Innovative inkjet technology is redefining tile design, enabling breathtaking prints and finishes that align with the latest style trends. Designers now have unprecedented creative freedom, blending images and textures in ways never before possible. This advancement is reshaping the industry, offering homeowners and commercial spaces an exciting new realm of possibilities.
Inkjet technology has propelled tile design into a new era, allowing for intricate, highly detailed visuals that capture the essence of natural materials. Meghan Kelly, Marketing Manager for Johnson Tiles, highlights how their latest inkjet technology enables them to produce cutting-edge tile designs tailored for homes, franchises, and corporate spaces. The ability to overlay, modify, and merge designs creates unparalleled aesthetic opportunities, keeping pace with evolving customer preferences.
One of the key advantages of modern inkjet printing is its ability to replicate the nuanced details of natural stone, such as marble, slate, and travertine. This provides consumers with a diverse selection of lifelike patterns and veining effects. With renovation season in full swing, these new offerings are perfectly timed for homeowners looking to enhance their spaces ahead of holiday gatherings, outdoor entertainment, and long summer days by the pool.
Keeping up with global design movements, Johnson Tiles aligns with the latest trends showcased at Cersaie 2016, the world’s leading ceramic tile and bathroom furnishings exhibition. The era of plain, uniform tile layouts is over. Today’s market embraces bold formats, from brick and hexagon shapes to geometric patterns. Homeowners and designers are exploring dynamic combinations—mixing tile sizes, textures, and finishes such as gloss, matt, lappato, and honed—to create layered, visually compelling spaces. Whether crafting a striking feature wall or blending patterns for added depth, the possibilities are endless.
Kelly emphasises that technology has reached a level where both homeowners and commercial designers have the freedom to bring their creative visions to life. With Johnson Tiles’ advanced inkjet printing, achieving a sophisticated, trend-forward interior has never been easier. Every inkjet tile is rigorously tested against the Porcelain Enamel Institute (PEI) rating system, ensuring the highest durability standards for lasting beauty.
Johnson Tiles is a leader in ceramic and porcelain tile manufacturing, delivering innovative, high-quality solutions for residential and commercial projects. With a commitment to design excellence and cutting-edge technology, the company continues to set new benchmarks in the tile industry.
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