Claims extracted
21
sentences that state something as happening or true
Uncertain
24%
5 of 21 hedged
("reportedly", "may", "according to")
Leaning
not political
takes no side on a contested political question
Publisher signals
60/100
National Post's corrections and
hedging, across everything collected from it. Not a measure of accuracy.
Outlets on this story
1
Entertainment
Same framing elsewhere
1
articles that frame the event the way this one does
We independently select everything we recommend.
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we → select → everything
Buying through us may earn us a commission, which supports our work.
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which → buy → work
Made by arranging pieces of stone, glass or other materials into decorative patterns, they fit nicely into the current trend toward individuality and artisan techniques.
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they → make → individuality
“For us, the appeal of custom mosaics lies in their ability to tell a story,” Louise Ashdown, head of design at West One Bathrooms, told the Homes & Gardens website.
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Ashdown → lie → website
“No two designs are the same, making them the ultimate choice for those who seek exclusivity and craftsmanship in their interiors.”
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who → make → interiors
Tile mosaics date back to ancient Greece and Rome, but some experts say the current resurgence is a reaction to years of mid-century modern interiors.
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resurgence → date → interiors
In place of simple lines and a focus on functionality, people are craving embellishment and personalization.
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people → crave → embellishment
It’s similar to the way art nouveau took hold in the early 1900s in response to the Industrial Revolution, according to mosaic master Pierre Mesguich, of Mesguich Mosaik.
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nouveau → ’ → Mosaik
“Today we have the same huge progress in technology,” he told Vogue in May 2025.
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he → have → May
Since they demand time, intricate work and collaboration with a craftsperson, tile mosaics can be costly.
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mosaics → demand → craftsperson
But thankfully, a little can go a long way.
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little → go → way
To save money and create a focal point, you can spotlight a smaller mosaic image on a wall or floor instead of covering the entire area.
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you → save → area
As Mesguich told Vogue, “Mosaics are a luxury finish, but can make an impact at any scale.”
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Mosaics → tell → scale
According to Jennifer Beget, of J Beget Designs, your eyes will be drawn to the colours and overall effect of a pattern or image — not any spots with dirt or stains.
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eyes → accord → dirt
“Mosaic flooring hides grout lines, because the grout is tiny and there is more focus on the beautiful pattern the tile makes over anything else,” she told The Spruce.
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she → hide → Spruce
To make a mosaic more unique, and infuse a dose of whimsy, choose an application that reflects your life and personality — maybe a hobby, favourite place, beloved pet or even an inside joke.
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that → make → life
You could also draw on your cultural heritage or incorporate symbols of friends and family members.
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You → draw → friends
“Try swapping out the more historical items like fishbones for pizza for something more personal,” Peggy Haddad, of Peggy Haddad Interiors, told Better Homes & Gardens.
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Haddad → swap → Homes
Once you’ve settled on a concept, look for a professional installer who specializes in mosaics.
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who → settle → mosaics
If you can’t find one on your own, ask a local tile retailer or interior designer for recommendations.
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you → find → recommendations
“This is an art and the craftsmanship is essential,” said Haddad.
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Haddad → say → ?
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