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Trend Flash™ – Cersaie

October 1, 2018 By Trend Staff -

Trend Flash is an exclusive benefit for Members of The Trend Curve’s subscriber family. Elaine Markoutsas, Editorial Correspondent, was in Bologna, Italy for Cersaie, the international exhibit of ceramic tile and bathroom furnishings.

Here are Elaine’s top trends in porcelain tile (unless otherwise noted):

COLOR

  • Marsala, Bordeaux and Florentine reds looked familiar, yet also fresh and modern
  • Blush and dusty rose advanced the Millennial Pink theme
  • Apricot and terra cotta offered a tamped-down take on orange
  • Saffron and coral had a notice-me vibe
  • Green was very much in play
  • Denim showed another wave of incoming love
  • Browns never went dark

MATERIALS

  • Large-format porcelains came in stone, wood, steel or watercolor looks
  • 3D was impressive, with ribbing, projections and appliqués
  • Dimension was a factor for metal tiles
  • Real wood competed with bold, colorful stains and patterns
  • Inlaid brass or steel strips showed plenty of style

FINISHES

  • Matte ruled, especially in chalky hues
  • An almost pearlescent sheen emerged
  • Gloss hung around; it was strong in tandem with no-shine looks
  • Warm metallics remained a force
  • Industrial concrete looked chic with relief
  • Ombrés gave solid-color porcelains more interest

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