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Adhesives: Greener formulations retain functionality

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Quinn T here are many different flooring adhesives , each offering benefits to weigh and pricing to compare. From high-strength construction epoxy adhesives to thinset or thick-bed mortar, the latest glues deliver speed and efficiency while adhering to environmental regulations as green adhesives. Modern adhesives.

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Industry associations ramp up training efforts

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Organizations across the industry are updating their training and educational programs to aid installers, sales representatives and other flooring professionals in perfecting their craft. Following is an overview of some of the installation training programs and initiatives that are available.

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Ceramic: Key requirements for a top-quality installation

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All of our adhesives, mortars and grouts—everything that we use to bond our ceramic tile, porcelain tile—have limitations, either on the low scale or the high scale in terms of temperatures,” she explained. Are they flat within the standards we need for the type of tile we’re installing?” Observe and document the site conditions.

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Laticrete offers preview for Coverings 2021

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Laticrete will exhibit its latest product solutions and innovations at Coverings 2021, including the soon-to-be-released Hydro Barrier Plus and Hydro Ban XP waterproofing and crack isolation membranes. Following are the products Laticrete will showcase at Coverings 2021. Products to be showcased. Bethany, Conn.—Laticrete

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Advanced moisture testing requires updated training

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Staying atop a continuous cycle of new flooring products and installation techniques is challenging, and it’s often one of the reasons professional flooring installers seek certification. Both tests are used to determine if moisture levels are within the manufacturer’s recommended range for the flooring product—or if mitigation is required.

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Sika announces STEP Series training clinic

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—Sika is introducing the STEP Series flooring installation solution training curriculum. This year-long, in-person training clinic is designed to educate contractors and installers on best practices when using components of the Sika Secure System. STEP stands for Sika Secure Technical Education Program.

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Taylor announces lifetime warranty for NWFA certified installers

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Dalton—Taylor Adhesives will now offer a lifetime warranty for wood flooring installations done by a National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) Certified Professionals certified installer. This will extend the normal Taylor 10-year warranty to match the warranty of the wood flooring product installed.