If you're thinking of adding just a hint of the '60s, go with a solid field of color, such as green and add a thin border or listello like the Listel Tokio from Porcelanosa that contrasts in white with a swirl of orange.

Bringing color and pattern into your home is a great way of making sure your family's mood is sunny and bright.

Ceramic tiles are a savvy answer to adding color and style to your home. Easy to clean and maintain, tiles offer an eco-friendly approach to decorating. Because they are made from 100 percent plentiful and natural raw materials, ceramics are chemically inert so they inhibit the growth of mold, mildew, fungus, and improve the air quality by reducing allergens. Variations in color, texture, and design allow consumers to create their own custom designed space.

For more about ceramic tile, contact the Tile of Spain Center, at the Trade Commission of Spain, 2655 Le Jeune Rd., Suite 1114, Coral Gables, FL 33134. Call (305) 446-4387 or visit www.spaintiles.info .

- ARA Content

Home | News | Sports | Opinion | Weekend | Churches | Classifieds | Archives Copyright 2004-Fayette Publishing, Inc.