{"id":73,"date":"2026-10-23T11:25:18","date_gmt":"2026-10-23T11:25:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/blog\/"},"modified":"2026-11-10T02:51:18","modified_gmt":"2026-11-10T02:51:18","slug":"blog","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/en\/blog\/","title":{"rendered":"Blog"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"73\" class=\"elementor elementor-73 elementor-54\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c17bef5 e-con-full cgf-sec e-no-lazyload e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"c17bef5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-87447c5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-bl-hero\" data-id=\"87447c5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"bl-hero.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"bl-b-hero\" id=\"haut\" 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class=\"bl-mz-cap\"><div><small>Our job sites<\/small><span>Shower and floor in black marble<\/span><\/div><div class=\"bl-mz-dots\"><b class=\"bl-on\"><\/b><b><\/b><b><\/b><b><\/b><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2dde2b1 e-con-full cgf-sec e-no-lazyload e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"2dde2b1\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5ae043f elementor-widget elementor-widget-bl-featured\" data-id=\"5ae043f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"bl-featured.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"bl-une\" id=\"une\"><div class=\"bl-container\">\n\t<article class=\"bl-une-card bl-reveal\">\n\t\t<a class=\"bl-une-img\" href=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/en\/why-choose-porcelain\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/blog-porcelaine.jpg\" alt=\"Vanity and walls in marble-look porcelain\"><span class=\"bl-date\"><b>10<\/b><small>Dec 10, 2021<\/small><\/span><\/a>\n\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"bl-une-top\"><span class=\"bl-flag\">Featured<\/span><span><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"8.5\"\/><path d=\"M12 7.5V12l3 2\"\/><\/svg>4 min read<\/span><span>Materials<\/span><\/div>\n\t\t\t<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/en\/why-choose-porcelain\/\">Ceramic: why choose porcelain?<\/a><\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"bl-une-pts\"><li><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"3\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"m5 12.5 4.5 4.5L19 7.5\"\/><\/svg>Water resistant<\/li><li><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"3\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"m5 12.5 4.5 4.5L19 7.5\"\/><\/svg>Very durable<\/li><li><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"3\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"m5 12.5 4.5 4.5L19 7.5\"\/><\/svg>Easy to maintain<\/li><li><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"3\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"m5 12.5 4.5 4.5L19 7.5\"\/><\/svg>Ideal over a heated floor<\/li><\/ul>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<a class=\"bl-disc bl-go\" href=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/en\/why-choose-porcelain\/\"><span class=\"bl-t\">Read the article<\/span><span class=\"bl-c\"><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M13 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a>\t<\/article>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5f60be6 e-con-full cgf-sec e-no-lazyload e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"5f60be6\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1fedcc4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-bl-library\" data-id=\"1fedcc4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"bl-library.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"bl-section bl-lib\" id=\"articles\"><div class=\"bl-container\">\n\t<div class=\"bl-blog-head bl-reveal\"><div><div class=\"bl-kicker bl-k-line\">All articles<\/div><h2>Our advice, <span class=\"bl-hl\">job after job.<\/span><\/h2><p>Short, practical articles to prepare your project: materials, trends, steps and maintenance.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t<a class=\"bl-disc\" href=\"#soumission\"><span class=\"bl-t\">Ask a question<\/span><span class=\"bl-c\"><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M13 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"bl-lib-res\" hidden><span><\/span><button type=\"button\">Clear search \u2715<\/button><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"bl-lib-main\">\n\t<div class=\"bl-blog-grid\">\n\t\t<a class=\"bl-post bl-big bl-reveal bl-r-left\" style=\"--bl-d:0.00s\" href=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/en\/current-ceramic-trends\/\"><div class=\"bl-post-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/post-tendances.jpg\" alt=\"Bathroom with a freestanding tub\" loading=\"lazy\"><span class=\"bl-cat\">Trends<\/span><span class=\"bl-date\"><b>1<\/b><small>Aug 1, 2018<\/small><\/span><\/div><div class=\"bl-post-body\"><div class=\"bl-meta\"><span><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"8.5\"\/><path d=\"M12 7.5V12l3 2\"\/><\/svg>3 min read<\/span><\/div><h3>Ceramic: what are the current trends?<\/h3><p>Subway style, neutral shades, large formats and nature-inspired colours: inspiration for your next project.<\/p><div class=\"bl-tags\"><span>Subway style<\/span><span>Neutral shades<\/span><span>Large formats<\/span><span>Nature-inspired colours<\/span><\/div><span class=\"bl-read\"><i><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M13 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/i>Read the article<\/span><\/div><\/a><a class=\"bl-post bl-side bl-reveal bl-r-right\" style=\"--bl-d:0.10s\" href=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/en\/how-to-choose-your-materials\/\"><div class=\"bl-post-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/post-materiaux.jpg\" alt=\"Couple choosing ceramic tiles in a store\" loading=\"lazy\"><span class=\"bl-cat\">Tips<\/span><\/div><div class=\"bl-post-body\"><div class=\"bl-meta\"><span><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"8.5\"\/><path d=\"M12 7.5V12l3 2\"\/><\/svg>2 min read<\/span><span>31 May 2018<\/span><\/div><h3>Ceramic Tiles: How to Choose Your Materials<\/h3><p>Budget, inspiration, a visit to a specialty store and advice from a designer: the steps to choose well.<\/p><span class=\"bl-read\"><i><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M13 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/i>Read the article<\/span><\/div><\/a><a class=\"bl-post bl-side bl-reveal bl-r-right\" style=\"--bl-d:0.20s\" href=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/en\/walk-in-shower-what-to-know\/\"><div class=\"bl-post-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/post-douche-italienne.jpg\" alt=\"Glass shower in white ceramic, subway style\" loading=\"lazy\"><span class=\"bl-cat\">Bathrooms<\/span><\/div><div class=\"bl-post-body\"><div class=\"bl-meta\"><span><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"8.5\"\/><path d=\"M12 7.5V12l3 2\"\/><\/svg>5 min read<\/span><\/div><h3>Walk-in shower: what you need to know before you start<\/h3><p>Slope, linear drain, waterproofing membrane and built-in niche: the points to check for a curbless shower that lasts.<\/p><span class=\"bl-read\"><i><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M13 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/i>Read the article<\/span><\/div><\/a>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"bl-posts3\">\n\t\t<a class=\"bl-post bl-v bl-reveal\" style=\"--bl-d:0.00s\" href=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/en\/heated-floor-under-ceramic-steps\/\"><div class=\"bl-post-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/post-plancher-chauffant.jpg\" alt=\"Membrane installed for a heated floor\" loading=\"lazy\"><span class=\"bl-cat\">Floors<\/span><\/div><div class=\"bl-post-body\"><div class=\"bl-meta\"><span><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"8.5\"\/><path d=\"M12 7.5V12l3 2\"\/><\/svg>4 min read<\/span><\/div><h3>Heated floor under ceramic: the steps<\/h3><p>From membrane to tile: how a heated floor is installed, and why porcelain suits it so well.<\/p><span class=\"bl-read\"><i><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M13 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/i>Read the article<\/span><\/div><\/a><a class=\"bl-post bl-v bl-reveal\" style=\"--bl-d:0.08s\" href=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/en\/large-format-chevron-or-subway\/\"><div class=\"bl-post-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/post-motifs.jpg\" alt=\"Porcelain tiles laid in a chevron pattern\" loading=\"lazy\"><span class=\"bl-cat\">Trends<\/span><\/div><div class=\"bl-post-body\"><div class=\"bl-meta\"><span><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"8.5\"\/><path d=\"M12 7.5V12l3 2\"\/><\/svg>3 min read<\/span><\/div><h3>Large format, chevron or subway: which pattern to choose?<\/h3><p>Each pattern changes how a room feels. Our guide to choosing by size, light and the style you want.<\/p><span class=\"bl-read\"><i><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M13 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/i>Read the article<\/span><\/div><\/a><a class=\"bl-post bl-v bl-reveal\" style=\"--bl-d:0.16s\" href=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/en\/kitchen-backsplash-mosaic-or-large-tiles\/\"><div class=\"bl-post-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/post-dosseret.jpg\" alt=\"Dosseret de cuisine en mosa\u00efque\" loading=\"lazy\"><span class=\"bl-cat\">Kitchens<\/span><\/div><div class=\"bl-post-body\"><div class=\"bl-meta\"><span><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"8.5\"\/><path d=\"M12 7.5V12l3 2\"\/><\/svg>3 min read<\/span><\/div><h3>Kitchen backsplash: mosaic or large tiles?<\/h3><p>Look, maintenance, grout and budget: we compare the most popular options for the wall above your counters.<\/p><span class=\"bl-read\"><i><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M13 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/i>Read the article<\/span><\/div><\/a><a class=\"bl-post bl-v bl-reveal\" style=\"--bl-d:0.00s\" href=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/en\/maintain-ceramic-grout\/\"><div class=\"bl-post-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/post-joints.jpg\" alt=\"Salle \u00e0 manger au plancher de c\u00e9ramique grand format\" loading=\"lazy\"><span class=\"bl-cat\">Tips<\/span><\/div><div class=\"bl-post-body\"><div class=\"bl-meta\"><span><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"8.5\"\/><path d=\"M12 7.5V12l3 2\"\/><\/svg>3 min read<\/span><\/div><h3>Maintaining ceramic grout so it lasts<\/h3><p>Cleaning, sealer, epoxy grout: the simple habits that keep your grout clean and watertight for years.<\/p><span class=\"bl-read\"><i><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M13 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/i>Read the article<\/span><\/div><\/a><a class=\"bl-post bl-v bl-reveal\" style=\"--bl-d:0.08s\" href=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/en\/bathroom-renovation-steps\/\"><div class=\"bl-post-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/post-renover.jpg\" alt=\"Renovated bathroom in large grey porcelain tiles\" loading=\"lazy\"><span class=\"bl-cat\">Bathrooms<\/span><\/div><div class=\"bl-post-body\"><div class=\"bl-meta\"><span><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"8.5\"\/><path d=\"M12 7.5V12l3 2\"\/><\/svg>6 min read<\/span><\/div><h3>Renovating your bathroom: the steps, from demolition to finishing<\/h3><p>Demolition, plumbing, waterproofing, installation and grout: how a typical job unfolds and how long to allow.<\/p><span class=\"bl-read\"><i><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M13 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/i>Read the article<\/span><\/div><\/a>\t\t\t\t<div class=\"bl-post bl-ask bl-reveal\" style=\"--bl-d:.16s\"><span class=\"bl-ico-circle\"><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.7\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M21 12a8.5 8.5 0 0 1-12.6 7.4L3 21l1.6-5.4A8.5 8.5 0 1 1 21 12z\"\/><path d=\"M9.6 9.6a2.5 2.5 0 1 1 3.4 2.3c-.6.3-1 .8-1 1.5v.4\"\/><path d=\"M12 16.8h.01\"\/><\/svg><\/span><h3>A question we haven\u2019t covered yet?<\/h3><p>Write to us: a tile contractor will answer, and your question may become our next article.<\/p><a class=\"bl-disc bl-go\" href=\"#soumission\"><span class=\"bl-t\">Ask my question<\/span><span class=\"bl-c\"><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M13 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"bl-posts3 bl-lib-results\" hidden><\/div>\n\t<template class=\"bl-all-posts\">\n\t\t<a class=\"bl-post bl-v\" href=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/en\/why-choose-porcelain\/\"><div class=\"bl-post-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/blog-porcelaine.jpg\" alt=\"Vanity and walls in marble-look porcelain\" loading=\"lazy\"><span class=\"bl-cat\">Materials<\/span><\/div><div class=\"bl-post-body\"><div class=\"bl-meta\"><span><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"8.5\"\/><path d=\"M12 7.5V12l3 2\"\/><\/svg>4 min read<\/span><span>10 Dec. 2021<\/span><\/div><h3>Ceramic: why choose porcelain?<\/h3><p>Compared with hardwood, floating floors or carpet, porcelain stands out. Here are the reasons it is the top choice for your floors.<\/p><span class=\"bl-read\"><i><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M13 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/i>Read the article<\/span><\/div><\/a><a class=\"bl-post bl-v\" href=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/en\/current-ceramic-trends\/\"><div class=\"bl-post-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/post-tendances.jpg\" alt=\"Bathroom with a freestanding tub\" loading=\"lazy\"><span class=\"bl-cat\">Trends<\/span><\/div><div class=\"bl-post-body\"><div class=\"bl-meta\"><span><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"8.5\"\/><path d=\"M12 7.5V12l3 2\"\/><\/svg>3 min read<\/span><span>1 Aug. 2018<\/span><\/div><h3>Ceramic: what are the current trends?<\/h3><p>Subway style, neutral shades, large formats and nature-inspired colours: inspiration for your next project.<\/p><span class=\"bl-read\"><i><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M13 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/i>Read the article<\/span><\/div><\/a><a class=\"bl-post bl-v\" href=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/en\/how-to-choose-your-materials\/\"><div class=\"bl-post-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/constructiongauthieretfils.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/post-materiaux.jpg\" alt=\"Couple choosing ceramic tiles in a store\" loading=\"lazy\"><span class=\"bl-cat\">Tips<\/span><\/div><div class=\"bl-post-body\"><div class=\"bl-meta\"><span><svg class=\"bl-ico\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" 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