of Avente Customer

The email started like this:

Hello! Just wanted to forward some pictures of our new backsplash with the accent tiles ordered from your company. We love how they turned out! Thank you very much!

Leaf Imprint Tiles on Backsplash
Photo Courtesy of Avente Customer

I'm honored when a customer takes the time to send me a picture. I know the customer was looking for something special and found it at Avente Tile. Then, they worked through the design and installation issues. The project is finally complete and they are thrilled with the results!

The customer choose three tiles from our Leaf Imprint collection to work with their own field tile. The customer chose tiles based on trees they had growing in their backyard. Now that's a perfect way to personalize your home.

Here's the tiles they chose:

Ginko Leaf Imprint Deco Tile

Pine Bough Imprint Deco Tile

White Oak Leaf Imprint Deco Tile

"We've gotten many compliments on the tiles. They are all trees we have growing in our yard, so it makes it personal as well as beautiful."

Leaf Imprint Tiles on Backsplash
Photo Courtesy of Avente Customer

When it comes to decorative tiles, one of my mantras (and blog posts) is that with Deco Tiles: A Dab Will Often Do! Our friends in Iowa demonstrated how a few hand painted decorative tiles create an impact. Also, in this collection, leaf colors can be customized and the artist will even create a design based on a leaf you provide.

What a beautiful backsplash! Don't you agree? And, to my friends in Council Bluffs, Iowa, thanks for sharing your vision with all of us! You made my day.