Mexican Tile and Stone Company and Prados Design Center

Thanks to The Ceramic Tile & Stone Assocation and Phoenix Home & Garden!

2011-05-23T08:10:00.000-07:00

Thanks to The Ceramic Tile & Stone Assocation and Phoenix Home & Garden!

The "Original" Mexican Tile Company

Remember: Mexican Tile and Stone Company is THE original Mexican Tile Company. If you haven't heard by now, we've closed our Thomas Road location after 25 years and have moved to our new location at 2036 West Greenway Road. Come in to our new showroom and see what we have to offer. We'd love the opportunity to meet with you.

Were You There?

Aye Caramba! We had an awesome Cinco de Mayo kitchen celebration! In case you missed the last newsletter, Phoenix Home and Garden Magazine sponsored a series of kitchen seminars. Our "Turning Your Kitchen Inside Out" was a huge success! We had food and fun and we all learned from Nancy Hugo who guided our guests through our multi-dimensional kitchen. Thanks to all of you who made it special.

Many thanks as well to the Arizona Ceramic Tile & Stone Association. We hosted their spring trade event in April. The rain held off just long enough for us all to have a terrific evening. The catering from Chino Bandido was really top drawer. Many, many thanks to DeDe Radford of Dunn Edwards for her wonderful discussion of color trends. Very, very enlightening!

During summer months, our Tucson store will be going through some renovations - we are looking forward to a holiday party sometime between Thanksgiving and Christmas.....stay tuned.....

Spring Into Action

It's that time of year again. Let our finishing department help you get a jump start on your spring cleaning! Not only can we help indoors; we can make your pool and patio areas look like new again.

Call Ben today at 602-809-1302 or 602-954-6272.

Also, visit www.saltillotile.com

Saltillo Tile Refinishing and Restoration

Let us help you create a fresh new look by refinishing your saltillo floors. Whether your floor just needs a little freshening up or a total makeover, we can help.

A new floor will maintain its' beauty with regular maintenance and we can make that easy for you. We can help on three different levels:

Basic Care: A new floor will look it's best with a little bit of regularly scheduled maintenance.
Deep Cleaning: For those floors that need a little bit of extra help.
Total Restoration: Saltillo tile, like hardwood, can be restored and refinished, so the floor will look virtually new again! The best part is refinishing your floor is approximately 50% less expensive than replacing it!

Spring Hours Are:

Phoenix:

8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday

10:00 am - 2:00 pm Saturday; closed Sunday

Tucson:

8:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday - Friday

10:00 am - 2:00 pm Saturday; closed Sunday

Sales, design, project management, floor restoration, and tile specs. We network with contractors, designers, and other industry related professionals working with Mexican glazed tiles, clay tiles, natural stone, sinks, murals, fireplaces, glass tile and Saltillo tile.

MTSC/Prados Showcase Home:

2036 W. Greenway Road

Phoenix (602)-954-6272

Tucson Showroom:

1148 E. Broadway Blvd

Tucson 520-622-4352

www.mexicantileandstone.com

sales@mexicantileandstone.com

Prados Design of Mexican Tile and Stone Company requests the pleasure of your company at our Castle -

Once Upon A Tile ~ Design and Project Center

2036 W. Greenway Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85023

Please present this invitation to receive your complimentary design service.

MT&amp;S Entertains Phoenix Home &amp; Garden Magazine and The Ceramic Tile &amp; Stone Association

LAST CALL

2011-05-02T17:03:00.000-07:00

"Last Call"

Cinco de Mayo In our Kitchen!

Turning the Kitchen Inside and Out!

To celebrate their annual Kitchen Issue, Phoenix Home & Garden is assembling a month packed with sizzling kitchen events! Plans are heating up nicely, and they are adding new activities daily!

Mexican Tile and Stone Company's Cinco de Mayo celebration is one of the featured events in May!

Our changing lifestyles are challenging the basic kitchen "triangle" more than ever, with the kitchen expanding outside of its traditional box. Guests can see many of these new concepts at work at one of our showcase houses at Moon Valley Country Club. Food, fun and inspiration are on the menu -refreshments, too! Reservations required. PRESENTED BY: Mexican Tile and Stone Co., Phoenix.

For more information: (602) 954-6272

Above kitchen also featured on HGTV's Bang For Your Buck, Fifth Season Phoenix, Arizona Episode! This is the kitchen the expert designer chose as the one she felt "hugged" in!

MTSC/Prados Showcase Home:

2036 W. Greenway Road

Phoenix (602)-954-6272

Tucson Showroom:

1148 E. Broadway Blvd

Tucson 520-622-4352

www.mexicantileandstone.com

sales@mexicantileandstone.com

Prados Design of Mexican Tile and Stone Company requests the pleasure of your company at our Castle -

Once Upon A Tile ~ Design and Project Center

2036 W. Greenway Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85023

Please present this invitation to receive your complimentary design service.

"LAST CALL"

Save the Date!

2011-04-11T14:48:00.002-07:00

Save the Date!

The "Original" Mexican Tile Company

Cinco de Mayo In our Kitchen!

Turning the Kitchen Inside and Out!

To celebrate their annual Kitchen Issue, Phoenix Home & Garden is assembling a month packed with sizzling kitchen events! Plans are heating up nicely, and they are adding new activities daily!

Mexican Tile and Stone Company's Cinco de Mayo celebration is one of the featured events in May!

For more information: (602) 954-6272

Above kitchen also featured on HGTV's Bang For Your Buck, Fifth Season Phoenix, Arizona Episode! This is the kitchen the expert designer chose as the one she felt "hugged" in!

Spring Into Action

It's that time of year again. Let our finishing department help you get a jump start on your spring cleaning! Not only can we help indoors; we can make your pool and patio areas look like new again.

Call Ben today at 602-809-1302 or 602-954-6272.

Also, visit www.saltillotile.com

Saltillo Tile Refinishing and Restoration

Let us help you create a fresh new look by refinishing your saltillo floors. Whether your floor just needs a little freshening up or a total makeover, we can help.

A new floor will maintain its' beauty with regular maintenance and we can make that easy for you. We can help on three different levels:

Basic Care: A new floor will look it's best with a little bit of regularly scheduled maintenance.
Deep Cleaning: For those floors that need a little bit of extra help.
Total Restoration: Saltillo tile, like hardwood, can be restored and refinished, so the floor will look virtually new again! The best part is refinishing your floor is approximately 50% less expensive than replacing it!

Spring Hours Are:

Phoenix:

8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday

10:00 am - 2:00 pm Saturday; closed Sunday

Tucson:

8:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday - Friday

10:00 am - 2:00 pm Saturday; closed Sunday

MTSC/Prados Showcase Home:

2036 W. Greenway Road

Phoenix (602)-954-6272

Tucson Showroom:

1148 E. Broadway Blvd

Tucson 520-622-4352

www.mexicantileandstone.com

sales@mexicantileandstone.com

Prados Design of Mexican Tile and Stone Company requests the pleasure of your company at our Castle -

Once Upon A Tile ~ Design and Project Center

2036 W. Greenway Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85023

Please present this invitation to receive your complimentary design service.

Talavera Tile Meets the 21st Century!

March 8, 2011 Newsletter

2011-03-11T09:50:00.001-07:00

Talavera Meets the 21st Century

The "Original" Mexican Tile Company

Talavera Tile Meets the 21st Century!

Our hand-painted Mexican tiles can be used on patios, as well as in and around pools and fountains without fear of the tiles falling apart, which can be typical with other Talavera tile. "Romeo and Juliet" is just one of the many possibilities you will find at our Greenway Road showroom. Let us help you create or recreate your special "outdoor living room." Whether classic or contemporary, we can find just the right design for you!

Spring Into Action

It's that time of year again. Let our finishing department help you get a jump start on your spring cleaning! Not only can we help indoors; we can make your pool and patio areas look like new again.

Call Ben today at 602-809-1302 or 602-954-6272.

Also, visit www.saltillotile.com

Saltillo Tile Refinishing and Restoration

Let us help you create a fresh new look by refinishing your saltillo floors. Whether your floor just needs a little freshening up or a total makeover, we can help.

A new floor will maintain its' beauty with regular maintenance and we can make that easy for you. We can help on three different levels:

Basic Care: A new floor will look it's best with a little bit of regularly scheduled maintenance.
Deep Cleaning: For those floors that need a little bit of extra help.
Total Restoration: Saltillo tile, like hardwood, can be restored and refinished, so the floor will look virtually new again! The best part is refinishing your floor is approximately 50% less expensive than replacing it!

Spring Hours Are:

Phoenix:

8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday

10:00 am - 2:00 pm Saturday; closed Sunday

Tucson:

8:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday - Friday

10:00 am - 2:00 pm Saturday; closed Sunday

MTSC/Prados Showcase Home:

2036 W. Greenway Road

Phoenix (602)-954-6272

Tucson Showroom:

1148 E. Broadway Blvd

Tucson 520-622-4352

www.mexicantileandstone.com

sales@mexicantileandstone.com

Prados Design of Mexican Tile and Stone Company requests the pleasure of your company at our Castle -

Once Upon A Tile ~ Design and Project Center

2036 W. Greenway Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85023

Please present this invitation to receive your complimentary design service.

Talavera Tile Meets the 21st Century!

February 1, 2011 Newletter

2011-02-11T10:48:00.007-07:00

The "Original" Mexican Tile Company

Cuddle up in front of a new custom-crafted fireplace mantel from Mexican Tile and Stone Company. We design the mantel to fit your space. Our craftsmen will create it especially for you in either natural stone or cast stone. The price of each mantel includes installation. Contact Robert for more information at 602.647.8598 (cell).

Enjoy Our Patio Sale Throughout the Month of February!

We invite you to join us for Dollar Decos and $.50 Field Tiles.

Call or come visit us. Our helpful, friendly staff is here to assist you. Remember to shop with us on-line at www.mexicantileandstone.com and www.saltillotile.com

Saltillo Tile Refinishing and Restoration

Let us help you create a fresh new look by refinishing your saltillo floors. Whether your floor just needs a little freshening up or a total makeover, we can help.

A new floor will maintain its' beauty with regular maintenance and we can make that easy for you. We can help on three different levels:

Basic Care: A new floor will look it's best with a little bit of regularly scheduled maintenance.

Deep Cleaning: For those floors that need a little bit of extra help.

Total Restoration: Saltillo tile, like hardwood, can be restored and refinished, so the floor will look virtually new again! The best part is refinishing your floor is approximately 50% less expensive than replacing it!

WinterHours Are:

Phoenix:

8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday

10:00 am - 2:00 pm Saturday; closed Sunday

Tucson:

8:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday - Friday

10:00 am - 2:00 pm Saturday; closed Sunday

MTSC/Prados Showcase Home:

2036 W. Greenway Road

Phoenix (602)-954-6272

Tucson Showroom:

1148 E. Broadway Blvd

Tucson 520-622-4352

www.mexicantileandstone.com

sales@mexicantileandstone.com

Prados Design of Mexican Tile and Stone Company requests the pleasure of your company at our Castle -

Once Upon A Tile ~ Design and Project Center

2036 W. Greenway Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85023

Please present this invitation to receive your complimentary design service.

Love Is In The Air ~ Enjoy Our Patio Sale!

January 6, 2011 Newsletter

2011-01-10T13:08:00.005-07:00

Once Upon A Tile

Welcome to the Mexican Tile and Stone Company
Newsletter Tile Tales

2036 West Greenway Road 1148 E. Broadway Phoenix, Arizona 85023 Tucson, Arizona 85719
602.954.6272 520.622.4352

It's Time to Get Your Floors Refinished!

The kids are back in school, and the holidays are over. It's time to get your Saltillo floors, stone floors and grout cleaned and refinished for the new year.

Whether your floor just needs a little freshening up or a total makeover, we can help.

A new floor will maintain its' beauty with regular maintenance and we can make that easy for you. We can help on three different levels:

Basic Care: A new floor will look it's best with a little bit of regularly scheduled maintenance.
Deep Cleaning: For those floors that need a little bit of extra help.
Total Restoration: Saltillo tile is like hardwood - you can restore and refinish it and it will look brand new again. And the best part is that refinishing your existing floor is 50% less expensive than replacing it!

Call us today. We'd love to help you create that fresh new look for a fresh new year!

Remember to shop with us on-line at http://www.mexicantileandstone.com/ and http://www.saltillotile.com/

WinterHours Are:

Phoenix:

8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday

10:00 am - 2:00 pm Saturday; closed Sunday

Tucson:

8:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday - Friday

10:00 am - 2:00 pm Saturday; closed Sunday

The "Original" Mexican Tile Company

Remember: Mexican Tile and Stone Company is THE original Mexican Tile Company. We've closed our Thomas Road location after 25 years and have moved to our new location at 2036 West Greenway Road. Come in to our new showroom and see what we have to offer. We'd love the opportunity to meet with you.

MTSC/Prados Showcase Home:

2036 W. Greenway Road

Phoenix (602)-954-6272

Tucson Showroom:

1148 E. Broadway Blvd

Tucson 520-622-4352

www.mexicantileandstone.com

sales@mexicantileandstone.com

Prados Design of Mexican Tile and Stone Company requests the pleasure of your company at our Castle -

Once Upon A Tile ~ Design and Project Center

2036 W. Greenway Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85023
Please present this invitation to receive your complimentary design service.

It's Time to Refinish Your Floors

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December 6, 2010 Newsletter

2010-12-13T05:09:00.003-07:00

Once Upon A Tile

Welcome to the Mexican Tile and Stone Company
Newsletter Tile Tales

2036 West Greenway Road 1148 E. Broadway Phoenix, Arizona 85023 Tucson, Arizona 85719
602.954.6272 520.622.4352

The "Original" Mexican Tile Company

Remember: Mexican Tile and Stone Company is THE original Mexican Tile Company. We've closed our Thomas Road location after 35 years and have moved to our new location at 2036 West Greenway Road. Come in to our new showroom and see what we have to offer. We'd love the opportunity to meet with you.

New Year's Resolutions

Wow! The holidays are here again! We hope yours are joyful and happy. It's not too early to set some New Year's resolutions. We can help! Take a moment out of your busy schedule to stop by and see us. We can start now to plan that special tile project you've been putting off all year. Take advantage of our special Holiday discounts. The gift of tile will bring joy for many Holiday seasons.

Our Finishing and Sealing team still has openings to make your Saltillo and stone flooring pretty in time for the holidays.

From all of us at Mexican Tile and Stone Company, may you have a wonderful holiday season.

Our holiday offering is 10% off restoration, refinishing,

or products (up to $100) within the month of December.

(offer expires 12/31/10)

Holiday Hours:

Closed Friday, December 24 and Saturday, December 25

Regular hours resume: Monday, December 27

Open Friday, December 31

Closed Saturday, January 1

Regular hours resume: Monday, January 3

WinterHours Are:

Phoenix:

8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday

10:00 am - 2:00 pm Saturday; closed Sunday

Tucson:

8:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday - Friday

10:00 am - 2:00 pm Saturday; closed Sunday

Pets Love Our Products, Too!

It seems as though our company is not the only entity which harbors an admiration for romantic tile and stone! Our pets must be passionate to feel like royal rulers of their grounds! Hence, we have created an entirely new gallery to share with you, as we put our most beloved companions on display basking in the glory of their homes. We invite you to share these moments with us!

Send in a picture of your imperial puppy or regal feline ruling the beauty of your tile and stone and we will gladly add it to our gallery!

Send photo to: terrif@mexicantileandstone.com.

To view our pet gallery, click on this link:

http://www.mexicantileandstone.com/gallery.php?level=album&id=25

MTSC/Prados Showcase Home:

2036 W. Greenway Road

Phoenix (602)-954-6272

Tucson Showroom:

1148 E. Broadway Blvd

Tucson 520-622-4352

www.mexicantileandstone.com

sales@mexicantileandstone.com

Prados Design of Mexican Tile and Stone Company requests the pleasure of your company at our Castle -

Once Upon A Tile ~ Design and Project Center

2036 W. Greenway Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85023
Please present this invitation to receive your complimentary design service.

In This Issue

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Lights, Camera, Kitchen!

2010-11-15T23:02:00.002-07:00

Lights, Camera, Kitchen!

Local Couple Readies for Television Debut

HGTV's acclaimed Bang For Your Buck is coming to the Valley. Featured on "Phoenix Kitchens" will be the kitchen that Joe and Terri Fortuna created with products from their company.

Owners of The Mexican Tile and Stone Company, the couple impressed HGTV staff with their use of tiles to transform their kitchen. The vertical surfaces, including the fireplace and murals, utilize hand-painted tiles imported from Mexico. Terri Fortuna explains, "We wanted to show how our tiles look in a real-life application. This kitchen is all about the atmosphere because it's the heart of our home. The fireplace and the casual-but-elegant eating area make a formal dining room unnecessary. The patio is a continuation of the kitchen and dining area, so the space is ideal for entertaining."

Instead of granite countertops, the Fortunas selected Seneca handmade tiles secured with an epoxy grout. The commercially-rated tile looks handmade, but sustains its beauty. Joe Fortuna observes, "The glaze won't wear out, and the epoxy doesn't mold and is stain resistant. These counters will look wonderful for a very long time."

The dramatic cabinets were created by Bob Busch, J&B Cabinets (www.jbcab.com), and complement the rustic impact of the space.

The Mexican Tile and Stone Company has been in operation for more than 25 years. To learn more about their services and products, call 602-954-6272, or visit www.mexicantileandstone.com.

The "Phoenix Kitchens" episode of Bang For Your Buck airs in Season Five, and is the fifth episode. Check your local listings for end of December/beginning of January, or visit www.hgtv.com/bang-for-your-buck for programming information.

Saltillo Restoration

2010-10-15T22:39:00.002-07:00

Saltillo Restoration

The kids are back in school, and the holidays are right around the corner! It's time to get your Saltillo floors, stone floors and grout cleaned and refinished.

Whether your floor just needs a little freshening up or a total makeover, we can help.

A new floor will maintain it's beauty with regular maintenance and we can make that easy for you. We can help on three different levels:

Basic Care: A new floor will look it's best with a little bit of regularly scheduled maintenance.

Deep Cleaning: For those floors that need a little bit of extra help.

Total Restoration: Saltillo tile is like hardwood; you can restore and refinish it and it will look brand new again. And the best part is that refinishing your existing floor is 50% less expensive than replacing it.

Call us today. We'd love to help you create that fresh new look this fall.

2010-07-06T16:11:00.000-07:00

Chapter 2: Welcome to "Paradise" from the Botanical Collection

2010-05-12T11:13:00.004-07:00

Paradise will transform your home into an oasis.

The Botanicals Collection from Espanola chapter 1

2010-05-07T14:04:00.004-07:00

These will create an intricate and vivid tapestry in your home. Revive yourself with Boca Raton and Coral Gables

If you need relief from square format 21st century tiles, Flor from Renaissance Collection is for you

2010-04-29T13:42:00.002-07:00

Flor shapes from Renaissance Collection with soft colors and matte finish to bring elegance into your home.

Day 9 of falling for Renaissance Collection...sensuality

2010-04-14T10:54:00.002-07:00

This is Romeo and Juliet Mattina. Surround yourself in the fiery and sensual passion of the Golden Age

Day 8 of falling for Renaissance Collection: rare romance

2010-04-08T09:32:00.004-07:00

This is Romeo and Juliet Sera. Surround yourself in the pure, ethereal, and heavenly romance of the Renaissance Era.

Day 7 of falling for Renaissance Collection: add a dash of rustic to a deco that is all class

2010-04-07T12:20:00.002-07:00

This is Tuscany. Tuscany emits classic charm and class of the Golden Age but with a rustic edge.

Day 6 of falling for Renaissance Collection: Michaelangelo

2010-04-06T11:10:00.003-07:00

Divine 4 piece decorative pattern to make your home a golden age masterpiece

Day 5 of falling for Renaissance Collection: A tribute to the Classic Era

2010-04-05T10:55:00.002-07:00

This is Cicero. Transform your world with elegance and surround yourself with classic beauty.

Day 4 of falling for Renaissance Collection: treat yourself like royalty

2010-04-01T10:08:00.002-07:00

Let Queen Magdalene make you feel regal. Royal and rich, fresh from the Renaissance Collection

Love affair with Renaissance Collection: Day 3

2010-03-29T12:10:00.004-07:00

This is Santi. Santi evokes the romance of stained glass. Use it to create your sanctuary.

2010-03-26T09:33:00.002-07:00

The elegance of Renaissance collection comes alive with Florence. Understated and unforgettable. Use it to make your home your castle.

Fall in love with Renaissance Collection, one tile at a time

2010-03-24T12:03:00.005-07:00

This is da Vinci. Relive the romantic golden age with this soft and rich hand-crafted tile. Create your happily ever after using da Vinci and its corresponding elegant shape <3

Latest news from Mexican Tile and Stone Co.

2010-03-07T17:04:00.010-07:00

TUCSON STORE DECORATIVE TILE SPECIAL - CALL 520-622-4352

NAVAJO 4X4 DECO ONLY $1.00 PER PIECE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.

MESA DARK 4X4 DECO ONLY $1.00 PER PIECE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.

POOL TILE UPDATE: Excerpts from the National Plasterers Council Conference.

The key to a successful tile and coping installation has three critical components:

1. Know the substrate you are attaching to is clean enough and appropriate for the installation.
2. Know the bonding material you are attaching with is strong enough and has the proper qualities.
3. Know that the material being attached is appropriate for the installation.

Become familiar with the setting styles whether it is wet set, prefloated, dry set or mechanically supported. Always consider movement joints. They are necessary for a successful installation.

Prior to installation always consider the proper crack isolation preparation. Also, be aware of that full tile pools, spas and fountains have waterproofing requirements for the substrate. You have choices of integral, cementitious, crystallization and elastomeric products. Research your options as there are many good systems available.

Protect your installation at all times during the install process. Cure times and start up considerations are also very important. Maintaining proper water pH levels will help ensure a long life for your tile installation.

There are many technicalities with pool tile lines, full tile pools and even fountains. Always research your installation options, specifications, tile selections and maintenance programs.

Your tile distributor, Ceramic Tile Institute of America, or National Tile Council of America are just a few to name that will be able to assist with pertinent information for a successful installation.

Tile pictured: Cement coping with coordinating cantilever facing, waterline safe, high fired, Talavera decorative tile, Saltillo upside down 8x16 tile. Materials supplied by Mexican Tile and Stone Co. (Phoenix/Tucson, AZ)

Thank you Arizona Style

2010-02-21T17:27:00.005-07:00

A big thank you to Phoenix Home and Garden Magazine, and to the Arizona Style show participants this past weekend in Scottsdale.

What a great forum to show and display our tile. It was nice to be part of a great group of people. It was also fulfilling to meet new industry contacts, rekindle some old ones, and to meet some new prospective clients.

Our next show will be the SAHBA Home Show in Tucson this October 2010.

Until then, please come visit our showroom in Tucson at 1148 E. Broadway, and
the Prados Design Showcase House at 2036 W. Greenway Road in Phoenix.

The next Prados Design Showcase Openhouse will be Sunday, March 21 from 10-2pm.

Our staffing in Tucson and in Phoenix are always ready to assist you with any of your tile projects, tile designs, and restoration requirements. M-F 8-5 and Sat 9-4.
Tucson: 520-622-4352 and Phoenix: 602-954-6272.

Sincerely:

Joe and Terri Fortuna
Mexican Tile and Stone Co.

Arizona Style Comes to Life

2010-02-06T23:29:00.004-07:00

Click on invitation to enlarge

Come see our vignettes.

Phoenix Open House, Sunday, January 17, 10am-2pm. Open Monday, MLK Day January 18, 8am-5pm. (Phx & Tuc)

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Come visit the new Prados Design Showcase Home, Sunday January 17, 2010 between 10am and 2pm. 2036 W. Greenway Rd, Phoenix, AZ. (1-17 North and Greenway Rd.)

See the best in Mexican tile. See how our tile designs, and what our tile specialists can do to spruce up your or your clients' surfaces for the new year.

We are regularly available M-F 8-5 and every Saturday 9-4. (open Monday 1-18-10 MLK Day)

Please remember we closed the old Thomas Rd. location.

Happy New Year from MTSC

2010-01-03T13:58:00.007-07:00

Happy New Year from Mexican Tile and Stone Co.

Mexican Tile and Stone Co. thanks all those that have come to share the excitement and success of the new Prados Design Studio Home for Mexican Tile and Stone Co. at 2036 W. Greenway Rd, in Phoenix, the two Design Center showcases at 19120 N. Pima Rd, in Scottsdale, and to see the nice changes and new staff in the Tucson store at 1148 E. Broadway Blvd.

We were busy in 2009 making location and showroom changes, product updates and more services available to you to improve our customer service capabilities. All locations are available for your use and to see six days a week. Call for general information or visit our website at www.mexicantileandstone.com. Phoenix: 602-954-6272, Tucson: 520-622-4352.

We have some carryover specials through January 2010. Come to our Open House on January 17th in the Prados Design Studio Home at 2036 W. Greenway Rd, Phoenix, AZ, 85023. Open house hours will be 10-2.

Use our complimentary tile design service to help enhance any project. Our Phoenix Project Management service is available to assist you from concept to completion for quality assurance. The Floor Restoration Department in Phoenix can revive any Mexican tile or stone floor.

As always, we support ASID, the Ceramic Tile and Stone Association of Arizona, the National Association of the Remodeling Industry, and the National Tile Contractors Association.

We look forward to seeing and serving you soon.

Are you ready for the Holidays?

2009-12-06T13:30:00.010-07:00

Let our Flooring Specialists spruce up your surfaces for the holidays.

Whether it is a quick room update or just a refinishing of your Saltillo, Stone or Tile flooring, we can enhance your holidays.

In home estimates are no charge. We are available M-F to see you. Jobs can be scheduled usually within the same week.

Call the Project Management Department at Mexican Tile and Stone Co. at 602-954-6272 to schedule an appointment. Also visit us at www.mexicantileandstone.com.

Holdiay Open House

2009-11-29T13:33:00.004-07:00

Mexican Tile and Stone Co. welcomes you into its stores for the holidays.

Come see a couple of familiar faces new to our Tucson store. Donna Jaworski and Edna Grossheim team up to serve you with friendly faces and great product knowledge. Also see some of the changes we made to the Tucson store.

If you have not seen the new Phoenix location, come see the new spread with ideas that are capable of creating your "happily ever after." It all starts as you walk onto the front porch and continue all the way through to the pool and patio environment.

The Tucson Store open house will be Saturday December 12, 2009 from 9-4.
The Phoenix Showhouse will be open Sunday December 13, 2009 from 10-2.

Come share some Holiday Cheer and see some spectalar new ideas.

MTSC introduces new prices and new line

2009-11-15T15:49:00.013-07:00

6x6 Renaissance Talavera: A high quality, high fired, Matte finish Talavera tile coming soon. The line will have 6 decos, 6 colors, and a Fleur De Lis pattern. This line will also have coordinating trim. The tile has a wide range of uses and can be mixed with its sister line - Talavera Elegante.

Winter news from Mexican Tile and Stone Co.

2009-11-01T13:16:00.010-07:00

Mexican Tile and Stone Co. news:

Phoenix Design Center/Showcase House winter hours: (2036 W. Greenway Road - since June 2009 - remember NO MORE Thomas Rd. location) M-F 8-5, Sat 9-4, Open house Sunday, November 15, 10-2, and Sunday, December 13, 10-2. New off-site warehouse
for pickups - call for pickup times.

Tucson Showroom winter hours: M-F 8-5, Sat 9-4. (1148 E. Broadway - see our newly remodeled patio)

Mexican Tile and Stone Co. welcomed NARI-Tucson in October. It was an evening of meeting new people, getting reacquainted with past customers and an opportunity to network. Mexican Tile and Stone Co. looks forward to working with both NARI (National Association of the Remodeling Industry) chapters in Arizona.
It is a great organization for Construction Professionals and well worth looking into being a new member.

Mexican Tile and Stone would like to remind all its customers about the showcase booths at the Home and Idea Center, 19120 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85255. It is a great sampling of our beautiful tile and design options.
The Home and Idea Center is sponsoring its Inaugural Trunk Show on December 4,5, and 6. It will benefit St. Mary's Food Bank. What an opportunity to view many vignettes by well known companies around the Valley.

Mexican Tile and Stone proudly introduces its 6x6 Renaissance line. A matte finish Talavera with all the great qualities of the well known Talavera Elegante Line. Come see on display at both locations.

Mexican Tile and Stone Co. wants to wish everyone a very happy holiday season.
We also want to thank all those that have visited us, and we look forward to seeing you again in the very near future.

Mexican Tile and Stone materials prove worthy in pool remodel

2009-10-04T20:54:00.008-07:00

6x6 Espanola Albacete waterline tile, Ancient Stone 2 piece coping, Saltillo 8x16 upside-down Moreno decking, Borgota Mexican brick edging and raised sun deck, custom design mural on water feature.

Pool design by Prados Design, all materials supplied by Mexican Tile and Stone Co., pool construction by Paddock Pools, landscaping by Alamos Landscaping.

MTSC beautifies the world one tile at a time

2009-09-20T15:24:00.009-07:00

A Prados Design concept comes to life with Talavera Nuevo Verde tile, 2x2 Josefina deco and corner, and Moreno Saltillo 8" Hexagon floor tile with oil base and gloss finish. All materails supplied by Mexican Tile and Stone Co.

Mexican Tile and Stone Co. now in North Scottsdale

2009-09-04T09:51:00.005-07:00

A sampling of MTSC's products and designs are on display in two beautiful vignettes at the new Home and Design Idea Center at

Scottsdale Home and Idea Center September hours: Sun - Sat 12-5 pm.
October hours to be announced.

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2009-08-16T14:19:00.012-07:00

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2009-08-02T18:09:00.007-07:00

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2009-07-17T22:06:00.003-07:00

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Mexican Tile and Stone's After Hours Phoenix Service

2009-07-12T22:37:00.003-07:00

In a continued effort to provide our customers with excellent service, Mexican Tile and Stone Co. in Phoenix is available after hours for a variety of your needs. Did you forget something, run out of something, need your materials before or after our regular hours? Would you like to see our Phoenix model home, or bring a client to view the model home after hours? Please call 602-550-2194, leave a message and someone will call you back promptly. Please allow up to 30 minutes for us to accommodate your request. Some limitations may apply. Please remember our daily M-F hours 8-5, Sat. 9-4 (Phoenix and Tucson), and Sunday in Phoenix 10-2 (showhouse only).

Bring the Beach to Your Home

2009-06-28T22:22:00.003-07:00

Summer Special! Select Blue Tiles 15% to 30% off and 10% off of all Beach Murals. Be inspired by the ocean!
As always 12x12 Saltillo tile starting at $.99 per sq. ft.
12x12 Pueblo Saltillo tile starting at $1.25 per sq. ft.

Showhouse now open Sundays

2009-06-14T19:30:00.004-07:00

Mexican Tile and Stone Co. is pleased to announce new extended Phoenix Showcase House viewing hours now on Sundays from 10-2. Come with a client, send a friend, relax and see all the wonderful tile and stone on display. Conference areas for meetings, comfortable seating, and exterior installations to see.

The Tucson store will be rolling out its new stone displays this week showing 40 new sample boards.

Summer business hours are M-F 8-5 and Sat 9-4. (Phoenix and Tucson).
Phoenix Showcase House Sunday 10-2 (viewing only, no appointment needed).
Warehouse hours are the same as Showcase and Showroom hours (M-Sat).
Earlier pickup times available by appointment.

Phoenix Showcase House is at 2036 W. Greenway Rd (Greenway Rd, east of I-17),
602-954-6272.
Tucson Showroom is at 1148 E. Broadway Blvd (Broadway, west of Campbell).
520-622-4352.

Thank you for a successful Grand Opening

2009-06-07T12:11:00.004-07:00

Mexican Tile and Stone sends a Big Thank You to all for attending our Grand Opening and making our special day a big success. Our new showcase home at 2036 W. Greenway Rd (just east of I-17 on the north side of Greenway Rd.) is so special with living displays, front and back patio environments to view, and a collection of tile and stone installations that cease to amaze.

Come with your clients or alone. No appointment necessary. We are open to the public M-F 8-5, Sat 9-4, and Sun (for viewing only)10-2. The old Thomas Road location is now permanently closed.

Let Prados Design (our in-house design service) create the most amazing designs for you. For our Summer Celebration, initial design services are no charge. Take advantage to enhance your kitchen, bath, patios and more.

Remember our Summer Celebration specials:
12x12 Saltillo (Paperback, De Agua and De Golpe, natural) $.99 per sq. ft.
16x16 Saltillo (Paperback, standard) $1.50 per sq. ft.
Select decorative glazed tiles starting at $.50 per tile.
Sale prices with purchase of thinset, grout and grout release.

Please also remember our Project Management services. We will seal and finish your
Satillo installation using the correct products and procedures.

We look forward to seeing you again or for your first visit in. Thank you.

Mexican Tile and Stone celebrates

2009-06-01T05:33:00.002-07:00

Mexican Tile and Stone Co. has moved into its new Phoenix location at 2036 W. Greenway Road (I-17 and Greenway Rd). We are open for business and are excited to show you our new Phoenix showcase home. We sadly say "goodbye" to our old location at 2222 E. Thomas Rd in Phoenix. When you see what we have done, you will know why we did it. Come and celebrate with us and take advantage of some summer specials.

12x12 Saltillo tile (standard color) $.99 per square foot (Paperback, De Agua and De Golpe), and 16x16 Saltillo (standard color, Paperback) $1.50 per square foot. Sale prices with purchase of thinset, grout, and grout release. Select decorative glazed tiles at $.50 per tile.

Come join us for our Grand Opening Saturday, June 6 from 9-4. Come casual and come at your leisure.

Showcase home hours are M-F 8-5 and Saturday 9-4.

Mexican Tile and Stone prepares for move

2009-05-24T15:35:00.003-07:00

Mexican Tile and Stone will be moving its Phoenix locations the week of 5-25-09 thru 5-30-09. The 2222 E. Thomas Road location will stay open during the move, and the last day at Thomas Road will be Saturday 5-30-09. The new 2036 W.Greeway Road location will be open Monday 6-1-09 and will have its Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday 6-6-09. Both the Thomas Road location and the Tucson location will be open its normal hours for the holiday. As inventory is moved from the Phoenix, Thomas Road location to the Phoenix, Greenway location, we ask that you first call your sales representative to be sure which location will house your order.

Mexican Tile and Stone Co. is proud to display at the new Greenway location its spectacular tile in a remodeled home/showcase environment. Patio displays, a pool display, exterior wall clading, tile columns and much more enhance this home to show how versatile Mexican tile and stone is. Be sure to visit all our locations M-F 8-5 and Saturday 9-4 to see luxury tile in living color.

Remodel mania

2009-05-17T14:35:00.001-07:00

In today’s unpredictable real estate market, many homeowners are finding more value in remodeling rather than trying to sell their homes.
The owners of The Mexican Tile and Stone Company located in Phoenix and Tucson, got to work on gutting their 25- year old Moon Valley home down to its frame in March 2008. They envisioned a remodel utilizing the wide assortment of products available in their own stores, demonstrating their versatility.
“The versatility of our company’s products won’t cease to amaze,” Joe Fortuna remarks about his home’s unique looks. “We varied our patterns and designs to create an individual look.” Each room has been artistically redesigned with all Mexican Tile and stone products.
“Rather than a single theme, we’ve used aspects of different styles to invent a new ensemble,” Fortuna remarks.
To Director of Prados Design, Robert Peddle, a subsidiary of Mexican Tile and Stone, it seemed only fitting to use a mixture of in-store products, ranging from stone, hand-painted tiles, cement and glazed and unglazed tiles, to give each room a distinct look. One room was designed using old-style stone, creating a romantic mood, while one of the master suites utilizes travertine with inlayed marble. The kitchen impressively displays a hand-molded, domestic tile that wears like iron. This room offers a more casual environment.
The partnership between Mexican Tile and Stone and Prados Design is functional in helping customers to facilitate the entire remodeling process. This ranges from product shopping to design, and even finding a licensed contractor all while maintaining an economical budget.
“Prados gives a realistic picture of what a project in completion will cost,” Fortuna explains. “When finished, we can be within $200 to $300 of a project’s estimate.”
Additionally, the exterior of the home was recreated. Stone is used around the pool adding a variety of range and depth in their design. The pool also includes a picturesque mural. The front door features stacked cantera stone in the entryway alongside the door, giving grandeur, and regal appearance, like that of a castle.
“The objective of this remodel was to show people how you can mix and match all of our tiles to create a unique theme,” Fortuna said.
There are also plenty of environmental and economical benefits to installing stone and tile materials over other textiles such as carpet or wood.
Technological advances have increased the durability of these products and allow Mexican tile and stone to be quarried without danger or the use of chemicals.
The Fortuna’s home is to be utilized, by appointment, as a showcase for people to view the wide range of Mexican tile and stone products and the synergy of Prados Design.
In addition, Mexican Tile and Stone Co. has just recently remodeled its new showcase house at 2036 W. Greenway Road, Phoenix, AZ, 85023. Both homes really show how exciting Mexican tile and stone can be, and how it all can work for you. The home at 2036 W. Greenway Road, (I-17 and Greenway Road), will be open Monday through Friday 8-5 and Saturday 9-4.
The activities start June 1, 2009. The Greenway home is open to the public and for contractors and designers to bring clients. Mexican Tile and Stone will be closing its 2222 E. Thomas Road location 5-31-2009. Join Mexican Tile and Stone in its new beginning and excitement.

Meet the staff at Mexican Tile and Stone Co.

2009-05-03T12:45:00.012-07:00

Joe and Terri Fortuna - Mexican Tile and Stone Co. co-owners.

Alphabetical listing of staff members:

Robin Chlad - Tucson Store Manager - 520-622-4352.
Sales, Tucson area floor restoration and projects.
Obed Leyva - Tucson Warehouse Associate.
Kerri McCoy - Phoenix Project Manager - 602-954-6272.
Sales, Phoenix area floor restoration and tile projects.
Saul Melchor - Business Office Associate.
Sean Murphy - Warehousing Manager - 602-954-6272.
Deliveries, shipping, bulk material sales, warehousing.
Robert Peddle - Prados Design Manager - 602-954-6272.
Sales, project conceptual drawings, tile and stone design.
Wade Richholt - Phoenix Warehouse Associate.
Brent Weaver - Business Office Manager - 602-942-7789.
A/P, A/R, purchasing, business office operations.
Ben Wheeler - Tucson Sales Associate, bulk material sales, 520-622-4352.

Remember the Phoenix branch will be moving into its new home on 6-1-09 at
2036 W. Greenway Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85023. I-17 and Greenway, then East 1/2 mile on the north side of the street. Come meet our staff and see our newly remodeled showcase home for the finest Mexican Tile and Stone available. Grand Opening event is Saturday 6-6-09 from 9-4.

Make it Immortal

2009-04-27T06:20:00.001-07:00

Once Upon a Tile… Make it Immortal!

Simply entering the grandeur and tile walls of a well-known showroom featuring hand-painted Mexican tile and natural stone products can be an experience all in its own. However, one should not shy away from such an opportunity when there is an abundance of on-staff professionals for virtually any need and certainly, in essence, for any customer.

It is no wonder that a great number of customers seek the romance of hand-painted tiles, luxurious showers, fireplaces, and floors for their homes. Fortunately, a knowledgeable showroom staff will work with you or your interior designer to provide proper guidance in selecting the tile and stone needed to coordinate and enrich your home’s décor. An experienced tile professional will help circumvent costly selection mistakes, misconstrued tile applications, or anything of the matter.

However, enhancing and transforming one’s home into a more suitable, balanced, and enchanting abode does not mean completely starting over! Floors long forgotten and rooms seemingly lost amidst the trying years of life can and should be restored with the expertise of the refinishing offered by specialists.

Rooms can always be touched up, whether that means new to modern or simply polishing an older trend. The beauty and heritage of Saltillo tile is unmatched for creating the perfect ambiance for practically any décor style, whether it be Santa Barbara, Spanish, Southwest, Old World, or Rustic. It is important to remember, some care is required for natural stone and Saltillo tiles, and skipped routine maintenance may require some expert refinishing.

For a true specialist in glazed and unglazed, hand-painted and hand-molded tiles suitable for interior and exterior flooring, countertops, walls and pools, hand-crafted cement tiles, Mexican brick pavers, natural stones, and hand-painted sinks and accessories, you can call Mexican Tile and Stone Company at 602-954-6272 or 520-622-4352, and visit their website at www.mexicantileandstone.com

The restoration and refinishing division of Mexican Tile and Stone Company withholds over twenty years of experience, and can be relied on for presenting respected service of astounding quality to meet any customer’s standards. The on-staff interior designer and project manager can guarantee the proper application of whichever tile or stone is preferred and chosen to embellish and compliment a new or existing piece, such as a shower, fireplace or pool.

Mexican Tile and Stone Company also offers products perfect for the upkeep and maintenance of your new tile… why not make it immortal?

Mexican Tile and Stone Co perfects "Mix and Match"

2009-04-12T16:32:00.003-07:00

Mexican Tile and Stone Co. sells over 1 million square feet of Saltillo tile annually. Mexican Tile and Stone Co. also sells cleaning and sealing products for initial tile treatments and for the refinishing and restoration of Saltillo tile.

Many homes have new Saltillo tile added to existing Saltillo floors. The mixing and matching of new and old Satillo is an art-form. Mexican Tile and Stone can assure the correct tile, setting materials, grouts, cleaners, sealers, stains and finishes are specified to make the mix and match almost perfect.

Mexican Tile and Stone also takes it a step further and will provide a free in-home inspection of the floor. We can help you with the project through completion to your satisfaction. Our levels of service depends on your needs.

Mexican Tile and Stone Co. has years of experience with these floors. We don't do carpets, and firmly believe that carpet cleaning techniques should not be used on Saltillo floors.

Consult the people that know Saltillo. Call 602-954-6272 today.

moving north

2009-04-08T22:45:00.000-07:00

Mexican Tile and Stone Co. is moving its Phoenix operation to 2036 W. Greenway Road, Phoenix, AZ. 602-942-7789(O), 602-993-6897 (F). It is on Greenway Road just East off the I-17 and minutes from the northside Loop 101 and AZ State Route 51.

The new location is a showcase house that will feature all tile lines imported from Mexico including Talavera Nuevo, Antiguo, Monte Carlo, Talavera Elegante, Espanola, Travertine, Tumbled Marble, Canterra Stone, Old Puebla Cement Tile, Tecate, and much, much more.

Opening dates are 6-1-2009 and an open house will take place 6-6-2009.

Open house hours are M-F 8-5 and Saturday 9-4. Come see a new and exciting display of the finest Mexican tile and stone available.

Grout Release for Saltillo Tile

2009-04-08T13:07:00.000-07:00

Saltillo tile is an unglazed clay paver. A grout release is used prior to the grouting process to eliminate grout staining on the clay. A penetrating sealer is too strong to be used as a grout release. At Mexican Tile and Stone, we sell Grout Eze. It comes in 1 gallon and 5 gallon containers. It will not prohibit the bonding or penetration of oils and sealing products used after the grouting process. It's been used in the marketplace over 10 years with excellent success. Call for your pricing at (602)-954-6272.