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Decorating the Doorway with Mexican Ceramic Tiles

Decorating the Doorway with Mexican Ceramic Tiles

The painted Talavera tiles are in fashion and most importantly they are no longer exclusively used in the kitchen or bathroom. From complex and vivid Southern patterns to simpler, plain colored type, Mexican ceramic tiles are one of the favorite solutions for decorating the doorway with an unusual, chic and rustic style.

Mexican tiles decorating house doorway

Your lobby should transmit a welcoming, warm message and also it is a teaser of what your guest can see in the rest of your home. If you want to create a Southern feel in your residency or apartment, consider installing our Mexican, ceramic tiles on one of the walls of your doorway. Choose the wall you want to highlight and create an artistic area with one of our stunning Talavera patterns or perhaps mix several designs in one, unconventional patchwork piece. From simple tile to even more effective high relief tiles to Mexican tile murals, choose the option that goes better with the style of your home. All of our ceramic products are of great quality and will be a durable, stunning solution for a quick and effective makeover. As the hallway is the area that bridges the exteriors with interiors, perhaps you want to set up a greenery scene that gives a cohesive transition from your garden to the rest of your household. We have thousands of flowery patterns so emblematic for Mexican or Spanish tile craft that you can use for decorating the doorway.

If bold designs, using the whole wall embellished with hand-made Talavera tiles is too much for your taste but you still love having some of those rustic accents, you can add a mirror decorated with a tiled frame. A smaller tile mural in form of wall art is also an option for you. Additionally, we should not forget about the entry that can be enlivened with our ceramic products. Decorating the doors with tiles is an ancient technique that we can observe in the Morrocan architecture. It was then appropriated by Spanish culture and finally, it got to Mexico where until nowadays is a really fashionable and beautiful way of adding a powerful statement to the Southern look of the entry doors of the house. A wooden, shabby-looking doors with handcrafted, Mexican tiles trimming it, seems like a perfect match and is frequently used in Hacienda-like residencies. Add some ceramic flower planters, pots and other decorative elements to boost the Southern style.

Farmhouse Copper Kitchen Sink with Rivets

Farmhouse Copper Kitchen Sink with Rivets

The apron front copper sinks are enjoying a lot of popularity which does not seem to decrease with the pass of time. The homeowners around the world appreciate the comfort that comes with this type of washbasins but mostly, it is the excellent look of the exposed frontal wall what keeps them a la mode. Today we are presenting you a stunning farmhouse kitchen sink with rivets that might be an elegant and rustic boost in any kitchen, no matter how small or big.

kitchen sink with rivets

The fundamental idea of an apron front sink is to offer high functionality and comfortable use by designing a rectangular form basin that is easy to approach and work with. A kitchen sink is obviously used on a daily basis so why not make the most of it with both, convenient shape and beautiful design. Our farmhouse kitchen sink with rivets, as the majority of our elaborations, can be installed as undermount or drop in. In both versions, the decorative elements on the exterior wall of the sink will be visible and you definitely should try to make it a focal point of your kitchen! The installation is easy and it gives you the opportunity to use the existing countertop and kitchen cabinetry layout. The undermount kitchen sinks are placed beneath the counters, making it a flawless integration into your cook and prep space. If our standard sizes of copper kitchen sinks do not work for you, you can always order it custom made with specific measurements. You will get a one-of-a-kind copper appliance for the price of the material that we have to employ in the production but no other extra costs will be included.

The copper apron kitchen sink “Pittsburgh” was designed for the enthusiast of the country or rustic styles. It is a perfect addition for those who are looking for long-lasting copper appliances with an unconventional “Wild Wild West” vibe created with eye-catching, lighter tone, metallic rivets hand-hammered on the front of this copper washbasin. We can imagine this model to be installed around wooden cabinetry in a farmhouse cottage but at the same time, it can be a great contrast for a modern and minimalist kitchen. The copper accessories such as copper range hoods or sinks go very well with white, cool interior decors where they add warmth and a dash of vivid colors. Additionally, choose between two patina finishing options. The darker patina pair effortlessly with more traditional styles and the light-colored kitchen sinks will look great in contemporary spaces.

Decorative Iron Range Hoods

Decorative Iron Range Hoods

Specializing in designer range hoods for luxury kitchens for many decades, My Custom Made provides beautifully designed, custom vent hoods for kitchens all over the world, especially in the United States and Canada. Our decorative range hoods are often the focal point of the kitchen. If you are looking for something truly remarkable, consider decorative iron range hoods that bring the stylish and gleaming look.

iron range hood in a kitchen

Regardless of metal used, our metallic extractors can be produced for wall mount installation or kitchen island. The first version has the back wall flat and the latter has both the front and the back decorated in the same fashion. The decision is very personal and depends on the layout possibilities. If there is enough space, most of us prefer to install a comfortable and functional island around which a family will prepare food but also eat and socialize. You want this area to be as glamourous as your dining room. Have a look at our “San Antonio” iron range hood that is designed in loft style, suitable for both rustic and modern interiors, This iron hood with straps is decorated with a rusted iron crown molding and vertical straps welded to the hood wall and without any doubt will become eye-catching artwork, making the most amazing kitchen complete. Working with iron is quite complex and therefore our clients appreciate even more all the decorative iron range hoods we have in offer. Usually, their embellishing consists of welding rivets and straps installed onto the metal surface. The other way to add a personal touch is to order your vent hood with either polished finishing or natural wrought iron.

Decorative iron range hoods pair beautifully with contemporary and quite minimalistic interiors. They integrate perfectly in colder environments adding a lot of warmth and elegance to space. Even if the shape of the molding looks quite rustic or traditional, the grey polish of the iron brings the modernity out of it. The interior designer will easily introduce it within a monochromatic and cutting-edge decor with transitional or industrial elements. The versatility of our decorative range hoods is astonishing. Even more, it is their durability and functionality. This timeless appliance will protect your kitchen from unwelcomed smells for many decades so you want to choose wisely its style, shape and size. All of those characteristics can be customized by the buyer by sending us the specifications. Luckily, the customer pays for the quantity of the material used and not for the extra time that is necessary for elaborating each one-of-a-kind iron hood.

Copper Bathroom Sinks on Sale

Copper Bathroom Sinks on Sale

Discover the timeless beauty of our copper bathroom sinks that will upgrade any decor. Despite their rough exteriors, hand-hammered copper appliances bring lush and warmth to your home and now you can find some of our finest models of copper bathroom sinks on sale. Just visit the sale page where you can find many exclusive items with reduced prices.

copper sink installed in a bathroom vanity

The copper is living its comeback in all forms imaginable like homeware, furniture and decorative accessories. The trend has no sign of slowing down and due to antibacterial properties of the copper, a bathroom can be furnished with bathtubs and sinks made of this precious metal. As important manufacture of rustic copper appliances and decorations, we always have interesting offers on sale ranging from copper range hoods, lighting fixtures and copper bathtubs. We invite you to visit our Web page for some real bargains as we constantly introduce new copper bathroom sinks on sale. Normally those reduced items come from a failed purchase. It might happen that the customer send it back and we always make sure that the sink is in perfect conditions and put it back on market with a new price. However, as you can understand, those copper sinks cannot be customized. It is a finished product in impeccable shape. At that moment, you can find "Guayana" round copper sink on sale. It is an exclusive model with hand-forged design on the interior side of the basin and richly hammered rim.

On our sale page, you will be able to find other rustic elements to match with your brand new washbasin. For instance, right now we are selling sets of Mexican broken tiles that can be used for decorating projects like decorating walls in bars and restaurants, prepare a mosaic for tabletops or refurnishing planters and other small items. The custom copper appliances go very well with traditional Talavera tiles, fitting in a generally known rustic style. Another interesting couple is a copper sink and decorative iron mirror. Have a look at our offers for Colonial mirror with iron frame to finish a rustic look with a copper bathroom sink as your statement piece. Then again, remember to make the measurements to ensure that your new appliance will fit in the existing bathroom layout, as we are not able to offer you any changes. However, on the other hand, being a finished product means that it will come to your doorstep much sooner than the customized purchases.

Decorating with Kitchen Wall Tiles

Decorating with Kitchen Wall Tiles

You have chosen elegant cabinets and an impressive copper range hood but there is still something missing for you to feel the authentic rustic vibe in your kitchen? Consider decorating with kitchen wall tiles that range from Talavera tiles, relief tiles, wall murals or even broken mosaic tiles for some smaller areas’ projects. Choosing the right ceramic tiles might be the perfect finishing touch your décor.

ceramic tiles decorating kitchen wall backsplash

The first and most obvious choice for placing handmade Mexican tiles in a kitchen is the wall behind the cooking stove, oven and sink area. It is where all the magic happens but for the same reason, the homeowners should take special care and decorates this wall with tiles. First of all, they will protect the wall from getting wet or damp. Secondly, it is much easier to take off the dirt, fat or rest of the food from a glazed tile rather than a paint. Nothing works better against the spills of the morning coffee made in a rush! Most of our kitchen wall tiles can be installed anywhere around the house, even in the exterior, in case you have an exterior kitchenette or barbecue area. The only limitation for our handmade wall tiles would be those outdoors with possible minus temperatures as the material is not frost-resistant. 

Now that you are probably determined to add some beautifully crafted tiles, let’s see all the possibilities you have to create an outstanding, bright décor that without a doubt will brighten and spice up your kitchen. We would recommend you placing Mexican tiles on the walls and counters and a ceramic tile mural on the backsplash area where the mural can visually separate different areas of the kitchen. Our kitchen tile murals collection is ideal for decorating backsplash with one of the designs representing bucolic daily life, fruits, wine, Spanish architecture or Mexican landscapes. All those images will boost a Southern-style and also bring a very relaxing atmosphere while you have to do your daily kitchen duties. The mural can be customized in size to adapt to the backsplash configuration. However, you also need to fill up the rest of the wall spaces in your remodelled kitchen for that you can choose among Mexican, plain tiles or more decorative relief tiles that have part of the designed raised above the surface. We offer literary thousands of models of those ceramic works of art that can help you enhance any style you wish from the most traditional to transitional and modern.

How to decorate your home in Mexican style?

How to decorate your home in Mexican style?


Mexican is the perfect style for those who love transitional ambiences where you can easily mix the vintage with modern, solid colors with jazzy and bright colors and where the exterior is as important as interior. It is a must for all the homeowners who love the Colonial charm and prefer places that radiates warmth. Here are some ideas on how to decorate your home with Mexican style.

The kitchen they say is the heart of any home. If you want your to have a Southern charm, consider decorating walls with one of our kitchen tile murals that depict Mexican Colonial city or beautiful, sunny landscapes that will cheer you up during your daily cooking activities. Mexican interior design embodies rustic feel with a modern, artistic touch. Great idea to fit some farmhouse vibe is placing a hand-forged range hood made of copper. We produce custom made vent hoods in many sizes and shapes to accommodate best your kitchen necessities from slim and tall high-celling ranges to under cabinets copper range hoods tailor-made to fit in your existing arrangements. For considerable size kitchens, you can choose among a broad collection of island mount copper extractors. The metallic appliance will add a welcoming feeling to the kitchen and it matches gracefully to Mexican tile walls. Talavera tiles are one of the most emblematic elements in Mexican architecture and interior design. You can find them in dining-rooms, bathrooms and gardens embellishing walls, floors, tables or framing mirrors and doors. Installing Mexican ceramic tiles is the huge fun as colors and patterns can be mixed with or contrasted. They can play the leading part or decorate and protect your walls in kitchen or bathroom. 

 

For Mexicans, there is nothing more important than spending time with family and friends and their homes manifest that welcoming feeling in all shareable areas like dining rooms, lobbies and gardens or patios. Therefore, creating a Southern feel means considerable living room area with, for instance, a copper dining table and grandiose, the black iron chandelier above it. You can add additional rustic decorative elements such as multicolored textiles for cushions and rugs, ceramic pottery, iron mirrors and other metallic lighting fixtures to brighten up the areas you wish. Lastly, if you want to build a comfy seating area in your patio, veranda or garden. With our outdoor furniture for the patio, every dinner or party will be a winner. We sell metal and wood pieces of furniture hand-made of metal and wood. Decorating the exteriors, one should make an extra effort in finding not only charming and elegant garden fixtures but also durable. Our selection of cast aluminium patio furniture from Mexico or leather and cherry wood outdoor sets will complement the Mexican style.